Pittsburgh News Anchor, Heather Abraham, Talks Career & Kids
Big Bites with Caroline Collins
Release Date: 03/25/2024
Big Bites with Caroline Collins
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Summary Heather Abraham, host of Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh on KDKA, shares her career journey and the challenges she faced in launching a new show. She discusses her background and education, including her decision to major in broadcast journalism. Heather also talks about moving from New York to Pittsburgh and the process of getting hired at KDKA. She shares her experiences as a reporter and the transition to the anchor desk. Heather opens up about the challenges of balancing work and motherhood and the decision to focus on Talk Pittsburgh. She also mentions the addition of a...
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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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Heather Abraham, host of Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh on KDKA, shares her career journey and the challenges she faced in launching a new show. She discusses her background and education, including her decision to major in broadcast journalism. Heather also talks about moving from New York to Pittsburgh and the process of getting hired at KDKA. She shares her experiences as a reporter and the transition to the anchor desk. Heather opens up about the challenges of balancing work and motherhood and the decision to focus on Talk Pittsburgh. She also mentions the addition of a co-anchor on the show. Heather Abraham, a news anchor and journalist, discusses her career journey, balancing work and family life, and the challenges of being a firefighter's wife. She shares her experiences of finding fulfillment in her career and motherhood, as well as the impact on her family and relationships. Heather also opens up about her husband's injury as a firefighter and the recovery process. She highlights the unique spirit of Pittsburgh and talks about her future plans and the process of moving. Lastly, she discusses the challenges of social media and parenting.
Takeaways
Heather Abraham started her career as a reporter and eventually transitioned to the anchor desk.
She faced challenges in balancing work and motherhood, especially during the early morning shifts.
Heather launched a new show called Talk Pittsburgh, which combines interviews and lifestyle segments.
The planning process for launching a new show involves multiple meetings and adjustments. Finding fulfillment in both career and motherhood is possible with the right balance and support system.
Balancing work and family life requires open communication and equal responsibility.
Being a firefighter's wife comes with unique challenges and concerns for safety.
Recovering from a loved one's injury can be a difficult and emotional journey.
Pittsburgh has a strong sense of community and passion for its sports teams.
Future plans should be approached with an open mind, leaving room for unexpected opportunities.
Navigating social media as a parent requires setting boundaries and prioritizing online safety.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Honoring the Guest
01:09 Heather's Career Journey and Launching Talk Pittsburgh
04:05 Choosing a College and Meeting Her Husband
05:11 Moving to New York and Starting Her Career
06:00 Moving for First Job and Settling in Pittsburgh
07:31 Getting Hired at KDKA and Returning to Pittsburgh
08:07 Internships and Connections in Pittsburgh
09:15 Transitioning from New York to Pittsburgh
10:37 Working in Pittsburgh and Adjusting to a Smaller City
11:24 Starting as a Reporter and Moving to the Anchor Desk
12:11 Challenges of Morning Anchoring
13:14 Balancing Work and Motherhood
14:18 Transitioning to PTL and Talk Pittsburgh
15:23 Launching Talk Pittsburgh and the Planning Process
17:38 Introduction and Background
18:12 Finding Fulfillment in Career and Motherhood
19:48 Balancing Work and Family Life
21:30 Impact on Family and Relationships
23:38 Challenges of Being a Firefighter's Wife
26:00 Recovery from Husband's Injury
28:30 The Unique Spirit of Pittsburgh
29:08 Future Plans and Moving
30:32 Social Media and Parenting
33:03 Navigating the Challenges of Social Media
34:11 Closing Remarks
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