In this episode, we chat with Caitríona Perry, the acclaimed Irish journalist and current Chief Presenter for BBC News. Caitríona, an award-winning journalist with deep experience covering both Ireland and the United States, offers a unique perspective on the complex relationship between these two nations. The conversation then shifts to Caitríona's experience with BBC News, a global media powerhouse. We discuss the mission and values that guide BBC's journalistic approach, and how they strive to deliver informative and engaging news for a diverse international audience. Caitríona also offers her expert perspective on the challenges and opportunities of storytelling in today's interconnected world. She provides valuable insights on how to effectively communicate complex issues to a global audience while maintaining accuracy, impartiality, and cultural sensitivity. Join us for a stimulating conversation that explores the intersection of international relations, media responsibility, and the power of storytelling in a globalized world. More About Caitríona Perry Caitríona Perry is a multi- award-winning Irish journalist. She is Chief Presenter with BBC News, broadcasting daily from Washington DC to a global audience. She joined the BBC in August 2023 from RTÉ – Ireland’s national public service broadcaster where she was the presenter of the country’s main evening news programme and anchor of special event programmes, including leading the coverage of US elections and the visit to Ireland by President Joe Biden. Prior to that, she was RTÉ’s US Correspondent based in Washington DC where she covered the Obama-Biden and the Trump-Pence administrations, the 2016 elections and all aspects of US economic, political, cultural and sporting life. She has written two best-selling and critically acclaimed books on US politics ('In America: Tales from Trump Country' and 'The Tribe: The Inside Story of Irish Power and Influence in US politics'). She’s also worked as a broadcast news correspondent, documentary maker and a programme editor. She has reported for radio, tv, digital and social platforms from Ireland, the UK, the US, Canada, Latin America, Europe and Australia. Digital Irish hosts Celebration of Irish Founders at the Embassy of Ireland in London https://digitalirish.com/icymi-a-celebration-of-irish-founders-at-the-embassy-of-ireland/ For the first time, Digital Irish was at the Embassy of Ireland in London, hosted by Ambassador Martin Fraser. This special occasion brought together London’s Irish innovators from startups, corporates, and venture capital firms, with the aim of strengthening our community ties. At the heart of the event was a panel discussion featuring some of the city’s top Irish founders, who shared their stories and the lessons learned on their entrepreneurial journeys. We also used the event as a rallying call to action for everyone in attendance to think about how they can build a better community for all by paying it forward.

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