Dana Bash, CNN’s trusted face of America’s biggest political nights, joins Jonah Platt for an unfiltered conversation on Being Jewish. Together, they explore media, politics, and Jewish identity. Dana recounts her grandparents’ Holocaust survival, the personal impact of reporting live on October 7th, 2023, and her front-row seat at the 2024 presidential debate that altered history. She also reflects on Fox News’ role in shifting public trust in journalism, and shares her inspiring rise from CNN’s tape library to one of the most respected voices in American news. Honest, powerful, and deeply personal—this episode is a must-watch.
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