JOURNAL ARTICLE

Making Oprah.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kring-Schreifels, Jake 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a podcast series that explores Oprah Winfrey's influential years as the host of the Oprah Winfrey Show in Chicago from 1986 to 2011. It examines how Winfrey shaped American perspectives on race, gender, and politics, while also discussing the broader impact of talk shows in the 1980s and 1990s. Through interviews with producers, executives, and Winfrey herself, the series highlights her distinctive work ethic and meticulous preparation. The podcast is produced by WBEZ Chicago, which has also created related series on figures like Barack Obama and Kanye West, as well as on the history of daytime soap operas.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2025/07, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:186833834
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