This Month, resident podcaster Phil Hooper speaks to excellent cameraman and even better human Richie Mockler. 

Richie shares a few of the incredible experiences he has had since he joined Sky News including the time his team was ambushed in Ukraine. He also talks about how his passion and drive were forged from challenges at a very early age.

Take a listen, it doesn’t disappoint… 

Warning: Contains some strong language

Presenter: Phil Hooper
Guest: Richie Mockler
Producer: Nathan Hale

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Something a bit different this episode.

We talk about how our mental health can be impacted, by what we see and do. Phil talks openly about his personal experiences in order to highlight the signs to look out for should we become affected. 

In this conversation, our resident podcaster Phil Hooper talks with James Scurry, a Sky News producer and trained psychotherapist. They discuss mental health in our profession, focusing on the growing recognition of trauma among journalists, the need for peer support and practical tips for maintaining mental wellbeing.

Presenter: Phil Hooper
Guest: James Scurry
Producer: Nathan Hale

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The word “Legend” is over used but we make no apology for using it here.

This month we are delighted to bring you a frank, funny and heartfelt chat with Johannesberg based legend Garwen Mcluckie. Recorded on the eve of taking up his new role in Istanbul with Alex Crawford, Garwen speaks to Phil Hooper about his time in Africa working for Sky News and so much more. 

WARNING: contains some strong language and descriptions of violent and traumatic events. Listener discretion is advised.

Presenter: Phil Hooper
 Guest: Garwen Mcluckie
 Producer: Nathan Hale

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Episode 5 is here. Phil caught up with the Gaffer Ed Bayliss and they spoke about how Ed got in to Sky news, his journey as a runner, sound recordist, camera operator, editor and eventual head of cameras and assignments. He talks about some of the lows and highs he's faced along the way.

Presenter: Phil Hooper
 Guest: Ed Bayliss
 Producer: Nathan Hale

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Episode 4 is here and it’s the one we’ve all been waiting for… Legendary original alumni Adam Murch talks to Phil about his time at Sky News in the month of Sky News' 36th Birthday. One not to miss.

Presenter: Phil Hooper
 Guest: Adam Murch
 Producer: Nathan Hale

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In this episode, Phil speaks with current Jerusalem based shoot edit Olivia Prutz. Olivia talks about her career so far and how she finds working at Sky News ahead of her impending move East. 

 Presenter: Phil Hooper
 Guest: Olivia Prutz
 Producer: Nathan Hale

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In late 2024, our resident Sky News camera department Podcaster Phil Hooper spoke in depth with US based shoot edit Ed Young. It’s a fascinating conversation that touches on some of the big issues that we face in our roles as well as making the most of the chance to get to know more about Ed and his career. 

Warning Podcast contains occasional use of the F Bomb!
 
 Presenter: Phil Hooper
 Guest: Ed Young
 Producer: Nathan Hale

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In Focus employed the dulcet tones of the camera department’s Podcast specialist Phil Hooper to speak to Asher Knight. Phil took a walk around the Sky campus and asked Asher how he’s getting on in his new role as this year’s Mick Dean bursary award winner. Asher talks about his first impressions working in news and his hopes for the future.

Presenter: Phil Hooper

Guest: Asher Knight

Producer: Nathan Hale

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