• JON SOPEL: WHAT IT’S LIKE TO FLY WITH A PRESIDENT

  • Oct 30 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 5 mins
  • Podcast

JON SOPEL: WHAT IT’S LIKE TO FLY WITH A PRESIDENT

  • Summary

  • Former BBC North America Editor, Jon Sopel spent eight years in Washington, D.C. covering the Obama administration, to Trump, and far too many mass shootings. He now hosts The News Agents podcast and I must admit, I was a little nervous to speak to Jon, as he’s such an experienced broadcaster and commentator, but the conversation was fantastic - he was warm, insightful and a great guide through some complex topics.


    We discussed the gun crisis in the states where there are, on average, 700x more deaths by guns than here in the UK. Jon shared the surprising truth of what it’s like to travel inside Air Force One with the president, and what it feels like to be reporting on the front line in a war zone. We chat about the changing cultural landscape in the UK, and the need for open-mindedness between sides. And of course, we briefly talk about the upcoming American election and what it was really like in Washington on 6th January with the attack on the US Capitol.


    This conversation highlights the threat of misinformation and importance of seeking truth in our news


    If you enjoyed this episode, please click follow - we have so many great guests like this one, you won't want to miss out!


    You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast or email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk


    And if you want to read Jon's latest book, Strangeland: How Britain Stopped Making Sense: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Strangeland-Britain-Stopped-Making-Sense/dp/1529938406

    --

    THE CREDITS

    Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

    Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer

    Video: Jake Ji

    Social Media: Laura Coughlan


    Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot



    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Show More Show Less
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2
activate_samplebutton_t1

What listeners say about JON SOPEL: WHAT IT’S LIKE TO FLY WITH A PRESIDENT

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.