Summary

Brody Logan, a morning anchor and new father, joins Caroline Collins on her podcast. They discuss their time working together, Brody's experience taking paternity leave, and the challenges of balancing work and family life. Brody shares advice for those pursuing a career in broadcast journalism and emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself in the industry. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

Takeaways

Taking paternity leave is important for fathers to bond with their newborns and support their partners. The news industry can be demanding, but it offers opportunities for creativity and personal growth. Being authentic and true to oneself is crucial for success in the broadcast journalism field. Balancing work and family life requires open communication and support from employers and loved ones.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 01:08 Becoming Parents 03:08 Leaving KC 24 04:07 The Birth of Melody 05:08 Choosing the Name Melody 06:07 Taking Paternity Leave 07:04 Paternity Leave with Vandy 08:04 Pressure to Return to Work 09:06 The Importance of Taking Paternity Leave 10:02 Challenges of Balancing Work and Family 11:31 Work-Life Balance and Employer Support 12:55 Tech Issues and Start of Paternity Leave 14:20 Brody's Career and Personal Life 15:16 Vandy's Adjustment to Having a Sister 18:13 Advice for Those Pursuing a Career in Broadcast Journalism 19:13 The Benefits of Working in the News Industry 20:39 Learning and Growing in the Industry 22:39 Being Yourself in the News Business 24:05 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Success 25:52 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce 26:51 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes

Website:

https://www.caroline-collins.com/general-6