Jim Donovan retires after 40 years of consumer advocacy | In Your Corner Podcast, Ep. 6

In this episode, CBS News Philadelphia consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz talks with Jim Donovan, who is signing off after 22 years at CBS Philadelphia and nearly 40 years in journalism.

Jim reflects on his career as the "On Your Side" consumer investigative reporter, going undercover for hidden camera investigations, helping viewers fight scams, and even saving their homes during the Great Recession.

He shares why he set his retirement date back in 2008, how consumer reporting became his calling, and what's next for him after leaving the anchor desk.

The In Your Corner Podcast from CBS News Philadelphia is dedicated to finding solutions to help you better manage your money, spot the latest scams, and understand your consumer rights so you can protect yourself.

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00:00 Jim Donovan's retirement
02:14 The post‑it plan
03:34 From crime scenes to consumer reporting
07:09 Hidden‑camera sting up in smoke
11:08 Price‑tag swaps investigation
15:03 Frugal habits & planning for retirement
16:35 Teaching money early; school gaps
19:10 Career-defining investigations
24:37 Jim stands up to a priest
28:13 Philly community & passing the torch
30:32 'Book Face' classes & COVID community
33:52 Retirement isn't goodbye
34:36 Jim's third act

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