E-mail a friendNovember 18, 2008
Media mogul and philanthropist Ted Turner explains how he managed to keep his strong opinions out of CNN's coverage and discusses his new memoir, Call Me Ted.
Ted Turner
Ted Turner
CNN founder talks about his biggest career mistake. (3:11)
Full interview. (23:15)
Ted Turner turned his father's billboard business, which he took over at age 24, into a media empire. He pioneered TV's "superstation" concept, launched CNN—the first dedicated 24-hour cable news channel—and, through Turner Enterprises, manages holdings that include sports teams, some two million acres of land and the largest commercial bison herd in North America. He's also a champion yachtsman. One of the most influential philanthropists in the U.S., he donated $1 billion to the U.N. and chairs the Turner Foundation.
