Garrett Searight

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Garrett Searight is Barrett Media's News Editor, which includes writing daily news stories, features, and opinion columns. He joined Barrett Media in 2022 after a decade leading several radio brands in several formats, as well as a 5-year stint working in local television. In addition to his work with Barrett Media, he is a radio and TV play-by-play broadcaster. Reach out to him at Garrett@BarrettMedia.com.

Why Quu CEO Steve Newberry Couldn’t Turn Down a Multi-Year Extension

"I feel like this is such a next opportunity for radio to really connect with listeners from a programming standpoint and generate revenue from a sales standpoint. So it's been just a terrific experience."

It’s a Coincidence That Fox News Removed Howard Kurtz From Its Weekend Lineup, Right?

His show may not have been the crown jewel of Fox’s lineup, but it filled a role that, frankly, few others in cable news want to play.

Don’t Let the Spirit of Charlie Kirk Fade Away After Senseless Shooting

I have great respect for Kirk, both the man and the news/talk radio host. Because of the qualities he held personally and professionally.

Toast to 10: How Barrett Media Keeps Local News/Talk Radio Hosts Connected to the Industry

"I believe it is essential that an outlet covers the daily happenings of the industry. It's wonderful to get the meat of the matter delivered regularly."

News/Talk Radio Needs to Copycat the Podcast Industry On This One Issue

The industry simply can’t afford to ignore this.

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Olivia Rodrigo’s Festival Takeover on 88.5 The SoCal Sound Makes Waves

"Rodrigo used AAA radio — not social media — to make a major cultural announcement"

The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show Celebrates 5th Anniversary

"We look forward to celebrating many more milestones together!”

Afternoon Radio Listening Gaining Ground as Mornings Slip, New Crowd React Media Data Shows

When asked why they listen to local radio, 40% of those aged 18-34 said that local content is the key reason. That's higher than the overall level (30%) and the 55+ crowd (20%).

Clive Davis Dead at 94: A Legacy Spanning Columbia, Arista, and J Records

Clive Davis, one of the most influential executives in...