David Leigh is a renowned author, investigative journalist, lecturer, and media personality. Born in 1946, David's writing career spans over several decades, and his contribution to investigative journalism is widely recognized across the world.

David is best known as the author of "WikiLeaks: Inside Julian Assange's War on Secrecy." The book chronicles his experience working with the famous whistleblower Julian Assange, who he met through the Guardian newspaper. David was one of the journalists who worked on the Manning leaks, which revealed classified information about the conduct of the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. He played a major role in the publication of the cables, which exposed the extent of American diplomatic and military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.

David has also worked on other notable projects, including exposing the machinations of Rupert Murdoch's News International in the phone-hacking scandal. His work has been recognized by several awards, including the Granada Television award for Ill Later Than We Think, the Golden Nymph award for The Truth About Killer Dinosaurs, and the British Journalism Review's Journalist of the Year award.

David is also an experienced lecturer and public speaker. He has taught at universities in the UK and the United States, including Columbia University's School of Journalism, the University of Essex, and City University. He is a sought-after public speaker and has addressed audiences across the world, including at the Frontline Club, the O'Reilly Foundation, and the Edinburgh International Book Festival, where he was a keynote speaker in 2012.

David's extensive experience and expertise in investigative journalism make him a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of today's media landscape. His passion for the truth, his willingness to stand up to power, and his commitment to holding those in power accountable, make him an inspirational figure for journalists and readers alike.