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 the Potential Return of Dan Bongino Comes at the Perfect Time

There's a built-in audience advantage calling his name.

Grading the NBC News, CBS News, and ABC News Interviews of Marco Rubio

It's rare that the same guest appears on all three shows in the same week. So, with apples to compare to apples, let's dissect how it all went down.

How Salem Radio Network’s Mike Gallagher Has Seen Talk Radio Change During 40-Year Career

"There's such a constant that hasn't changed -- and I know it's cliche -- but content is everything."

The Major Problem with CBS Evening News’ New Strategy Under Tony Dokoupil

The nightly newscast wants to have a renewed emphasis on appealing to "average Americans." There's just one -- albeit gigantic -- problem with that.

What Are the 2026 New Year’s Resolutions For News/Talk Radio PD’s?

"Sometimes we can fall into the trap of thinking it's always politics. That's not always the case."

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Why Facebook’s New Video Feed Matters for News Media Creators

If your newsroom or your channel walked away from that platform, now's a good time to reconsider.

Can AM/FM Radio Survive the Smartphone-Integrated Car Era?

This study should be yet another wake-up call for our industry.

What Managers Should Learn From ESPN’s Latest Round Of Layoffs

"There is a responsibility that comes with making these decisions, not just in who is let go, but in how the news is communicated. When that control slips and information leaks before leadership delivers the message directly, it doesn't just create headlines—it erodes trust.

How Talent Feel About Audacy’s Expansion Into Sports Radio’s Future

"It's a positive to merge with SiriusXM. It is interesting that all these competitors in the arena are now joining forces. That never would happened ten years ago."