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 Data Doesn’t Lie: Liberal Media Has an Influence Problem

Conservative media built an ecosystem — from talk radio to podcasts to cable news — that turns casual listeners into passionate advocates. Liberal media, by and large, hasn't done that — at least not at the same scale.

Bob Kevoian’s Legacy: 3 Things Radio Talents Can Learn From The Bob & Tom Show Legend

He was, without question, a legend of the medium. And while some might think there's nothing to learn from someone who made a living laughing on the air, they'd be wrong.

Why YouTube’s Shorts Cap Should Concern Every Independent Podcast Creator

For podcasters specifically, the answer isn't to panic. It's to diversify.

Erick Erickson and Tony Katz Share Home Studio Secrets for Radio Hosts

"What you need to do is just get going with it. And when you get comfortable with getting it going, don't worry about getting the mental roadblock of, 'Well, I can't do this because I don't have the best look.'"

Radio’s Biggest Selling Point Has a Serious Problem

The numbers don't lie, and right now, they're not flattering.

Breaking

Dianna Russini Reportedly Planning Return To Sports Media “Sooner Than Later”

"Front Office Sports reported that Russini is already engaging in conversations about a return to sports media sooner than later."

Mike Valenti: Dianna Russini Findings By The Athletic “Gaslighting” The Public

"The Athletic has to own this. They have to own that one of their highest-paid employees seems like, sounds like, feels like, was banging an NFL head coach who's married."

News Media Reacts After Maria Bartiromo Exits Fox News, Press Secretary Speculation Grows

The timeline of Maria Bartiromo's last appearances on the network coincides with the announcement that current White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt would resign from the post.

WFNZ Announces Multi-Year Extension With Charlotte Hornets

"We are incredibly proud to reunite with the Charlotte Hornets as the team’s flagship radio station."