Ramblings of a Burned Out Journalist

On the Silk Road city of Bukhara and its rich Jewish history

Did you know the ancient Silk Road city of Bukhara in Uzbekistan was once home to 23,000 Jews?

Jan 27, 2024 • 

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That time I met the original Aina Khan in Uzbekistan

I've travelled to so many countries, only to find the original "OG" Aina Khan at a silk factory in eastern Uzbekistan.

Jan 21, 2024 • 

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December 2023

On Christmas Day, and finding Christ under the rubble

As a child who grew up in southwest London from the 2000s, church hymns and Christmas carols were a regular feature of school assemblies and nativity…

Dec 25, 2023 • 

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August 2023

A serendipitous meeting with Uzbek zardazi embroidery masters

The fabled gold embroidery practice was once passed down from father to son. Now, Uzbek women are helping preserve the tradition.

Aug 12, 2023 • 

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On finding awe at the mouth of Tugela falls

Standing at the mouth of Tugela falls.

Aug 6, 2023 • 

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April 2023

Welcome to Ramblings of a Burned Out Journalist

Warning: This post contains mentions of journalist burnout, a (slightly bad) T-rex metaphor, and mangoes.

Apr 15, 2023 • 

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March 2023