Anjali Talks Bill

I think I've got it. Yep, I think I kinda finally know why there has been a surge on Anjali Rao googles lately (a question I posed in this post): she got to talk to Bill. Yep, Bill. Clinton. =)

Tonight, I caught only a small part of the interview, and from someone who doesn't really stick to interviews with political figures, I must say I did stay tuned till the interview was over. As usual, Anjali was her smart, charming self and the interview was done really well (smooth, cool, good vibes). I hesitated listening to Bill's answer on what he regret doing or not doing while President (read: Monica) but of course, the unmentionable was not mentioned and he instead replied on the big stuff - not doing enough for health care, etc.

Well, so there. Mystery solved.

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On a sad, sad note, a heroic idea turned into a really painful one today. Having missed serious workout, I thought a dip at the pool will do me good - a few laps, and I can give myself a pat in the back for having done a healthful activity. Unfortunately, a sharp portion of the pool's steel ladder cut through my thumb when I slid to the water. Bloody painful. Literally. I will have to see a doctor tomorrow. Ahhh.

The Anjali Buzz

Why is everybody googling Anjali Rao?

I look at my feedjit, and I mostly see people pointed to this blog through a google search on Anjali Rao. I check out my statcounter and I see the same.

When I wrote about her posts ago, I thought she was just another CNN reporter who has impressed me much. I did not expect many others would come 'looking for her', i.e., be interested enough to search google about her, her pics or the 'Anjali Rao pants' (a most interesting query, hehe). The countries span across continents - from the U.S. and Canada to South Africa, Hong Kong, Denmark, India, Austria, Albania, etc.

But why the buzz? I still don't get it.

Anjali Rao

I don't exactly know why but whenever Anjali Rao fronts a CNN segment, I tend to stick to the channel much more than I usually would. Sometimes, whenever I feel discouraged, frustrated or simply down, and I chance upon her show, I get a sudden surge of inspiration. The kind that makes you feel anything is possible, so feeling directionless is a waste of energy.

I think, the charm must be the idea that to me, she has broken barriers career-wise. I don't really know how CNN works behind the scenes but I think it's amazing for her to get the job she has considering that not many women (especially Asian women) get the same kind of spotlight in news programs and international TV. Her feat of being a top-notch CNN anchor is testimony to the heights women can reach in any field.

Apart from her achievement, I like Anjali herself for the amazing confidence and obvious intelligence. When she talks, you just got to listen and believe. Ah, when knowledge and confidence mix, you get a true talent.

Cheers for Anjali. =)