The BBC's Edward Stourton: A life in broadcasting

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Edward Stourton has been the main presenter of the BBC's Sunday programme for over a decade, and has worked in broadcasting for more than forty years, during which time he has been a foreign correspondent for the BBC, ITN, and Channel 4. In this in-depth interview with Premier Christianity's editor Sam Hailes, Edward recounts the highs and lows of his career, tells us about his Catholic upbringing and continued faith, and introduces his latest book, Sunday, which chronicles half a century of religious affairs and ethical issues.

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The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity magazine, the UK's leading Christian magazine.

Released on 27 Oct 2023

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#1	2025-06-07 18:27:27	GET	/the-profile/podcasts/episodes/the-bbcs-edward-stourton-a-life-in-broadcasting	64 37 22 1

The BBC's Edward Stourton: A life in broadcasting

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