James O'Brien meets Clive Myrie | LBC

He's one of the most recognisable faces on British television, covering some of the biggest stories of our time. BBC News presenter and Mastermind host, Clive Myrie grew up in Bolton - the son of Windrush generation parents - with dreams of becoming a journalist. He studied law at university but ended up accepting a position on the BBC's journalism trainee scheme. He's gone on to report from more than 90 different countries including war zones in Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan and most recently, Ukraine. Clive's memoir, Everything is Everything reflects on how being black has affected his perspectives of issues he's encountered in his thirty years reporting the news.

[@ACsPianoCorner]

A truly incredible interview. Clive has had an incredible journey and its great to hear. As a British born child of a Jamaican parent too, I completely understand the early perspective he shared. Many more need to hear his story. Another great interview from James.

[@jenniferclarke2165]

Thank you James for giving Clive the platform to speak his experience. Thank you Clive. The pain of the Windrush generation lives on. Like you I missed the remedial school, as I was seen as being different when I came from Jamaica in 1968. Can only thank my mother for preserving with me and having faith in me.

[@derekwelbeck9327]

Excellent interview, James. I'm definitely going to check out Clive's book. He's a consummate professional.

[@denisesf5]

Being Canadian, I've never heard of this lovely man before. ..but this interview was a brilliant introduction. What an absolutely fascinating character. Very entertaining indeed! Thank you!❤

[@bolasworld5425]

Another Canadian here..❤❤

[@BigHenFor]

Great episode that exemplifies the following: “Injustice prevails where hopelessness persists. So, hope is a requirement. Hope is your superpower.” -- Bryan Stevenson

[@karlkerr7348]

What a powerful story Clive tells ❤

[@deedeeone8840]

Greetings Sir and Guest from North London, Hope all is Well, Brilliant interview to watch, Being a British born Jamaican... My Jamaican parents worked till Retirement, Never on the Dole added to the British Economy from 1960s never taken out, I was told to get a Trade or Study 1980s days ... Did that but Racism was the Main Meal of the day, Everyday it feels like for 40+ years, Even being a Fully certified Electronic Engineer for 26 years, Yeah Racism, Demonisation and Disrespect... Daily events for British born Afro people... But never let it stop me doing things and yes I do have English friends 44 years now before someone comments "Race Card" in play. Wonderful interview an insight to the Lives of Carribbean Jamaican people living in the UK 1960s and so on. Thank you Sir, Peace.

[@jaxcoss5790]

Same thing for me, mum and dad from Jamaica they worked hard, never unemployed.

[@itsBATSMENnotBATTERS]

It’s the other way round these days mate

[@kecotter6595]

Because everyone has learned workshy British ways.

[@ola6485]

British born Africans can also relate to Clives stories too. Thank you both for a wonderful interview😊

[@rebahenderson211]

That was a definite treat. Thanks Gentlemen.❤

[@Gusthecatinlondon]

Clive is an absolute Gentleman. Always been a big fan. Great role model for young and old alike !

[@andilangford-woods1354]

two top men talking sense! thanks James for this illuminating interview.

[@kayjay1551]

James is a great journalist, letting Clive speak without interruptions. Great chat by two great men

[@DennisMoore664]

I've enjoyed listening to the podcast, but I appreciate the option of watching the interview as well so thank you LBC and everyone involved in making these available on KZbin.

[@AOS2023Q]

Brilliant Interesting and informative Please keep up this top class content

[@franklinbrown5625]

I remember him reporting from the numerous wars and conflicts created by the EU and America. Brilliant reporter and awesome human being.

[@ginagee8737]

I was thinking that I would never hear my story reflected in the media. There are so many parallels between Clive's family and mine. Yet also striving for different by using education. Being the only one doing what you are doing career wise. Coping with marginalisation once you get there. Thank you Clive for so eloquently highlighting the real struggle of the windrush and us the first generation. Our stories have never really been told. That's why I love James's interviews. So insightful

[@TravelerSanna]

Very interesting interview! ❤

[@wendyhandy9065]

Great interview 🌟

[@andypandywalters]

Excellent interview.

[@jhamptonjr]

I'm sorry but being an American I don't know this guy. He has a fascinating story though! I'm very heartfelt. Lions and tigers and bears all night! Very entertaining and informative James. Peace!

[@stuartgraca]

An enjoyable interview

[@lornalow7479]

Just brilliant 😊

[@jonathand435]

What an awesome gentleman, journalist, presenter, character and human Clive is.

[@rolybling]

Love Clive Myrie, a total legend in broadcasting.

[@beauparc11]

Love listening to Clive!! A decent and honest human being...

[@mikeltruss9695]

Great interview, reminds me of some of the excerpts of Akala’s book “Natives’

[@stevenhoward3358]

Nice to see a fellow northerner doing well, albeit he's from the wrong side of the Pennines. I appreciate your reporting, stay at the forefront and make sure you get to be at the big stories.

[@martinobrien7110]

Just Fabulous . Two Journalists on top of their Brief .

[@jaysonb7327]

Deep❤

[@Taporeee]

Bolton's finest

[@billykershaw2781]

I was hoping for a recounting of his meeting with Zelensky...can we have Amul Rajan next please.

[@marymakem8260]

Lovely man

[@simon1sez164]

Some animals are more equal than others? James o brien got away with that one!

[@Tom_murray89]

Legends

[@jeffsimon9594]

I am amazed the likes of Clive continue to broach the subject of South Africa. I mean that might make people look up how the country is doing these days and that would not be great for his argument.

[@sarangistudent8614]

It’s doing fine, it’s free now, just like we have our sovrintee back innit, doing just fine we are 🤦🏽

[@jeffsimon9594]

@@sarangistudent8614 Yes the two countries are so eminently comparable 🙄

[@dooda77penn19]

When is coward O'Brein gonna debate Douglas Murray 😂😂😂

[@andyknowles772]

Grow up.

[@donnawatt7124]

Never

[@mathieuleader8601]

this podcast does not deal with debates

[@jeffsimon9594]

@@andyknowles772 Hi there, FYI that is not a rebuttal

[@sarangistudent8614]

Who and who?

[@idonthavealoginname]

Why do people keep dredging up the past constantly as it doesn't help anything thats happening today, it just makes it worse.

[@andyknowles772]

Because we all have a past. Because what we are today is what all the yesterdays made us, both as individuals and as a society. Because we can all learn from the mistakes and triumphs of the past to make the present better.

[@idonthavealoginname]

@@andyknowles772 Thats not what's being projected,yet again its constant talk of racism which is making our society toxic.

[@debbzev]

No, nothing you ever did in your past made a difference in your future, the two are not eternally linked. Or maybe it is? Edit... I'm being sarcastic. I thought it was obvious with the... or maybe it is? Please don't come for me.

[@andyknowles772]

Oh, and you DO realise this interview is about his autobiography, right? Do you know what an autobiography is? 😂😂😂

[@desmondroberts6034]

Err... He was talking about his autobiography? A bit difficult without referring to the past don't you think? Else it would read 'I put pen to paper.' THE END.

[@michaelathanasiou2030]

This is a great video ( I love it when turds interview turds)

[@jaxcoss5790]

What's does that mean?

[@lornalow7479]

Yeah, what does that mean 😮

[@denisesf5]

Your comment says more about you than anyone else...😅😂😂

[@garycole6504]

Sick of people like clive and charlene white playing the black card all the time.its boring.🥱😫.its only you thats got the problem with it.