Sometimes, when I reflect on my adolescence, it's hard to capture the ephemeral joy I felt watching my favorite TV shows. Whether it was “Roundhouse”, “Are You Afraid of the Dark?”, “The Secret World of Alex Mack”, or “The Adventures of Pete & Pete”, I felt a deep connection to those stories and longed to live in those magical and sometimes ominous worlds. Growing up in the suburbs of Houston and later Denver, however, I often felt a palpable sense of disappointment and disconnection from my surroundings.
Joshua Labure is a journalist and writer based in Omaha, Nebraska. He focuses on local news and stories, particularly in the areas of culture, arts, and entertainment. Joshua's articles for KIOS Omaha Public Radio often explore the intersection of music, film, and literature, as well as highlighting local events and talents.