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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