The Life and Times of Barbara Walters with Susan Page

In this episode, Bill interviews Susan Page, Washington Bureau Chief for USA Today and author of two great biographies of Nancy Pelosi and Barbara Bush about her new book "The Rule Breaker" which explores the life and career of TV journalist Barbara Walters. Page discusses why she chose to write about Walters and highlights her achievements as the first female to break into the male-dominated world of national television. They also discuss Walters' relentless drive and her ability to land big interviews, as well as her impact on women in journalism. The episode concludes with a discussion about Walters' personal life and her legacy as both a journalist and a celebrity. You can buy a copy of her book here.

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