About this episode

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

In this special episode of CNN One Thing, 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

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Host: CNN Podcasts

Topics covered

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

Keywords

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

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Organizations: CNN, CNN Podcasts

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