In this episode of ChompCast, Jordan sits down with Liz Levine, Senior Manager of Affiliate Relations at CBS Television Network, to unpack what it really takes to build a long-term career in broadcast media.

With more than 17 years at CBS, Liz has worked her way up from Coordinator to Senior Manager, serving as a key liaison between the network and more than 140 affiliate stations nationwide. She shares what affiliate relations actually looks like behind the scenes, how negotiation and relationship-building drive the media industry, and why communication skills matter just as much as credentials.

A proud University of Florida alum and former UF Alumni Association Leader of the Year, Liz also reflects on her career path, lessons learned along the way, and advice she’d give students and young professionals hoping to break into media, communications, or corporate leadership roles. From navigating high-pressure environments to advocating for yourself and others, this episode offers a candid look at the people who make major networks run.