Meet Lena Pringle, the new face on Daybreak

December 15, 2022

Lena Pringle is the newest member of WISH-TV's Daybreak team. As George Mallet found out, Lena is nothing short of a ball of energy. George talks to Lena about her path to Indianapolis, starting in South Carolina and progressing through Syracuse University and Jacksonville, Florida.

Going the distance with Drew Blair

November 15, 2022

WISH-TV Midday and 5 PM anchor Drew Blair has been recognized for both her reporting and producing by the Society of Professional Journalists and the Associated Press. This seasoned journalist is passionate about defending the people's right to know, but also about fitness. Drew hosts a regular podcast called "Fitting Indy," and is a devoted long-distance runner, cyclist, swimmer, and triathlete. In this Behind The 8 Podcast, George Mallet talks to Drew about balancing her busy life as a journalist with her commitment to fitness.

WISH-TV’s bilingual reporter Camila Fernandez

October 14, 2022

Camila Fernandez's assignment as WISH-TV's bilingual reporter is a tangible reminder of the station's commitment to serving traditionally underserved communities. Camila is given a lot of autonomy in choosing the stories she thinks are important in Indiana's Latin community. Born in Barranquilla, Columbia, Camila is able to focus on the unique challenges faced by the people who share her Latin heritage. Join George Mallet and Camila Fernandez for this candid discussion about the role Camila plays in WISH-TV's statewide news network.

The Remarkable Ray Brune

September 15, 2022

Raymond J Brune has been nothing short of a juggernaut in the television game. Ray has made a career out of producing personalities. Some of the most famous faces on the air were discovered and mentored by Ray. Ray's creative approach to morning television revolutionized how morning news programs are produced. His unique personality-driven approach is now the industry standard. Ray oversees talent for WISH-TV and sat down for a conversation with George Mallet to pull the curtain back on an amazing career.

Courtney Wiggins on Finding Indiana

August 15, 2022

Courtney Wiggins, a talented news producer for WISH-TV, is also a history buff. Wiggins's curiosity has led her to search for hidden gems in local African-American history. The result is an outstanding series of reports entitled "Finding Indiana." Her reports have included historic profiles of racing legend Charlie Wiggins and cycling phenom Major Taylor. George Mallet talks to Courtney about the Finding Indiana series she is producing in collaboration with WISH-TV's Randall Newsome.

A funny thing about Randall Newsome

July 15, 2022

Randall Newsome is one of the hosts of Life. Style. Live. and All Indiana. What you may not know is that Randall is also a fledgling standup comedian. In this Behind The 8 podcast, WISH-TV's George Mallet interviews Randall about his pursuits outside of television and how those pursuits inform his approach to journalism.

Tara Hastings on meteorology and motherhood

June 16, 2022

Meteorologist Tara Hastings is the very definition of a "sandwich generation" member. At 41, she became a joyful, new mom. Her baby daughter is the light of her life. Now, though, she is also the caregiver for her father who is suffering from early-onset Alzheimer's Disease. In a candid conversation with George Mallet, Tara talks about the rapture of becoming a mother and the challenges of being a new mother at the same time as being the primary caregiver for a patient with Alzheimer's Disease.

Cody Adams chronicles the heroic efforts of the cancer crusaders at Riley Hospital for Children

May 13, 2022

WISH-TV 8 Reporter Cody Adams was working in Terre Haute before he joined WISH-TV. The young reporter was just getting his career and family underway when his baby daughter, Madelyn, was diagnosed with juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia, a rare form of blood cancer. What followed was a prolonged battle against the insidious disease at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health. Maddy's treatment culminated with a life-saving bone marrow transplant. During their daughter's treatment, Cody and his wife, Nicole, befriended other families and patients locked in the same terrifying battle. Happily, Madelyn is now cancer-free. When Cody landed a job at WISH-TV, he wanted to share the stories of those parents, their parents, and the doctors waging war on pediatric cancer. In this podcast, Cody shares his admiration for the courageous cancer warriors at Riley Hospital for Children.

Behind The 8/ Alexis Rogers on Emmitt Till

April 15, 2022

On this edition of Behind The 8, WISH-TV's Alexis Rogers talks about her series of reports on the murder of Emmett Till. Rogers is related to Till and got unprecedented access to those who knew the young man. She talks about how telling this important story impacted her.

Katiera Winfrey creates a whole new beat as WISH-TV’s first Multicultural Reporter

March 22, 2022

Katiera Winfrey has embraced her role as WISH-TV's multicultural reporter. This young but experienced journalist is all about shining a light on Indianapolis communities that have historically been underserved. Winfrey talks about her fact-finding mission, her passion for that work, and the empathy required to tell the stories of our minority communities well.

