Second Cup of Joe...and John, Guest: Frank Sutherland – Former Tennessee Editor (1999-2004)

Journalism was in Frank’s blood from about the time the doctor spanked him to give him breath.  Sutherland, a long-time investigative reporter, rose to the highest post at the Tennessean newspaper.  He succeeded the legendary John Seigenthaler and among his first big challenges, covering the 2000 Presidential election that wasn’t decided for weeks.  Among his first big scoops, going undercover to expose abuses at a mental ward.  Oh, we can’t forget he wrote a wine column and offers advice on the best value grape juice.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  THE HEADLINE THE DAY AFTER 2000 ELECTION DAY WAS…, WHY JOURNALISTS CAN’T DO WHAT HE DID BACK IN THE DAY, AND SOCIAL MEDIA CAN BE THE DEVIL.