Draft:Carl Azuz

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  • Comment: The Buzzfeed article is one good source, but I'm missing other sufficiently reliable and independent sources to show notability. Distractify/BiographyHost are not sufficiently reliable, and World News Group is a primary source. lizthegrey (talk) 01:09, 4 December 2023 (UTC)

Carl Azuz
Born (1989-08-14) August 14, 1989 (age 34)
NationalityAmerican
Alma materUniversity of Georgia
OccupationJournalist
Years active2001–Present
EmployerWorld News Group
Known forThe World from A to Z Previously the host of CNN 10 (2008-2022)
Websitehttps://worldatoz.org/

Carl Azuz (born August 14, 1989) is an accomplished news and features personality, currently hosting "The World from A to Z" watched by students in over US 15,000 classrooms daily. His new program, launched in September 2023, is intended to be an objective current events show and grounded in biblical truth. 9-minute episodes are published daily on YouTube throughout the school year..[1]

Prior to this, Azuz spent 15 years as the sole anchor and writer for CNN Student News/CNN 10, where he was known for his non-partisan reporting and extensive use of wordplay.[2]

Career

Azuz's career at CNN was marked by his engaging delivery and ability to make complex news topics accessible to a younger audience. In 2023, he left CNN unexpectedly and without public explanation[3]. His departure was so abrupt that many of his fans thought he had passed away suddenly.[4]

Later he started to hosting "The World from A to Z," a show funded by World News Group, known for its commitment to sound journalism grounded in facts and Biblical truth. This program aims to provide news coverage that helps viewers understand global events within a biblical context.

Association with World News Group

World News Group, the organization behind "The World from A to Z,"[5] focuses on producing journalism that combines factual reporting with a Christian worldview. Their work spans print magazines, online articles, and podcast programs, aiming to show how God is at work in the world, regardless of the headlines. They serve a readership and listenership that seeks to understand the news within a biblical framework, believing that true understanding of current events requires this context[6]

Personal Life and Interests

Residing in metro Atlanta with his family, Azuz balances his professional commitments with a variety of personal interests. He is an avid gym-goer, mountain biker, church participant, and enjoys watching classic black-and-white movies.[7]

Legacy and Impact

Through his work on CNN 10 and now on "The World from A to Z," Carl Azuz has become a significant figure in educational journalism. His approach, which blends informative reporting with a touch of humor and engagement, has resonated with students and educators alike. His current role with World News Group allows him to continue delivering news in a way that emphasizes critical thinking and understanding within a Christian framework.

References

  1. ^ "Why did Carl Azuz leave cnn 10". www.distractify.com.
  2. ^ "Carl Azuz | Biography 2021". biographyhost. 2022-04-21. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
  3. ^ Marin, Kate (2023-05-09). "What happened to Carl Azuz? Why he left CNN 10". TheNetline. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
  4. ^ Weekman, Kelsey (2022-10-05). "The Beloved Host Of CNN's Student Show Left And Everyone Freaked Out". BuzzFeed News. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
  5. ^ "World AtoZ Ownership in Privacy Policy". World AtoZ. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
  6. ^ "About WORLD". WORLD. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
  7. ^ Godfrey, Laura. "103rd NCSS Annual Conference". National Council for the Social Studies.