Mireya Villarreal, National Correspondent, ABC News

In this podcast, we discuss Mireya Villarreal’s experiences in network journalism, focusing on the challenges women face in the industry, the emotional toll of covering tragedies, and the importance of local journalism. She shares personal anecdotes from her career and the complexities of reporting on sensitive issues like the Uvalde shooting and Kerrville flooding. The discussion highlights the importance of trust and teamwork among journalists, as well as the ethical considerations in crisis reporting. Mireya talks about her experiences as a national correspondent, the dynamics of reporting in Texas, and the challenges journalists face in today’s rapidly changing media landscape. She stresses the importance of local news, the human element in reporting, and the need for integrity in journalism. The discussion also touches on the significance of crew relationships in the field.

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This podcast focuses on network news crews working in the field. It is co-produced by Larry Warner, a staff camera operator and editor for CBS News, and Bryan Baeta, a production sound mixer. Both Warner and Baeta hail from the San Francisco Bay Area and are involved in the network news business.

Get in touch with us if you have interview suggestions. larrylwarner@gmail.com / bryan@baeta.org

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