Carl Bernstein

Carl Bernstein

Keynote Speaker: Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist, Author & Political Analyst

Carl Bernstein Biography

Few journalists have had the impact on history and their craft as Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Carl Bernstein. From uncovering the Watergate scandal with Bob Woodward to writing about national and international affairs for half a century, Bernstein’s books, reporting and commentary have revealed the hidden workings of government and politics around the world.

Bernstein’s important on-air reporting and commentary on Donald Trump for CNN has been widely recognized for continuing the kind of work he and Bob Woodward pioneered during the Nixon presidency.

In 1973, Woodward and Bernstein were awarded the Pulitzer Prize for their Watergate coverage at The Washington Post, leading to the resignation of President Richard Nixon and setting new standards for investigative journalism. The pair went on to write two classic best-sellers: "All the President’s Men" (also a movie starring Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman); and "The Final Days", chronicling the end of the Nixon presidency.

Bernstein’s recently released book, Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom, became an instant New York Times bestseller, receiving extraordinary attention and praise in reviews throughout the United States and Europe. In it, Bernstein recounts his earliest days in journalism at the Washington Evening Star newspaper, where he began his career during the Kennedy era as a 16-year-old copyboy. The roots of his Watergate reporting can be seen in this remarkable apprenticeship as a teenage reporter in the nation’s capital.

Bernstein’s other best-selling books demonstrate his unique range as a journalist: "Loyalties: A Son’s Memoir", about his family’s experiences in the McCarthy era; "His Holiness: Pope John Paul II" and "The History of Our Time" – a biography of Pope John Paul II – that revealed the Pope’s pivotal role in the fall of communism; and "A Woman in Charge: The Life of Hillary Rodham Clinton", acclaimed as the definitive biography on the subject.

His magazine articles have appeared in Time, USA Today, Rolling Stone and The New Republic. From 1999-2001, Bernstein served as editor and executive vice president of Voter.com, a pioneering website that Forbes named the best political site on the internet. He has worked as Washington bureau chief and correspondent for ABC News; and, while at the Washington Post, was also a part-time rock critic.

Bernstein lives in New York with his wife and is the father of two sons, Jacob Bernstein, a reporter for the New York Times; and Max Bernstein, who plays guitar for Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus.

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Carl Bernstein Videos

Carl Bernstein: Trump unconcerned policies undermine the US
Carl Bernstein: Trump helped Putin destabilize US
Carl Bernstein Lectures at the Daniel Pearl Journalism Institute

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Carl Bernstein is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Diversity & Inclusion, College, Faith & Religion, Finance, Philosophy, Journalism, Inspirational, Social Media, Technology, Marketing, Political, Social Justice, Commencement, Geopolitics, History, Jewish Heritage and Government.

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Carl Bernstein is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Diversity & Inclusion and College. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Carl Bernstein 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 Bob Woodward, Van Jones and Ian Bremmer. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Carl Bernstein for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/10/2024.

Carl Bernstein Videos

Carl Bernstein: Trump unconcerned policies undermine the US
Carl Bernstein: Trump helped Putin destabilize US
Carl Bernstein Lectures at the Daniel Pearl Journalism Institute
Carl Bernstein: "My Life As..."

Carl Bernstein Reviews

  • Southern Adventist University - Jan 15 2023

  • Thank you very much for participating in this year’s Media For Freedom Summit. This combination of first-hand accounts and experts’ insights, this mix of emotions and data, was exactly what we need to change the mindset of sceptics and convince the general public and lawmakers to remove barriers to press freedom. I’m convinced we have made a big step in this direction. We have received many positive emotional reviews from the guests of our invitation-only event with Carl Bernstein, as well as a significant number of viewers that watched Carl speak live on Poland’s No. 1 news site -- 418,292 unique users watched his keynote speech. People do care.
    Ringier Axel Springer Polska Sp. z o.o. - Mar 02 2022

  • Overall I enjoyed working with the AAE team and Carl!
    Web Shield Limited - Dec 05 2018

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  • How do I book Carl Bernstein to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Carl Bernstein 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 Carl Bernstein, 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 Carl Bernstein or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Carl Bernstein for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Carl Bernstein, 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 Carl Bernstein, 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 Carl Bernstein speak about?

    Carl Bernstein is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Diversity & Inclusion, College, Faith & Religion, Finance, Philosophy, Journalism, Inspirational, Social Media, Technology, Marketing, Political, Social Justice, Commencement, Geopolitics, History, Jewish Heritage and Government.
  • Where does Carl Bernstein travel from?

    Carl Bernstein 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 Carl Bernstein?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Carl Bernstein 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 Carl Bernstein 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 Carl Bernstein 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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