• History's First Draft

  • By: SBS
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History's First Draft

By: SBS
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  • Trauma is often a silent companion for journalists as they navigate the frontlines of history. In this SBS News podcast, Ciara Hain delves into the personal stories of journalists who’ve witnessed history unfold firsthand. From war zones to natural disasters, each episode explores the untold emotional journeys behind the headlines. Hear intimate accounts of the sacrifices, challenges, and resilience of those who bring us the news and gain a deeper understanding of the human side of journalism, and the lasting impact it has on those who report it.
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Episodes
  • How the media industry is addressing journalist trauma: Bruce Shapiro

    How the media industry is addressing journalist trauma: Bruce Shapiro
    Jun 18 2024
    Journalism has been described as the first rough draft of history, with reporters often bearing witness to the world’s most awful and awe-inspiring events. But what is the emotional toll after being on the front lines of history? History's First Draft is an SBS News podcast series unraveling the psychological journey journalists undertake to bring us the news. In this episode, journalist and author Bruce Shapiro breaks down the psychology behind reporting on major world events, and shares his insights on how PTSD and burnout can be avoided.
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    10 mins
  • Covering the Turkiye-Syria earthquakes: Claudia Farhart

    Covering the Turkiye-Syria earthquakes: Claudia Farhart
    Jun 10 2024
    Journalism has been described as the first rough draft of history, with reporters often bearing witness to the world’s most awful and awe-inspiring events. But what is the emotional toll after being on the front lines of history? History's First Draft is an SBS News podcast series unravelling the psychological journey journalists undertake to bring us the news. In this episode, Claudia Farhart shares her experience covering the 2023 Turkiye-Syria earthquakes.
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    12 mins
  • Reporting on tragedy from within your own community: Michelle Stanley

    Reporting on tragedy from within your own community: Michelle Stanley
    Jun 3 2024
    Journalism has been described as the first rough draft of history, with reporters often bearing witness to the world’s most awful and awe-inspiring events. But what is the emotional toll after being on the front lines of history? History's First Draft is an SBS News podcast series unravelling the psychological journey journalists undertake to bring us the news. In this episode, Michelle Stanley shares her experience covering a house fire in regional Western Australia which killed three children.
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    12 mins

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