Garrett Boorojian and Emmy Award winner, Co–Anchor of WUSA 9 (CBS affiliated) "Get Up DC," former FOX 5 DC Anchor, former CNN Anchor / Correspondent, Book Author, Wisdom Martin

Garrett Boorojian and Emmy Award winner, Co–Anchor of WUSA 9 (CBS affiliated) "Get Up DC," former FOX 5 DC Anchor, former CNN Anchor / Correspondent, Book Author, Wisdom Martin

Author: Garrett Boorojian June 28, 2025 Duration: 1:08:55

Garrett Boorojian and Wisdom Martin discuss relationship building in a team environment.

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"Wisdom Martin | Get Up DC Anchor

Wisdom is a proud graduate of Jackson State University. He's covered news in Jackson, Mississippi, Fresno, California, North Carolina, Nashville and Atlanta.

Credit: WUSA9

Author: WUSA 9 Staff

Published: 2:52 PM EST November 21, 2023

Updated: 2:52 PM EST November 21, 2023

WASHINGTON — Wisdom Martin is the morning anchor on the WUSA 9 morning show Get Up DC 425am -7am. Martin has anchored and reported in Washington DC since 2003.

“I love everything about the DMV and I look forward to continuing to build on more than 2 decades of relationships with the viewers all over the Washington DC area.“

He has covered it all in the DMV. He was first reporter on the scene for the Emmy Award-winning live coverage of serial bank robbers in Washington. He reported live from Miami on the murder of NFL player Sean Taylor and from New Orleans, covering the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, as well as several presidential inaugurations.

Wisdom is a proud graduate of Jackson State University and has covered news and sports in Jackson Mississippi (WAPT) Fresno, California (KSEE), North Carolina (WRAL), Nashville (WKRN) and CNN in Atlanta.

Wisdom is a published author of “Pass Interference: The history of the black quarterback in the NFL” and “Conventional Wisdom” vol. 1 and 2 . When he is not working, he enjoys speaking at schools and other community events, loves to try his hand at cooking, works out at the gym and most importantly spends time with his wife and 3 kids.

You can follow Wisdom on Facebook, X and Instagram."


Garrett Boorojian hosts WaveCapital's Guest Speaker Series on Relationship Building in a Team Environment, a podcast that digs into the human dynamics behind high-stakes success. Each conversation moves beyond typical interviews to explore how trust, communication, and genuine connection are forged under pressure. The guest list is a testament to the universal application of these principles, featuring Hall of Fame athletes from football, basketball, and baseball, Olympic medalists, Emmy-winning media figures, and top coaches and executives. These are individuals for whom "team" is not a corporate buzzword but the fundamental mechanism of achievement. You'll hear firsthand accounts of navigating locker rooms, boardrooms, and creative collaborations. The discussions are grounded in real stories-from the tension before a championship game to the delicate negotiations of a major business deal-revealing the practical methods these professionals use to build cohesive units. This isn't abstract theory; it's lived experience dissected to uncover what actually works. Whether you're leading a sports team, a business department, or any collaborative project, this podcast offers a rare look at the relational craftsmanship required to excel. Garrett guides these explorations with a focus on actionable insight, making each episode a masterclass in the subtle art of working with others.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

WaveCapital's Guest Speaker Series on Relationship Building in a Team Environment
Podcast Episodes
Garrett Boorojian and Founder + CEO of Renala, Certified Facilitator in LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY, formerly of ICF Next / World Vision / Paralyzed Veterans of America / Atlantic Media, Co-author of "Living Room Leadership," Brittany Anderson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:22
Garrett Boorojian and Brittany Anderson discuss relationship building in a team environment.Source: https://leadwithfamily.com/living-room-leadership/"NEW BOOK BY BRITTANY + GEOFF ANDERSONUnlock the Power of Living Room…
Garrett Boorojian and 1993 NFL First Round Draft Pick (1st Overall), New England Patriots Hall of Famer, 4x Pro–Bowler, Super Bowl 36 Champion, Co–founder of Bledsoe Wine Estates (Doubleback, Bledsoe Family Winery, Bledsoe|McDaniels), Drew Bledsoe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:12
Garrett Boorojian and Drew Bledsoe discuss relationship building in a team environment.Drew's NFL Career / Accolades:– 251 Passing Touchdowns / 44,611 Passing Yards– Super Bowl 36 Champion / 2x AFC Champion– 4x Pro–Bowle…
Garrett Boorojian and former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, U. of Michigan Law School Professor, Author of "The Fix: Saving America from the Corruption of a Mob-Style Government, NBC News / MS NOW Legal Analyst, Barbara McQuade [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:45
Garrett Boorojian and Barbara McQuade discuss relationship building in a team environment.Source: University of Michigan Law Schoolhttps://michigan.law.umich.edu/faculty-and-scholarship/our-faculty/barbara-l-mcquade"Barb…
Garrett Boorojian and Atlanta–based Award–winning Independent / Hollywood Actress (Walk the Line, Big Momma's House 2, We Are Marshall, The Blind Side, The Hunger Games, What to Expect When You're Expecting, Flight, 42, Hidden Figures), Rhoda Griffis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:44
Garrett Boorojian and Rhoda Griffis discuss relationship building in a team environment."... [T]his platform is fabulous Garrett, there is a door for everybody, and that's thanks to you." – Rhoda GriffisSource: Universit…
Garrett Boorojian and former NFL 4x Pro–Bowler, former NFL First–Team All–Pro, former NFL Sacks Leader, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, former High School and NCAA Division I Football Coach, Motivational Speaker, Bryce Paup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:06
Garrett Boorojian and Bryce Paup discuss relationship building in a team environment.Source: Iowa State Footballhttps://cyclones.com/sports/football/roster/coaches/bryce-paup/2348"Bryce PaupTitle: Assistant Defensive Lin…
Garrett Boorojian and Founder / Principal of The Fair Path Project, former Diplomat at the U.S. Department of State, former CAO / Spokeswoman at End Workplace Abuse, former Director of Human Resources at Solano County / Mariposa County, Kim Williams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:12
Garrett Boorojian and Kimberly Williams discuss relationship building in a team environment.Sources: The Fair Path Projecthttps://www.fairpathproject.com/"Overcome Workplace Bullying. Build Psychological Safety.The Fair…
Garrett Boorojian and 1982 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Champion and Consultant at the University of North Carolina, former NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Head Coach, former Assistant GM at the NBA's Charlotte Hornets, Buzz Peterson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:38
Garrett Boorojian and Buzz Peterson discuss relationship building in a team environment.Robert Bower Peterson Jr. | Buzz Peterson:– 1981 High School Basketball Player of the Year in the U.S. state of North Carolina– 1982…