Benjamin Gottlieb

Benjamin Gottlieb is an Emmy award-winning reporter and host based in Los Angeles, California, with extensive experience in journalism and education.

He currently covers business for the NPR affiliate, KCRW Public Radio, focusing on immigrant-run enterprises, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

In addition to his role in journalism, Benjamin is an adjunct professor of journalism at Loyola Marymount University and Cal State University, Northridge, teaching broadcast reporting, audio editing, podcasting, and web design for journalists.

With a Master's degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Southern California and a background in Global & International Studies and Journalism from the University of California, Santa Barbara, Benjamin has a solid academic foundation.

He has received numerous reporting grants, including the Knight Foundation grant for Religion Reporting in Northern India, and has been a Korea fellow with the East-West Center.

Passionate about exploring the world, Benjamin has traveled to over 40 countries for both work and leisure, gaining a diverse perspective on global issues and cultures.

Benjamin has held various key roles in prestigious organizations, such as Director of Podcasts at Shopify, and has contributed as a Reporter, Host, Producer, and Associate Producer at KCRW, Huffington Post, KCETLink, and The Washington Post, among others.

His background includes positions like Art Director, Web Producer, and Executive Editor, showcasing his versatility and expertise in the field of journalism.

To learn more about Benjamin Gottlieb and his work, visit his website at http://gottliebmedia.com.