Legendary talk show host Phil Donahue dead at 88 after long illness

Phil Donahue, a pioneering TV host known for his self-titled show, passed away at 88. His show was groundbreaking for tackling controversial topics and involving live audience participation. President Biden awarded him the Medal of Freedom earlier this year. Oprah Winfrey credited Donahue for paving the way for her show, acknowledging his role in recognizing women's interests beyond traditional stereotypes. The transcript reflects on Donahue's influence on TV and personal experiences of watching his show.

What was Phil Donahue best known for?

• Writing a bestselling novel

• Being a famous musician

• His self-titled talk show

• His role in a popular movie

What was a pioneering feature of the 'Donahue' show?

• It was the first show to have a live audience participation

• It was the first show to feature celebrity interviews

• It was the first show to air on cable TV

• It was the first show to be broadcast in color

What was unique about Phil Donahue's interaction with his audience?

• He used a drone to film the audience

• He invited audience members to host the show

• He used a virtual reality setup for interaction

• He ran around with a microphone to engage with them

How did Oprah Winfrey describe Phil Donahue's influence on her show?

• She credited him for pioneering the talk show format

• She said he was her favorite author

• She said he was her mentor in acting

• She mentioned he taught her about cooking

What did Phil Donahue acknowledge about women's interests?

• They are focused solely on family matters

• They are only interested in fashion

• They are concerned about global issues and self-improvement

• They are primarily interested in sports