Josh Brogadir is a man on the go. When he's not anchoring the early morning news, or filling in on the sports desk at WCVB Channel 5 in Boston, he is likely acting in a locally shot movie or commercial. He also co-hosts the Framingham Access tv show, Novel Ideas, reviewing books and interviewing authors. In addition to reviewing books, he has done  voice-over work on numerous books and video games. Josh thrives on being involved in a variety of different projects.  In this interview we explore the ins and outs of what goes into making a decision to follow your dreams, and how to assess the risks involved. Josh shares great stories about his journey from being a school teacher in Framingham, to moving across the country with his wife, to becoming a news anchor, and then an actor in film, television and commercials.

 

Links from show: JoshBrogadir.com Patriot's Day Novel Ideas Old Colonial Cafe Consiglios WCVB Chanel 5 Access FraminghamWBUR 90.9 WRNI NECN NBC Universal Boston Casting CPcasting Hollywood East Christine Wyse NewEnglandFilm.com Impact Unit Mighty Mighty Bosstones Cajon A Prayer for Owen Meany The Hotel New Hampshire The World According to Garp The Son of the Circus The Almighty Buck Cold Car The Bourbon Chasers Slackville Players Strong Poison

People mentioned: Howard Cosell Dicky Barrett John Irving Carol Lynn LuckTim Koh Kerry Flynn Dorothy Sayers William LaBov RD Sahl

Show notes:

• A passion for storytelling. [4:48]
• Josh’s thoughts on good reporting. [6:12]
• Finding balance between one’s own interests and the bigger story. [7:09      ]
• Josh does not want Chicken Parmesan every Thursday night at Consiglios. [10:14]
• We could all definitely get better and smoother and more polished... [12:28] 
• On always wanting to be a sports guy and live a multi-tiered existence. [14:58]
• Josh on being a school teacher, and making a choice to pivot careers. [16:48]
• On assessing risk with regard to career stability. [23:02]
• How freelance news reporting allows Josh freedom to audition for acting roles. [27:15]
• In search of stories with more depth. [29:49] 
• That time Josh’s sister goes on a job interview, and finds Josh a wife. [33:15]
• The benefits of a supportive spouse. [35:40]
• Playing the trumpet. [38:17]
• Using voice to develop characters. [45:06]
• What Josh’s news tone isn’t. [48:25]
• Josh’s mentors. [50:00]
• Josh's unique approach to reading books. [53:50]
• On staying fit and being a competitor. [58:32]
• Thoughts on good acting. [61:01]
• Tips for actors in the city of Boston. [68:08]