Emily Maitlis

Emily Maitlis is one of the most distinguished figures in contemporary British journalism, currently leading the chart-topping daily podcast The News Agents and its international counterpart, The News Agents USA. Previously a lead presenter on the BBC flagship programme Newsnight, she has spent decades at the forefront of political reporting. Her career is defined by her interrogative skill, having interviewed six UK Prime Ministers and world leaders including Bill Clinton and Donald Trump. She gained global acclaim for her historic sit-down interview with Prince Andrew, an event subsequently dramatised in the Netflix film Scoop and explored in the documentary The Problem Prince. Beyond the studio, Emily is an accomplished author of the Sunday Times bestseller Airhead: An Exploration of the Imperfect Art of Making News and has contributed to major publications such as The Guardian, The Spectator, and The New Statesman. In 2022, she delivered the prestigious James MacTaggart Memorial Lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival, where she provided a rigorous critique of the challenges facing modern impartial reporting. Recognised by GQ as one of Britain’s most influential individuals, her work has been honoured with multiple accolades, including Gold at the British Podcast Awards. Known for her ability to dissect complex geopolitical shifts with clarity and wit, Emily is a premier choice for audiences seeking an expert perspective on the current political landscape. Her presence brings a combination of high-level authority and engaging storytelling to any event or keynote session. On stage, Emily Maitlis is best known for talks on Politics & Geopolitics. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Emily Maitlis is regularly booked for Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Emily Maitlis would approach your audience.