News Expert: Media is in the Toilet, with Connie Chung

[@cherseattle]

ICON!! (57 here, Connie was everything to me growing up)

[@M1N1Girl007]

Me too (49) ! My Dad and I every night we'd watch the news and watch Tom Brokow also! Connie looks great!!

[@maryb6328]

Count me in too! 57 as well & the news was on every day. It was part of our schedule & I am so thankful.

[@mack.s8494]

Ms Connie is the definition of Goat

[@MayimBialik]

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[@mack.s8494]

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[@louisbonilla6780]

Mayim when you declared Connie Chung as a "Voice of reason and neutrality". I could see the light in her eyes beaming - truly a wonderful moment - I always enjoyed her newscasting and her dry with - a really great episode ❤

[@MayimBialik]

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[@Pronchick1]

Thank you Connie Chung for your strength, your leadership, your compassion and your willingness to share your truth. Thank you Mayim and Jonathan for another thoroughly delightful and inspiring interview. 💗👏🏻🤓💗

[@MayimBialik]

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[@vargasfamily282]

Thank you for this deep conversation with Connie Chung. I admire her even more than I did before learning about her real life. ⭐️

[@DixieC-vj2sg]

Connie Chung! I grew up watching her. She's great to listen to here, insightful and very articulate.

[@stacyscooby8488]

Connie is a legend. My cousin Connie is named after her . She made a huge impact in my family. Thank you. Your videos are amazing.

[@RaymondHng]

I wonder how many guys were named _Conrad_ after her.

[@laburks]

I worked on a project with Maury and got to meet Connie (double thrill!) and she was so kind and supportive to all involved AND gave me several compliments on what a great job I was doing. ❤️❤️❤️ Love her for so many reasons! I'm 63, I can't remember a time without her. Thank you for this wonderful interview! ❤️

[@happynjoyousnfree]

OMG what a lovely discussion! I'm 62 and remember the misogynistic society i was born into. I never thought about how remarkable Connie Chung's accomplishments were until now. Just loved learning more about her and i was in tears at the end. Thank you so much ❤

[@Mom2MrBabyHaikin]

Current situation and generation leaves much to be desire too! Connie is amazing...!

[@bunjijumper5345]

You have no idea what misogony is! I grew up in Algeria under the thumb of Islam. My own brother was killed by my own family for being gay. The Muslim world is misognistic. The west favors women.

[@happynjoyousnfree]

@bunjijumper5345 I'm so sorry ❤️ I would never argue that the history of the west's treatment of women is comparable to the oppression and abuse in other parts of the world. I'm thankful it's gotten better here but yes of course it is and has been much worse elsewhere.

[@midlifemom5829]

Thank you so much Mayim! Wonderful interview and excellent questions! So sad that ethical, accurate , unbiased journalism is long gone. There should be a journalism program that follows and honors the integrity our true icon journalists: Chung, Cronkite, Jennings, etc. i too can barely read or watch the news.

[@BarbElton]

Love this interview ~ Connie was always a dependable news writer/presenter. Appreciate listening to Jonathan and Connie discuss realities of loss of neutrality. I think we need to commit and strive for presentation of the facts, first.

[@Golgibaby]

Much gratitude and mahalo for this conversation to document a context in time. Thank you both of you!

[@Hey_Damj]

I have never moved so fast to purchase a memoir in my life! Mayim, you absolutely bring out the best in your guests.

[@MayimBialik]

Thanks for sharing and for being here! 🫶🧠

[@MeredithBlackthorn]

This was posted 3 hours after I was telling my friend about how Connie Chung was an idol of mine growing up in the 1980s! I found her to be the most professional, respectable and inspiring women and loved her for it. Now at 44, I love her even more.

[@victoriaburkhardt9974]

It’s so good to see Connie Chung. She’s wonderful. Thanks to you both for this interesting interview.

[@nemomonteflores3890]

So glad you had convo with Connie. May many understand that positive change ain’t easy but necessary. And one needs courage. Like Connie.

[@MayimBialik]

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[@mariemay444]

What a profound interview, Connie! You have inspired and continue to inspire generations of women! I cling to your words as they are a blanket of comfort to me.

