Jeremy Szafron joins Kitco News as an anchor and producer from Kitco’s Vancouver bureau.  Jeremy is a seasoned journalist with a diverse background covering entertainment, current affairs and finance. Jeremy began his career in 2006 as a Journalist at CTV (Canada’s largest network), initially engaging audiences as an entertainment reporter before pivoting to business reporting focusing on mining and small-caps. His macro-financial and market trends analysis made him a sought-after commentator on CTV Mornin ...

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I always wanted to become a journalist and today I am one. Hello everyone. Namaste.I am Swamia Apay. Well uh there are very few people who are as lucky as me who get to live their dream as their profession and u you know while watching the other speakers I realized that they had such beautiful narratives to give up. uh in my case I think I will just stick to one facet that I abide by as a journalist and that is honesty.I don't have a script but I will just speak my heart out and address a couple of things t ...

Media Industry & Political Commentary - The report addresses concerns about President Trump's attacks on journalists, particularly women, and the potential damage to the credibility of the press [5][8][9] - The analysis suggests these attacks are intentional efforts to intimidate and discredit reporters, especially women and minorities, who report truthfully [10][11][13] - The report highlights the rise of independent media platforms (e g, Substack, YouTube) as a response to perceived shortcomings in corporate/legacy media and a desire for more independent reporting [23][24][25] - The discussion includes the White House's creation of a media bias page, raising concerns about its potential impact on the news business [17][18] - The report mentions Trump's public approval polls are in the mid-30s, suggesting his popularity is largely limited to his base [19] Impact on Journalism & Society - The report indicates that the term "fake" has already damaged trust in the media, and the president's use of this term exacerbates the problem [15] - The analysis points out that journalists are losing their jobs for reporting facts and truth, creating a vacuum in the industry [16] - The report raises concerns about the potential for Trump's behavior to normalize verbal abuse in the workplace and society [26][27] - The report emphasizes the importance of Black journalists in providing checks and balances and telling important stories, while also noting the challenges they face in mainstream organizations [28][29][30]

Industry Risk - The journalism industry faces risks that are being overshadowed by the excitement surrounding a potential Warner Bros sale [1] Media Industry - The potential sale of Warner Bros has significant implications for the television and film industries [1]

Press Freedom - Press restrictions are no longer exclusive to autocracies [1] - Democracies, including the US and UK, are now also imposing limits on journalists [1]

Press Freedom - Press restrictions are no longer exclusive to autocracies [1] - Democracies, including the US and UK, are also imposing limits on journalists [1]

Media Landscape & Truth Decay - Amplification of falsehoods in media due to clicks, money, and populism [1] - Erosion of objective truth and the dominance of loudest voices [1] - Potential weakening of democracy due to the spread of misinformation, drawing parallels to the 1920s-30s [1] Iu Forn's Background - Extensive experience in radio as editor, scriptwriter, coordinator, and director [1] - Background in press as a political reporter and columnist [1] - Experience as scriptwriter, director, and presenter for various television programs [1] - Author of eight books, including "Judici a la Justícia" [1] - Served as a board member of the Catalan Association of Journalists in 2006 and 2007 [1] - Taught Business Administration at FUB in Manresa for three academic years [1] - Director of the Catalan News Agency since April 2022 [1]

Legal & Political Risk - Vietnamese police initiated a criminal investigation into a Berlin-based Vietnamese journalist and website editor [1] - The investigation concerns alleged anti-state activities [1]

Core Insights - Jeremy Szafron has joined Kitco News as an anchor and producer, bringing a wealth of experience in journalism, particularly in finance and current affairs [1][5] Background and Career Development - Jeremy began his journalism career in 2006 at CTV, where he transitioned from entertainment reporting to business reporting, focusing on mining and small-cap companies [2] - He gained recognition for his macro-financial and market trends analysis, becoming a sought-after commentator on CTV Morning Live and CTV News Network [2] - A significant highlight of his career was covering the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games, which led to the development of an online video news program for PressReader, a digital newsstand with 8,000 editions in 60 languages [3] Digital Media and Industry Impact - In 2012, Jeremy launched The Green Scene Podcast, which quickly attracted over 400,000 subscribers, establishing him as a prominent voice in the cannabis industry [4] - Following this success, he created Investor Scene and Initiate Research, platforms that provide exclusive market insights and deal-flow opportunities in mining and Canadian small-cap sectors [4] Professional Expertise - Jeremy has experience as a market strategist and investor relations consultant for various publicly traded companies across mining, energy, consumer packaged goods (CPG), and technology industries [5] - He holds a BA in Journalism from Concordia University, which has contributed to his diverse career in media and finance [5]