Alex Blumberg

Alex Blumberg

Keynote Speaker: Cofounder & CEO of Gimlet Media, Award-winning Journalist, Emmy Winner

Alex Blumberg Biography

Alex Blumberg is the cofounder and CEO of Gimlet Media, a company renowned for producing popular podcasts such as "StartUp," "Reply All," and "Homecoming." Before establishing Gimlet, he had an extensive career in radio journalism, contributing significantly as a producer on "This American Life" and co-founding the influential "Planet Money" podcast at NPR. Additionally, Blumberg played a pivotal role in the television adaptation of "This American Life," which aired on Showtime and garnered three Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Nonfiction Series.

Blumberg's documentary projects have always tackled diverse and engaging topics, ranging from life on a US aircraft carrier to prisoners staging a production of "Hamlet." His storytelling prowess and commitment to impactful journalism have earned him numerous awards, including the Polk, the duPont-Columbia, and the Peabody. His acclaimed work, "The Giant Pool of Money," which addresses the housing crisis, has been recognized as one of the past decade’s top ten works of journalism by the Arthur L. Carter School of Journalism and New York University.

Residing in Brooklyn, NY, with his wife and two children, Blumberg continues to influence the media landscape not only through his podcasts but also through appearances on television programs such as "Meet the Press," "Bloomberg News," and "The Colbert Show." He holds a BA in Political Science and Government from Oberlin College.

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Alex Blumberg Videos

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What topics does Alex Blumberg speak about?

Alex Blumberg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Broadcasting, Podcast Hosts, Storytelling, Journalism, Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Business and Modern Media.

Where does Alex Blumberg travel from?

Alex Blumberg generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Alex Blumberg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Broadcasting, Podcast Hosts and Storytelling. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Alex Blumberg generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Arlan Hamilton, Jennifer Hyman and Melanie Whelan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Alex Blumberg for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Alex Blumberg Videos

Alex Blumberg of Gimlet Media
Power Your Podcast with Storytelling with Alex Blumberg (Official ...

Alex Blumberg Reviews

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    RampUp - Sep 26 2019

  • How do I book Alex Blumberg to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Alex Blumberg for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Alex Blumberg, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Alex Blumberg or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Alex Blumberg for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Alex Blumberg, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Alex Blumberg, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Alex Blumberg speak about?

    Alex Blumberg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Broadcasting, Podcast Hosts, Storytelling, Journalism, Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Business and Modern Media.
  • Where does Alex Blumberg travel from?

    Alex Blumberg generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Alex Blumberg?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Alex Blumberg for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Alex Blumberg for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Alex Blumberg or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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