Nick Robinson: Student journalism, the Today programme, and holding presidents to account
Legends of News
Friday, 14 November 2025 - 57 minutes
Nick Robinson, one of Britain’s most recognisable broadcasters and political journalists, joins Dermot Murnaghan to look back over a career that began at Piccadilly Radio and led him to the BBC’s Today programme. He talks about the early inspirations that led him into journalism, the personal tragedy he had to overcome, and the moments that have defined his decades on the political frontline. Follow Dermot:Instagram: @legendsofnewspodcastX: @LegendsofNews@DermotMurnaghanFollow Sassy+: Instagram: @sassyplus_/ LinkedIn: in/sassy plus/ TikTok: @sassyplus_ A Sassy+ original podcast series
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