How A Small-Town Reporter Became a Foreign War Correspondent
Foreign correspondent Robert Sherman shares his journey from small-town reporter to covering war zones in Ukraine and Israel for NewsNation.
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Podcast Summary
On today’s show I sat down with Robert Sherman, a foreign correspondent for NewsNation and an author, who shares his transformative journey from covering local news in Alabama to reporting from war zones in Ukraine and Israel.
Our conversation explores Robert's firsthand experiences in high-stakes environments, the complexities of international conflicts, and the profound lessons he’s learned about humanity and the world.
He also talks about his upcoming book “Lessons from the Front,” which chronicles his journey covering conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, fairness, and honesty in journalism.
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You are going to learn about:
Robert’s Reporting Experiences in the United States, Ukraine, and Israel
How Curiosity, Fairness, and Honesty Make Good Journalism
Robert’s Upcoming Book “Lessons from the Front”
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Check out these great clips from the show:
01:18 Guest Introduction: Robert Sherman
02:39 Robert's Early Passion for Journalism
04:15 College Experiences and First Broadcasting Jobs
06:53 Transition to News Reporting
08:37 First Job in Birmingham
12:55 Joining Fox News
15:36 Covering Major National Stories
23:34 Memorable Moments with Dog the Bounty Hunter
27:11 Joining NewsNation
29:21 Reporting from the US-Mexico Border
30:21 Facing the Dangers of Reporting on the US-Mexico Border
30:51 The Humanitarian Crisis at the Border
31:15 Balancing Humanitarian and Criminal Elements in Reporting
31:59 Personal Growth and Changing Perspectives
32:44 From the US-Mexico Border to Ukraine
34:01 First Impressions and Challenges in Ukraine
35:50 Navigating the Complexities of War Reporting
37:01 The Reality of War: Personal Encounters and Reflections
48:30 The Importance of Home and Family
49:30 Writing the Book: A Journey of Self-Discovery
50:50 The Complexities of Global Conflicts
57:14 The Role of Curiosity in Storytelling
Guest(s)
Robert Sherman
Date Published
December 8, 2025
