Live television’s biggest risk is its lack of an editing process—once something airs, it’s permanent. Anchors must think quickly, delivering breaking news with accuracy. However, a small mistake can have huge consequences. For example, a seasoned anchor misreported critical details during a live international,
crisis. Despite an apology the damage was done. Trust was shattered, and the anchor’s career ended abruptly. This highlights how even experienced anchors are vulnerable to errors, and how swiftly a single mistake can alter everything in live TV.
