• Reporting from the Edge: Pulitzer Prize Winner Rick Jervis Discusses His Career in Journalism and New Book, The Devil Behind the Badge.

  • Sep 14 2024
  • Length: 45 mins
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Reporting from the Edge: Pulitzer Prize Winner Rick Jervis Discusses His Career in Journalism and New Book, The Devil Behind the Badge.

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    Exploring Journalism: An In-depth Conversation with Pulitzer Prize Winner Rick Jervis


    In this episode of 'The Wireless Way,' host Chris Whitaker welcomes esteemed journalist Rick Jervis. With over 20 years of experience, Rick has contributed to major media outlets such as USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and the Miami Herald. He shares his journey from being a journalist to becoming the Baghdad Bureau Chief, and winning the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Journalism. Rick also discusses his debut book, 'The Devil Behind The Badge,' delving into the human stories behind a tragic crime. The conversation touches on the evolution of journalism, the challenges of writing a book, and the nuances of true crime storytelling. Don't miss this insightful discussion about the intricacies of journalism and the power of storytelling.

    00:00 Introduction to The Wireless Way

    00:28 Meet Rick Jervis: Award-Winning Journalist

    02:16 Rick's Early Career and Miami Herald Days

    03:37 Internships and Early Professional Experiences

    04:58 Covering Major Stories at Miami Herald

    07:13 Adventures in Prague and Eastern Europe

    08:44 Becoming Baghdad Bureau Chief

    11:07 Challenges and Rewards of War Reporting

    13:24 Pulitzer Prize-Winning Investigative Journalism

    16:56 Evolution of Journalism in the Digital Age

    22:14 Exploring the Depths of Journalism

    22:35 Introducing 'The Devil Behind the Badge'

    22:57 The Call That Sparked a Book

    24:20 Uncovering the Victims' Stories

    29:18 The Human Side of True Crime

    32:47 The Popularity of True Crime

    38:20 Future Projects and Historical Fascinations

    41:56 The Challenges of Writing a Book

    44:37 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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