Huw Edwards: podcast appearances and interviews

Huw Edwards, born on August 18, 1961, is a Welsh former news presenter known for his extensive work with BBC News. He served as the lead presenter of BBC News at Ten from 2003 until 2023 and was involved in covering a wide range of significant events, including state and international affairs. Edwards also presented on various BBC News programs such as BBC News at Six, BBC News at One, BBC Weekend News, and BBC News at Five, which he hosted from 2006 until 2020. His expertise extended to presenting coverage of major royal events, including the announcement and coverage of the death and state funeral of Elizabeth II and the coronation of Charles III and Camilla. He was also the lead presenter during the 2019 general election. In July 2023, Edwards was suspended by the BBC following allegations of sexual misconduct reported by The Sun. Subsequent investigations by South Wales Police and the Metropolitan Police found no evidence of criminal conduct. Following his suspension, Edwards was hospitalized with depression and resigned from the BBC in April 2024. In 2024, he pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children received during online chats. He was sentenced to a six-month suspended jail sentence and was placed on the sex offenders' register.