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 Long Did It Take Buck Sexton, Guy Benson, and Chris Plante to Find Their Voice?

"I think I recognized right away, 'Wow. This is for me. This is perfect for me.'"

Ratings Roundup: MSNBC Sees Ratings Dip After Rachel Maddow Returns to Regular Schedule and Jen Psaki Begins New Show

The absence of Rachel Maddow in the MSNBC lineup was felt throughout the primetime schedule.

Why Gordon Borrell Believes the Local Advertising Market Remains Bullish for 2025 Despite Financial Uncertainty

"The year's gonna be ok. I really feel like it's gonna be fine. It's not gonna be down or dismal year."

The Watch: Chris Plante The Right Squad, Newsmax

The show from Plante looks like virtually nothing else on Newsmax.

Should News/Talk Radio Be a Pipeline to a Political Career?

In an ideal world, news/talk radio hosts would be so provocative and entertaining that running for public office would be out of the question, no?

Breaking

Baltimore Ravens Name Kyle Youmans as New Radio Play-By-Play Voice

"Baltimore has been blessed with some incredibly talented and loyal play-by-play voices over its football history. My mission will be to continue that tradition with an entertaining and informative brand of content."

The Hype Machine Is Dying. Radio, Don’t Be the Last to Notice.

"Programmers should ask better discovery questions of their favorite record rep"

Sports Media Talent Must Stop Apologizing for Doing Their Job

"If this is the opinion business, there's no need for apologies. Being wrong comes with the territory. What matters is having the conviction to make the call in the first place and the credibility to own the outcome afterward."

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."