EP. 10 - Journalist and Author Kevin Knodell

EP. 10 - Journalist and Author Kevin Knodell

Author: Freelance Society, Dylan Roberts, Christian Stephen January 10, 2021 Duration: 2:53:20

Kevin Knodell covers the military and veterans in Hawaii and the greater Pacific for Civil Beat as a corps member for Report For America, a national nonprofit that places journalists in local news rooms. As a freelance journalist, he has reported from the field on Northeast Syria’s Kurdish-led Rojava Revolution, reported on wildfires in the Pacific Northwest, explored Iraqi Kurdistan’s nightlife and interviewed refugees using art to fight terrorist ideology.

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Tune in to FS Podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations pulled straight from the field. Co-founders Dylan Roberts and Christian Stephen, the voices behind the Freelance Society, don't just report the news-they dissect the gritty, often perilous process of how it's captured. Each episode feels like sitting down with seasoned colleagues who've just returned from a remote border or a conflict zone, unpacking not only the stories themselves but the weight of carrying them. You'll hear about the logistical hurdles, the unexpected human moments, and the ethical tightropes walked while working in some of the world's most volatile regions. This daily podcast moves beyond headlines to explore the reality of global storytelling, offering a rare blend of adventure journalism and candid reflection. It’s for anyone curious about the world beyond their doorstep and the people dedicated to bringing its truths to light. Join Dylan and Christian as they map the unseen corners of their profession, making every dispatch an intimate lesson in resilience and perspective.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 16

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Podcast Episodes
EP. 04 - Career and Identity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:10
In this episode of the podcast, we discuss how our identities as humans can often be tied to what we do for work, and how that has related to our work in conflict zones specifically.Follow:YT: https://www.youtube.com/use…
EP. 03 - Our Experiences Covering Natural Disasters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:35
Dylan Roberts and Christian Stephen share stories about their time covering natural disasters, including the devastating earthquake that hit Nepal in 2015 and hurricanes that flooded parts of Haiti and Houston. They also…
EP. 02 - Understanding our PTSD: Conflict Journalist [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:45
Post-traumatic stress disorder is the topic of conversation. Dylan and Christian share how PTSD has impacted their lives while reporting in conflict zones and discuss ways to help or understand it. Follow: YT: https://ww…
EP. 01 - Introducing Freelance Society [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:42
War journalists Dylan Roberts and Christian Stephen discuss their travels and how they began their careers in conflict journalism and filmmaking. Follow: YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/freelancesociety IG: https://www.…