[@MichiaMakes]

An interview or even a conversation with Connie Chung is the dream of a lifetime ❤. The questions and topics you brought to this discussion were incredibly important. I would be speechless in her presence. I love that she brought up her friendship with Leslie Stahl. I frequently rewatch your videos, but this one will get watched daily for some time.

[@AnneLeighton]

beautiful work. Do another interview with her. I'm an Eurasian woman, and grew up when Connie and other news women, including Rita Sands, were working. I love the human voice and determination to hear and present both sides of the story.

[@cherylstevens9665]

I like how this topic was finally addressed. I wonder even though she never mentioned anyone in particular if she actually sees who is being villainized by the mainstream media.

[@tinalaplaca6638]

Connie did good for herself and l'm so proud of her. She's a perfect example, we can have it all....

[@roxannameza390]

This episode was really really good. Was hoping for part 2...so much to know about Connie and her era.

[@michellecostley7878]

I am old enough to remember Nancy Dickerson and some others but Connie stood out! What a delightful interview. I was there for Watergate and laughed when the venerated journalist spoke about about having to stake out for stories. One time Helen Thomas was eavesdropping on my bf (who worked at the White House} and me while we rode on the Metro and I felt like a star. Great memories.

[@earnestlanguage4242]

this is sooooo cool. I didn't have a tv growing up in the 80's, but I still knew Connie Chung. I wanted to be her in an "important people in history" school event, but I wasn't Asian, so I thought I couldn't. So I was Joan of Arc instead. I related to the feeling of wanting to be in male-dominated spaces and compete. I didn't even know anything about her, but I got a Joan of Arc feeling from seeing her speak briefly on the news.

[@CarmillaFenwick]

Such a great show. Chung is one of the best ever in her field😊

[@MayimBialik]

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[@marisamartinezolivera]

Being Europian and living in Europe, I didn’t knew Connie Chung before. What an amazing and extraordinaire woman! And being my age in the middle of hers and Mayim, and my proffession when I began a very masculinized one I fully agree with them both about what’s “feminism”. Curiously, I’ve ended being the boss of a very masculinized big team with almost no women..but directed in a very feminine way. Another fabulous episode to watch and re-watch! Thank you!!!

[@lancewalker2595]

How can a team be both "masculinized" and yet be "directed in a very feminine way"? What exactly do you mean by these terms? It is so often presumed by insecure women that what "masculine" means is misogyny and violence or something... which is hardly an accurate characterization of anything like a functional and productive social hierarchy. Do you imagine that the "masculine" standards are ubiquitously negative?

[@marisamartinezolivera]

@@lancewalker2595 Masculinized meant that when I gwt the direction they came of a way of directing teams mostly of men and all men there. As I get the direction, I introduce more high proffessional women at the team, and directed them in very different way, as women use to do. Have a nice day.

[@justinacarothers2699]

Connie Chung, You are On my personal list of women I look up to in life as a strong woman. Thank you for being You ! I am the oldest of 9 kids. The oldest child, especially females, hold a very different position in the family dynamic compared to the younger children. I very often was told, "Well Aren't you the little Connie Chung."or "Do you think you are Barbra Walter's or something?" It was meant to be a slash at my self-esteem. However, over time I realized I was being compared to some really Strong, well spoken, in your face with the truth & hard hitting women. I don't think those are bad qualities.They are to be commended & revered. I was very aware of the things going on in the world around me growing up. And subsequently did not fit in with the girly girls around me. Or even the boys for that matter. I worked many years in my states Legislature in multiple positions. From Page, runner, information clerk, secretary, to Bills clerk. I was able to interact with some very interesting, influential people along multiple party lines. I was bless to meet my Biggest hero Sandra Day O'Conner & was not let down in any way in doing so. I have had many lovely conversations with people like Gabby Gifford in her early career. Incounters with Brewer (the squarpion queen), & the bee hived Rose Mofferd. As well as some very odd interactions with people like Sinama 😮. Someone I say to keep a look out for in higher branch of government in the future is Kimberly Yee, Az State Treasurer. PS Was A Blossom & Joey fan growing up too.

