For more than two decades, Michelle Linn has been getting up in the middle of the night to  prepare to give the world the news when it wakes up.  Originally anchoring the morning news in Columbia, MO on KMIZ-17 for 13 years, Michelle has spent the last decade waking up with audiences in Tulsa on KOKI Fox 23. In this episode, Michelle gives us a behind the scenes look at balancing her very public life with her role  of wife and mother.

As the evolution of news consumption evolves, so does Michelle. A mother of four, Michelle's life experiences empower her both on and off the air.  They also help her rise above the criticism that inevitably comes with being a public figure. Audiences may expect Michelle Linn to be perfect, but as you'll learn, she's comfortable in her own skin and confident to do her own thing. Join us for her refreshing and inspiring perspective.

Special Guest:
Michelle Linn Hodge, Morning Anchor
KOKI-TV Fox 23, Tulsa, OK.
https://www.facebook.com/FOX23MichelleLinn/

Former anchor on KMIZ Channel 17, Columbia, MO.

Show Notes

(6:00) God works in mysterious ways. This story of how Michelle ended up with her job in Tulsa is proof.

(10:30) Listen here to learn what a day in the life of a morning news anchor and mother of four looks like.

(11:45) Reporting (and consuming) the news has never been more challenging and here is why.

(15:30) Fake news? Real news? Here's how to discern the difference and open your eyes to views that are different than your own.

(22:00) Positive news stories are making a comeback and here is why.

(28:30) How does Michelle overcome viewer criticism and the pressure perfect to be the perfect mom?

(32:00) Here's how Michelle figured out how to embrace not being perfect and uses it to her benefit.

(35:30) Confidence was a game-changer for Michelle's career. Here's how you can learn from her in this area.

(40:00) Anything can happen when you're recording - even Rachel yelling at her dog, Ollie.

(41:00) Reporting COVID, the Trump rally and police killings took a toll and here's why.

(48:00) Feeling like you're not enough? Here's a simple take away to leave you feeling empowered and confident.



Resources:
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle.