Ever wonder what really goes down behind the scenes in American journalism, and what it costs to speak your truth? Recently I sat down with powerhouse journalist THE AMAZING Brooke Baldwin: Emmy-nominated former CNN anchor, bestselling author, and creator of the viral Substack, Unraveling. Together, we get straight into the seismic shifts ripping through newsrooms and society right now, from the headline-grabbing arrest of Don Lemon (she goes OFF on this!) and the future of independent journalism, to the toxic aftermath of power dynamics in the media.

Brooke brings her signature compassion and grit, sharing unfiltered stories about healing after her unceremonious CNN exit, reclaiming her voice, and what it actually means to cover humanity at the breakneck pace of breaking news. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the daily news cycle, struggled to find trustworthy sources, or wondered how to make a difference when it feels risky, this episode is for you. We talk about nervous system overload, why media literacy matters, and the messy, beautiful process of personal and cultural unraveling. This conversation isn’t afraid to call out BS, laugh through the chaos, and empower you to find connection in the middle of it all.

We talk about:

Don Lemon’s Arrest and Freedom of the Press
The Evolution and Future of News Networks
Humanity-Centered Storytelling in Breaking News
Misogyny and Power Dynamics in Media
Personal Identity, Rebirth, and Healing
Navigating Media Trust and Misinformation
Self-Compassion, Resilience, and Connection

Timestamps:

00:00 Don Lemon Arrested
04:28 Rebuilding and Rediscovering Purpose
07:49 Humanity in Fast-Paced Journalism
12:31 Defining Moment: Finding My Voice
14:07 Destined for Greater Purpose
18:04 Kaitlin Collins: journalism
21:46 Lessons from Leaving CNN
24:03 Trust, Safety, and Politics
27:34 Social Media: Break or Stay?
34:42 Balancing News and Wellbeing
41:23 Listening to Your Higher Self
44:50 Gratitude for Vulnerability and Connection

Rather watch on YouTube? https://youtu.be/jKCFj70dUgU

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Substack: https://unravelingwithbrooke.substack.com/

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