/Literary Arts
Connie Chung: This Is Now with Angie Coiro
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In her new book, Connie: A Memoir, Connie Chung delves into her storied career as the first Asian woman to break into an overwhelmingly white, male-dominated television news industry. Chung pulls no punches as she provides a behind-the-scenes tour of her singular life. From showdowns with powerful men in and out of the newsroom to the stories behind some of her career-defining reporting and the unwavering support of her husband, Maury Povich, nothing is off-limits – good, bad, or ugly. So be sure to tune in for an irreverent and inspiring exclusive: this is CONNIE like you’ve never seen her before.
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Pioneer news anchor and reporter Connie Chung discusses her new book “Connie: A Memoir” with Angie Coiro. The first Asian to anchor any news program in the U.S. and only the second woman to anchor any network evening broadcast in television history (CBS Evening News), Chung provides a behind-the-scenes account of her singular life, from showdowns with powerful men in and out of the newsroom to stories behind some of her career-defining reporting.
Evan Karp
SF/Arts Curator
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Known for its outstanding literary events, knowledgeable staff, and world-class selection, Kepler's has been the intellectual and cultural hub of the community for 65 years