Michael Krantz is a daily news writer for Barrett Media. His background includes experience in sports writing, content production, affiliate relations, and digital publishing. Prior to joining Barrett, Michael worked for iHeart Media as a sports producer, where he wrote and produced sports updates for 40+ major markets including New York, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Dallas. Additionally, as an integral part of the affiliate relations team at Krantz Media Group (KMG), Michael specialized in direct station outreach, pitching independent program directors and major market station groups for clearances of premium syndicated content, including the critically acclaimed "John Lennon: The Final Interview" radio special (30th anniversary commemorative program). He can be reached by email at krantzmk1991@gmail.com.