Adviser and student joins KMJ Now for Women’s History Month

Kori James and Selah Neal spotlighted for impact and insparation

Tabitha Peters, Senior Editor • March 18, 2026

Gabriel continues to be impressed with the work that The Feather does locally and nationally.

Feather Advisor Koir James and Media Editor Selah Neal join renowned radio host Christopher Gabriel on KMJ Now for Women’s History Month, March 14.

James and Neal met Gabriel on Central Valley Honor Flight #33 in October 2025. On this trip, the group quickly bonded and enjoyed capturing the emotional journey to Washington, D.C. After the trip, James and Neal went on KMJ Now to recount and discuss the Honor Flight. Now, Gabriel invites the two back on the show for a local look into Women’s History Month.

In this podcast, Gabriel recognizes James and Neal for doing remarkable things in and outside the classroom, especially in education, media and storytelling. Their work captures stories and preserves meaningful experiences. The episode ties into Women’s History Month by showing that young women like Neal are already making a difference. Neal continues to pursue her passion for sports media, recounting photographing the 2024-25 Fresno Christian boys basketball season with her friend Tabitha Peters.

Kori James is an educator, advisor, mentor and entrepreneur. She serves as an amazing mentor to many young adults, like junior Selah Neal. (Tabitha Peters)

James highlights women in her own life and community as her biggest influences, like Dr. Marilyn Shepherd. Shepherd has served as superintendent for multiple school districts. She has also been a mentor to James; they consistently share time and talk about a multitude of topics. Gabriel emphasizes that Women’s History Month does not mean you need to look up to someone from 50 years ago; you can look up to someone in the now like how Neal looks up to James.

To listen to the previous KMJ interview, click here.

For more podcasts from The Feather, visit [Podcast] EagleCast No. 12 – Committed Athletes or [Podcast] EagleCast No. 11 – Mental Health.

About the Contributor

Tabitha Peters, Senior Editor

Senior Editor Tabitha Peters, ‘26, is a second-year staffer for The Feather Online. Determined and outgoing, Peters strives to encourage her fellow journalists to achieve their goals. She hopes to continue to grow her writing, photography and videography skills. She is always up for an adventure, whether it is going to a barrel race with her horse or hiking in a national park. Peters is an avid traveler, visiting many locations throughout Europe and the United States.