Description

For 50 years "Today" on NBC has captivated the nation with its winning combination of news broadcasts, rich features, cultural updates, and morning levity. Once hooked, many fans have come to rely on this institution for timely information about themselves, the country, and the world. Now, This is Today provides the first-ever in-depth retrospective of the show’s magical formula. Readers will find the complete "Today" story, from the days of pioneer host Dave Garroway to the winning style of one of America’s most trusted commentator teams: Katie Couric and Matt Lauer. They’ll relive historic moments in news and relish some of the most colorful personalities to cross the national stage. A DVD packaged with the book, containing more than three hours of memorable broadcasts with classic interviews and great events, promises to provide the same multimedia experience for book buyers themselves.