Brody Logan, Paternity Leave & Advice for Young Journalists
Big Bites with Caroline Collins
Release Date: 03/14/2024
Big Bites with Caroline Collins
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Summary Caroline Collins and Lexi Collins discuss their podcast setup, the origin of the Big Bites podcast, Caroline's passion for food, and her love for eating. They also talk about naming the podcast and their dynamic as sisters. They share childhood memories and discuss their fashion choices and style evolution. Lexi talks about her clothing line and influencer boxes, while Caroline talks about her journey into influencing and her experience with TikTok. They also discuss Lexi's career as a female DJ and her music style. The conversation concludes with Caroline's experience in grad school....
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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...
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Summary Caroline Collins introduces her podcast, 'Big Bites with Caroline Collins,' and explains the origin of the name. She shares her background as a news anchor and reporter, as well as her passion for food and reporting on food-related stories. Caroline expresses her desire for longer conversations and storytelling beyond the constraints of traditional news formats. She aims to motivate and inspire listeners to step outside their comfort zones and pursue their goals. The podcast will feature a variety of guests and topics, and Caroline encourages audience engagement and feedback. ...
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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