Let’s take a trip down memory lane, shall we? Remember when the internet was this mysterious thing that no one really understood? Well, Katie Couric does! The iconic former host of the Today show recently shared a hilarious blast from the past on Instagram—a video from 1994 where she and her then-co-hosts, Bryant Gumbel and Elizabeth Vargas, are utterly baffled by the concept of the internet while live on air. It’s one of those moments that makes you stop and think about how far technology has come. So, click above and enjoy this nostalgic laugh-out-loud moment!
In the caption of her post, Katie joked with her followers, “Happy Thursday, everyone! Remember when we didn’t even know what the internet was?” She went on to say, “It’s crazy to think about now, right? #ThrowbackThursday #TBT #1994 #CanYouExplainWhatInternetIs.” And let’s not forget her playful P.S.: “As usual, NICE HAIR!” It’s clear Katie hasn’t lost her sense of humor over the years.
This is Katie Couric alongside Bryant Gumbel back in 1994 on the set of Today. Those were the days, right?
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Fast forward to today: Katie’s new ventures
Fast forward to present day, and Katie’s life has taken some fascinating turns. Now 61 years old, she’s diving headfirst into a new project, America Inside Out With Katie Couric, airing on the National Geographic Channel. This show is a deep dive into some of the most pressing issues of our time—race, religion, and the political climate. Each episode is an hour-long, and there are six of them in total. In the caption of her nostalgic video, Katie mentioned, “If you missed last night’s episode of #AmericaInsideOut, we explored what tech is doing to our brains and our humanity.” It’s a far cry from the days when the internet was just a vague concept that left everyone scratching their heads!
Why Katie feels this show is more important than ever
In a recent interview with AARP The Magazine, Katie opened up about her motivations behind the show. She explained, “I’ve been feeling very anxious these days. These are very tense times. We all seem to be in a bubble, often working, living, and socializing with people who are just like us. It has weakened our empathy muscle.” She went on to say, “We all want to be valued and productive, and we only want the best for our families. We all want to be heard. Now, all we have to do is listen.” It’s a powerful message, especially in today’s divided world.
So, whether you’re reminiscing about the days when the internet was a mystery or diving into the complexities of modern society with Katie, one thing’s for sure—this journalist has never shied away from tackling the tough topics.
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