Ever wonder what really goes down behind the scenes in American journalism, and what it costs to speak your truth? Recently I sat down with powerhouse journalist THE AMAZING Brooke Baldwin: Emmy-nominated former CNN anchor, bestselling author, and creator of the viral Substack, Unraveling. Together, we get straight into the seismic shifts ripping through newsrooms and society right now, from the headline-grabbing arrest of Don Lemon (she goes OFF on this!) and the future of independent journalism, to the toxic aftermath of power dynamics in the media.

Brooke brings her signature compassion and grit, sharing unfiltered stories about healing after her unceremonious CNN exit, reclaiming her voice, and what it actually means to cover humanity at the breakneck pace of breaking news. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the daily news cycle, struggled to find trustworthy sources, or wondered how to make a difference when it feels risky, this episode is for you. We talk about nervous system overload, why media literacy matters, and the messy, beautiful process of personal and cultural unraveling. This conversation isn’t afraid to call out BS, laugh through the chaos, and empower you to find connection in the middle of it all.

We talk about:

• Don Lemon’s Arrest and Freedom of the Press

• The Evolution and Future of News Networks

• Humanity-Centered Storytelling in Breaking News

• Misogyny and Power Dynamics in Media

• Personal Identity, Rebirth, and Healing

• Navigating Media Trust and Misinformation

• Self-Compassion, Resilience, and Connection

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Don Lemon Arrested

• 04:28 Rebuilding and Rediscovering Purpose

• 07:49 Humanity in Fast-Paced Journalism

• 12:31 Defining Moment: Finding My Voice

• 14:07 Destined for Greater Purpose

• 18:04 Kaitlin Collins: journalism

• 21:46 Lessons from Leaving CNN

• 24:03 Trust, Safety, and Politics

• 27:34 Social Media: Break or Stay?

• 34:42 Balancing News and Wellbeing

• 41:23 Listening to Your Higher Self

• 44:50 Gratitude for Vulnerability and Connection

Rather watch on YouTube? https://youtu.be/jKCFj70dUgU

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