John Hockenberry

Date of Birth: June 4, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

John Charles Hockenberry is an American journalist and author known for his dynamic career in radio, television, and print journalism. Born in Dayton, Ohio, Hockenberry grew up in New York and Michigan. He attended the University of Chicago and graduated with a degree in Political Science. Hockenberry’s career began in earnest when he joined National Public Radio (NPR) in 1980, where he quickly made a name for himself through his compelling and often hard-hitting investigative reporting. Hockenberry’s work at NPR included covering significant events such as the Iranian Revolution, the Gulf War, and the fall of the Berlin Wall. He later became a correspondent for ABC News and NBC News, where he continued to cover major global events. Hockenberry is perhaps best known for his work on the public radio program “The Infinite Mind” and for hosting the groundbreaking show “The Takeaway” on WNYC. In addition to his broadcasting career, Hockenberry has written for publications such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Wired. He has also authored several books, including his memoir “Moving Violations: War Zones, Wheelchairs, and Declarations of Independence,” which chronicles his life and career, including his experience of becoming paralyzed from the chest down following a car accident at the age of 19.

5 Interesting Facts about John Hockenberry

1. John Hockenberry was paralyzed from the chest down at the age of 19 due to a car accident.

2. He has won four Emmy Awards, four Peabody Awards, and an Edward R. Murrow Award for his journalism.

3. Hockenberry was one of the first journalists to report on the impact of the AIDS crisis in the 1980s.

4. He has been a Distinguished Fellow at the MIT Media Lab.

5. Hockenberry is an advocate for disability rights and has spoken extensively on the subject.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Hockenberry

1. “The world is full of people who have never, since childhood, met an open doorway with an open mind.”

2. “Journalism is about results. It’s about affecting your community or your society in the most progressive way.”

3. “The best stories are the ones that make you feel something.”

4. “We are all better off when we know each other, when we see each other’s humanity.”

5. “Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass, but about learning how to dance in the rain.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

John Hockenberry’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.

Children

John Hockenberry is married to Alison Craiglow, and together they have five children. Their children include Zoe, Olivia, Regan, and Zachary Hockenberry.