Erin Burnett OutFront is a daily news program hosted by journalist and news anchor Erin Burnett on CNN. The show premiered on October 3, 2011, and has been a mainstay of the network's lineup ever since. Burnett previously worked at CNBC and was a co-anchor of the morning show Squawk on the Street before joining CNN.
The format of Erin Burnett OutFront consists of Burnett hosting a panel of guests to discuss current events and breaking news stories, as well as conducting one-on-one interviews with newsmakers from around the world. Burnett is known for her direct and sometimes confrontational interview style, which often leads to lively discussions and debates among her guests.
One of the distinguishing features of Erin Burnett OutFront is its focus on business news and economics. Burnett specializes in this area due to her previous experience at CNBC and her degree in political economy from Williams College. She often incorporates stories about the stock market, corporate earnings reports, and economic policies into the program, providing viewers with insight and analysis on how these issues impact their daily lives.
In addition to her coverage of business news, Burnett also covers a wide range of other topics on Erin Burnett OutFront. The show has covered everything from major political events, such as the 2016 presidential election, to international crises, such as the Syrian refugee crisis and the North Korean nuclear threat. Burnett is also known for her coverage of special events, such as the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, which the show covered extensively in 2018.
Erin Burnett OutFront has won multiple awards and nominations for its reporting and coverage. In 2012, the show received a News and Documentary Emmy nomination for Outstanding Live Coverage of a Current News Story