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Guest host: Susan Page
Rupert Murdoch's five billion dollar bid to acquire the publisher of the Wall Street Journal, one of this country's few remaining family controlled newspapers, highlights mounting financial pressures in the news business. A look at some of the long term trends for U.S. newspapers
Frank Ahrens, The Washington Post radio reporter
John Carroll, editor of the Los Angeles Times, 2000-2005 and editor of the Baltimore Sun, 1991 to 2000
Lauren Rich Fine, former media analyst with Merrill Lynch
Guest host: Susan Page
Young women discuss their experience with breast cancer.
Kim Carlos, a public affairs and strategic communications consultant who has been recognized nationally for her breast cancer advocacy efforts.
Jennifer Johnson, a marketing professional and an active volunteer for several breast cancer organizations.