About this episode

This episode reflects on the life and legacy of CNN founder Ted Turner.

In this special episode of CNN 5 Things , we look back on the life and legacy of CNN founder and media pioneer Ted Turner. Photo: CNN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Topics covered

• Ted Turner
• CNN history
• media pioneers
• legacy
• founder

Keywords

• Ted Turner
• CNN
• media pioneer
• legacy
• founder

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Organizations: CNN

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