In this episode, I sit down with renowned political journalist, the powerhouse , Qaanitah Hunter for a raw, unfiltered conversation on what it means to hold truth in a world obsessed with headlines.We unpack the uncomfortable tension between sensationalism and real journalism, and how Qaanitah has navigated the often punishing terrain of media, politics, and identity—all while staying rooted in her purpose as a storyteller.From speaking truth to power, to challenging internal newsroom biases, to the cost of being a young Muslim woman in South Africa’s high-stakes political arena—Qaanitah opens up about what it takes to keep showing up with courage and clarity.Whether you’re a journalist, a consumer of media, or a woman who’s ever questioned whose stories get told (and how), this episode will challenge your perspective and affirm your instinct to go deeper.

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