Asma Khalid is an American journalist and podcast host for Bbc.
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Best Known For:The television program The Global Story
Breakthrough:Became a signature political voice for NPR as White House Correspondent and core anchor of the NPR Politics Podcast in 2016
10 Quick Facts About Asma Khalid
- Full Name: Asma Khalid
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist and correspondent
- Known For: The television program The Global Story
- Current Role: Podcast host
- Current Employer: BBC
- Gender: Female
- Beats: Politics / Government
- Media Level: International
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
Asma Khalid Age
Asma Khalid's exact age is not publicly confirmed.
Education
Her educational background includes studies at Indiana University Bloomington and University of Cambridge.
- Indiana University Bloomington
- Qualification: Graduate
- University of Cambridge
- Qualification: Graduate Student
Career & Work
Asma Khalid's career includes news and reporting roles with BBC and NPR, a public radio network.
Organization: BBC
Role: Podcast Host
Period: 2025–Present
Details: Washington, DC
Organization: NPR
Role: White House Correspondent
Period: 2016–2025
Details: Washington, DC
Organization: WBUR
Role: Reporter
Period: Prior to 2016
Details: Boston, MA · Reported on regional business, tech futures, and major local breaking news events.
Rise to Fame
Asma Khalid rose to prominence for her role for the podcast The Global Story.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes The Global Story and The NPR Politics Podcast.
- Podcast: The Global Story (Co-Host, 2025-Present) — Daily global news podcast tracking the intersection of international affairs and U.S. politics
- Podcast: The NPR Politics Podcast (Co-Host) — Long-running national election and public policy tracking audio series
Notable Coverage
- U.S. Presidential Elections - NPR - 2020 - Extensively covered the multi-candidate Democratic primary field and Joe Biden's complete presidential run
- Boston Marathon Bombings - WBUR - 2013 - Assigned to the heavy breaking news coverage just weeks after joining the Boston NPR station
Awards & Achievements
- Gracie Award — Excellence in Broadcast Journalism
- Missouri Honor Medal — Distinguished Service in Journalism
Personal Information
- Full Name: Asma Khalid
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Journalist and correspondent
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Place of Birth: Crown Point, IN
Measurements
- Hair Color: Black
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
