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.

What the Cracker Barrel Rebrand Can Teach TV News Brands

Balance is not easy, but it is necessary.

How Abby Phillip Handled Jillian Michaels Should Be a Model for Cable News Hosts

Too often, hosts today view disagreements as an opportunity to score viral clips rather than engage in actual conversation.

Why One Analyst Believes the Nexstar/TEGNA Merger May Face Stiff Legal Challenges

"One company having the ability to reach 80% of U.S. households truly flies in the face of the law."

Ratings Roundup: Newsmax Scores Highest Jump As Donald Trump/Vladimir Putin Summit Provides Boost

The year-over-year figures weren't as positive for the cable news world as a whole.

What’s Next for the Podcast Industry After the Pivot to Video?

The next two years will almost certainly bring another seismic change. It could be technological, it could be cultural, and it could come from outside the podcast industry entirely.

Breaking

ESPN SportsCenter Still Delivers On Highlights, But Who’s Its Next Greatest Star?

"For decades, SportsCenter wasn’t just where fans consumed sports news. It was where sports media stars were born. As Linda Cohn prepares to sign off, it’s fair to wonder if her retirement represents more than the end of a remarkable career."

The Industry According To: Greg Beharrell, GREG-FM

"How do you think Top 40 makes song number 41 feel?"

Approaching The Summit: Damon Amendolara, SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio

"I'm most passionate about the things that are talked about at the Barrett Media Audio Summit. Those are the things I really consider every day that are really my life. Forget three hours, like I could do three days talking about all the nuances of the industry"

How to Network Smarter at The Barrett Media Summit

"Success won't be determined by how many sessions you attend. It will be determined, instead, by the quality of the relationships you build."