Marcel Ghanem

Marcel Ghanem
Marcel Ghanem in 2020
Born1964 (age 59–60)
NationalityLebanese
OccupationTV journalism
Years active1991–present
Known forHost of Kalam AL NASS, Sar El wa2et

Marcel Ghanem (Arabic: مارسيل غانم) (born 1964) is a Lebanese journalist known for hosting popular political talk shows, including "Kalam El-Nas" (Arabic: كلام الناس) and currently "Sar el Waqt" (Arabic: صار الوقت).[1][2] While popular, Ghanem's career has been marked by accusations of promoting misinformation and alleged bias in coverage, which critics argue contributes to polarized public opinion in Lebanon.[3]

Some observers claim his platform has been used to disseminate divisive narratives that cater to specific political interests, thus affecting his public image and making him one of the most contentious figures in Lebanese journalism. These practices, according to critics, have contributed to his reputation as " the most hated man in Lebanon " reflecting broader concerns about media ethics and hate speech in the country.[4]

  1. ^ "Marcel Ghanem's Kalam el Nass interviews Lebanese Australians at the University of Sydney". March 15, 2010.
  2. ^ "Marcel Ghanem". fanoos.com.
  3. ^ "How Hate Speech is Harming Journalism in Lebanon". Ethical Journalism Network. Retrieved 2024-10-26.
  4. ^ "Ethical Journalism Network Report". Ethical Journalism Network. Retrieved 2024-10-26.