This episode was recorded live at Web Summit Qatar in February 2026. In this episode, Matt Frederick speaks with veteran war correspondent Hoda Abdel-Hamid, whose decades reporting from conflict zones, including Iraq and Gaza, offer a rare, firsthand perspective on the realities of war. Together, they explore what it means to tell human stories from the front lines, the responsibility of bearing witness, and the lasting emotional impact of documenting trauma. The conversation also examines how modern media shapes our understanding of conflict—and why, beyond politics and headlines, the most important stories are always about people.

<p>This episode was recorded live at Web Summit Qatar in February 2026. In this episode, Matt Frederick speaks with veteran war correspondent Hoda Abdel-Hamid, whose decades reporting from conflict zones, including Iraq and Gaza, offer a rare, firsthand perspective on the realities of war. Together, they explore what it means to tell human stories from the front lines, the responsibility of bearing witness, and the lasting emotional impact of documenting trauma. The conversation also examines how modern media shapes our understanding of conflict&mdash;and why, beyond politics and headlines, the most important stories are always about people.</p>

A curated podcast of the boldest ideas and sharpest insights from Web Summit Qatar. Dive into the key conversations shaping the future of tech, innovation, and business.

<p>A curated podcast of the boldest ideas and sharpest insights from Web Summit Qatar. Dive into the key conversations shaping the future of tech, innovation, and business.</p>

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Live at Web Summit Qatar: Matthew Frederick in Conversation with Hoda Abdel-Hamid

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