Robert Trout was a distinguished American broadcast news journalist, widely recognized for his work with CBS News. He was famously dubbed the "Iron Man of Radio" for his endurance and ability to ad-lib during long, unscripted broadcasts. Trout is credited with coining the term "fireside chat" to describe President Franklin D. Roosevelt's radio addresses to the nation. His career spanned over six decades, covering major historical events from World War II to the end of the 20th century.