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Monday 'The World' On WVPE Profiles The Elkhart Woman Convicted Of Supporting The Islamic State

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The Senior Radio Producer for The World, Steven Snyder, says a portion of Monday's program, will focus on former Elkhart resident Samantha Elhassani, also known as Samantha Sally, who was sentenced to 78 months in prison in November after pleading guilty to financing terrorism.

The program will tell her story through the eyes of journalist Josh Baker who has spent years covering Elhassani and he relates her story in the new Frontline/BBC podcast seriesI Am Not A Monster. His reporting is also responsible for the Frontline documentary Return From Isis, which will air on Tuesday evening on WNIT.

The World can be heard today and weekdays Monday-Thursday at 3:00 on 88.1 WVPE.

The World is produced by PRX and WGBH.

Kent Fulmer joined WVPE in August of 2020 to take on one of the station's most high profile roles as the local host of Morning Edition. Kent comes to WVPE with more than 20 years experience in radio in the Michiana area. During his career, Kent has had a variety of roles including DJ, reporter and newscaster, as well as several behind-the-scenes positions. Kent and his wife, Donna, are celebrating their 32nd wedding anniversary in 2020 and have lived in Elkhart County for almost 20 years. They have two adult daughters, Sarah and Rebecca. When not working, Kent is active as a musician, playing trumpet and flugelhorn. He has performed with a number of area bands. Currently he performs with the Phat Tuesday Dixieland Band and Jazz Assemblage, as well as his church's praise band. As a member of Jazz Assemblage, Kent has appeared at the Elkhart Jazz Festival several times. He also volunteers with Bugles Across America.