Eli Saslow

Eli Saslow, a Pulitzer Prize–winning reporter known for narrative explanatory pieces on food stamps, immigration, and addiction. He discusses reporting methods, finding characters and communities, building trust, and embedding with law enforcement. The conversation highlights how he frames complex social issues through intimate storytelling and on-the-ground reporting.

In this engaging discussion, Eli Saslow, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Washington Post reporter renowned for his work on social issues, shares insights from his latest book on the pandemic. He dives into the challenges faced by Southwest Airlines, particularly around vaccination policies, and sheds light on the financial intricacies of Rent the Runway's IPO. The conversation also touches on the vital role of empathy in journalism and the importance of human connection during crises, framed through compelling personal stories.