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.

Can News/Talk Radio Create a Super Bowl Media Row in Non-Election Years?

There are revenue and relevancy opportunities at stake. But getting everyone to pull in the same direction feels easier said than done.

Success of 77 WABC Should Be a Wakeup Call to Other News/Talk Radio Brands

The New York news/talk station isn't "all conservative, all the time." And it's led to a massive rejuvenation.

Can Cable News Copy the Pat McAfee/ESPN Model?

Daytime cable news has become a graveyard of modest expectations. That imbalance feels increasingly absurd.

After 28 Years With Glenn Beck, Stu Burguiere’s Departure Couldn’t Have Been Predicted

"It's been really mixed emotions. I'm very excited about this new thing and I'm excited to do it. And I feel invigorated to give something like that a try."

Cheering Arrest of Don Lemon Feels Like a Dangerous Game

There's not a less principled take than "I'm glad that person got arrested. I don't like them."

Breaking

WVOC AM Signal ‘Going to Be Off for an Extended Period of Time’

"The only way you can listen to WVOC from now until whenever is either listen on FM 103.5 or, I always recommend, download the iHeartRadio app."

KAMV Flips to Spanish AC Amor 107.1 DFW

"This shift demonstrates Univision's willingness to experiment with Spanish AC despite signal limitations."

LeSean McCoy Unsure if Ryan Clark Showing Emotions Are Real Following ESPN Exit

"I know he's a like clickbait type dude. You feel what I'm saying? Sometimes, there's some dudes that are internet people. He's one of them. It's something I'm not knowing if it's serious or not."

YouTube Adding More Tools For Podcasts Including Thumbnails For Shorts

"Custom thumbnails for Shorts are rolling out to all YouTube Partner Program creators. It’s one of the most requested features from YouTube Creators and gives you even more control over how your Shorts are presented. Excited for this one!"