Emily Compagno joins Joe Fahmy for a wide-ranging conversation filled with wisdom, wit, and behind-the-scenes stories. From balancing faith and pressure in the newsroom to the creation of her New York Times bestselling book Under His Wings, Emily shares insights from her time as an attorney, Fox News anchor, Raiders cheerleader, and podcast host. They dive into the psychology behind true crime, the power of resilience, the physical demands of live TV, the importance of service dogs, and a surprise story about a spilled coffee emergency moments before going on-air. Stay tuned for life lessons, comedy ambitions, and why her favorite phrase might just be “the husband did it.”
00:00 – Emily Compagno Joins the Show
00:25 – Accomplishments vs. Core Identity
01:45 – How Emily Stays Happy & Grounded
03:40 – Tools for Handling Stress On Air
05:00 – Behind the Scenes at Fox News
07:10 – Chaos of Live Broadcasting
09:00 – Biggest On-Air Challenges
11:15 – Public Speaking vs. Camera Work
12:50 – Emily’s Fox True Crime Podcast
14:30 – Real Stories from Survivors & Criminals
16:20 – True Crime's Deeper Purpose
17:15 – Legal Career vs. Media Career
18:35 – Interviewing President Trump
20:00 – Most Memorable Guests
21:00 – The Notorious Art Forger Interview
22:00 – Funniest On-Air Bloopers
24:00 – Coffee Spill Emergency on Hannity
25:20 – Emily’s Hidden Comedy Side
26:30 – Will Joe & Emily Try Stand-Up?
27:25 – Mentors Who Shaped Her Career
29:10 – Emily’s Workout Routine & Fitness Philosophy
31:25 – Nutrition, Protein & Apple Cider Vinegar Hacks
33:10 – Thoughts on Longevity & Health Habits
34:15 – Emily’s Book “Under His Wings”
36:30 – Family Military Stories & Gold Star Mothers
38:10 – Visiting Sadr City & Meeting U.S. Troops
41:00 – Reuniting with Col. Tim Carter
42:15 – Voices of Soldiers & Faith in Combat
43:50 – Why the Book Became a NYT Bestseller
45:15 – Future Books & Current Touring Life
47:00 – K9 Hurricane Heroes Charity
49:45 – A Bill to Help Retired Military Dogs
51:30 – Final Advice for Viewers
53:15 – Why Joe Fahmy Is the Ultimate Connector
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