[@aislingbooks]

What a wonderful interview with Connie Chung - exactly, exactly, exactly - she says it all so wonderfully, this CBS news correspondent who I grew up admiring. And I just ordered 'Connie a memoir' on my eReader. Thank you so much, Connie, for just being who you were and are all these years of inspiring women like me, who've been climbing and falling and climbing again the shaky ladder of professionalism. In my case, it was years of being adjunct faculty in a world subjected to the hiring and firing power of the 'good ol' boys club' even into the 1980s and 1990s. And still to this day, but in a lesser degree of toleration.

[@Blessedmommyuv4]

I loved this interview so much! As a woman of your age, Mayim, I too grew up watching Connie Chung. She definitely paved the way & set precedence for women in journalism. Thank you! Maybe you can get Maury next? Would love to hear from him too! They are great icons of our childhood.

[@MayimBialik]

My dream!! 😫

[@HeyJude8331]

I adore Connie Chung!!

[@iwnunn7999]

Connie impresses me to no end. Love your podcast but haven't watched a full episode in awhile but this one captivated me.

[@MayimBialik]

This one is a GREAT one to come back for!! 🙌

[@joannamoore9772]

Love Connie Chung! That picture she shared on the back of the book was perfect too 😂

[@MayimBialik]

That photo is EVERYTHING!! 🔥💪

[@hollylewis5302]

Connie Chung. #Queen Thank you for your outstanding work! xo

[@captainbanana1831]

Love love love this lady!!!!

[@lauraestrada7279]

Connie Chung and Ann Martin were my fave tv anchors growing up in L.A. in the 80s.

[@mary4wild235]

Just seeing Connie Chung’s name in the title gave me such a warm, calm feeling. Trust, that’s what it is, belief in the truth of reality. It made me realize how abused by modern news media I feel. ❤

[@Dperk8ball]

Connie is so right, and so are you! I canceled my social media accounts because I want the facts, not opinions. I want to be able to “figure it out.” What, or who’s values align with what I live. I turned 18 and have voted every presidential election over the past many, many years. I can’t watch a debate or convention any more. It’s not facts, it’s just attack the other person(s). Ugh, enough ranting from me. Thank you for BREAKDOWN.

[@williamquigley6857]

Very excited to watch!! Connie looks great. NOW THERE WOULD BE A GREAT PRESIDENT!!

[@leftcoaster67]

Connie is one of the best.

[@DrLisaOden]

I’m reading her book and it is fabulous

[@DiuQuy]

I love her. She's so funny, authentic, and personable. Such an icon and inspiration! ❤

[@cherylmassarelli4699]

Great interview. Love Connie and I’m her age and know what she’s taking about. Mayim is always wonderful and she’s my go to- to feel good.

[@christinakoch2738]

Great episode, Mayim! ❤️

[@samsmulders7908]

A wonderful conversation! Excellent questions Mayim! Great new episode ❤

[@orland0110]

Thank you so much for this really great episode with Connie Chung! Much love to you, Mayim! ❤

[@aclem8246]

In days gone by news was not biased like it is today. Straight news. Just the issues. Just the facts. You decide. No slant in the reporting. To put your own opinion into reporting used to be a huge don't do.

[@investorbettor505]

As an independent I really appreciated this conversation

[@michaelcallas9463]

Can I just say for a guy born in 1980 who enjoyed the brilliant Connie Chung AND the one and only Mayim Bialik on TV growing up this episode is H E A V E N! Also, Jonathan, I love you :)

[@jwb52z9]

Dr. Bialik, I'm just about 3 years younger than you, but I also watched A Current Affair as a kid and had no idea they were married for a long time either. I still miss hearing "Until next time, America". I think that if I truly thought zero politicians could ever be trusted and literally everyone is lying, I'd give up entirely. The GOP already almost makes me want to leave the US as it is now.

[@pjtrant]

You go Connie❤

[@intheshell35ify]

The blossom continues to bloom.

[@darrensmith8487]

I could watch you two talk all day long. Great episode.

[@danastonerock9987]

She's awesome ! Great interview! 💜

[@karenswan11]

Love Connie so much! Great interview 😊

[@kimberlygibbons2326]

Connie is the Bomb! 60 here.

