Lionel Barber: podcast appearances and interviews

Lionel Barber, born on 18 January 1955, is an English journalist best known for his tenure as editor of the Financial Times from 2005 to 2020. Before joining the Financial Times, he worked at The Scotsman and The Sunday Times, beginning his career in journalism in the mid-1980s. During his time at the Financial Times, Barber was recognized for elevating the publication’s journalistic standards and transforming it into a prominent global brand. He played a significant role in navigating the publication through the digital transition, expanding its readership, and overseeing its acquisition by Nikkei. His leadership contributed to the paper’s reputation as a leading source of financial and economic news.