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In this episode, Devin is joined by fellow news producer Marquee McLain, who works for CBS New York. Marquee has been at CBS New York since 2025, where she helped Paramount implement a new O&O news station called CBS News Atlanta. Marquee McLain is from Salt Lake City, Utah, and graduated from the University of Utah. Her journalism career has taken her to Nexstar media group where she worked for the Utah affiliate news station. She produced the 5pm, 10pm and 'Inside Utah' political show. She joined NBC 7 San Diego in 2021 where she produced for the 4:30/5/6am morning shows, 5pm afternoon show, and the 'Politically Speaking' political special. During her free time, she loves to travel and also runs a food page called 'FK ME UP,' where she gives ratings and reviews of food places in various cities she visits. Feel free to visit Marquee's Linkedin page here.

In this episode, Devin is joined by KBTX News 3 Sports Reporter/MMJ Morgan Weaver. The two discuss what it's like to cover sports in a small market, the best pieces of advice that helped them as journalists, how to navigate comfortability while being live on air and so much more. Morgan Weaver covers sports for KBTX News 3 (Bryan/College Station, TX). In her job, Morgan is known for covering high school football, Texas sports as well as Texas A&M Aggies athletics. Morgan graduated from the University of Maryland with a bachelor's degree in journalism back in May 2021. Since then, her journalism journey has brought her through various internships (ABC 7, ESPN's Pardon the Interruption) before arriving at KBTX. You can follow Morgan on Twitter (@Morganweaver_).

In this episode, Devin is joined by KRON 4 News reporter Jack Molmud. Jack is a graduate of San Diego State University, and a former editor for The Daily Aztec, SDSU's student newspaper. The two discuss his experience going outside your comfort zone as a reporter, what it's like to return to your hometown market as a journalist, how to cover tragedies such as the 2023 Lewiston mass shooting, and various nuances reporters pick up as they get experience in small markets.

In this episode, Devin is joined by NBC Bay Area reporter Jocelyn Moran. Jocelyn is a graduate of San Diego State University, and a former editor for The Daily Aztec, SDSU's student newspaper. The two discuss what it's like to be a journalist working inside your hometown, what it was like to navigate starting a career during a pandemic, and how to grow confidence in your own style of reporting and writing. Jocelyn Moran is a Bay Area native. You can catch her on NBC Bay Area news from Monday-Friday. Feel free to follow Jocelyn on Twitter @jocelynamoran.

In this episode, Devin is joined by former Daily Aztec/SDSU Alum and KYMA 11 Sports/Weather Anchor Luis Lopez. The two go in depth on what its like to cover a Super Bowl in Las Vegas, how you go about finding stories that connect with viewers in small market news stations and so much more. Luis Lopez is a Sports/Weather Anchor for KYMA 11/CBS 13 in Yuma, Arizona. He has covered Super Bowls in Las Vegas and Phoenix, wrote stories surrounding COVID-19, Dust Storms and even a little bit of high school sports. He is from Concord, CA and is a fan of the Las Vegas Raiders and San Francisco Giants. Feel free to follow Luis on Twitter @LuisLopezMedia.

In this episode, Devin recaps his favorite moments from 2023 in his personal life and also his journalism career so far. He also shares some thoughts and words of advice he's carrying with him into the new year. Feel free to follow Devin on Twitter @devinwhatley, and also follow the podcast on Instagram @ontherecordpod.

In this episode, Devin is joined by Anna Witte, broadcast analyst for the NWSL, Big Ten Network and Charleston Southern University. The two begin the first half of the episode by talking about how Anna got into sports broadcasting, what her experience is like covering sporting events in the booth and so much more! Devin and Anna also take a deep dive into the National Women's Soccer League. With Decision Day approaching and playoff bids on the line, the two break down where things stand among the teams, what games are worth watching, who's a dark horse heading into playoffs and predict who will make it to the NWSL Championship. Follow Anna Witte on X (@annawitte_) and also follow the podcast on Instagram (@ontherecordpod).

In this episode, Devin is joined by NBC 7 Reporter/Meteorologist Brooke Martell. The two discuss her experience working everyday as a news reporter, take an inside look into the world of weather forecasting, discuss the highlights of her reporting career so far, her experience taking part in a TEDxTalk event and so much more! Brooke Martell is a Journalist, Reporter and Meteorologist for NBC 7 San Diego News. Brooke is a graduate of San Diego State University, and recently earned her Meteorology degree at Mississippi State University. Feel free to follow Brooke on X (@brookemartell) and Instagram (@brookemartelltv). You can also email her with any questions or story ideas at [email protected].

