Last Man Standing

There but for the grace of God (Pt 4)

Last Man Standing

Show Notes

For Anthony this story is personal as he reveals that he himself was captured while reporting on the Syrian conflict.

What is it like to be a journalist covering war? And what does his experience tell us about John Cantlie's kidnap?

Hosts: Manveen Rana and Anthony Loyd, special correspondent, The Times. Clips: BBC and CNN.

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