In this episode of the Women in Media Podcast, host Sarah Burke interviews Ruby Carr, a seasoned broadcaster and content creator. Ruby shares her journey through various radio markets from Halifax to Vancouver, eventually landing at CHUM in Toronto. She discusses how her family has influenced her career, the challenges and changes in the radio landscape, the importance of mentorship, and the adaptability required to thrive in a rapidly evolving media environment.

Ruby Carr is a broadcaster and digital content creator currently on-air at CHUM 104.5 in Toronto. Ruby has over 15 years of radio experience across the country from her start in Halifax to her morning show in Vancouver before relocating to Toronto. With millions of views across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube she has engaged audiences most recently for CHUM 104.5 and iHeart Radio Canada.  Ruby is also the host of the podcast Encore: The Stories Behind the Songs You Love.

https://www.rubycarr.com/

iHeart Radio Canada on TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@iheartradioca

iHeart Radio Canada on YouTube – www.youtube.com/@iHeartRadioCA

CHUM 104.5 on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/chum1045

Encore Podcast – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/962-encore-the-stories-behind-124206648/

Watch Encore on Crave: https://www.crave.ca/en/podcast/encore-the-stories-behind-the-songs-you-love-61728

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to Ruby Car and Her Journey

(02:53) The Evolution of Ruby's Broadcasting Career

(05:52) Navigating Different Radio Markets

(08:52) Family Influence in the Radio Industry

(11:57) Adapting to Change in the Radio Landscape

(14:54) Mentorship and Supporting Young Talent

(24:40) Lessons from Mentorship

(27:46) Creative Challenges and Audience Engagement

(30:52) Balancing Vulnerability and Professionalism

(32:33) Navigating Personal Challenges on Air

(36:36) The Importance of Perspective in Storytelling

(39:35) Content Creation and Authenticity

(42:41) Nurturing Future Voices in Media

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