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EPISODE · Jan 17, 2025 · 59 MIN

Jonathan Dimbleby on legacy, broadcasting brilliance, and life beyond the headlines

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Joining us today is a stalwart of British journalism—an author, journalist, and documentary filmmaker who has been at the heart of some of the most pivotal global events, bringing depth and humanity to the stories that shape our world. It’s the brilliant Jonathan Dimbleby!In this episode, Jonathan reflects on his illustrious career, from his groundbreaking 1973 documentary on the Ethiopian famine—a report that inspired global action—to his 32-year tenure hosting ‘Any Questions?’ on BBC Radio 4. Along the way, he delves into balancing the weight of his family legacy with his own ambitions, the emotional toll of reporting from some of the world’s most devastated regions, and the privilege of documenting history as it unfolds.He also opens up about founding Dimbleby Cancer Care in honour of his late father, the profound experience of chronicling his late brother’s journey with motor neurone disease, and how becoming a father again later in life has reshaped his perspective on family. Offering a heartfelt glimpse into life’s second acts, Jonathan speaks with candour, warmth, and humour about a life dedicated to truth, storytelling, and making a difference.For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us today is a stalwart of British journalism—an author, journalist, and documentary filmmaker who has been at the heart of some of the most pivotal global events, bringing depth and humanity to the stories that shape our world. It’s the brilliant Jonathan Dimbleby!In this episode, Jonathan reflects on his illustrious career, from his groundbreaking 1973 documentary on the Ethiopian famine—a report that inspired global action—to his 32-year tenure hosting ‘Any Questions?’ on BBC Radio 4. Along the way, he delves into balancing the weight of his family legacy with his own ambitions, the emotional toll of reporting from some of the world’s most devastated regions, and the privilege of documenting history as it unfolds.He also opens up about founding Dimbleby Cancer Care in honour of his late father, the profound experience of chronicling his late brother’s journey with motor neurone disease, and how becoming a father again later in life has reshaped his perspective on family. Offering a heartfelt glimpse into life’s second acts, Jonathan speaks with candour, warmth, and humour about a life dedicated to truth, storytelling, and making a difference.For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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