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.

The Watch: Jesse Watters Primetime, Fox News

Watters is in the premiere spot in the Fox News lineup. Does his show match the placement? Lets find out.

Saga Communications CEO Chris Forgy Explains Why Going to AI Voices for Station Imaging Makes Sense

"It was just to be prudent, to allow us to grow, not to try to cut our way out of a downdraft, because you can’t do that.”

Ratings Roundup: MSNBC Saw 20% Increase in Primetime Viewership Last Week

The network saw an even larger jumper in the Adults 25-54 demographic.

Do the Epstein Files Mark a Fork in the Road for News/Talk Radio Hosts?

It seems as if you can do what your audience wants, or do what the President wants. Not both. And that feels like a Catch-22.

How YouTube Propelled Smart TVs Past Smart Speakers as a Preferred Podcast Platform

"When we look at the correlation of those smart TV users and what is the app they use most for podcasts, it's overwhelmingly YouTube."

Breaking

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."