EPISODE · Feb 27, 2026 · 52 MIN
Why People Don’t Trust the Media Anymore | Calvin Hughes
from A Day in Miami Show · host A Day in Miami
Calvin Hughes shares his journey from reporter to becoming one of Miami’s most trusted news anchors. He discusses how the media industry has changed, why trust in news has declined, and the decision behind Channel 10 going independent.He also reflects on reporting major events like 9/11, handling viral interviews, adapting to social media, and the responsibility of being a credible voice in journalism.This episode provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at the news industry and the future of media.Manny Alfonso:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/Kiko Suarez:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/Eduardo Moya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/Follow Us! - A Day in Miami:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID________________________Produced by: Ben SchwedeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/0:00 Intro1:56 Beginning of His Career6:17 Coffee Break7:21 First Gig as an Anchor11:05 Reporter vs News Anchor12:53 Most Touching News Story15:38 Preparation to Report17:14 Reporting on 9/1118:47 How Social Media Has Changed the Industry22:33 Channel 10 Going Independent26:52 Importance of Being Relatable and Trustworthy29:30 Why They Decided to Go Independent31:51 Monetizing Locally33:22 Channel 10 Originals34:48 Viral Debate36:33 Toughest Interview39:14 Media Credibility45:43 Teaching at University of Miami48:49 Top 3 Restaurants51:21 Who He Respects the Most52:05 Outro
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Calvin Hughes shares his journey from reporter to becoming one of Miami’s most trusted news anchors. He discusses how the media industry has changed, why trust in news has declined, and the decision behind Channel 10 going independent.He also reflects on reporting major events like 9/11, handling viral interviews, adapting to social media, and the responsibility of being a credible voice in journalism.This episode provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at the news industry and the future of media.Manny Alfonso:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/Kiko Suarez:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/Eduardo Moya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/Follow Us! - A Day in Miami:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID________________________Produced by: Ben SchwedeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/0:00 Intro1:56 Beginning of His Career6:17 Coffee Break7:21 First Gig as an Anchor11:05 Reporter vs News Anchor12:53 Most Touching News Story15:38 Preparation to Report17:14 Reporting on 9/1118:47 How Social Media Has Changed the Industry22:33 Channel 10 Going Independent26:52 Importance of Being Relatable and Trustworthy29:30 Why They Decided to Go Independent31:51 Monetizing Locally33:22 Channel 10 Originals34:48 Viral Debate36:33 Toughest Interview39:14 Media Credibility45:43 Teaching at University of Miami48:49 Top 3 Restaurants51:21 Who He Respects the Most52:05 Outro
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