Steve Anderson is a teacher, actor, writer, husband, father, and voracious learner. Steve grew up in the Chicago area, was an outstanding high school athlete, and played collegiate baseball. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in theatrical arts and later received a master’s degree in English from Utah State University. He has taught drama and playwriting at Viewmont High School in Bountiful where he has been a student favorite for more than 25 years. Steve has written several screenplays, three of which have been produced, including one by the Disney Channel. He’s also acted in 50 movies and has written a novel titled: Ashes of the Red Heifer. Steve says he believes everything in his career has prepared him well for the opportunity to be part of this unique news program on KJZZ. He can converse fl uently on topics ranging from Tolstoy, to tax reform, to teenagers. Steve is always reading and has a particular fondness for biographies of the founding fathers. He has a remarkable ability to bring context and thoughtful insights to the news and issues of the day. Steve is married with five children.

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