In this newest podcast episode Wesley Dixon of Vassar College talks with Jeh Johnson, the former Secretary of Homeland Security. In this discussion, the two dive into issues of racism, restorative justice, and immigration. Former Secretary Johnson also allows us a peak behind the curtain of US policy decisions as he recounts several notable experiences in his role with the Department of Homeland Security.

In this episode of "Conversations @ the Salt Line," host Wesley Dixon has a discussion with CEO and Founder of Blumhouse Productions, and Vassar Alumnus, Jason Blum '91. They discuss the future of the movie and television industries and how the rise of streaming services has disrupted the traditional business model.

In this episode, Wesley Dixon of Vassar College has a discussion with Chef Judy Joo about her experience with fusing American and Korean meals to create a collection of intercultural recipes. Together, they explore the intersections of fusing food with merging cultures, and they discuss the roots of colonialism inherent in this innovative practice.

In this episode, Wesley Dixon of Vassar College speaks to Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. about his book 'Begin Again' which draws lessons from writer James Baldwin about how to understand and transcend moments of stark political divisiveness. Throughout their conversation Dixon and Glaude discuss themes of race, democracy, and hope.