Brian Calfano is a distinguished journalist, professor, documentary filmmaker, and author with expertise in political and journalistic issues of the twentieth century. He has built a reputation for his work across various fields, including media and academia. He is the first scholar-in-residence at Latakoo, a video management solutions company providing services to top-tier news organizations such as NBC Universal, Nexstar, and Charter Spectrum. Additionally, he holds a courtesy appointment at the University of North Texas in the Department of Political Science.
Brian’s career in journalism spans multiple roles, including anchor, reporter, political analyst, and producer. He worked as an anchor and host at KSNT 27 News, contributing political coverage for regions in Kansas, such as Topeka, Wichita, and Kansas City. His role at Spectrum News 1 Ohio involved producing series on political and social issues and providing commentary on breaking political news events.
Brian R Calfano contributed to KOLR10 as a producer and anchor in Springfield, Missouri. He helped create several noteworthy programs, including a one-hour memorable celebration of Missouri’s bicentennial and a 16-part series focusing on the US Constitution. He also hosted “Morningline,” a public affairs radio show on News Talk 560AM KWTO, where he interviewed public officials and discussed political topics. In addition, he participated as a media panelist in congressional debates on KOLR10.
Brian’s most notable achievement is his documentary, Al Primo & His Eyewitness Revolution, which chronicles the early history of television news. The documentary has received several prestigious awards, including Best Documentary at the 2024 Golden Nugget International Film Festival in London, and was selected for distribution on PBS stations across the United States.
Brian has earned numerous accolades throughout his journalism career, including First Place in Education Issues Reporting from the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists and nominations from the National Association of Television Arts & Sciences. He authored US Political Reporting and is working on a new book about a former New York news anchor.
In addition to his media work, Brian has had a successful academic career. He served as Head/Chair of the University of Cincinnati’s Department of Journalism, where he introduced several new initiatives, including a TV news studio and a student documentary project. He has taught at various institutions and contributed to academic research projects.
Outside of his professional career, he supports charitable causes like the ASPCA and Doctors Without Borders. A New Jersey native, he attended the University of North Texas and is an ordained deacon in the Presbyterian Church (USA). Brian Calfano’s contributions continue to influence the media and academic fields, with a lasting impact on students, journalists, and audiences alike.
