Amna Nawaz:

On the air, millions watched as Connie Chung reported from the front lines of history, covering U.S. presidents and elections, major world events, and landing interview after interview with major newsmakers.

But, off-camera, Chung battled sexism and racism at nearly every turn, working through the ranks to make history as the first Asian American and just second woman ever to anchor a national evening newscast.

For the first time now, she’s opening up about what it took professionally and personally to get there.

Connie Chung joins me now.

What an honor. Thank you for being here.

Connie Chung, Author, “Connie: A Memoir”: I’m honored to be with you. And I’m so proud of you, Amna.