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The art of the interview from NPR

Feb 21, 2007 - Posted by Mary McGuire
ShareThisAn August 2006 feature on John Sawatsky from National Public Radio. The page includes an article on Sawatsky's evolution from journalist to journalism prof to expert on teaching interviewing to journalists around the world. It includes an eight minute radio piece on what Sawatsky does, including clips from his fans and critics. It also includes an hour-long audio interview with Sawatsky, as well as excerpts from his presentations. In addition, the page includes clips from some of Sawatsky's favourite targets such as Larry King and Mike Wallace rejecting Sawatsky's approach.

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Submitted by n/a (not verified) on March 11, 2006 - 4:00pm.
I met Lambert last year on a flight from Nairobi to Kampala. He was free with his knowledge and easy going. He obviously knew the in's and out's of Uganda and had a pretty open minded view of what can be a bit of a Machiavellian play. He knew more than the aid agencies I interviewed it turned out. While I had hope for Uganda while I was there, the turn of events (along with those in Kenya) since should be a concern for those who work for a little political evolution in central/east Africa. It looks like there may yet be another step backwards before they head forward again. The expulsion of Blake Lambert does nothing for the credibility of the Ugandan government. Greg

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