Welcome to Season 1, Episode 3 of the CGS Podcast
Welcome to Season 1 of the CGS Podcast, tune in as our alumni reminisce about their favourite memories from school and discuss the unique career journeys they have embarked on since graduating.
In this episode, Emily Angwin candidly shares her experiences as an international news anchor, reflecting on the pivotal moments that shaped her career and her passion for exploring new cultures.
Show Notes
Emily Angwin shares her journey from Caulfield Grammar to becoming an international news anchor at Al Jazeera English, discussing the significant experiences and insights gained along the way.
The conversation included some of the following discussion highlights:
> Education and Early Career
Emily’s path from Caulfield Grammar to studying Communications at RMIT University.
> Personal Growth & Career Development
Overcoming challenges as a young woman in journalism and learning to trust her instincts.
> Current Roles & Responsibilities
A day in the life of an international news anchor, including the unpredictability of breaking news.
> Impactful Stories & Advocacy
Reporting on difficult stories, such as the plight of women in Afghanistan, and the emotional toll it takes.
> Advice for Aspiring Journalists
Navigating the media landscape and maintaining resilience in the face of challenges.
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About Emily Angwin
Emily Angwin graduated from Caulfield Grammar in 2005 with dreams of becoming a journalist. She studied a Bachelor of Communications at RMIT and worked at Nova Radio Station and later Channel 7 television. Currently, Emily is a freelance journalist with Al Jazeer English in the Philippines. In this episode, Emily shares her journalism journey, describing a typical day in the field and what she finds most rewarding about her career.
Connect with Emily on LinkedIn.
“Sharing people’s stories can often lead to change, but it can also be hard because some stories are heartbreaking, like the women in Afghanistan who don’t have access to education or basic human rights.”
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Episode Transcription
For those interested in diving deeper into Emily Angwin’s inspiring journey and insights, we have made the full episode transcription available online.
Click here to read the detailed conversation and gain valuable perspectives from Emily on her journalism journey.
