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Caring For Each Other: Standing Up To Racism: A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall


In response to the horrendous circumstances surrounding the death of George Floyd, CNN and Sesame Street are reaching out to young people with another innovative program, Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism. The program airs on Saturday, June 6th at 10:00 AM on CNN. The program hopes to help children and their parents understand and […]

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CNN Hosts A Special Global Town Hall Featuring Alicia Keyes


I have been a huge fan of CNN’s weekly town halls addressing the concerns surrounding Covid-19 Co-hosted by Anderson Cooper and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, these town halls have been vastly informative and reassuring. Viewers are encouraged to submit their own questions and many of the questions asked have acknowledged and clarified some of my own. […]

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CNN’s Phenomenal Documentary Of Apollo 11 Premieres Sunday, June 23rd


Picture Credit: CNN.COM Fifty Years! Can you believe it? Fifty years. Where did the time go? I happened to be alive and celebratory when Apollo 11 landed on the moon. In fact – I was preparing for my wedding a couple of weeks away and the Apollo 11 moon landing propelled the festive excitement to […]

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R.I.P.: Music Legend Aretha Franklin Dies At The Age Of 76


Today is a sad day. Aretha Franklin, Queen Of Soul, is dead at the age of 76 of pancreatic cancer. And, with her passing, we have lost another special and unique legend. I am speechless here and, yet, even though we knew this day would come, it seemed that she was ageless and and everlasting. […]

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CNN Premieres The 2000s With A Look Back At The Platinum Age Of Television


Picture Credit: CNN From executive producers Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman and Mark Herzog, CNN’s Original Series “The 2000s” explores the decade that gave us Facebook, the iPhone and other cultural and political milestones. This 7-part series will focus on the journey of the Millennial Generation, highlighting the technological, political and cultural revolution that inspired a […]

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Champions For Change Feature CNN Anchors And Correspondents Connecting With People Who Are Making A Positive Difference In This World


I thought I would share a special programming event which will be featured on CNN on Saturday, June 23rd at 8:00 PM. If you are a parent, grandparent or guardian searching for positive reinforcement for all that is good and decent in the world, one which you can share with your child or grandchild, then […]

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Remembering The Life Of Anthony Bourdain To Air On CNN


Picture Credit: CNN Please note: The Suicide Prevention hotline is 1-800-273-8255. It is open 24 hours as day. What a sad and disheartening week this has been. Earlier in the week, we first learned that iconic fashion designer Kate Spade died through suicide and, forgive me, I did mean to add an article here on […]

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Ariana Grande And Friends To Stage Benefit Concert For The Victims In The Manchester Terrorist Attack


This just in from CNN:  “(CNN)Ariana Grande has called on her celebrity friends to join forces with her for a benefit concert honoring the victims and families of the Manchester terrorist attack. “One Love Manchester” will take place on June 4 at the Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester. Coldplay, Katy Perry, Pharrell, Justin Bieber, Miley […]

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On The 100th Anniversary Of His Birth, CNN Celebrates JFK And His Legacy


On this Memorial Day, it is time to reflect on the thousands of heroes all over the world who so selflessly gave their lives so that we may be able to live in a free and peaceful society.  Even though our world has become more chaotic and unpredictable than – say – the Sixties (my […]

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CNN Soundtracks: Songs That Defined History Will Feature Billy Joel. 


CNN has developed a new series called Soundtracks: Songs That Defined History.   The 8-part series airs every Thursday on CNN at 10:00 PM.  This week’s episode features Billy Joel and his iconic song New York State Of Mind. This song took on a more poignant meaning after the tragedy of the September 11th terrorist […]

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CNN Heroes: 10th Annual All-Star Tribute Airs Sunday.  


On Sunday, December 11th ar 8:00 PM, CNN will celebrate some of the most inspirational everyday heros from around the world.   Hosted by Anderson Cooper and Kelly Ripa , individuals who have helped to improve the lives of others will have their incredible work narrated to the world.  “CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute is […]

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The First Presidential Debate Between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump Promises To be Epic In Every Way. 


                                          Picture Credit: CNN.Com It may not be the Super Bowl but Monday’s Presidential Debate between former Secretary Of State Hillary Clinton and business man Donald Trump will quite possibly receive Super Bowl ratings. Experts […]

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CNN Airs 9/11: Fifteen Years Later Documentary


 It is difficult to believe that the tragic events of 9/11 happened fifteen years ago.  I can still remember the images vividly and can remember where I was and what I was doing when those images were televised live.  I have been constantly watching CNN since Friday, when a memorial service, attended by family members […]

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CNN’s Brianna Keilar Polishes The Floor With Trump’s Lawyer. #SaysWho


Picture Credit: CNN #SaysMasterClassLady This is Comedy Gold!  On CNN to boot! And it has become a viral sensation and propelled the talented Brianna Keilar into the limelight with her sharp, intuitive yet natural journalistic skills.  Listen, regardless of  what side of the political aisle you waltz around on, you have to admit this is […]

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Christina Aguilera Releases New Single As A Tribute To The Orlando Victims. 


Tonight I heard a newly released single by Christina Aguilera on CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360.  Entitled “Change“, the song played during a CNN video montage of the victims and their families. It tore my heart to pieces. It was gut-wrenching to see these beautiful people ripped from our lives through such a senseless tragedy. And […]

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CNN Special: The Person Who Changed My Life Airs On Sunday


   I would be hard-pressed to single out one person who changed my life. Maybe I was blessed because I was surrounded by positive, life-changing family members and friends who continually encouraged me in my career.  That is not to say that I didn’t encounter negative people and experience frustrating roadblocks  in the course of […]

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First Democratic Presidential Debate Promises To Be A Game Changer. Tune In Now 


   Well, I don’t know what else is on TV tonight, but I am ready and waiting for the first Democratic Presidential Debate to air on CNN.  Here is what you need to know: “The premiere Democratic debate of the 2016 campaign season, sponsored by CNN and Facebook, will kick off at 8:30 p.m. ET […]

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The Second Republican Presidential Debate To Air On CNN. 


   I never thought I would be writing about a Republican Presidential debate and yet – here it is.  This is my rationale – this is an entertainment blog and Republican leadership hopeful Donald Trump has defined this Republican leadership fight as a reality entertainment show. It is quite hilarious, don’t you think? And very […]

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Tune In And Test Your Presidential Knowledge During The CNN Quiz Show


Picture Credit: CNN.COM I look for any excuse to add Anderson Cooper’s charismatic face to my blogging site. I have tremendous respect for his brand of reporting – his humble, yet assertive demeanor makes for an intriguing “watch and listen”. However, truth be told, I admire the collective intelligence and expertise which all the CNN […]

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CNN Heroes: An All Star Tribute Set To Air On December 7th


Picture Credit: CNN CNN will be airing a very special program focusing on the Top 10 Heroes of 2014 on Sunday, December 7th on CNN at 8:00 PM. Popular and revered CNN Journalist, Anderson Cooper, will be hosting this prestigious event. Here is the official press release from CNN: “Celebrity presenters are set to honor […]

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