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Veteran newsman Sam Donaldson has never been shy about speaking his mind.

The Orlando Business Journal profiles Growing Bolder Founder and CEO Marc Middleton, who talks about the national launch of Growing Bolder TV, plans for an international media company and how his life has changed since leaving the television news business

Wendy Chioji has been the face of Orlando news for 20 years. Her battle with breast cancer enlightened all women; her determination to help others was only equaled by her dedication to becoming a world-class athlete.

For two decades, America woke up with Joan Lunden. After stepping away from the anchor chair, she started reinventing her life. Now the busy mother of seven wants to help you entertain like she does with her line of home decor products.

Walter Cronkite was our host for so many significant historical events. His passing within days of the 60th anniversary of man landing on the moon is a poignant reminder of what an important personality he was.

Walter Cronkite, one of America's most beloved and well-known journalists, died on July 17, 2009, at the age of 92. Remembered for his coverage of some of the biggest stories in history, Cronkite was often considered a voice of calm during disaster.

For 20 years, Wendy Chioji was one of the most popular and respected news anchors in one of the nation's largest media markets. She was single, attractive, well paid and talented. Then she was diagnosed with cancer.

Her battle with breast cancer enlightened all women; her determination to help others was only equaled by her dedication to becoming a world-class athlete.

After a devastating accident, Bob Tuschman swore to himself that if he recovered he would change everything. He did recover, then quit his job and followed his passion over to the Food Channel where he is now Vice President.

The Growing Bolder TV Show, featuring local news veterans Marc Middleton and Bill Shafer, has been picked up by Orlando PBS affiliate WMFE-TV.