CBS Producer: Notion Katie 'Wings It' For Interviews 'Absurd'

Joe Hagan‘s 6,000-word New York profile of Katie Couric is generating quite a reaction. Here’s an alleged Couric producer’s take:

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This notion that Katie “wings it” for interviews is absurd. Katie prides herself on her preparation for everything, especially for interviews… And she’s a sponge. I’m always amazed at her ability to retain every piece of research she’s read.