Over the course of my writing career, I’ve been lucky enough to talk to some fascinating people who are doing amazing work across the globe. Here are a few interviewers with influencers who have made an impact on me:
From Sri Lanka to St. Louis to Seattle
Singer-songwriter Bhi Bhiman on the people and places that shape his folksy, all-American sound.
(International Examiner, September 2013)
Tackling Poverty Through Human Rights
An interview with Irene Khan, Amnesty International’s first woman and first Muslim Secretary General.
(International Examiner, December 2009)
Tibet Takes Center Stage
Pico Iyer contemplates his bestseller, The Open Road, and his longtime friendship with the Dalai Lama.
(International Examiner, April 2008)
The Inheritance of Insight
Author Kiran Desai talks about her Booker Prize-winning novel, her inspiration, and her famous mom.
(Third Place Books, May 2007)
An Enduring Diva
A conversation with Madhur Jaffrey, the reigning queen of Indian cuisine and independent cinema.
(Khabar Magazine, January 2007)
The Difficulty of Being Good
Bestselling author, global columnist, and former CEO Gurcharan Das on the trouble with India today.
(Washington South Asia Report, October 2005)
Feel free to contact me if you’d like to access more of my interviews with global influencers.
Shiwani Srivastava 