Mike Jempson

"Interesting but irrelevant" - (Prof) Cedric Watts, 1967

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October 14, 20251 Comment on At home with refugees

At home with refugees

Beware demagogues with dog whistles. My latest contribution to The Bristol Cable

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August 23, 20252 Comments on The world changes but history repeats

The world changes but history repeats

Having addressed the NUJ vigil for media workers killed by the Isreeli forces, I was asked to speak at a Bristol Palestine rally again. I wore a Kneecap balaclava.

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June 3, 2025Leave a Comment on Zoli Mbali – a man with a mission

Zoli Mbali – a man with a mission

Another old friend has passed on; an inspiring, unsung hero from South Africa.

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May 24, 2025Leave a Comment on Hidden in plain sight

Hidden in plain sight

My latest contribution to West of England Bylines; contemporary politics dredge up memories of disturbing events.

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April 22, 2025Leave a Comment on Someday get over the Rainbow

Someday get over the Rainbow

Current controversy over the Supreme Court’s clarification of the meaning of ‘woman’ brought this to mind.

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About Mike

  • ➢ Journalist (40+ years)
  • ➢ Trainer (40+ countries)
  • ➢ Director at MediaWise
  • ➢ Gardener & Grandad

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  • But is it poetry?
  • Journalism
  • Local/labour history
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  • Uncategorized
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Recent Posts

  • At home with refugees
  • An echo of yesteryear – turning Palestine Action supporters into terrorists
  • The world changes but history repeats
  • Journalism can be a dangerous job
  • Palestine Action, Kneecap and Bristol

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