"World Disorder with Rachel Marsden" is a 26 minute program airing twice weekly from Sputnik Paris studio, focusing on international geopolitical issues and deconstructing the stories behind the rhetoric. Each episode opens with Marsden's signature commentary, followed by a discussion with a guest expert. The program is broadcasted in France and available online at fr.sputniknews.com.
"I want to play the role of referee," says Marsden. "Attending NHL hockey games in Canada as a kid, I have two distinct memories: Wayne Gretzky's face being smashed into the glass inches away from mine…and the crowd constantly yelling at the referee. The ref's job is to ensure fair play and to catch and expose things that others don't, either because they can't see or because they're blinded by their own biases. There's inherent controversy in this kind of independent critical thought, but it's also a lot of fun."
"I'm excited to be part of the Sputnik News lineup and to work with the team of young, international, and bright professionals at the Paris bureau," says Marsden.
"It's refreshing that Sputnik has insisted on independent thought and analysis as the heart and soul of this program from the very outset. That kind of integrity is rare these days, but critical to gaining the trust and confidence of the audience. I think it's something that sets this show apart."
Commenting on the launch, head of Sputnik France Natalia Novikova said "Sputnik is delighted to welcome Rachel on board. We are sure that our francophone audience, both in France and Canada, will highly appreciate our new program, staying with us at fr.sputniknews.com".
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