http://video.nbc4.com/player/?id=265933

Since Mr. Russert passed away, I’ve noticed more people my age (the early 30’s) paying more attention to his work – and the political and social reasons behind his work (meaning: the topics). I’m glad to see people take a sterner interest in politics and their own social situation – even if it meant a good man’s passing is the catalyst.

That is one of my many lasting memories — and my only personal one — of Tim Russert

We did a show last night on Tim Russert and would there be any better way to die. It was a good one.

But Mike, I just want to thank you so much for what you just said. I wish I had it in audio version so I could have played it last night. I pulled all the “reactions” to the death of Russert and it amazed me how hard it was for all the “journalists” to get out of their journalist mode.

They all said the same thing. He was born in Buffalo. He loved his dad. I just was hoping that somebody gave a fun, personal story, but few did.

The best thing was at least you could tell Brokaw, when he announced the death, was obviously very upset with the news and had to pull everything he could to compose himself.

Anyways. Thank you for the personal story. I guess it goes to prove you aren’t a journalist ;)

http://www.allenhuntshow.com/Listen/396-the-death-of-tim-russert-is-there-any-better-way-to-die