Surviving War: Legendary Journalist’s Untold Stories from Gaza, Israel & Beyond . Henry Halim

Hello Listeners, My Guest Today is Henry Halim Berber. A Photojournalist who has survived the odds to capture the most dangerous conflict zones in the world. Inside the life of a legendary war journalist: Survive the frontlines, witness history, and discover the real dangers of reporting in Gaza, Israel, Cambodia, and beyond.Highlights from this episode:

Surviving War Zones: Firsthand accounts of being shot, kidnapped, arrested, and beaten while reporting from conflict areas like Cambodia, Gaza, Bosnia, and more.Mental Resilience: Insights into the psychological strength and training needed to endure trauma and keep returning to dangerous assignments.Evolution of War Journalism: How the risks and ethics of reporting have changed over 40 years, from being respected as neutral observers to becoming deliberate targets.Iconic Historic Moments: Stories from the frontlines of major world events, including Tiananmen Square, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and revolutions in Indonesia and Romania.Ethical Dilemmas: The importance of neutrality, objectivity, and the challenges of maintaining journalistic integrity amid political polarization.Dangers of Modern Reporting: The increasing threats journalists face today, including the loss of respect for the press, fake news, and the impact of social media.Jungle Expeditions: Adventures covering extreme events in remote jungles, facing natural hazards while documenting international races and indigenous communities.Legacy and Motivation: The drive to document history for future generations and advice for aspiring journalists on surviving and thriving in the field.This is Terminally Curious With Kayne Masters.

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(00:00) Surviving Crossfire: Arrests, Kidnappings & War Zone Dangers
(01:02) Introducing Henry Halim: Legendary War Photojournalist
(01:37) Childhood Inspiration: Tim Page and the Vietnam War
(03:54) Staying Neutral in Conflict: The Art of Detachment
(05:12) Building Mental Resilience for War Reporting
(07:05) Advice for Aspiring Journalists: Witnessing for Future Generations
(08:47) Trauma, Loss, and the High Cost of Journalism
(10:15) The Evolving Dangers: From Respect to Risk in Modern War Zones
(12:09) Press Freedom Then and Now: Cambodia, Gaza, and Beyond
(14:08) The Internet, Social Media, and the Rise of Fake News
(15:27) Speed vs. Accuracy: The Changing Pace of News Delivery
(17:01) Earning Respect and Navigating Political Bias
(20:14) Into the Jungle: Covering Extreme Races and Indigenous Life
(24:47) Becoming a War Correspondent: Training and First Assignments
(27:01) Historic Moments: Tiananmen Square, Berlin Wall, and More
(29:07) Capturing the Fall of the Berlin Wall
(30:05) Revolutions and Upheaval: Romania, Cambodia, Indonesia
(32:11) How to Spot a Story Before It Breaks
(34:57) Landmines and the Lingering Dangers in Cambodia
(38:15) Navigating Shifting Sides and Staying Safe
(41:18) The Most Dangerous Assignments and Surviving Injury
(44:07) What Drives a War Reporter to Keep Going?
(44:47) Jungle Expeditions and the Relentless Pursuit of Stories
(45:36) The Future of Conflict Reporting: Ukraine, Gaza, and Beyond
(47:45) Ethics and the Essence of Journalism
(48:33) Most Iconic Photos: Berlin Wall and Cambodia
(49:12) Lessons from the Frontlines: Humanity and Survival
(50:49) What’s Next for Henry Halim and Reflections on Malaysia

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