John Simpson: 50 Years on the Frontline
John Simpson, one of the 麻豆社's best-known foreign correspondents, looks back over his 50-year career.
John Simpson, one of the 麻豆社's best-known foreign correspondents, has been at the heart of breaking news for more than half a century.
A frontline witness of history, the world affairs editor has dodged bullets and cheated death from Iraq to Afghanistan.
In a highly personal Panorama, John looks back over his 50-year career, revisiting the people and places that have impacted on him most, as he reveals his thoughts on the challenges for the future.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reporter | John Simpson |
| Producer | Judith Ahern |
| Producer | Peter Leng |
| Executive Producer | Frank Simmonds |
| Editor | Rachel Jupp |
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