[@erikaarnold4780]

I have always though Ms. Chung was just 🔥💫✨🌠 amazing. But realizing how TOUGH she became is just cool. That world back then looked brutal for anyone….but for a woman like Chung….that she didn’t go into work wearing literal head to toe body armor says so much. I have been embracing my femininity these days, but being strong can NEVER go out the window. What is considered strong and brave seems to be relative to our own personal struggles and purpose. Friggin amazing story. I will be thinking about this for a long time. Thanks, ladies!💖

[@ValentineGalindo-lc4uz]

Holy crap! Connie Chung! I'm awestruck! So cool that she was on the pod and great questions. Wow... seriously. WOW

[@MayimBialik]

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[@glenysboyne9639]

I sue to live to watch her every night! Love her so much. Thank you, Mayim, for having her!!!

[@MaxExpatr]

Saw a great painting once by the artist David Baze. Connie Chung was holding a Japanese sword standing there in a pants suit. It was titled "Samurai Connie Chung". This was back around 1980. Vaya con Dios

[@helenwilliams7552]

Great interview.

[@jeaninerobinson964]

Such a great interview: Excellent , thoughtful questions. Bravo

[@joanmurphy2166]

Thanks.

[@Bailey2006a]

Fantastic interview.

[@cherylmassarelli4699]

I’m from Minnesota and say aboutt like you do Johnathan

[@Missa_and_Catula]

I clicked on this video bc (I respect the GREAT Connie Chung AND) I wanted to know where critically minded people are getting their news. I ask y'all here - where do you get your most unbiased news?

[@grizzledgranny4600]

Love you Doc

[@mrs.barbarinaybarra7765]

It was needed hopefully it calms down to less stress news traffic

[@tomlichnofsky.7048]

Connie Chung Is And Was Awesome! 👊😎✊ Really Cool! 👌😆👍🍁🍊🍁🍊

[@MayimBialik]

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[@elishaminor2900]

Great show

[@Omrikai6594]

I would have loved to ask Ms Chung's feelings on her guest appearance in Stephen King's novel 'Insomnia', assuming she is aware of it.

[@NutsZilla]

So true. Media was once respected. Now it is a joke and more often than not, we need to turn to social media and actual investigative journalists who don't work in "the game"

[@raecatlin5062]

❤ fantastic episode you really need to have her back. And have an episode with her and Maury (hope i spelled that right. An d an episode with Maury by himself.

[@meganleigh2863]

Fantastic interview!

[@yashagar4443]

Loved this

[@CreativeArtandEnergy]

I love this interview ❤

[@MajorMonkeytoes]

God Bless Connie Chung! I too miss the days when we would watch Walter Cronkite every evening and he would say, "And that's the way it is" and sign off and leave us to form our own opinions. Today we constantly have others' opinions shoved down our throats--it's not news anymore. Maybe someday we'll return to that? A girl can dream.

[@ediesthriftique4163]

Great Interview!!!

[@MayimBialik]

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[@alankemp6631]

Love the mix of interview personalities

[@markmccumsey2017]

I remember when Connie Chung and Maury Povich anchored the Channel 2 News together at KNXT, now KCBS 2 in Los Angeles.

[@HostileTakeover555]

So interesting. I’ve always had a ton of respect for her, knew she was tough but never knowing her story or background.

[@ratedrachel3670]

@@HostileTakeover555 why would you know it? She is a system disruptor. You just sat on the conveyor belt being told who you were and thinking you did the damn thing. You'd never relate to someone so cool as Connie. She put in the work and is the shiii*t you just are sh*t HA

[@HostileTakeover555]

⁠@@ratedrachel3670 Excuse me? As a female, I grew up watching Connie Chung as an inspiration and it was wonderful to watch a powerful woman being so poised and confident and a very male dominated industry and contributed to the success I’ve had in my industry. Please take your creepy aggression elsewhere.

