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EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 17 MIN

How Fixers Shape War Reporting: The Untold Stories Behind Global News | The Making of Me

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

What really happens behind the headlines we see on global news?In this powerful episode of The Making of Me, Amjad Tadros — award-winning investigative journalist, former CBS News Middle East producer, and author of The Fixer — shares his extraordinary journey working inside some of the most dangerous conflict zones in modern history.For over three decades, Amjad served as a “fixer,” the unseen but essential bridge between international journalists and the realities of war-torn regions. From Baghdad during conflict to covering the rise of extremist groups and political upheavals across the Middle East, his experiences reveal the hidden human cost of reporting from the front lines.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The real role of fixers in war reportingWhat it takes to navigate conflict zones safelyThe hidden risks behind global news productionHow media narratives are shaped in war environmentsSurvival stories from some of the world’s most dangerous regionsWhy cultural understanding is essential in journalismThis episode is for anyone who wants to understand what truly goes into bringing global stories to life. Amjad’s story reveals that behind every headline is a network of people risking everything to show the world the truth.🔗 Connect with Amjad Tadros:https://www.amjadtadros.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/amjadtadros/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if you value real journalism🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — did you know about the role of fixers in global news?#TheMakingOfMe #AmjadTadros #Journalism #WarReporting #Fixers #MiddleEast #GlobalNews #InvestigativeJournalism #ConflictReporting #BehindTheScenes #TrueStories #Podcast #AroBenaiahPodcast

What really happens behind the headlines we see on global news?In this powerful episode of The Making of Me, Amjad Tadros — award-winning investigative journalist, former CBS News Middle East producer, and author of The Fixer — shares his extraordinary journey working inside some of the most dangerous conflict zones in modern history.For over three decades, Amjad served as a “fixer,” the unseen but essential bridge between international journalists and the realities of war-torn regions. From Baghdad during conflict to covering the rise of extremist groups and political upheavals across the Middle East, his experiences reveal the hidden human cost of reporting from the front lines.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The real role of fixers in war reportingWhat it takes to navigate conflict zones safelyThe hidden risks behind global news productionHow media narratives are shaped in war environmentsSurvival stories from some of the world’s most dangerous regionsWhy cultural understanding is essential in journalismThis episode is for anyone who wants to understand what truly goes into bringing global stories to life. Amjad’s story reveals that behind every headline is a network of people risking everything to show the world the truth.🔗 Connect with Amjad Tadros:https://www.amjadtadros.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/amjadtadros/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if you value real journalism🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — did you know about the role of fixers in global news?#TheMakingOfMe #AmjadTadros #Journalism #WarReporting #Fixers #MiddleEast #GlobalNews #InvestigativeJournalism #ConflictReporting #BehindTheScenes #TrueStories #Podcast #AroBenaiahPodcast

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