Dina Temple-Raston

Dina Temple-Raston is a distinguished NPR correspondent who specializes in national security and counter-terrorism. Her insightful reporting is a staple on NPR's various newsmagazines. Since her start at NPR in 2007, her expertise has broadened to include critical matters such as terrorism, the Muslim experience, and systemic racism, making her a vital source for understanding complex issues that impact Americans.

Temple-Raston is also an acclaimed author and the executive producer and host of the podcast “What Were You Thinking: Understanding the Adolescent Brain” from Audible. Her literary works include "A Death in Texas," a profound exploration of racism in America, which the Washington Post recognized as one of its Best Books of 2002. Additionally, she has written "Justice on the Grass," a detailed history of the Rwandan genocide that became a best-seller according to "Foreign Affairs" magazine. Her recent books, "In Defense of Our America" and "The Jihad Next Door," delve into civil liberties and national security. Currently, she is working on a new book that examines adolescent decision-making and the influence of brain science on youth choices.

Temple-Raston's presentations are well-researched, thoughtful, and engaging, spanning a range of topics from national security to neuroscience. Her extensive background, including her time reporting for Bloomberg News, equips her with insights into a variety of current events, encompassing financial and economic news. This diversity of knowledge makes her a valuable and insightful speaker for any audience interested in contemporary issues.