The Documentary Podcast Reporting the impact of the Gaza ceasefire
Oct 18, 2025
Michael Shuval, BBC Arabic correspondent in Tel Aviv, shares poignant insights on the emotions of hostage families following the Gaza ceasefire. He emphasizes the complex grieving challenges and how trust was built through prolonged coverage. Meanwhile, Astudestra Ajengrastri introduces Dr. Tri Maharani, who advocates for snakebite treatment in Indonesia. Dr. Maharani details the significant risk factors of snakebites and discusses the importance of public education in saving lives and improving outcomes. Together, they explore the intersection of empathy and reporting in humanitarian crises.
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Fragile Calm After Ceasefire
- Ceasefire brought a fragile pause where people struggled to accept quiet after constant bombardment.
- Amira Dakroury highlights widespread caution, fear and the challenge of restoring everyday needs amid interrupted communications.
Use Local Voices Over Headlines
- Ask citizens about their lived experience rather than just repeating official news.
- Use local voices to show how terms like 'safe corridor' feel on the ground and reveal hidden fears.
Doctor Too Exhausted To Be Interviewed
- A doctor refused to speak because he was starving and exhausted from treating wounded patients.
- Amira Dakroury felt that reporters must preserve humanity and avoid draining survivors' limited energy for interviews.