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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2025 · 33 MIN

After Aston I... covered the 2024 US election for The Economist

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In this episode of After Aston I…, co-hosts Aimee and Geoff sit down with Daniel Franklin, an Aston alumnus and the executive editor of The Economist. The conversation spans Daniel's illustrious 41-year career, during which he covered significant global events such as the collapse of communism, the global economic crisis, and recent US elections. Daniel discusses the evolution of The Economist into a global media brand and shares his experiences editing 'The World In' annual edition. The discussion also touches on the impact of AI on journalism, the importance of news literacy, and major global trends in technology, demographics, and politics. Whether you're interested in journalism, global politics, or future trends, this episode offers a wealth of insights and thought-provoking discussion.Study online postgraduate degrees with Aston University, from the comfort of your own home: https://online.aston.ac.uk/

In this episode of After Aston I…, co-hosts Aimee and Geoff sit down with Daniel Franklin, an Aston alumnus and the executive editor of The Economist. The conversation spans Daniel's illustrious 41-year career, during which he covered significant global events such as the collapse of communism, the global economic crisis, and recent US elections. Daniel discusses the evolution of The Economist into a global media brand and shares his experiences editing 'The World In' annual edition. The discussion also touches on the impact of AI on journalism, the importance of news literacy, and major global trends in technology, demographics, and politics. Whether you're interested in journalism, global politics, or future trends, this episode offers a wealth of insights and thought-provoking discussion.Study online postgraduate degrees with Aston University, from the comfort of your own home: https://online.aston.ac.uk/

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