Television news through the eyes of a long-serving photojournalist

February 15, 2022

George Mallet sits down with veteran photojournalist Marcus Collins. This 33-year veteran has seen it all. From covering a Ku Klux Klan rally as an African-American to shaking the hand of the President, Marcus Collins has covered the big stories in Indianapolis. Marcus shares his thoughts about the changing landscape of television news and the new technologies revolutionizing the medium.

Behind The 8 Gets To Know WISH-TV’s Phil Sanchez

January 26, 2022

Phil Sanchez recently launched WISH-TV's News 8 at 11 with Phil Sanchez. What does it mean to anchor a daily news broadcast that bears the name Phil Sanchez? How has this devoted newsman arrived at this point in his career? Behind the 8's George Mallet sits down with Phil for a revealing interview. 

All Indiana Bets: Halftime

December 01, 2021

Indy's one and only sports betting show, "All Indiana Bets" is halfway through the season. McKinzie welcomes her cohosts Jason Hammer, Scott Long and Producer Petar Hood on the show to talk making money and having WAY too much fun!!!

Are you ready for All Indiana Bets?

September 04, 2021

Anything can happen when McKinzie Roth, Jason Hammer and Scott Long are given an hour to help make you money! Learn more about All Indiana Bets. Tune in from 11 a.m.-noon Saturdays, and noon-1 p.m. Sundays on WISH-TV!

McKinzie welcomes WISH-TV Medical Expert Dr. Jerome Adams

July 09, 2021

Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams is part of WISH-TV’s medical reporting team as WISH-TV’s Medical Expert. Find out what it was REALLY like being the 20th Surgeon General of the United States, why a phone was thrown during a FaceTime with Bill Clinton and whether or not we will need a Covid-19 booster shot!!!

Gr8 Pasta Push

June 07, 2021

McKinzie welcomes Nora Spitznogle, Senior Director of Programs for Second Helpings to the show!

Nora shares the program initiative, finding her passion past 40 and the importance of a life PIVOT.

Start Your Engines

May 26, 2021

McKinzie welcomes Charlie Clifford from WISH-TV’s sports division to give the skinny on full race day coverage, driver mullets and the race party everyone is talking about!!!

I’m Ready for my Close-Up

April 30, 2021

McKinzie welcomes the newest member of the WISH-TV family, Raymond Brune to the show!!! Ray dishes on his time at KTLA, E! News and beyond! He reveals the biggest disappointment he has had in the biz...

Mass shooting at FedEx

April 16, 2021

BREAKING NEWS: McKinzie welcomes Alexis Rogers to brief us minute to minute on the mass shooting at Fed Ex detailing how a newsroom delegates all the moving parts to find and bring our community the facts.

We punch above our weight

February 26, 2021

McKinzie welcomes Julie Goodman, Arts Council of Indianapolis President and CEO. Julie shines light on the resilience of Indy artists through the pandemic, future plans and how you can become involved!

WISH-TV celebrates Black History Month

February 10, 2021

McKinzie Roth chats with co-anchor Alexis Rogers about how WISH-TV is celebrating Black History Month. Alexis shares insight regarding the 25th Anniversary of "Art and Soul" and some fun facts that are sure to blow your mind!!!

WISH-TV celebrates Black History Month

February 10, 2021

McKinzie Roth chats with co-anchor Alexis Rogers about how WISH-TV is celebrating Black History Month. Alexis shares insight regarding the 25th Anniversary of "Art and Soul" and some fun facts that are sure to blow your mind!!!

Loud and Proud 24/7

November 23, 2020

McKinzie welcomes special guest Craig Aron to the show. They dish on the LGBTQ community, Indy dating scene and freedom of being your authentic self.

Baby Love

November 13, 2020

McKinzie welcomes special guest WISH-TV weekend anchor Nina Criscuolo and the youngest guest EVER on Behind the 8, her newborn Claire to the show. Nina reveals weight loss secrets, how she keeps sane with 4 children and spills some hot newsroom tea.

The Truth is LIT

November 06, 2020

McKinzie welcomes 1st time guest to the show, WISH-TV Reporter, Sierra Hignite. The ladies drop makeup tips, address the Karens of the world and reveal why an escape plan is always a must!!!

Podcast: Searching for our ‘King’

October 30, 2020

McKinzie welcomes back avid millennial WISH-TV viewer, Abbie Landrum to discuss what tops the list of CRINGE, the ultimate Halloween Candy and if Phil Sanchez will finally meet his #1 fan!?!

It’s Hammer Time

October 23, 2020

McKinzie welcomes special guest, Jason Hammer from WIBC's "Hammer and Nigel" to the show. They divulge the ultimate dating slogan, the truth behind the infamous John Stamos big head and which WISH-TV meteorologist Hammer has a history with.

Look for a Sign

October 16, 2020

McKinzie welcomes the newest member of WISH-TV, Alexis Rogers to the show. The ladies talk faith, first day nerves, Taco Tuesday and who is a hot mess express in the newsroom!

PMS

October 09, 2020

McKinzie invites back show fave, Phil Sanchez to find out who is better at parking, where to find the best pizza in town and just HOW he got THAT nickname!

