In this episode, we're joined by one of the most trusted voices in American journalism. Soledad O'Brien is an award-winning journalist, Executive Producer of 2 Oscar-nominated documentary films for the 98th Academy Awards, and media entrepreneur whose work has consistently pushed journalism to be more accountable, more human, and more honest.
From landmark projects like "Black in America" to her newly Oscar-nominated documentary film offerings, "The Perfect Neighbor" and "The Devil is Busy," she's built a career telling stories that challenge power and center truth. She's also the founder of Starfish Media Group, now Soledad O'Brien Productions.
Career Highlights (Timeline)
• Harvard University graduate
• NBC News and MSNBC correspondent and anchor
• CNN anchor of American Morning
• Creator of Black in America and Latino in America
• Founder of Starfish Media Group (2013)
• Host of Matter of Fact with Soledad O'Brien (10 seasons)
• Correspondent for HBO Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel
Major Documentary Works
• The Perfect Neighbor (2025) – Executive Producer – 2026 Academy Award nominee for Best Documentary Feature
• The Devil Is Busy (2024) – Executive Producer – Oscar-nominated documentary short
• Black and Missing
• Katrina: Come Hell and High Water
• Who Killed JFK?
• Murder on the Towpath
• The End of Affirmative Action
Current News & Awards
• The Perfect Neighbor nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy Awards (2026)
• Continued work with HBO Real Sports
• Active speaking engagements on journalism, democracy, and storytelling
Press & Recognition
Multiple Emmy Awards, Peabody Awards, Gracie Awards, Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame inductee
Sources / References
CNN, HBO, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Starfish Media Group, and The Hype Magazine
You can read the full editorial by our Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Jerry Doby, exclusively on www.thehypemagazine.com. We welcome your comments and feedback!
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