Lauren Ashburn
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Lauren Ashburn is a weekly television columnist for Barrett Media, and the founder of Ashburn Media Company. She is a television veteran who has anchored and executive produced network and cable news programs, and served as a contributor to Fox News, the Daily Beast and PBS NewsHour. Her written work has been published by The Washington Post and Wall Street Journal, and she appears on television talking about media and politics. Ashburn has interviewed US Presidents, members of Congress, high-profile celebrities, and covered political conventions and debates. She has even reported on the Iraq War from the front lines, covered 9/11 from the Pentagon, and anchored from the US/Mexico border. You can find her on X at @LaurenAshburn.
A graduate of Columbia Journalism School’s master’s program, Ashburn was also Managing Editor of Gannett Broadcasting and USA Today Live and Managing Editor and Anchor of the evening news on EWTN. She is the founder of Ashburn Media Company.
Exclusive articles:
Why Lester Holt and Martha Raddatz Treated Coverage of Pope Leo XIV So Passionately
The wall-to-wall coverage from Rome blew everything else off the screen.
Why Donald Trump Needs Interviewers Like Terry Moran and Kristen Welker
Television news has plenty of flaws, and so do journalists, but it still has more impact than all but a few podcasters. Especially in the hands of a president.
Why the White House Correspondents’ Dinner Was and Will Continue to Be a Snoozer
Television used to revel in playing clips of jabs or funny comedian lines. This year, the shows were pretty much left empty-handed.
Why Dan Abrams is Going All-In on YouTube
"I do believe that as long as we have people who have something unique and special, we can be successful."
How Networks Like Fox Business and CNBC Helped Shape Donald Trump’s View on Tariffs
It's no secret that President Trump hates negative coverage and counters it by attacking the media. But the anti-tariff bellringing, especially from some of his supporters, proved too much.
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NBA Draft Round 1 Averages 3.77 Million Viewers Across ESPN, ABC
Although the overall viewership number was down, consumption of the first half-hour of the proceedings averaged 5.05 million viewers, marking a 4% proliferation from the previous year.
Jenny Hobby To Exit Star 94 Atlanta For CURE Childhood Cancer
“For the past 25 years, radio has given me a dynamic career and an influential voice in our community. But going through a cancer battle with your child changes you forever."
‘The Bo Corona Show’ Expands To Two Texas Markets
“I am truly honored to bring ‘The Bo Corona Show’ to each new Texas city,” said Bo Corona.
Real Talk 93.3 Bought By Magic Broadcasting CEO Jon Jopling
“As someone who has lived and worked in Tallahassee for over 23 years, I understand how important it is for our city to have trusted local voices on the airwaves.”