Mr. Williams was interviewed at NBC Studios in Rockefeller Center two days before he was to take the anchor chair of NBC News following the retirement of Tom Brokaw. He talked about his childhood, his early interest in politics and history, and his collection of political memorabilia. Mr. Williams said he is writing a book about the death of President Garfield. Other topics included his internship in the Carter White House, his political leanings, his love of books, and the concept of thirty-minute television news shows.

Mr. Ailes was interviewed at FOX Studios in New York City. Among the topics he addressed were the editorial style of FOX News, the state of the marketplace for television news and public affairs information, the profession of journalism, and business competition within the television industry. He also talked about his own experience in the business and news professions.

Mr. Levin was interviewed in the band room at the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Academy Charter School in the Bronx, New York, where he is the superintendent and also one of the mathematics teachers. He described in detail the theories he and his KIPP co-founder developed for the free, college-preparatory schools. There are 38 KIPP charter schools in the U.S. Topics included longer school days, family involvement, high expectations, and focus on college.