Solving Gun Violence  Podcasts

 

Solving Gun Violence is a student-led podcast by UVA’s Gun Violence Solutions Project (GVSP) that tackles one of America’s most urgent issues - preventing gun violence. Each episode features experts sharing actionable solutions to improve community safety while upholding individual rights. Have you ever wondered what can be done to effectively address gun violence in America? These conversations offer real answers. Tune in and be a part of the GVSP’s mission to share solutions to end this epidemic. 

Friendships and Firearms - Kyle Barrentine

Podcast episode 10: July 23, 2025 Kyle Barrentine, a sixth-year social psychology PhD student at the University of Virginia, explores how peer attitudes shape views on firearms. His research reveals unexpected patterns in support for firearm regulation and suggests that Americans may be less divided on the issue than often assumed.


Previous Podcast Episodes

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Learning From Young Men with Guns

Howard Henderson

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From Response to Prevention

With Tracey Meares

Podcast guest Dr. Maya Haasz

An ER Doctor Takes on Gun Violence

With Dr. Maya Haasz

Newark Commissioner A’Dorian Murray-Thomas seated in front of a microphone.

Addressing Gun Violence

With A'Dorian Murray-Thomas

Antong Lucky sits in front of a microphone during a podcast interview.

Solving Gun Violence

With Antong Lucky

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Everytown for Gun Safety

With Katie Duda

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Gun Violence, Social Networks & Urban Crime

With Andrew Papachristos

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Uncornered

With Mark Culliton & Michelle Caldeira

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Impact on Safety

With Greg Jackson