The Sisterhood of Ananda Lewis & Stephanie Elam: 30 Years of Love, Laughter & Life

from Hot & Bothered · host Melyssa Ford

CNN correspondent Stephanie Elam joins Melyssa for a candid conversation about her 30-year friendship with Ananda Lewis, how Ananda’s passing reshaped her life, and what sisterhood truly means. Stephanie also opens up about navigating the pressures of being a Black woman journalist in today’s climate, balancing truth-telling with personal healing. It’s a powerful reflection on love, loss, and living with purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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