Ban Barkawi

Ban Barkawi is an accomplished media professional with extensive experience in podcast production, radio presenting, and journalism. Currently serving as a Podcast Producer at The National News since July 2024, Ban previously held positions as a Radio Presenter and Supervising Producer for various organizations, including Radio Bliss Jordan and Kerning Cultures Network. Ban's journalism career includes roles such as Middle East Correspondent for Thomson Reuters Foundation and Deputy Editor at Al Bawaba News. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts (MA) with Distinction in Multimedia Broadcast Journalism from Falmouth University and a BA in Journalism with an Italian Minor from California State University, Chico. Throughout the career, Ban has demonstrated a commitment to storytelling and media production across diverse platforms.