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.

Ratings Roundup: ABC World News Tonight with David Muir Tops All of TV for 10th Straight Week

The nightly newscast actually averaged more viewers than the MLB All-Star Game, which was broadcast on FOX.

Which News/Talk Shows Were Snubbed By The Time Magazine 100 Best Podcasts of All Time List?

The Daily is obviously one of the best podcasts ever. But plenty of other news/talk shows deserve to be on the list, too.

Why Triton Digital Exec Sharon Taylor Thinks Podcasting Is Losing Sight of Its Audio Origins

"My message to the industry is, 'Hey, don’t forget that you’ve got a ton of people who love audio.'"

The End of ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ Is Nothing to Cheer About, Even If You Can’t Stand Him

When a major broadcast network can't monetize one of its flagship programs anymore, we’ve got a much deeper issue than partisan fatigue.

How Planning KOA 850’s 100 Year Celebration Gave Dave Tepper a Deeper Appreciation for Its Legacy

"The heritage of it really speaks for itself. I've learned so much about that these last few months because we've really dove into the history of the station."

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101 KXL Promotes Heather Roberts to News Director

"She is relentless in her search for the news and will serve KXL well in this role. I'm excited to see where she takes the KXL News Department."

Larry O’Connor to Host Free Fisher House Radio Special for Independence Day

Fisher House provides free temporary lodging for military and veteran families while loved ones receive treatment at military and VA medical centers.

ESPN Analyst Vincent Goodwill Claims He Received Death Threats Following Participation Trophy Commentary

"I thought it was just something funny. I didn't think people would take it so damn literally, but sarcasm goes over people's heads, literacy is at an all-time low."

ESPN NFL Analyst Matt Miller Recovering From Serious Car Accident

"I look forward to continuing my recovery and getting back to ESPN to talk football, including what should be an exciting 2027 NFL Draft class."