The Jordan Harbinger Show

619: Danny Gold | Breaking News from the Underworld

Feb 1, 2022
Danny Gold, a seasoned journalist and documentary filmmaker, dives into the murky waters of organized crime and conflict reporting. He shares the chilling moment he was caught recording a violent human trafficker, revealing the dangers of his profession. Inspired by his family's Holocaust survival, Danny discusses the moral imperative of shedding light on unreported atrocities and the complexities of connecting with those involved in violence. He emphasizes the necessity of preparation in the field and highlights how darkness can reveal humanity's brightest traits.
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ANECDOTE

Interviewing Al-Qaeda

  • Danny Gold shares his experience interviewing Al-Qaeda associates in Syria.
  • After initially being denied, he was later invited for a tense, yet insightful, conversation.
INSIGHT

Relatability in Conflict

  • Danny Gold observed that even those involved in conflict are relatable human beings.
  • Despite the presence of weapons and war, there's an element of normality in their downtime.
ANECDOTE

Covering Ebola

  • Danny Gold describes covering the Ebola outbreak in Africa with minimal protection.
  • He reflects on the anxiety of potential infection and the difference in transmissibility compared to COVID-19.
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