CNN is often portrayed as the marmite network in the UK, but its legacy will be profound in times to come. Ted Turner, a “global CEO” to his colleagues, defined the newscaster heavily from its outset. His methods varied. He was unknown allegedly to many staff before he made himself known to them. This was his way of making inroads on their ‘work’ before they made a beeline to him – and his. He protected CNN with his life, and often returned to provide advice after he sold it off. As with many American innovations, they’re never entirely out of the founders sights until they’re gone.
