Mishal Husain is a highly respected broadcaster, journalist, and author, known for her extensive career in the media. As a speaker, she is in high demand due to her unique blend of expertise in global affairs, compelling storytelling, and exceptional communication skills. With a long and distinguished career with the BBC, Mishal’s reputation was further solidified in 2024 when she became Editor-at-Large for Bloomberg News’ “Weekend Edition” and published her memoir, “Broken Threads: My Family From Empire to Independence.”
Mishal’s journey into the world of broadcasting began in the late 1990s, when she joined Bloomberg Television as a producer in 1996. Her talent and drive quickly propelled her into more prominent roles, including becoming a producer at BBC News in 1998. In 2002, her career truly took off as she took on the position of Washington Correspondent for the BBC. Over the years, Mishal has reported on significant global events from regions such as the Middle East, South Asia, and the United States. In 2011 she became the presenter of BBC Radio 4’s “Today programme”, a role she held for 11 years. Her work, which has included a variety of impactful documentaries, has garnered widespread acclaim and numerous prestigious awards.
Over her career, Mishal’s excellence and influence in journalism has been recognised. In 2025, she was elected as a Fellow of Kellogg College at the University of Oxford, and she has also been honoured with the Broadcaster of the Year Award, and the Charles Wheeler Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Journalism. Her work as a documentary filmmaker has also been widely celebrated, with projects such as “Malala – Shot for Going to School” and “How Facebook Changed the World” being critically acclaimed. Mishal’s expertise in storytelling and her ability to illuminate complex global issues through her work continue to earn her accolades.
As a speaker, Mishal Husain offers unparalleled insight into global affairs, journalism, and the power of storytelling. Her ability to connect with audiences on both a personal and intellectual level is one of the many reasons she is regularly hired for high-profile speaking engagements. Her wide-ranging experiences, from interviewing global figures to reporting on pivotal moments in history, make her an authoritative voice on issues of social change, international relations, and leadership. Those who engage Mishal as a speaker are guaranteed an enriching and impactful experience, underpinned by her deep understanding of the world and her compelling communication style.
