Newslady

by Carole Simpson

NewsLady is the memoir of a trailblazing African American woman journalist whose life is about "firsts." Carole Simpson was the first woman to broadcast radio news in Chicago, the first African American woman to anchor a local newscast in the same city, the first African American woman national network television correspondent, the first African American woman to anchor a national network newscast and the first woman or minority to moderate a presidential debate. Hers is a story of survival in a male-dominated profession that placed the highest premium on white males. In this book she recounts how she endured and conquered sex discrimination and racial prejudice to reach the top ranks of her profession. Along the way she covered some of the most important news events over the four decades of her illustrious broadcasting career. Her inspirational story is for all trying to succeed in a corporate environment.

298 pages, Hardcover

First published November 5, 2010

Reviews

[Saundi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very encouraging, empowering and informative

I watched Carole Simpson as a little girl and loved her persona, professionalism and poise. I enjoyed reading her journey and elven years later some of some of the same situations occur in Corporate America! It’s a timely read now in 2018, but hopefully will be a thing of the past.

[Ellison · Rating 4 out of 5]

about the life of a news caster as she faces prejudices throughout her life at times surprising as it is by supposedly 'educated' people.

when she reaches a certain point she is relieved of duties. b/w images.

[RYCJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

The storytelling is historical, relevant and incredible! A Must! There is just so much in here; so many lessons and 'eye-witness' experiences and takeaways. Without a doubt a true page-turner. Really enjoyed it. Read soft-copy 2012/2023 copyright edition.

[Ivy Pittman-Outen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing what she went through throughout her 30 years in the media. I think I gasped several time throughout. Blatant sexual and racial discrimination.

[Debra Foster Greene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed her memoir.

[Russelyn Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was actually one of my favorite books that I've read. I would read this book on the plane whenever I would travel. That's why it took so long to read. I finally finished it this year. It is an autobiography of her life and career. She starts from the beginning with her family history from the south even though she is from Chicago. It goes into some very interesting experiences that she came across as she ascended to the heights of being the first African American Woman to Anchor a National Newscast among many other firsts for women, and African Americans. She shares the story of how she got her big break when Dr. King came to Chicago and she waited outside his hotel room to catch an interview for the news radio station she was working for at the time. That incident set her apart and began to open more doors for her. She has witnessed some very interesting points in history as a news correspondent, anchor, and moderator such as the release of Nelson Mandela, among other things. She shares experiences of women in Africa who suffered oppression that pricked her heart to do more for women in media in that country. She covers balancing being a mother, full-time media mogul, and wife. Also, found in the book is the competition that often encompasses those in media what she learned, and how she dealt with it. It is an interesting and enjoyable peak into her life.

[Tammy Will · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always liked her when she anchored ABC news. It is a fascinating and heartbreaking look at what she endured while trying to become a news person. She faced prejudice not only because she was black but, also, because she was a woman. Yet, she stood firm, advocated for women and minorities, and went on to become one of the most respected journalists in the business.

[Shannan Harper · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book for our book club, and really enjoyed reading about some of the places in her past that matched my family's.