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Memphis Mike and FriendsKontji Anthony: Embracing Memphis and InnovationKontji Anthony is TV host, currently serving as the host of "Live at 9," a lifestyle show on WREG-TV. She's a seasoned broadcaster with over 30 years of experience in TV journalism, having worked with esteemed network news affiliates nationwide. She is the founder and CEO of Youdle, a tech platform connecting local suppliers with consumers. She is active in community service, with prominent positions on The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis and the New Memphis Board of Trustees.
2025-11-1351 min
The Sidebar with Eric BarnesS4E35: Kontji Anthony not only talks about her return to TV, she sings!The long-time and much-loved TV anchor talks about her new show on WREG, her career in local journalism and how she saved Eric Barnes from catastrophic embarrassment during a recent mayoral debate. Plus she dances. And sings!
2023-10-2629 min
Verbally Effective PodcastKONTJI ANTHONY LIVE AT COSSITT LIBRARYKontji Anthony is the CEO and co-founder of Youdle. Before Kontji became a technologist, she was the main co-anchor at WMC-TV in Memphis where she worked for 17 years. Kontji sits down with Ena Esco for a live podcast recording at the historic Cossitt Library. She shares that her goal is to scale the tech industry and make Memphis a destination for all things tech. With only 3% of AA in this industry, Kontji makes it her mission to advocate on the importance of teaching kids to code at an early age. In this conversation, you'll hear about Kontji's transition...
2023-07-2459 min
Verbally EffectiveKONTJI ANTHONY LIVE AT COSSITT LIBRARYKontji Anthony is the CEO and co-founder of Youdle. Before Kontji became a technologist, she was the main co-anchor at WMC-TV in Memphis where she worked for 17 years.
Kontji sits down with Ena Esco for a live podcast recording at the historic Cossitt Library. She shares that her goal is to scale the tech industry and make Memphis a destination for all things tech. With only 3% of AA in this industry, Kontji makes it her mission to advocate on the importance of teaching kids to code at an early age. In this conversation, you'll hear about Kontji's transition from news...
2023-07-2459 min
Meanwhile in Memphis with New MemphisRevisiting Culture City, USAEpisode Notes
What is Memphis, Tennessee's most impressive contribution? It’s impact on culture! Memphis has a long list of artists and innovators who continue to shape the world we know today through their influence on arts, music, sports, logistics and more, so let’s raise a glass to a few of the city’s most notable ambassadors!
In today's episode, we revisit a live event -- Celebrate What's Right: Culture City, USA Happy Hour -- which features a power-packed panel sharing their special connections to the 901 and shining a spotlight on the ways that Memphi...
2023-07-0459 min
GRINDSET PodcastGrindset Live From EpicenterOn this Episode of Grindset, Cynthia & Brack host Grindset live from Epicenter with Jessica Taveau, President & CEO of Epicenter Memphis and Kontji Anthony, Founder and CEO of Youdle.
2023-04-2852 min
Meanwhile in Memphis with New MemphisCollective Intelligence of People
"I sat there and I imagined myself 5 to 10 years from that moment [of turning in my journalism resignation], and what would I say to myself? I would've been so disappointed if I hadn't tried to make this idea a reality."
Kontji Anthony, CEO and co-founder of Youdle as well as a New Memphis Board of Trustees member. She along with her two sisters and friend created this start-up from a need they saw locating hard-to-source products in stores.
This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.
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2023-03-2159 min
Ask Alan! The PodcastS2E35 with Evening Anchor of Action News 5 Kontji AnthonyMORE BREAKING NEWS! Evening Anchor of Action News 5, Kontji Anthony, joins the podcast. Growing up in New York, she is excited about being in the Mid-South and showing what makes Memphis, Memphis everyday! For video options, the link below!
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2021-09-0937 min
Faithfully MemphisReprise: Bishop Phoebe and Kontji AnthonyAiring originally on October 15, 2020 on WYXR 91.7 FM in Memphis, TN, this episode of Faithfully Memphis features Bishop Phoebe Roaf in conversation with WMC Action News 5 anchor Kontji Anthony.
2021-09-0243 min
Main and Mulberry: Her TownKontji Anthony, News AnchorOur guest this week is Kontji Anthony, an award-winning news anchor with more than two decades of combined experience anchoring, reporting, producing, and writing for network news television stations across America. She is currently the main co-anchor at WMC Action News 5. During her time on Memphis local news, Kontji has aired reports on the Today Show, conducted interviews for the E! News Network, performed live on CNN, and appears as a guest announcer on regional radio. Behind the scenes, Kontji is a community advocate through organizations like The Boys and Girls Club, Volunteer Memphis, and Big Brothers Big Sisters.
2021-01-261h 01
Succeeding Over All Roadblocks LifecastGlow Up Using Inner Beauty with Kontji AnthonyAward-winning journalist Kontji Anthony is on the podcast to talk about her fascinating career in television, the qualities of inner beauty, and how she is facing a particular roadblock in her life. Kontji is a main co-anchor at WMC-TV Action News 5 in Memphis, Tennessee. Over the past 15 years, she has come into the homes of millions and has more than two decades of combined experience anchoring, reporting, producing and writing for network news television stations across America. Kontji has aired reports on the Today Show, conducted interviews for the E! News Network, performed live on CNN...
2020-11-041h 01Succeeding Over All Roadblocks LifecastGlow Up Using Inner Beauty with Kontji AnthonyAward-winning journalist Kontji Anthony is on the podcast to talk about her fascinating career in television, the qualities of inner beauty, and how she is facing a particular roadblock in her life. Kontji is a main co-anchor at WMC-TV Action News 5 in Memphis, Tennessee. Over the past 15 years, she has come into the homes of millions and has more than two decades of combined experience anchoring, reporting, producing and writing for network news television stations across America. Kontji has aired reports on the Today Show, conducted interviews for the E! News Network, performed live on CNN...
2020-11-041h 01
Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre GroupWhen I grow up I want to be a ReporterInterview to Kontji AnthonyWMC Action News Channel 5
2020-06-0514 min
Verbally EffectiveEPISODE XCVIII | "BREAKING NEWS" w/ KONTJI ANTHONYKontji Anthony is an award-winning news broadcaster who is currently the evening anchor for WMC Action News 5. She has literally lived in every time zone including Iowa, California, North Carolina and Tennessee. Having Caribbean roots, Kontji grew up in New York outside of Manhattan where she received an amazing dose of culture attending Broadway plays, radio city music hall, statue of liberty and the likes. Kontji eventually moved to Washington, DC where she took up communications at Howard University. On this episode you will discover how Kontji entered into news broadcasting, the challenges she faces as a woman, and some...
2019-12-161h 04
re:focus presents - The Haven PrEPPED1.14 Communication on TapBREAKING NEWS: Goldie and Allysun are visited by the one and only Kontji Anthony, superstar anchor at WMC-TV5. Together, the trio delve into communication, taboo, and Kontji's journey to journalistic excellence. Consider the tap dancers in the background our gift to you.
2019-04-0349 min