"We've got a big job right now and there's a lot going on and a lot to cover."

Welcome Elizabeth Vargas:

We’re joined on the Starline by an award winning journalist, anchor, host, author, podcaster and proud mom. You can see her weeknights on NewsNation with “Elizabeth Vargas Reports”. We welcome Elizabeth Vargas.

Elizabeth, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You’ve hosted town halls, debates, 20/20, World News Tonight, even a syndicated crime series. How do you feel about the role of a journalist today?

You’ve written about your own struggles in “Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction”. How did overcoming that adversity make you a stronger parent and journalist today?

When people see “Elizabeth Vargas Reports” each day on NewsNation, what do you want them to learn or take away?

The Rockin' 8:

It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure.

1. Which episode of your “Heart of the Matter” podcast is the one you are most proud of?

2. What was the best thing about your ball of fur Ellie who crossed the rainbow bridge recently?

3. During commercial breaks of your show, what do you do?

4. Favorite and least favorite holiday?

5. Which beach is your go to vacation spot?

6. Favorite flavor of cupcake and are you a sprinkles or plain?

7. One dish you want to perfect from your dad?

8. Most important thing you want your sons to learn other than cleaning their room and put their clothes in the hamper?

The Impossible Question:

“Relapse is part of recovery and we need to get the world to understand that”. How do you see the future of the Partnership to End Addiction?

One Big Question:

What’s the one lesson you’ve learned from your life in media and what do you still eager learning next?

The Wrap:

She wants to perfect her dad Paella, loves Malibu and wants you to watch “Elizabeth Vargas Reports” on NewsNation. Elizabeth, thanks for taking the time to talk with us.

And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.