Former WXYZ-TV sports director Brad Galli has launched a new independent sports media venture following his departure from the Detroit television station after more than 15 years on the air.
Galli announced Monday the debut of The Brad Galli Show, a digital-first sports program that will focus on professional, collegiate, and high school athletics across Michigan. The show will be distributed through social media platforms and feature interviews, behind-the-scenes coverage, feature stories, and analysis.
The launch comes just months after Galli revealed he would be leaving WXYZ, where he served as one of Detroit's most recognizable sports broadcasters. At the time, Galli told viewers he planned to remain active in sports media and would soon unveil his next project.
According to a press release, the new venture is designed to provide more flexibility than traditional television news, allowing for longer interviews, more in-depth storytelling, and more frequent content updates.
"I am excited to take fans closer to the action, consistently providing content that gets people up close with their favorite players, coaches, and prominent figures in the state of Michigan and beyond," Galli said in a statement. "We're going to be meeting fans on digital media platforms that allow us to provide greater access, more conversations, and more storytelling than ever before."
The show officially launched June 1 and marks a growing trend among veteran television journalists and broadcasters who are transitioning to independent digital media platforms to reach audiences directly.
Galli's program will cover a wide range of sports topics, from Detroit's professional teams to college athletics and high school sports, with an emphasis on long-form content and direct engagement with viewers.
