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.

Why the Timing Was Right for Tara Palmeri to Begin Her Own Digital Media Empire

"The great thing about new media is we can offer something that's a little bit more raw, but feels real. I think that people are really demanding that."

The Interview: Lisa Dent, WGN Radio

How do you go about interviewing one of the more polarizing figures in American politics? Lisa Dent did it recently, so let's check in to see how it went.

How Fox News Radio Host Guy Benson Built His Audience in One of News/Talk Radio’s Most Competitive Timeslots

"Just in terms of emails, social media interaction, messages, and calls, you can definitely tell that a lot of people, for the first time, are getting their ears on this show."

Ratings Roundup: Fox News Sets Record During First 100 Days of Donald Trump’s Term

Fox News saw a 25% increase compared to the first 100 days of the Joe Biden administration in 2021, and a 65% increase compared to the first 100 days of Barack Obama's second term.

How the Local Advertising Market Has Been Affected by Trump Administration Tariffs

"As production costs for physical advertising and digital elements continue to rise, local business advertising budgets are under increasing pressure."

Breaking

Kixie 107 Welcomes Back Beloved Jackson Radio Personality Lady Vee

"Our listeners have missed her incredible energy and vibrant voice. Kixie 107 just wasn't the same without her."

Dianna Russini Timeline of Resignation From The Athletic Began With Confrontation on Easter Sunday

"Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel reportedly worked together to coordinate their responses to The Post. Rather than calling her direct bosses first, The Times states she reached out to New York Times Company CEO Meredith Kopit Levien."

The Daily Wire Targeting Late 2027, Early 2028 IPO

Advertising revenue for the company is up 14% in 2026, after falling in each of the three previous years.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino: Hydration Breaks Earn FIFA “No Additional Revenue”

"This is not a financial issue for us. For us, it is purely a sporting matter."