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.

How FOX & Friends Grew Its Ratings to Rival Network Morning Show Competitors

"Our goal is simple: to bring a little light to the morning rush, whether that’s while you’re getting ready for work, making breakfast for the kids, or getting dressed."

How FOX & Friends Grew Its Ratings to Rival Network Morning Show Competitors

"Our goal is simple: to bring a little light to the morning rush, whether that’s while you’re getting ready for work, making breakfast for the kids, or getting dressed."

The Watch: The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell, MSNBC

The job of a cable news host isn't to be the loudest voice in the room, but to be the one whose argument survives after the volume comes down.

Why Don’t More Options Exist For Liberal Talk Radio?

If conservative talk radio has shown us anything, it’s that when you have compelling hosts, a clear vision, and strong business leadership, you can build a profitable and influential format.

Could the Success of ‘The Rachel Maddow Show’ Be a Problem For MSNBC?

This arrangement may be teaching the exact opposite lesson MSNBC wants to impart.

Breaking

Why Tucker Carlson’s Principles Are Now His Biggest Enemy

Here's the uncomfortable truth about independent conservative media: the audience doesn't want to be informed. They want to be confirmed.

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"