Emily Maitlis is an award-winning journalist and broadcaster recognised by GQ Magazine as one of the most influential people in Britain.
Emily has covered elections in the US and UK for the BBC and was a prominent figure on Newsnight, becoming a trusted voice for viewers. She recently co-hosted the 2024 Channel 4 General Election special with Krishnan Guru-Murthy.
Emily has interviewed notable figures, including Presidents Donald Trump and Bill Clinton, as well as the last six UK Prime Ministers. Her cultural and international affairs interviews feature personalities like Mark Zuckerberg, Usain Bolt, and Emma Thompson.
A significant moment in her career was her exclusive interview with Prince Andrew, where he discussed his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, which Sam McAlister produced. In 2022, Emily delivered the James MacTaggart Memorial Lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival, addressing modern journalism's challenges, including censorship and the subtler threats to reporting. She also co-executed the documentary Andrew – The Problem Prince, which aired in 2023.
Alongside Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall, Emily launched The News Agents podcast. An instant success, the News Agents quickly rose to the top of the podcast charts, achieving over 30 million downloads in its first nine months. The podcast provides in-depth analysis of current events and politics, and has recently expanded to include The News Agents USA.
Emily is also the author of the Sunday Times bestseller Airhead: An Exploration of the Imperfect Art of Making News, which is being adapted. Her writing has appeared in various publications, including The Sunday Times, the Spectator, the Guardian, the Evening Standard, and the New Statesman.
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What topics does Emily Maitlis specialise in?
Emily Maitlis specialises in discussing journalism, broadcasting, current events and more.
What is Emily Maitlis's speaking style like?
Emily delivers with surefooted elegance and strong stage presence, engaging audiences confidently and professionally. Her poised style ensures clarity and impact, making her presentations memorable and effective.
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