We Interrupt This Broadcast

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From six-time New York Times bestselling author Joe Garner, and based on his groundbreaking multimedia book, “We Interrupt This Broadcast,” comes a 12-episode, audio docu-series hosted by broadcast legend Bill Kurtis, and narrated by NBC’s Brian Williams. Each episode unfolds with the brisk pace and tone of a thriller while presenting an in-depth look into the reporting of, and reaction to, the extraordinary events that became the benchmarks of the American story. It is said that “breaking news” is the first draft of history. “We Interrupt This Broadcast” marks the first time the stories of these historical broadcast news events are told exclusively by the broadcasters and TV journalists whose work created those drafts in real-time.

Credits

Hosted by Bill Kurtis & Narrated by Brian Williams

Created, produced and directed by Joe Garner

Written by Mark Rowland, Brian Williams, Colin Madine, and Joe Garner

Sound engineering and design by Paul Bahr, Peachtree Sound

Additional audio engineering provided by Beowulf Rochlen, Two Squared Media Productions

Website and graphics designed by George Vasilopoulos, 921 Associates

Executive Producers are Brian Williams, Ron Hartenbaum, Scott Calka, and Joe Garner

A very special thank you to Donna LaPietra and Diane Anello

A Production of i4 Media Ventures, LLC

www.weinterruptthisbroadcast.org

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Recent Reviews

Noah'sDad

More!

Really interesting first hand witness of history. Love it!
5⭐️Listener

Season 3-6?

More Please!!!!!!!
Too Shy To Review

Eager for more!

I binged the entire series and am devastated that there is no hint of more episodes soon. I can think of so many other events that would be fascinating to hear about: George Floyd, Jan 6 Insurrection, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the 1st Gulf War, TX Tower Sniper…the list goes on!
Steve ms, cac

An old guy from CA

Dude, I’d like more podcasts!! Sorry you ended it way too soon. Enjoyed every second of it.
Lizzierd91

brian williams = national treasure

brian we love your podcast but we need you back on air!!! please come back . . . we need your insights and shade!
GloKu63

Great listen

I lived through most of the events you’ve covered and it’s fascinating to hear from the media that covered the stories. Hope to see you back on the air soon. As much as I like the podcast, it doesn’t replace your commentary.
Martha from Arizona

Thank you!

Miss your voice, Brian Williams! “We Interrupt This Broadcast“ is excellence… pure and simple. A Registered Nurse in Arizona
Yankman4469

Brian Williams Bill Kurtis what’s not to like ?

War of Worlds episode incredible.
Love Rev. Sharpton

Yay! We still get to listen to Brian and his wit :)

I was going to be sad that Brian wouldn’t be on air at MSNBC, but now we get him, his perspective, and his humor as he puts American history in broadcasting context. A Boomer’s dream come true!
Beccakingreed

Riveting

As you might expect from Williams and Kurtis, this podcast is riveting.
TonyG1966

Fascinating

A fascinating and expertly told account of this infamous moment in broadcast history begging the question: how many of us are victims of the same theatre posing as news today?
Ann Scott

Great except the last two episodes

I really liked this podcast but not a fan of the last two that were dramatizations. They were odd to me. I think that this podcast was going a great job showing the importance of the press but the dramatizations were just strange.
Anne Worth

Engaging, powerful, moving

This entire series is exceptional! Listening to the important historical moments of our past by the actual journalists who were there, you feel like you’re living in the moment. This podcast is very well written and I enjoy listening to Bill Kurtis and Brian Williams. I’ll stay tuned for more!
Little Miss Sweet Tea

Great podcast!

I loved every episode of this podcast. Absolutely fascinating, behind-the-scenes info that I never knew. They led me to research every topic afterwards. I wish these podcasts were longer! I really hope that the producers plan new episodes - I’ll continue listening!
dbeasing

Doubly Fascinating

Not only does this podcast teach things you didn't know about historic events, it also teaches about the state of broadcast news in that era. What a great concept. I find it fascinating x2.
Shitshovelor

Love this!

Amazing to hear these real news stories so well told and told again. Thanks Joe Garner for making it and keeping it real.
SpaceDog#22

Great show!

Super interesting, can't wait for more episodes