

The Book Club: Lindsey Hilsum
Sep 20, 2024
Lindsey Hilsum, an international editor for Channel 4 and author of "I Brought The War With Me," shares her insights as a seasoned war reporter. She explores how poetry complements journalism in conveying the emotional weight of conflict. Hilsum discusses the evolving landscape of journalism in the digital age, emphasizing the importance of personal narratives and unique cultural perspectives from war-torn areas. She also reflects on her experiences in danger zones, revealing how poetry serves as a means of processing trauma.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Poetry Amidst Conflict
02:32 • 16min
The Weight of Conflict: Embracing the Personal in War Reporting
18:14 • 14min
The Power of Individual Narratives in Conflict
31:47 • 5min
The Evolution of Journalism in the Digital Age
36:19 • 2min
Exploring the Power of Poetry in Journalism
38:39 • 4min