Suga Suga how you get so FLY?

October 02, 2020

McKinzie welcomes fascinating guest, Teddy Hoffman to the show! The Entrepreneur who resides in Dallas, dishes on everything from his days on Wall Street to reaching the top of Mount Kilimanjaro to starting up the FLY Brand.

When Worlds Collide

September 25, 2020

McKinzie tests WISH-TV's Charlie Clifford from the sports team on his pop culture knowledge. They dish on everything from Post Malone to the best episode of FRIENDS, to Phillip Rivers big debut as Colts QB.

McKMatchmaker

September 18, 2020

McKinzie welcomes back WISH-TV viewer, stylist Abbie Landrum. The ladies dish on Fall Style, Entertainment Headlines and First Date Essentials!!!

Inside Indy Style

September 11, 2020

McKinzie chats it up with Indy Style Executive Producer, Janine Garner about what it really takes to keep a lifestyle show going full steam ahead. The ladies dish on panic moments in the control room, being a puppet master and Jeremy Piven!

Peace out Producer Porkchop

August 28, 2020

McKinzie and her right hand man/OG producer “Producer Porkchop” reflect on their top rated radio shows, what he watches 24/7 and why he is leaving Indy forever. Mascara Alert!

Glam Time

August 22, 2020

McKinzie gets makeup tips and tricks from professional makeup artist, Jessica Winchell.

Find out what products really work and which are a total waste of money.

Science Behind Skin Care and Looking Good On and Off Camera

August 17, 2020

McKinzie chats with Dr. Gregory Chernoff about the latest in skincare, procedures and what celebs do to maintain that gorgeous glow!

Millennials and Mullets

August 05, 2020

McKinzie’s special guest is stylist Abbie Landrum. She is 21 and gives a millennial perspective on WISH-TV.

The ladies also dish on ghosting, mullets and freshening up your look!

WISH-TV legend, Dick Wolfsie signs off with a final farewell

July 27, 2020

Ahead of his retirement after 40 years in the business, McKinzie and Dick Wolfsie chat about his expansive career, most frightening assignment ever and that infamous jogging pic with Richard Simmons!!!

Long Runs, Romance Novels, Mark Wahlberg, these are a few of my favorite things

July 02, 2020

McKinzie calls special guest, Phil Sanchez out for loving cats, J-lo and those shirtless modeling days.

You not only look like a dumb blonde you park like one

June 30, 2020

McKinzie addresses the “Karens” of the world head on and chats it up with super producer, Lindsay Dailey about what REALLY goes on in the control room.

Bachelorette confessions, sleep divorces and Would you Rather?

June 19, 2020

McKinzie and special guest, Nicole Erickson dish on everything from sleep divorces to the hottest race car drivers plus play a ruthless game of Would you Rather.

Whirlwind Romance & The Weather

June 12, 2020

McKinzie chats it up with special guest, WISH-TV Meteorologist Tara Hastings.

They talk quarantine love, weather predictions and getting bailed out of bad dates!!!

Authenticity is KEY and “Katiera is just Katiera”

June 05, 2020

McKinzie sits down with Multicultural Reporter, Katiera Winfrey who reveals what it is REALLY like covering protests and her new catchphrase!

On the Move with McKinzie and special guest Mike Barz

May 29, 2020

McKinzie chats with anchor Mike Barz about his years at IU, moving every few years, that OMG moment on air and how he auditioned against Ryan Seacrest!!!

Race weekend postponed plus Randall Newsome tells all

May 22, 2020

In this episode of Behind the 8, Entertainment Insider, McKinzie Roth dishes about race weekend now being in August, Brooke Martin having a baby and Randall Newsome explains how his work flow has changed.

Imposter McKinzie and checking in with Kylie Conway

May 15, 2020

McKinzie reveals the next big celeb she’s interviewing, checks in with Daybreaks Kylie Conway and calls out a fake McKinzie!!!

Angry Tweens and Checking in with Brooke Martin

May 08, 2020

McKinzie reveals the actress she’ll be interviewing next, what she learned from chatting with Selena Gomez and we hear from WISH-TV's Brooke Martin.

Brooke tells McKinzie how working from home is REALLY going and why some aspects are a pregnant woman’s dream as far as wardrobe goes! 

Sanchez Spills It

April 29, 2020

In this inaugural podcast of WISH-TV’s Behind The 8, McKinzie gets to know the real Phil Sanchez. Phil answers questions from the fans, talks about growing up, life behind the scenes at WISH-TV and reveals who at WISH-TV is most likely to get in trouble or take your lunch! 

BEHIND THE 8 Trailer

April 15, 2020

From the all new All INdiana Podcast Network, WISH-TV Entertainment Insider McKinzie Roth sneak peaks candid stories and behind the scenes nuggets from your favorite on-air personalities. Nothing is off limits.