Call Me Ted

By: Ted Turner, Bill Burke

Narrated by: Ted Turner

Length: 14 hrs and 23 mins

Publisher's summary

An innovative entrepreneur, outspoken nonconformist, and groundbreaking philanthropist, Ted Turner is truly a living legend, and now, for the first time, he reveals his personal story. From his difficult childhood to the successful launch of his media empire to the catastrophic AOL/Time Warner deal, Turner spares no details or feelings and takes the reader along on a wild and sometimes bumpy ride. You'll also hear Ted's personal take on how we can save the world...share his experiences in the dugout on the day when he appointed himself as manager of the Atlanta Braves....learn how he almost lost his life in the 1979 Fastnet sailing race (but came out the winner)...and discover surprising details about his dealings with Fidel Castro, Mikhail Gorbachev, Jimmy Carter, Bill Gates, Jack Welch, Warren Buffett, and many more of the most influential people of the past half century. Ted also doesn't shrink from the darker and more intimate details of his life. With his usual frankness, he discusses a childhood of loneliness (he was left at a boarding school by his parents at the tender age of four), and the emotional impact of devastating losses (Ted's beloved sister died at 17 and his hard-charging father committed suicide when Ted was still in his early 20's). Turner is also forthcoming about his marriages, including the one to Oscar-winning actress, Jane Fonda. Along the way, Ted's friends, colleagues, and family are equally revealing in their unique "Ted Stories" which are peppered throughout the book. Jane Fonda, especially, provides intriguing insights into Ted's inner drive and character. In Call Me Ted, you'll hear Ted Turner's distinctive voice on every page. Always forthright, he tells you what makes him tick and what ticks him off, and delivers an honest account of what he's all about. Inspiring and entertaining, Call Me Ted sheds new light on one of the greatest visionaries of our time.

©2008 Ted Turner (P)2008 Hachette Audio

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The best thing on audible. Ted is an inspiration. The best autobiography I've heard. Ted is very candid. Loved it.

The greatest biopic book I've ever read

Brilliant and so encouraging. I highly recommend it to the people who are either young entrepreneurs or simply interested to learn more about TV and Film industry.

Amazing story and amazing narration, it’s actually Ted Turner narrating the whole thing

Majority of the book , more than 87% of the book is actually Ted Turner reading aloud his childhood tales until he became a billionaire. It’s a brilliant tale, from multiple aspects of his life including his personal and business achievements. It’s a must read for entrepreneurs, for me personally I liked to hear how he created the Cartoon Network!

Great book, great man

Ted Turner tells a great story in his own voice. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing about his success and journey.

wow

very inspirational
learned a lot
great human being
doesn't feel as long as it looks

Impressive!

Thanks, Ted Turner! I especially loved the fact that you narrated your book!
It brought back fond memories for this Georgia gal.

I’m so happy I listened to this book

At first, I thought the book was about whoever invented. Ted talks and realized that was not the case but I’m so happy I stumbled upon this book. I love nonfiction memoirs. I am honored to have read this book and so excited to learn from his life and live vicariously through his stories. I’m so thankful he wrote this book.

Remarkable journey and determination

Rhe honesty on the story, he speaks from the heart and you can notice it as you listen

Interesting and honest

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Great read. Recounts great moments from the past. Ted legacy in recent times has been overshadowed but this book really highlights his achievements and impact he has had on the world.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Call Me Ted?

The Impact CNN has had

Which scene was your favorite?

Americas cup and sailing stories

Must Read

Fantastic business book. The deal comes second, first is a no nonsense, non-academic articulation of what business combinations make sense and why. So many businessmen end up successful through high energy, hard work, and being in the right place at the right time. Not so with "Ted". He is a natural strategic thinker, and he's brilliant at it. The personal side is also very insightful. An engaging book, full of humor and strategic insight.