"Back Story" is a CBC News production that pulls back the curtain on major global events through the firsthand accounts of journalists and correspondents who covered them. Blending investigative journalism with personal narrative, each episode dives deep into a single pivotal moment—ranging from Olympic triumphs and tragedies to historic terrorist attacks—told through intimate, behind-the-scenes storytelling. Episodes like the exploration of Mark Tewksbury's 1992 Olympic journey, Chantal Petitclerc's Paralympic rise, and the harrowing account of the 1972 Munich Massacre showcase a recurring theme of resilience, courage, and the human stories behind headline news. The tone is reflective, emotionally resonant, and journalistically rigorous, appealing to listeners interested in sports history, world events, and the personal cost of reporting from the front lines. Ideal for fans of narrative journalism, true crime-adjacent storytelling, and sports documentaries, "Back Story" offers a unique lens on how news is made and experienced by both subjects and reporters alike.
"Back Story" is a CBC News production that pulls back the curtain on major global events through the firsthand accounts of journalists and correspondents who covered them. Blending investigative journalism with personal narrative, each episode dives deep into a single pivotal moment—ranging from Olympic triumphs and tragedies to historic terrorist attacks—told through intimate, behind-the-scenes storytelling. Episodes like the exploration of Mark Tewksbury's 1992 Olympic journey, Chantal Petitclerc's Paralympic rise, and the harrowing account of the 1972 Munich Massacre showcase a recurring theme of resilience, courage, and the human stories behind headline news. The tone is reflective, emotionally resonant, and journalistically rigorous, appealing to listeners interested in sports history, world events, and the personal cost of reporting from the front lines. Ideal for fans of narrative journalism, true crime-adjacent storytelling, and sports documentaries, "Back Story" offers a unique lens on how news is made and experienced by both subjects and reporters alike.
