6: Shooting the Messenger: The Case for Press Freedom with Hannah Storm. Episode 6. A conversation with Phil Chetwynd of Agence France-Presse

In this episode of Shooting the Messenger: The Case for Press Freedom, host Hannah Storm speaks with Phil Chetwynd, the Global News Director for Agence France-Presse. They talk about how challenges to journalists and journalism are changing. Their conversation considers the violence faced by media professionals, the impunity that exists for crimes against them, as well as how misinformation and access restrictions are threatening press freedom. Phil emphasises the need for collective action to protect journalists and press freedom, highlighting the increasing threats and lack of accountability in many regions.Phil shares insights from his career, including experiences in Asia leading newsrooms through crisis and disaster, reinforcing the importance of empathy, effective communication and conversations around mental health and safety. Hannah and Phil discuss the importance of resilience, accountability, effective leadership and innovation in safeguarding journalism and journalists. His final message underscores the existential threat to journalism and the importance of protecting the messenger to ensure the future health of our societies.  **Please note, Phil is referred to in the podcast as the Global News Editor, when in fact his role is Global News Director**