Radio / Audio Reporting

A collection of my radio reporting packages, featuring stories on food, culture, local business and community life across the D.C. region.

These audio packages are listed from most recent to earliest.


The rise of ube
July 2026 | WTOP News

I interviewed a Filipino-owned ice cream shop in Northern Virginia to learn about an ingredient that is taking the nation by storm. Find the article and video here with my audio packages below.

Ube #1 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain
Ube #2 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain

New steakhouses opening in D.C.
June 2026 | WTOP News

I profiled three recently opened restaurants that each offer a unique spin on the classic steakhouse. Find the article and video here with my audio packages below.

New Steakhouses #1 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain
New Steakhouses #2 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain

Southeast Sourdough
May 2026 | WTOP News

I profiled a local chef and his home bakery in Southeast D.C. Find the article and video here with my audio packages below.

Southeast Sourdough #1 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain
Southeast Sourdough #2 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain

Restaurant Closures
May 2026 | WTOP News

I spoke with several D.C.-area chefs, restaurant owners, and other local leaders to ask them about a wave of restaurant closures happening in Downtown, Chinatown, Penn Quarter and other nearby neighborhoods. Find the article and video here with my audio packages below.

Restaurant Closures #1 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain
Restaurant Closures #2 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain

Restaurant profile: Chao Ban
April 2026 | WTOP News

I spoke with chef Kevin Tien about his newly opened restaurant, Chao Ban, located in Tysons, Virginia. Find the article and video here with my audio packages below.

Chao Ban #1 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain
Chao Ban #2 - WTOP News
Michelle Goldchain