Brooke Baldwin spent over a decade as a CNN anchor, in millions of living rooms — until one day, she was suddenly gone. For the first time, she reveals the real reason she was forced out of her dream job — and why she now believes she was part of the problem. In this raw, riveting talk, Brooke opens up about her own unraveling and challenges all of us to face an uncomfortable truth: America is at an inflection point, where we can no longer agree on what’s real. But what if this mess — this collective chrysalis moment — is actually our chance to transform? Her message is clear: the future depends on curiosity, compassion, and the courage to tell the truth — even when it breaks you open.

Veteran journalist and Peabody Award finalist BROOKE BALDWIN has covered some of the biggest breaking stories in the U.S. and around the world. Brooke hosted her own live daily news show CNN Newsroom with Brooke Baldwin for more than a decade, and was renowned for her versatility, authenticity, and humanity at the news desk. With a front row seat to history, Brooke offers a unique perspective on today’s most pressing issues.

Veteran journalist and Wall Street Journal bestselling author BROOKE BALDWIN shares indelible insights from her debut book, Huddle: How Women Unlock Their Collective Power. Brooke explores the phenomenon of “huddling,” when women lean on one another—in politics, Hollywood, activism, the arts, sports, and everyday friendships—to provide each other support, empowerment, inspiration, and the strength to solve problems or enact meaningful change. Whether they are facing adversity (like workplace inequity or a global pandemic) or organizing to make the world a better place, women are a highly potent resource for one another.

Veteran journalist and bestselling author BROOKE BALDWIN has met Presidents and interviewed former first ladies, members of Congress, scientists, teachers, nurses, astronauts, actors, activists, rock stars, and ordinary Americans in extraordinary circumstances. With her trademark versatility and authenticity, Brooke is an incredible moderator, host, and emcee, ensuring a memorable and successful event for your audience.