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Behind the Bylines: Adrian Walker on Journalism, Power & Speaking Truth
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What does it mean to have a front row seat to history—and still have to stay objective? In this powerful conversation, Boston Globe columnist Adrian Walker shares decades’ worth of hard-won wisdom from the frontlines of journalism. From covering major historical moments like the Liberty City riots and 9/11 to analyzing Boston’s transformation and today’s political landscape, Adrian offers insights few others can.
This isn’t a lecture. It’s a real, raw conversation about truth, trust, and the role of journalists in a world that’s increasingly skeptical of them.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Intro: Meet Adrian Walker & the Modern Mission of Journalism
4:48 – Reporting History in Real Time: Riots, 9/11 & Political Shifts
10:32 – The Journalist’s Balancing Act: Objectivity vs. Isolation
17:45 – A Changing Boston: Race, Representation & Mayor Michelle Wu
25:20 – Where Journalism Goes from Here: Hope, Hurdles & Honest Voices
🔥 If you’ve ever questioned the media—or work in it—this episode gives you rare insight from someone who’s lived the evolution of American journalism from the inside.
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