On with Kara Swisher How to Make It in Media with Audie Cornish
Mar 30, 2023
Audie Cornish, former host of NPR’s 'All Things Considered' and now at CNN, discusses her remarkable career journey. She shares her experiences covering Hurricane Katrina and the importance of asking for help. Cornish reflects on the challenges faced during her transition to CNN, including the abrupt shutdown of CNN+. She emphasizes the need for media to evolve and adapt, while also highlighting the chaos at CNN as a potential source of creative energy. This insightful conversation unfolds amidst her recognition at the 2023 Audio Vanguard Award.
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Finding Her Voice
- Audie Cornish doubted the need for another interview podcast when leaving NPR.
- She questioned her unique value, viewing NPR's voice as generic and collective.
Voice and Tone
- Cornish explains her perceived difference in tone between NPR and her current work.
- She attributes her NPR tone to the serious nature of "All Things Considered" and not personal choice.
The Power of Cable News
- Cornish believes in TV's power to shape the national dialogue.
- She aimed to bring her analytical approach and focus on slowing things down to cable news.