“Alan's reputation precedes him. He had legendary status at Al Jazeera and when he came to conduct extensive journalism training at the Turkish channel, it was easy to see why. Alan is engaging, precise and most of all embodies the ethics of what journalism should be: investigative, sceptical and an important tool to make a positive impact on society whether large or small. He is one of those rare people who simply by conduct, will inspire you to be better and do better.”
Alan Fisher
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Specialties: Broadcast journalism, television, journalism. Conference Chair; Journalist Training; critical response advice; media relations.
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My children were blessed with an extraordinary grandfather … His was a remarkable journey, adorned with accolades too numerous to enumerate… May he…
My children were blessed with an extraordinary grandfather … His was a remarkable journey, adorned with accolades too numerous to enumerate… May he…
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Off the LA where GHOST STORY is up for Podcast of the Year and Best Documentary. Obviously we’d love to bring the cup home for the lads but end of…
Off the LA where GHOST STORY is up for Podcast of the Year and Best Documentary. Obviously we’d love to bring the cup home for the lads but end of…
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The 2024 Podcast Ambies are coming up. I am thrilled that GHOST STORY has been nominated twice: *Podcast of the year *Best Documentary Proud to…
The 2024 Podcast Ambies are coming up. I am thrilled that GHOST STORY has been nominated twice: *Podcast of the year *Best Documentary Proud to…
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Reporting from the Wars 1850 – 2015
Vernon Press
Working from my Masters Thesis I have co authored a chapter in this new book which ahs just been published.
From the foundations of the world’s first great empires to the empires of today, war has preoccupied human civilisation for as many as 4000 years. It has fascinated, horrified, thrilled, confused, inspired and disgusted mankind since records began. Provoking such a huge range of emotions and reactions and fulfilling all the elements of newsworthiness, it is hardly surprising…Working from my Masters Thesis I have co authored a chapter in this new book which ahs just been published.
From the foundations of the world’s first great empires to the empires of today, war has preoccupied human civilisation for as many as 4000 years. It has fascinated, horrified, thrilled, confused, inspired and disgusted mankind since records began. Provoking such a huge range of emotions and reactions and fulfilling all the elements of newsworthiness, it is hardly surprising that war makes ‘good’ news.
Modern technological advancements, such as the camera and television, brought the brutality of war into the homes and daily lives of the public. No longer a far-away and out-of-sight affair, the public’s ability to ‘see’ what was happening on the frontline changed not only how wars were fought but why they were fought. Even when a war is considered ‘popular,’ the involvement of the press and the weight of public opinion has led to criticisms that have transformed modern warfare almost in equal measure to the changes brought about by weapon technology. War reporting seeks to look beyond the official story, to understand the very nature of conflict whilst acknowledging that it is no longer simply good versus evil.
This edited volume presents a unique insight into the work of the war correspondent and battlefield photographer from the earliest days of modern war reporting to the present. It reveals how, influenced by the changing face of modern warfare, the work of the war correspondent has been significantly altered in style, method, and practice. By combining historical analysis with experiences of modern day war reporting, this book provides an important contribution to the understanding of this complicated profession, which will be of interest to journalists, academics, and students, alike.
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Romney's Run
A look at the key moments of the Republican 2012 US Presidential campaign.
This is a collection of articles posted on the Al Jazeera website as the 2012 US Presidential campaign unfolded. Written by Al Jazeera Senior Correspondent, Alan Fisher this follows the Republican challenge to Barack Obama from the early days campaigning in Iowa, through Mitt Romney's success in the nomination process to the Republican National Convention in Tampa, the dramatic Presidential debates and an…A look at the key moments of the Republican 2012 US Presidential campaign.
This is a collection of articles posted on the Al Jazeera website as the 2012 US Presidential campaign unfolded. Written by Al Jazeera Senior Correspondent, Alan Fisher this follows the Republican challenge to Barack Obama from the early days campaigning in Iowa, through Mitt Romney's success in the nomination process to the Republican National Convention in Tampa, the dramatic Presidential debates and an unforgettable final night in a ballroom in Boston.
Insightful and informative, this is a record of the key moments of the 2012 campaign, the personalities and issues; the successes and the failures.
A useful record for anyone interested in the political process, the long nomination campaign and battle to be President.
It also includes a number of photos capturing the key moments and some behind the scenes TV action
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The Arab Spring, Social Media And Al Jazeera
Mirage in the Desert? Reporting the Arab Spring. Arima .Abramis Academic Publishing
A chapter from the book MIRAGE IN THE DESERT? REPORTING THE ARAB SPRING.
Editors;John Mair and Richard Lance Keeble
Publication date;11th October 2011
Publisher:Arima .Abramis Academic Publishing Bury St Edmunds
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Want to hear me read from my recently published fiction? Join me for the final reading of the year from GRACE IN LOVE, the book of stories by DC…
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Proud and honoured of the recognition of our team’s work in Ukraine for ITV News. Great teamwork with Dan Rivers, Jonathan Wald and Mark Nelson.
Proud and honoured of the recognition of our team’s work in Ukraine for ITV News. Great teamwork with Dan Rivers, Jonathan Wald and Mark Nelson.
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On this day, 20 years ago, Tom Hurndall was tragically shot in the head. His spirit lives on. John W. Owen Sue Phillips Vaughan Smith Julius Strauss…
On this day, 20 years ago, Tom Hurndall was tragically shot in the head. His spirit lives on. John W. Owen Sue Phillips Vaughan Smith Julius Strauss…
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Glad to let you all know that I’ve joined the team at UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring report – to help make education more equitable globally 🌍…
Glad to let you all know that I’ve joined the team at UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring report – to help make education more equitable globally 🌍…
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Happy new year to each and everyone. Let it be a healthy happy awesome year to you and all your loved ones.
Happy new year to each and everyone. Let it be a healthy happy awesome year to you and all your loved ones.
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In the second day of the "Advanced Reporting Program", organized by Anadolu Agency News Academy, I was with a brilliant group of our correspondents…
In the second day of the "Advanced Reporting Program", organized by Anadolu Agency News Academy, I was with a brilliant group of our correspondents…
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