Krishnan Guru-Murthy

Krishnan Guru-Murthy is the long-standing, award-winning anchor of Channel 4 News and a prominent face of the international documentary series Unreported World. Since starting his career with the BBC, he has presented a diverse range of programmes including Newsnight and the iconic children's series Newsround. His versatility as a broadcaster is evidenced by his work on The National Lottery Live, the arts showcase East, and groundbreaking live events such as The Autopsy, which featured the first televised public post-mortem. Beyond the newsroom, he is a seasoned moderator of high-level debates covering complex themes from human genetics to the societal influence of reality television. He currently hosts the popular podcast Ways to Change the World, where he engages influential figures in conversations about the transformative ideas shaping modern life. His cultural presence also extends to entertainment, with guest appearances on 8 Out of 10 Cats and Never Mind the Buzzcocks, alongside a role in the film Shaun of the Dead. An authoritative voice on geopolitics and current affairs, he is frequently booked for his ability to navigate sensitive topics with clarity and professional rigour. Audiences value his extensive experience in live broadcasting and his sophisticated understanding of the global political landscape. On stage, Krishnan Guru-Murthy 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. Krishnan Guru-Murthy is regularly booked for Awards Hosts, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Krishnan Guru-Murthy travels internationally for engagements. 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 Krishnan Guru-Murthy would approach your audience.