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Madden & Summerall: How They Revolutionized NFL Broadcasting

The legendary broadcast duo of John Madden and Pat Summerall didn’t come together through a carefully orchestrated executive plan—it was the result of CBS Sports trying to rein in a broadcast booth known for heavy partying and off-field drama.

In his upcoming book, "Madden & Summerall:  How They Revolutionized NFL Broadcasting," veteran journalist and author Rich Podolsky traces how the unlikely pairing of the fiery coach and the understated play-by-play man reshaped the way America watched football. From risky CBS decisions to iconic Miller Lite commercials, Podolsky offers a behind-the-scenes look at the personalities and pivotal moments that changed NFL television forever.

Beyond sports, Podolsky is a lifelong music fan and the author of "Don Kirshner: The Man with the Golden Ear" and "Neil Sedaka: Rock ‘n’ Roll Survivor." His most recent book, "You Are Looking Live!," revisits his CBS Sports years.

Podolsky has been writing and reporting since the 1970s, with bylines in ESPN, the Philadelphia Daily News, the Palm Beach Post, the Wilmington News Journal, College & Pro Football Newsweekly, and TV Guide. He also served as a staff writer for CBS and earned the Pennsylvania Newspaper Publishers' Keystone Award for writing excellence.

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Lauren Freeman interviewed by Houston Moms

Former KPRC 2 Houston anchor Lauren Freeman joins the "Houston Moms on the Move" podcast to discuss her journey beyond the TV news anchor desk.

Freeman opens up about raising five boys, navigating a career transition, and striving to balance work and family life.

From tackling the challenges of parenthood to empowering others to enhance their communication skills, Freeman shares practical tips and heartfelt stories about motherhood, marriage, and living with purpose.

The former news anchor also shares her rapid-fire Houston recommendations, strategies for managing strong-willed children, and insights into fostering social literacy in kids.

Freeman left KPRC 2 after 16 years in November 2022.

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Julia Fife joins FOX 4 KDFW

Julia Fife is joining the FOX 4 KDFW Dallas-Fort Worth weather department.

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A few months ago, Fife left FOX13 Memphis, WHBQ, where she served as a meteorologist/traffic anchor for Good Morning Memphis.

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"This Texas girl is coming home," Fife posted on Instagram. "Thank you Midsouth for making me a part of your morning routine the past two years. Forever grateful to be a part of the GMM family and for all the amazing people I met along the way. Excited to spend more time with friends & family AND get some sleep!!"

Now, what makes Fife's hiring in the Dallas TV market interesting is that online mentions say she was a contestant on Season 14 of the CMT reality TV show "Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team."

In an episode on media training, the contestants go before the judge and former CBS News Texas chief meteorologist Scott Padgett, who takes umbrage when Fife says she would like to join the squad to help her pursue a future media career. This might have been the catalyst for her getting cut from the competition. 

Who has the last laugh now? Squad goals: Get even with a perfect re-routine!

It turns out that Fife did become a Dallas Mavericks Dancer. 

Fife joined FOX13 Memphis in February 2023.

Before joining FOX13 Memphis, Fife worked as a traffic anchor at KDFW from January 2018 to January 2019. 

Fife holds a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from The University of Texas at Austin. While at UT Austin, she was a member of the Spirit Squad, which prepared her for future endeavors in dance. 

She later pursued her meteorology credentials at Mississippi State University, earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Meteorology in August 2022. 

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Stephanie Serna on how she landed her first job

Stephanie Serna is interviewed by fellow KSAT 12 San Antonio anchor Ernie Zuniga for his "Pickup Lines" podcast.

Serna joined KSAT 12 San Antonio in November 2009 as a general assignments reporter, from reporting roles at KXAN Austin, CBS Austin KEYE, and KWTX 10 in the Waco-Temple-Killeen area.

Her career took a pivotal turn in the mid-1990s at FOX 29 KABB, where she landed a key opportunity after a mix-up involving another hire opened the door for her.

A San Antonio native, Serna graduated from John Jay High School and holds a journalism degree from the University of Texas at Austin.

Dominique Sachse and Vic Mignogna celebrate one year anniversary

Dominique Sachse and her husband Vic Mignogna are celebrating a year of marriage.

You may recall that the DFW-based couple was secretly married in 2024.

They share their biggest lessons, favorite moments, and what surprised them most about married life.

Dale Hansen surprises Pete Delkus for his 20th anniversary at WFAA

Dale Hansen was the latest guest to surprise WFAA 8 Dallas-Fort Worth chief meteorologist Pete Delkus for his 20th anniversary with the now TEGNA station.  

It was like no time had passed between Delkus and the legendary former sports anchor.

Other mystery guests to visit Delkus on-air included former Channel 8 anchor Shelly Slater.

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