David Common
CBC journalist and on-the-ground reporter who covered the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, providing detailed firsthand accounts of damage, health-care impacts, and local recovery efforts.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 11min
Jamaican resilience after category 5 storm
David Common, a CBC journalist known for his on-the-ground reporting, shares gripping insights from Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa's devastation. He reveals the shocking damage at Cornwall Regional Hospital, where roofless wards are still treating storm victims. Local resilience shines as he meets hopeful Jamaicans planning for the tourism season, but fears loom over job losses in the tourism sector. Common highlights the interplay of climate change and recovery efforts, emphasizing the dire need for international aid to support the island's rebuilding.
Jun 23, 2023 • 2min
Introducing: CBC Marketplace
Asha Tomlinson and David Common are investigative journalists that want to help you avoid clever scams, unsafe products and sketchy services. Their award-winning TV show has been Canada’s top investigative consumer watchdog for over 50 years — and this is their podcast debut!