[@ratedrachel3670]

@@HostileTakeover555 I stopped reading after "as a female" so shh go be a female and make me food I'm hungry. You want to blow the patriarchy well get to sucking babe. I'm allowed to relate to MY experience so come to my yard and you get told whats up. You're a fool on the internet who needed my acknowledgement because you know you have nothing. Connie would spit on you so would I. Now go bask in your ignorance cause u picked the wrong one prop!

[@rykersmimi]

​@HostileTakeover555 what creepy aggression are you referring too?? The original post was nothing creepy or bad about Connie Chung. Maybe your reply was meant for another comment?!

[@helenwilliams7552]

​@@rykersmimiOr maybe RatedRachel deleted their comment?

[@Barb5865]

Great interview!

[@miabuz]

First what an Iconic woman. Second I haven’t watched the news in years because it is all editorial now. No one just covers the national and world NEWS anymore. They try to pass it off as news but it is 24 hours editorial pep rally for whatever side you’re watching.

[@laurascorner-f1m]

On a completely unrelated note.... Mayim how did you deal with writing so many papers in college 😂 I've written more in these 2 years than high-school! Great video and I deeply admire Connie! Wonderful questions. It saddens me to see how far gone unbiased journalism is. Connie is definitely a rare gem in the world of journalism alone,let alone the influence she had on so many people. They say Kris Jenner outworks the devil, well Connie's out worked the devil and Kris! ❤❤

[@TheArtsandSciences]

Wow. Great interview. AUDIO BOOK is available!! And it's on Libby. I'm 22nd in line.

[@TWBarb]

Oooh, tell the listeners to also adjust their notifications to ALL so they get your most up to date podcasts!! ❤❤❤❤

[@JeffreyTappan-bb8rr]

Are subscriptions free or is that a fee?

[@kishgrant4078]

Free, just tap the "subscribe" button.

[@lyndsaybrown8471]

Always been intrigued by the rise of yellow journalism. First learned the term in high school, a mere eon ago, where it was used in reference to Theodore Roosevelt pulling the press's attention to his family life. If i recall correctly, they were entranced by his daughter. Sensationalism has been around for a long time and used as a political tactic to garner or destroy favor. From how Connie puts it, it seems like journalists took their power back for a time, but it's gone back to being a tool by the powerful to keep their power and direct the disempower's attention and energies toward matters of unimportance.

[@ShineOnBenevolentSun]

Neil Postman wrote a book in the 80s that nailed the demise of newsmedia, called 'Amusing Ourselves to Death.' The crux of the issue is that newsmedia ceased to be a loss -leader. It became competitive with streams of revenue instead of participating in good faith, in the social contract of giving some value in exchange for selling the viewers' eyeballs to advertisers. When the advertisers took control and began to determine what news sold, that's when the problems began.

[@carolynharmon7074]

Love Connie Chung

[@MayimBialik]

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[@MaryWallace-wv2bn]

I love that she took on that role!!! P O W ! ! !

[@MaryWallace-wv2bn]

Guys, look closely at the photo she shared with you of her surrounding by all those men. Can you find the old woman and the man staring at her with a beard? Your thoughts now please.

[@Kaixo-Zemouz]

Omg I love that you got BNL to do your intro 😂😂😂 amazing

[@lisazabriskie1237]

@22:17 Connie says she is 78. I would've never guessed that. She is a very beautiful 78 year old woman!

[@connorclouse321]

Why I subscribed to your breakdown, Mayim is because I've been wanting to have a comment chat with you.

[@Chic.Geek75]

I miss Connie!

[@hollyrusso5476]

Politics isn’t about policy anymore. It’s about a popularity contest.

[@KellyBirdybrain]

GOAT!!❤️

[@brentottoson6974]

It was heartbreaking for me when Connie left local LA television and went national. Her and Trisha Toyota were standouts among the anchors and reporters. And Hal Fishman and Jerry Dunphy. And Dallas Raines. Not really, Dallas but what a name for doing weather.

[@RandomFan-l6v]

The music on this podcast sounds like the opening theme song to all in the family. I hope they got the copyright.

[@gerrydooley951]

let me quickly explain that people like Connie helped put it there

[@KarinBornVienna]

As an Air Traffic Controller I can relate. Wrestling your way in a male world is not easy.