T.J. Raphael ’11 Takes Home the Gold for “Liberty Lost”
The groundbreaking eight-part investigative series, written and hosted by audio journalist T.J. Raphael, received the 2025 Signal Gold Award for excellence in Limited Documentary Series and Specials.
Streaming on Amazon’s Wondery Media, “Liberty Lost” tells the startling true story of young love, coercion, and defiance amid a disturbing resurgence of maternity homes in post-Roe America. It was ranked #2 on Apple Podcasts’ Top Series list.
A passionate storyteller, host, editor, and producer, Raphael explores hot-button issues in contemporary culture, reproductive health, politics, science, and economics through hard-hitting investigative reporting that reaches millions of listeners. She has worked on critically acclaimed projects for media outlets including Sony’s Global Podcast Division, Slate Magazine, and WNYC Radio. She credits Purchase’s journalism program for laying the foundation for success in her field.
“My time at Purchase shaped the trajectory of my career. My professors were journalists who brought real-world experience to the classroom and taught me the fundamentals of reporting and the art of storytelling.”