Krystina Alarcon Carroll

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Krystina Alarcon Carroll contributes features and columns for Barrett Media. She has experience in almost every facet of the industry including: digital and print news; live, streamed, and syndicated TV; documentary and film productions. Her prior employers have included NY1 and Fox News Digital and the Law & Crime Network. You can find Krystina on X (formerly twitter) @KrystinaAlaCarr.

How Jennie Taer of The Daily Wire is Covering the Southern Border

“I didn't go to journalism school, and I think, in a way, that gave me an advantage, because I was just this sponge. I just had an open mind, and went into it, and [continue to have] this amazing experience and journey.”

Newsmax’s Rob Carson Reflects on the Night He Quit Drinking and Really Started Living

"My son demanded that I take a breathalyzer in the middle of the afternoon. I blew a .27.”

NewsNation’s Elizabeth Vargas on Grit, Mentorship, and the Future of Journalism

“There are a lot of people online right now spouting all sorts of things that are categorically biased. I was raised and trained in a culture where there was strict fact-checking and standards.”

Bill O’Reilly is Confronting Evil, and Embracing Media Independence

“There's nothing I can do about [the corrupt media] other than point it out, which I do.”

Why Breaking Up TV Giants May Be the Industry’s Only Hope

The way to rise from the ashes of this burning industry is to be neutral, keep it local, stay fully staffed, and — most importantly — keep big business and political gamesmanship out of your newsroom.

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The News/Talk Radio Industry Reacts to ABC News Radio Using Pre-Recorded Newscasts

"Cost-cutting isn't the issue that concerns me most. Transparency is."

Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

Ultimately, I'm not criticizing SiriusXM for signing this deal. I just don't see the clear necessity behind it, at least not yet.

Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."