In this episode of Control Room Conversations, John sits down with veteran news executive Sarah Walters, whose career has taken her to news Markets from Des Moines to Seattle, Chicago, New York. With decades of experience leading teams in high-pressure news environments, Sarah shares how she’s guided content strategy, managed breaking news, and kept newsroom operations running smoothly when every second counts. They talk about what it means to lead with integrity in a deadline-driven industry, the importance of mentorship and representation for women in media, and how newsroom culture thrives when collaboration and trust are at the core. Now back in her home state of Iowa, Sarah reflects on finding balance and perspective after years in top markets.

Michael Sanchez is a multimedia professional with 20+ years of experience in live event production at AEG, working as a Replay Operator, Technical Director, and Camera Operator.    Currently an Instructional Designer at Cal State Fullerton.   Michael combines technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and strong communication skills with a passion for music and collaboration.   You can find him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-sanchez-20b25384/    

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