In this episode, Devin is joined by NBC 7 Emmy-Winning Reporter/MMJ Dana Williams. The two discuss her experience working everyday as a news reporter/mmj, the highlights of her reporting career so far, her recent detour into working as a college professor and so much more! Dana Williams is an Emmy-Winning Journalist, Reporter and MMJ for NBC 7 San Diego News. A graduate of Point Loma Nazarene University, Dana's journalism journey included time at The Point, PLNU's Student Newspaper, internships at the assignment desk for ABC 7 in the Bay Area, and more places before landing her job at NBC 7. Feel free to follow Dana on Twitter (@danawilliamstv) and Instagram (@newswithdana). You can also email her with any questions or story ideas at [email protected].

In this episode, KTIV Sports Anchor/MMJ Amber Salas joins the show to reflect on her one year mark entering as a reporter in TV News, discuss her experience at "Volleyball Day" in Nebraska, her experience working in a smaller market and so much more. Amber Salas is a Sports Anchor/MMJ for KTIV, the NBC affiliate in Sioux City, Iowa. Her job covers a variety of sports, from Wayne State volleyball, to Iowa Football, and even high school sports across the midwest. Amber is an alumna of San Diego State University, and former sports staff writer for The Daily Aztec, San Diego State University's student newspaper. For the latest on Amber Salas, follow her on Twitter @AmberSalasKTIV and @ambersalass

In this episode, I share a few thoughts where I'm at in my career right now, what's inspiring me at the moment, some reflections about producing in tv news, plus give a little shoutout to my city, San Diego. Follow the podcast on Instagram @ontherecordpod and host Devin Whatley on Twitter/X @devinwhatley.

In this episode, Devin is joined by fellow SDSU and Daily Aztec alum Josh Suchon, play-by-play announcer for the Albuquerque Isotopes. The two discuss his journey from calling games at Peterson Gym to the baseball diamond in Albuquerque. Suchon also breaks down the importance SDSU had in the growth of his career, plus the two discuss his experiences writing books on Barry Bonds and a hometown murder case. Josh Suchon is a play-by-play announcer for the Albuquerque Isotopes, a Triple-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies. Josh's journalism career started when he graduated from San Diego State in 1996 with a bachelor's degree in journalism. He spent time broadcasting games for KCR College Radio and also writing several sports stories and columns for The Daily Aztec. From there, Suchon spent time doing play-by-play for various teams/companies, including WCC Digital, University of Nevada, ESPNU, ESPN3, as well as Dodgers and Rockies spring training games. You can follow Josh on Twitter @Josh_Suchon.

In this episode, Devin is joined by Kyle Betz, AM Live Center Reporter for KBAK-29 in Bakersfield, CA. The two discuss his experience working in a smaller market for journalism, the difference in experience of going to grad school at Arizona State, his journalism upbringing, the pariah behind this year's March Madness and so much more.       Kyle Betz is an AM Live Center Reporter for KBAK-29 in Bakersfield, CA. Kyle graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and from San Diego State University with a Bachelor's degree in journalism. You can follow Kyle on Twitter @KyleBBetz.

In this episode, Devin is joined by freelance journalist Roxy Becerril. The two discuss what it is like to work as a freelance journalist, how the system works, and whether it is going to change in the future. Devin and Roxy also talk about Roxy's experiences as a member of NAHJ, what that experience is like as a writer to visit new and emerging HiFi clubs and check out Nick Jonas' new Gaslamp Bar, and so much more.       Roxy Becerril is a freelance journalist who currently publishes work for The Eater, San Diego Magazine, San Diego Union-Tribune and other publications. Roxy graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor's degree in journalism. You can follow Roxy on Twitter @RoxyBecerril and on Instagram @Roxy.Becerril.

In this episode, Devin is joined by fellow co-worker and NBC 7 News Producer Kelsie Morgan. The two discuss their journalism journey, give an inside look into the world of producing TV News, and so much more!   Kelsie Morgan is a News Producer for NBC 7 News in San Diego. She produces the 6pm newscast, and has done other shows as well. Before her time at NBC 7, she spent four years at 4 News Now in Spokane, Washington. Kelsie is an alum of Gonzaga University. Feel free to follow her on Twitter @Kelsie__Morgan.