Turning Point with Priya Sam

Global National's weekend anchor Farah Nasser on prioritizing mental health

November 17, 2022 Priya Sam Season 3 Episode 52
Global National's weekend anchor Farah Nasser on prioritizing mental health
Turning Point with Priya Sam
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Turning Point with Priya Sam
Global National's weekend anchor Farah Nasser on prioritizing mental health
Nov 17, 2022 Season 3 Episode 52
Priya Sam

Farah Nasser was named Global National's weekend anchor in June, 2022. Shortly before that she was co-anchor of Global Toronto's 6:00 news. Towards the end of her time at Global Toronto, Farah ended up taking a leave of absence. She spent a large part of it going to therapy and unpacking her past including the death of her son. 

In this episode, Farah opens up about her mental health journey and taking the time to do intense therapy that changed her life. You'll also hear stories from her career including how she got her first job and more about her new role on the national stage. 


Show Notes

Farah Nasser was named Global National's weekend anchor in June, 2022. Shortly before that she was co-anchor of Global Toronto's 6:00 news. Towards the end of her time at Global Toronto, Farah ended up taking a leave of absence. She spent a large part of it going to therapy and unpacking her past including the death of her son. 

In this episode, Farah opens up about her mental health journey and taking the time to do intense therapy that changed her life. You'll also hear stories from her career including how she got her first job and more about her new role on the national stage.