Dana Ballout
Documentary producer and co-host of The Copernic Affair podcast, investigating the case of Hassan Diab.
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Mar 31, 2025 • 24min
The Copernic Affair: The professor accused of a Paris bombing
Dana Ballout, a documentary producer, and Alex Atack, a journalist, dive deep into the case of Hassan Diab, a Lebanese-Canadian professor wrongly accused of a bombing in Paris. They dissect the chilling impact of the 1980 tragedy on the Jewish community and explore the dramatic twists in Diab's legal struggle. The discussion highlights the psychological effects of wrongful accusations and contrasts public perceptions of justice in Canada versus France. The conversation raises crucial questions about accountability and the need for solid evidence in judicial processes.
Apr 16, 2026 • 40min
The Story She Reported, the View She Buried
Hamza Syed, journalist who co-led The Trojan Horse Affair, wrestles with using his own voice in investigations. Dana Ballout, investigative reporter from The Copernic Affair, recounts cutting personal reactions while probing a contested conviction. They debate when to reveal emotion, how identity shapes risk, and the fallout from showing or hiding personal perspective in reporting.
