<div>Formerly the sports editor of New of the World, Paul McCarthy now runs his own agency specialising in training and crisis management. He's also Executive Secretary of the Football Writers' Association.<br><br>He speaks with Alison about how gruelling a career in sports media can be and why he pivoted in his career to get a better work-life balance.<br><br>Follow Alison on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok @AliBenderTV</div>

S1: Martyn Ziegler from The Times

Talent Takes Time is a series of conversations with people who work in sports media: from presenters, pundits, commentators and reporters to media trainers, executive producers and heads of channel. 

It’s an insight into this ruthless industry, focussing on the challenges and harsh truths for anyone who wants to enter the industry, or is curious to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes. 

It is presented by Alison Bender who has spent 20 years in the industry as a producer and presenter. 

If you’d like to learn more, make sure you follow her on all her social channels @alibendertv and go to www.alisonbender.com/skills for her free tips on getting into the industry.

The series is produced as part of the HWY61 Network. For more podcasts like this one, visit www.HWY61.media
