Randy Douthit is a name that any television fan should know. The crossfire producer played a pivotal role in the show’s development and success as it became one of CNN’s most-watched programs worldwide. Douthit has been in the media industry for over 25 years and has worked with big network companies, including; ABC and HBO.
Impact and legacy of the show:
Randy Douthit says the show has impacted the political landscape in the US and has given way to many high-profile political leaders. He says the show has influenced people across the dial and significantly impacted future leaders. The show has also added a significant amount of insight into the current happenings in the political world. One of the reasons the show was so successful is its ability to bring together different ideologies and opinions from different sides of the spectrum.
According to Douthit, ‘Crossfire’ was never about taking sides; it was about having perspective. He says it shows that people can get along despite having differences. The show also helped engage many young people in politics who would have otherwise considered politics as something boring. Douthit says the show’s development was a collaborative process between CNN and many prominent political journalists.
Douthit also states that the show has left a legacy; the show has been a learning tool for young people and will continue to be one in the future. He says that the show was instrumental in showing people that politics was not a dull science; it was a dynamic art and should be approached with intelligence.
The coming of technology and its impact on the media:
Douthit believes that technology has greatly impacted the media and continues to do so. He says the technology has made it easier for people to stay informed in real-time and has also helped them engage more with politics. Douthit highlights that people needed to be more informed about politics in the past, as information dissemination was primarily done through print media.
Randy Douthit believes that this change is good for the media and that every media should strive to embrace and enhance the new opportunities provided by technology. He believes that it is vital for the media to stay ahead of the curve and not keep falling behind. The crossfire producer sends a message to people who want to get into the industry; learn how to use technology. Learn how social media tools can be used to gain an audience and be more efficient in doing your job.