Off Deadline
Off Deadline goes beyond the headlines to reveal what really happens when the cameras stop rolling and the deadlines pass. Host Melissa DiGianfilippo, Founder and CEO of Proof Publicity, creates a rare safe space where top journalists drop their professional guard to share the moments that changed everything—the ethical crossroads that kept them awake, the sources that most surprised them, the stories that broke them, and the victories no one will ever write about.
From the hilarious disasters to the heart-stopping close calls, veteran journalists share the wild, unforgettable moments that never made it into their reporting. These are the behind-the-scenes confessions, the career-defining chaos, and the human moments that remind us why journalism is equal parts calling and complete madness. This isn't about breaking news—it's about the people who lived through the craziest moments while chasing the story, and the experiences they'll never forget.
If you've ever wondered what it really takes to be a storyteller in our chaotic world, Off Deadline delivers the raw, unfiltered truth behind journalism's most compelling voices.
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Off Deadline
Catherine Anaya on the Career She Built and the Life She Refused to Miss
Catherine Anaya is a three-time Emmy Award winning journalist, longtime Phoenix news anchor, and the host of Horizonte on Arizona PBS. With more than 35 years in broadcast journalism, she has interviewed world leaders, built deep trust with viewers, and shaped how Arizona understands its most important stories.
In this episode of Off Deadline, Catherine reflects on the career she built, the moments that changed her perspective, and the personal decisions that allowed her to stay present for the life she refused to miss.
In this episode, Catherine shares:
- How a college editor unexpectedly changed the direction of her career
- The insecurity and constant movement behind television news contracts
- Anchoring live during major breaking news and carrying the emotional weight of the job
- How her work on Buddy Check 12 showed her the real-world power of journalism
- Why she chose to step away from full-time television at the height of her career
- How she redefined success after decades in the spotlight
- Advice for journalists and high achievers navigating career crossroads
This conversation is an honest look at ambition, impact, and the clarity that comes with choosing what matters most.
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Guest: https://www.instagram.com/catherineanaya
Horizonte on Arizona PBS: https://www.instagram.com/arizonapbs
Host: https://www.instagram.com/melissadflip
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