Tune in to the latest episode of 411 Live with host Beverly Taylor as she sits down with three remarkable black female former Milwaukee TV news anchors - Vivian King, Joanne Williams, and Toya Washington. These talented professionals share their journeys, experiences, and insights from their decades on screen. Beverly, a former anchor herself, leads the engaging discussion as they reminisce about their time in the industry. Join them for real talk and real stories on this insightful episode.
[00:01:41] Leaving TV
[00:05:00] Having a stroke
[00:07:11] Unexpected career departure
[00:08:47] Climbing TV news markets
[00:09:23] Unexpected career paths
[00:17:10] Challenges faced by black women
[00:19:58] Appearance in the newsroom.
[00:22:03] Advocating for minorities and accurate suspect descriptions
[00:27:02] Recognition of diversity and advocates in newsrooms.
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