John Sergeant: From War Zones to Westminster and waltzing on Strictly

Legends of News

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Wednesday, 21 May 2025 - 1 hour 10 minutes

John Sergeant has reported from 25 countries, covered the Vietnam War and The Troubles, served as the BBC’s Chief Political Correspondent for over a decade, and became ITV’s Political Editor before turning to documentaries and popular television. With bestselling books, acclaimed series like Britain’s Flying Past, and that unforgettable Strictly stint, his voice remains as distinctive—and entertaining—as ever.In this candid and often hilarious conversation, John reflects on: How he wanted to write jokes for a livingHis chaotic encounter with Margaret Thatcher moments before her resignationHow reporting during The Troubles and Vietnam shaped his journalismThe Strictly Come Dancing phenomenon and why it made him a national treasureAnd the unexpected joy of leaving Westminster for barges, bombers, and boats From political satire to reporting on the frontline, John takes us on a journey through his career and offers surprising insights into the craft of broadcast news in its heyday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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