New Yorkers In Crisis with 9/11 Photojournalist Matthew McDermott

Episode 2 March 03, 2024 00:37:55
New Yorkers In Crisis with 9/11 Photojournalist Matthew McDermott
The New Yorkers Podcast
New Yorkers In Crisis with 9/11 Photojournalist Matthew McDermott

Mar 03 2024 | 00:37:55

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Show Notes

Join Kelly Kopp as he interviews professional photographer Matthew McDermott! Matt focuses his work on humanitarian efforts, conflict, features, portraits and news coverage; nationally as well as internationally.

Kelly and Matt bond over being from Florida, having twins in the family, and working as photographers. Matt talks about his time at The New York Post, covering the tragic events of 911 as they unfolded. He describes one of his most famous photos: a fireman praying at ground zero. Matthew also recounts some of his most vivid stories from his time working with humanitarian aid organizations during the the earthquake in Haiti (2010) and hurricane Katrina (2005).

But above all else; Matthew McDermott is a New Yorker!

Kelly Kopp’s Social Media:
@Newyorkcitykopp

Matthew McDermott’s social Media:
@Mcdermottphotos

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