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The Program

Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer was a prominent Sunday talk show hosted by Wolf Blitzer on CNN. It was broadcast internationally by CNN International and was known for its slogan, "The last word in Sunday talk." Comments made during the show frequently became central to the following Monday's news headlines, underscoring its influence on the political discourse of its era.

Format and Impact

The program served as a crucial platform for political interviews, debates, and analysis, featuring prominent figures from government, policy, and journalism. Its placement as the final Sunday talk show in most East Coast markets (airing at 11:00 AM ET) gave it a unique position, often allowing it to react to or summarize discussions from earlier shows, thereby earning its distinctive name and reputation.

Program Details

Core Information

This table summarizes the fundamental details of Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer:

Starring Wolf Blitzer
Country of Origin United States
Original Language English
Running Time 120 minutes

Broadcast Schedule

The show aired on Sundays, concluding its run in early 2009. Its specific time slot and broadcast details were key to its identity:

Network CNN / CNN International
Release October 3, 1993 – January 11, 2009

Program History

Launch and Evolution

Launched on October 3, 1993, the program initially featured Frank Sesno as its moderator until January 11, 1998. Wolf Blitzer took over the hosting duties on January 18, 1998, continuing until the show's conclusion.

The transition from Frank Sesno to Wolf Blitzer marked a significant phase for the program, with Blitzer becoming the face of the show for over a decade.

  • Frank Sesno's Tenure: October 3, 1993 – January 11, 1998
  • Wolf Blitzer's Tenure: January 18, 1998 – January 11, 2009

The End of an Era

CNN announced on December 8, 2008, that Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer would conclude the following month. This decision was made to facilitate the introduction of a new, expanded four-hour news block hosted by John King. The final broadcast aired on January 11, 2009, making way for State of the Union with John King, which premiered on January 18, 2009.

Broadcast Reach

Network and Distribution

Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer was a flagship program for CNN, broadcast across the United States and internationally via CNN International. Its Sunday morning slot was strategically chosen to capture a significant audience interested in political news and analysis.

Origin and Language

Produced in the United States, the program was conducted entirely in English, catering to a broad domestic and global audience seeking in-depth discussions on current political events and policy matters.

References

Source Material

The information presented on this page is derived from the following sources:

  • transcripts.cnn.com. http://transcripts.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0901/11/le.01.html. Retrieved January 17, 2009.
  • Huffington Post. "John King To Host CNN's Revamped Sunday Mornings". December 8, 2008. Retrieved December 22, 2008.
  • Politico. "CNN's new Sunday show: 'State of the Union'". Retrieved from https://www.politico.com/blogs/michaelcalderone/0109/CNNs_new_Sunday_show_State_of_the_Union.html

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