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 Paul W. Smith Moving to Middays at WJR 760 Gave Him a New Lease on Life

"I thought it was going to kill me if I kept on going."

Does Your News/Talk Radio Show Have the Right Podcasting Strategy?

If you're not doing these things, you're likely missing out on a sizeable portion of your potential audience.

How iHeartMedia/Gray Television’s Jon Decker Ignited the Feud Between Donald Trump and Elon Musk With One Question

"I knew, in the moment, 'This is huge news.' In the way that he answered the question and the lengthy response he gave me."

What Does the Future of CNN Look Like With Warner Bros. Discovery Preparing Spin Off?

Everyone likes to talk about what CNN used to be. I think it's time to talk about what CNN can be in the future.

How Emery Songer Manages Hosting at Both 1110 KFAB and 1040 WHO in Day Different Dayparts

"It's a difficult balance day-to-day, but one I'm super grateful for and one I'm so thankful to be able to have."

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John Kincade Opens Up About His Decision to Leave 97.5 The Fanatic

"I'm very fortunate to be alive and survived everything I've survived. What I want to do is enjoy my life every day. Part of that is doing things that I want to do on my terms."

Spotify Playlists, TikTok, and the Rise of Independent Music Curators

"There are people who take pride in discovery and treat their playlists almost like radio stations."

Bang Your Head: John Bush and the Timeless Power of Armored Saint

"We don't want to be just one of these bands from the '80s who put out new music so they can go out and do some touring."

The Dumbest Rule in News/Talk Radio — and Why Hosts Should Break It

The hosts who build real, lasting connections with their audiences aren't the ones who follow every internal directive without question.