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Feb 2023
34m 26s

Karen Swensen: “Life’s About Change”

HODA KOTB, TODAY
About this episode
Almost 30 years ago, when she was a local journalist at WWL in New Orleans, Hoda Kotb met another TV reporter by the name of Karen Swensen. The connection was instantaneous, and they’ve been best friends ever since. Together, they’ve navigated some of life’s most challenging moments, like illness and loss, and they’ve also celebrated each other’s joyful mome ... Show More
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