Novara Media Downstream: The Left Is Traumatised w/ Gary Younge
Oct 16, 2023
Gary Younge, a thoughtful and compassionate voice on the British left, talks about his eventful career in journalism, reporting in Soviet Russia, the crisis facing the Labour Party, and spending 13 hours getting drunk with Maya Angelou. They also discuss the power of self-doubt, purposeful writing, and the influence of black America on black British society. Additionally, they explore their experiences covering Nelson Mandela's campaign trail and the racial dynamics between black communities in the UK and US.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Importance of Healthy Self-Doubt and the Role of a Good Editor
03:52 • 6min
The Power of Purposeful Writing and Being Open to Mistakes
09:30 • 3min
Journalism and Translation
12:34 • 8min
The Influence and Power of Black America
20:13 • 3min
Covering Nelson Mandela's Campaign Trail
22:51 • 30min
Black Communities in the UK and US
53:02 • 29min
Navigating Tensions as a Journalist and Exposing Dominant Narratives
01:22:26 • 2min