Multimedia Journalist & Podcast Host; Director of Audio at The San Francisco Standard; Creator of "Life in Seven Songs"; Expert in Audio Storytelling

San Francisco, CA, USA
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Sophie Bearman Biography

Sophie Bearman is a multimedia journalist and podcast host, serving as the director of audio at The San Francisco Standard. Bearman is the creator and host of "Life in Seven Songs," a podcast that explores the lives of notable figures through the music that has influenced them. The show has featured guests such as San Francisco Mayor London Breed, architect Norman Foster, and former U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich, offering listeners insights into the personal and professional experiences of these individuals.

Bearman's career includes leadership of The Standard’s multimedia division, where she oversaw video, photo, and social teams. Her experience spans major media organizations, including CNBC, Jigsaw Productions, and TheStreet, with coverage focused on business, technology, and culture. She co-created the investigative podcast "Admissible: Shreds of Evidence," which contributed to legislative change and funding for the review of wrongful convictions in Virginia.

Bearman holds degrees from Harvard University and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. She is recognized for her expertise in audio storytelling and audience engagement. Bearman has appeared as a speaker and workshop leader at events such as Aspen Ideas Festival and other industry gatherings, reflecting her role in podcasting and journalism. Her work emphasizes elevating diverse voices and crafting stories that connect with both local and global audiences.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/19/2025.

Sophie Bearman Videos

Live Podcast Interview at Aspen | Sophie Bearman

Live Podcast Interview at Aspen | Sophie Bearman

In this live episode of Life in Seven Songs, recorded at the 2025 Aspen Ideas Festival, NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly sits down with host Sophie Bearman...

Podcast Workshop at KQED | Sophie Bearman

Podcast Workshop at KQED | Sophie Bearman

Host Sophie Bearman discusses the making of SF Standard's interview podcast featuring well-known individuals and the music that shaped them. In this...

Interview on Young Entrepreneurship | Sophie Bearman

Interview on Young Entrepreneurship | Sophie Bearman

WATCH LIVE: Pro Football Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott joins us to talk about Gov. Newsom's new Advisory Council aimed at promoting health and wellness...

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