From chasing severe storms to a close encounter with an alligator, WBBJ News Director Stan Sanders has seen it all. In the newest episode of the Pocket Change Podcast, Sanders shares captivating stories from his years in journalism—revealing how he navigates both breaking news and heartwarming community stories, what keeps him passionate about the industry, and why he believes education is vital to building stronger communities.
00:46 – How did you enter the world of news & broadcast?
01:52 – What was your early career like?
04:03 – What brought you to West Tennessee?
04:48 – How long have you been with WBBJ?
05:15 – What does a typical day at the station look like for you?
06:06 – On slower days, how do you find the news if it hasn’t found you?
07:17 – How do you focus on the positive in the news when there’s often so much negative?
08:42 – How has the shift from traditional to digital media affected how you do your job?
12:40 – What are the most powerful & memorable stories you’ve covered?
17:09 –What keeps you coming back every day?
18:01 – What inspired you to help the community by serving on the board of the Leaders Education Foundation?
20:44 – What’s the best financial advice you’ve ever been given?
22:39 – If you had extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on?
Learn more about WBBJ News by visiting wbbjtv.com.
The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com.
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