If you've wondered what really makes a great journalist, this episode is for you. Rick Brown is a former network field producer and legendary DePaul professor who sent out hundreds of reporters and anchors into newsrooms across the country. Rick's tough love, sharp eye and unmatched storytelling instincts shaped a generation of broadcast journalists. In this heartfelt conversation during his first year of retirement, Rick opens up about the industry he loves, moments that defined him, the joy and chaos of working with students and what it means to leave a legacy behind. Rick also shares the skills every journalist needs and how the industry has changed. If you love stories of passion, purpose and people who guide us, you'll love this one.