Amy Goodman is the longtime host of “Democracy Now!,” an independent TV and radio news show. She tells Errol about what drew her to journalism and how her award-winning show came to life. And she talks about the importance of grassroots political journalism and why bringing stories of alternative voices is vital for maintaining a healthy democracy and ultimately, peace.

Goodman also recounts that one time she debated President Clinton for 30 minutes on live radio.

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Mentioned in this Episode:

“Breaking the Sound Barrier”

“Democracy Now!: Twenty Years Covering the Movements Changing America”