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Host of NPR's 'All Things Considered' | Author of 'The Best Strangers in the World' | Acclaimed Journalist & Performer with Pink Martini | Advocate for LGBTQIA Rights

Ari Shapiro Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Host of NPR's 'All Things Considered' | Author of 'The Best Strangers in the World' | Acclaimed Journalist & Performer with Pink Martini | Advocate for LGBTQIA Rights

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Ari Shapiro
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
DCA - Washington, DC

Primary Topic Category:
Journalists / News Media / Global Outlook / Current Events

Secondary Topic Category:
LGBTQIA

 

Ari Shapiro Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Ari Shapiro has been one of the hosts of All Things Considered, NPR's flagship afternoon newsmagazine, since 2015. He has been a question on Jeopardy and an answer in the New York Times crossword puzzle. He has filed stories from above the Arctic Circle and aboard Air Force One, and he has covered wars in Iraq, Ukraine and Israel. His debut memoir, The Best Strangers In the World, was an instant New York Times bestseller. He has also performed as a singer in some of the world's most storied venues, from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl.

Ari Shapiro was born on September 30, 1978, and has built a distinguished career as a journalist, author, and performer. He graduated magna cum laude from Yale University with a degree in English. Shapiro's journalism career took off at NPR, where he initially worked behind the scenes before becoming a field reporter. By 2010, he was covering the White House, and in 2013, he became a London correspondent for NPR. His contributions to journalism have earned him multiple awards, including three Edward R. Murrow Awards and the Daniel Schorr Journalism Prize. In 2015, Shapiro became the host of NPR's "All Things Considered," one of the most listened-to news radio shows in the United States. His tenure has been marked by a significant increase in listenership and a series of high-profile interviews and reports. Alongside his journalism career, Shapiro is also known for his work with the musical group Pink Martini, with whom he has performed at prestigious venues worldwide, including Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. In 2024, Shapiro took on a new role as the host of Netflix's rebooted reality competition series "The Mole," fulfilling a long-time personal aspiration. His diverse talents and ventures across different media platforms underscore his multifaceted career and his commitment to storytelling in various forms.
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