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From The Writer’s Cabin: Live with Kathy Gannon on Journalist Killings in Gaza and Lebanon
May 7, 2026

From The Writer’s Cabin: Live with Kathy Gannon on Journalist Killings in Gaza and Lebanon

Jeff Newton, former 60 Minutes producer, who has won numerous awards, inspires us all to think deeper and care more. He challenges us to ask the uncomfortable questions and seek uncomfortable truths. Speaking with him is a privilege and his substack @From the Writer's Cabin with Jeff Newton should not be missed.

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From The Writer’s Cabin: Live with Kathy Gannon
April 8, 2026

From The Writer’s Cabin: Live with Kathy Gannon

Kathy Gannon, live from Islamabad, and I discussed Iran this morning on my Substack, From The Writer’s Cabin. Topics: where the cease fire may go, how Pakistan played a major role, what we may see next..…WATCH NOW

In The Wake Of The US Consulate Attack in Pakistan, We Go Live With Kathy Gannon From Islamabad
March 1, 2026

In The Wake Of The US Consulate Attack in Pakistan, We Go Live With Kathy Gannon From Islamabad

So much violence, anger and sadness in this region and so much history that is barely known or understood. Was grateful to Jeff Newton and his brilliant Substack @Writer’sCabin for the opportunity to discuss and understand.

The Writer’s Cabin: Live with Kathy Gannon
March 1, 2026

The Writer’s Cabin: Live with Kathy Gannon

During an extraordinary exchange with the amazing acclaimed journalist Jeff Newton on his Substack site The Writer’s Cabin. For me it was inspiring to engage with so many with so much interest to know more, understand more and want to unpack the complexities of issues, events and wars. Jeff Newton and his substack site exemplifies the real value these platforms can bring to much needed discussions. I am relatively new to substack but look forward to the greater engagement it offers.…WATCH NOW

Dangerous Escalation | Pakistan–Afghanistan Conflict | Zahid Hussain with Kathy Gannon
February 28, 2026

Dangerous Escalation | Pakistan–Afghanistan Conflict | Zahid Hussain with Kathy Gannon

Important and substantive dialogue with Pakistan’s acclaimed journalist @Zahid Hussain about the deeply complex and increasingly dangerous conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan worsening tensions in an already volatile region.… WATCH ON YOUTUBE.

Afghanistan after nearly three years away
August 13, 2025

Afghanistan after nearly three years away

For me Afghanistan is the people, the friends I have known for decades, and others I meet on the street, who smile, ask if they can help, put their hand to their heart to greet you.

Returning to Kabul after nearly three years was like coming home. Immediately the essence of Afghanistan emerged. At passport control, a smile, a hand to the heart and Salam-o-Alakum. The same from the bearded gentleman behind the counter that collects information from foreigners entering the country.…READ ON SUBSTACK