About Off The Record USA AND Our Mission.
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Off The Record USA is a brand and media division of Off The Record Media LLC, a digital-first media collective organization based in Gilbert, Arizona. Our mission is to build a cutting-edge digital infrastructure that empowers creators and influencers, amplifying their messages and broadening their influence. By providing tools, resources, and a collaborative ecosystem, we aim to fill a critical gap in the digital space and ensure the continued cultural relevance and reach of crucial thought among younger generations.
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Co-Founder & CEO
Carson Carpenter is the Co-Founder and CEO of Off The Record USA, a digital-first conservative media brand under Off The Record Media. He is also the host of The Common Cause, a political and cultural commentary show covering politics, faith, culture, and national issues with a Jesus First and America Only approach.
Through Off The Record USA, Carson focuses on creator-led journalism, political commentary, livestream interviews, field coverage, and digital media built for the next generation. His work is centered on building independent conservative media infrastructure and creating content that reaches young Americans across social platforms.
Carson graduated from Arizona State University with a B.S. in Political Science at age 19 in May 2025. He previously served as President of the College Republicans at ASU, growing the chapter from 8 members to over 250 in six months, and has worked on Presidential and Congressional campaigns.
He has been featured on Fox News, NBC, CBS, Politico, RAV, Newsmax, and The Boston Globe.
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Co-Founder & COO
Stryder Bigler is currently studying Journalism and Political Science at Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. He is passionate about storytelling. He has worked behind the scenes and on camera for some of Arizona State's most successful shows. He was a beat reporter for the Emmy award winning Walter Cronkite Sports Network. During his two years with the Network, he covered the National Championship contending Golf teams at ASU and covered pro and amateur events. Producing visual and written content. His drive to build a platform to tell stories that matter is the main reason why he has decided to co-found Off The Record USA.
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Your contribution supports Off The Record USA in empowering creators and influencers to amplify voices and foster meaningful dialogue in the digital space. By contributing, you help us build a robust infrastructure for content creation, expand our reach, and engage younger generations with values-driven content. Together, we can ensure these messages resonate far and wide across America.