Welcome to The Broad Agenda™
Where politics, culture & conversation meet.
Hi, I’m Carrie Scharbo.
I am an Emmy Award-winning journalist, former television news reporter, entrepreneur and civic organizer. I have built a career recognizing where attention and influence are moving next.
Now I am the founder and editor-in-chief of The Broad Agenda, where I help people understand which stories deserve their attention, who is gaining power and how decisions made in Washington reach their homes.
01 — Advisory
Turning Ideas Into Impact™
I helps founders, creators, executives and people at a crossroads recognize the opportunity inside their experience, build a credible plan and take the next intelligent step.
My MOMENT™ Framework turns uncertainty into a practical path from idea to impact.
My Offerings
02 — Speaking
For Event Planners
I inspires leaders, teams and organizations to recognize the opportunities hidden inside moments of change. Drawing on my experience as an award-winning journalist and founder of two global brands, I helps audiences pivot with purpose.
My keynotes leave audiences not only inspired but equipped to build what comes next.
03 — Substack
Editorial
Independent civic media for Gen-X women who want to stay engaged without being overwhelmed. Through clear political analysis, candidate interviews and her podcast, I connect the headlines to what they mean for our lives.
Come for news worth your attention. Stay for the clarity, conversation and community.
The Broad Agenda Promise
The Broad Agenda helps busy people stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. We are not trying to cover every story. We are identifying the stories that deserve people's attention, explaining why they matter, who they affect, and what comes next. You don’t need more information. You need clarity, context, and trusted editorial judgment.
We don't just report events. We explain stories and consequences. We connect today's headlines to tomorrow's realities and people’s lives.
Our goal is never to tell you what to think. Our job is to help you understand what deserves your attention.
