Dear readers,
I am thrilled to welcome you to the The Debrief Network.
As the founder, I couldn’t be more excited to embark on this journey with you. Together, we’re aiming to reshape how we engage with the news and world around us.
Over the past 14 years in journalism, I've witnessed firsthand the many shifts in the media landscape. The influx of information has been staggering, yet somehow, clarity feels harder to grasp than ever.
We live in a time where everyone is speaking, but few are truly listening. It’s a noisy world out there, filled with misinformation—so much so that it can be overwhelming.
That’s where The Debrief Network comes in. Here, our mission is simple: to distill news from noise and zoom in on the stories that matter. We’re not just here to tell you what happened; we want to delve into why it happened, and to follow the consequences arising as a result thereof.
I believe The Debrief Network should be about context, clarity, conciseness, and a compelling narrative—what I like to call the “Four C’s.”
You can look forward to a weekly podcast, where we’ll engage in thoughtful, in-depth conversations with influential voices shaping our world.
No sensationalised headlines or rage-baiting here—just genuine discussions on pressing matters that often slip through the cracks.
Our daily newsletter will also transform the way you reflect on important developments. Breaking news will always be important. But at the end of the day, when you want to understand why what’s happening is happening, we are here for you.
I’ll share my thoughts and invite you into a conversation that feels personal and meaningful. And while we’re still growing our community of writers, each will bring their unique insights to the table, providing a diverse range of perspectives.
In a world of shrinking attention spans, our goal is to explain complicated developments in short, punchy ways. Our ‘Briefs’ aim to break down complex stories into digestible pieces.
We’re not just reporting death tolls or unrest; we’re connecting the dots to help you understand what these events mean for our world.
We’re here to create what we wish to read. Together, let's augment our understanding of the world and refine the lenses through which we observe it.
Join me as we build a community that cuts through the chaos. Subscribe, share our journalism, and send us your thoughts. Get the quick updates by joining our WhatsApp Community
We promise to make you the most interesting person at the dinner table.
Warm regards,
Qaanitah Hunter
Founder, The Debrief Network