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Art Norman on Oprah, Steve Jobs, Bill Gates & 45 Years at NBC Chicago

What if Oprah Winfrey had never gotten her big break in Chicago? NBC 5 Chicago legend Art Norman shares the remarkable story of working alongside Oprah before she became a household name, why NBC passed on hiring her, and how she went on to become one of the biggest stars in television history.

After more than four decades at NBC 5 Chicago, Art has plenty of stories to tell. From unforgettable encounters with Steve Jobs and Bill Gates to the early days of the internet, Art joins Jamie Stein for a fun and fascinating look behind the scenes of Chicago television news.

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