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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 Podcast Definition Project Is an Exercise the Industry Needs — But Can’t Win

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Podcasting grew up outside the system — no FCC license required, no Nielsen ratings to chase, no program director standing between a creator and their audience. That renegade spirit isn't just lore. It's baked into the DNA of the format.

Widespread Changes at 60 Minutes as Cecilia Vega, Senior Leaders Exit

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Her departure comes as Sharyn Alfonsi announced she would not be back with the program on Wednesday.

Steve Kornacki Election Night Coverage Sees Strong Digital Audience for NBC News

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The Kornacki Cam was on display earlier this week. The NBC News special broadcast featuring Steve Kornacki performed well for the network. What We Know:...

CBS News Tabs Nick Bilton as New Executive Producer of 60 Minutes

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"The world we are reporting on, and the world we are reporting to, where people consume their news, has moved. And if we don't move with it, in the ways that matter, we won't be here for the next sixty years."

Michelle Basch Signs Off From WTOP

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"WTOP is loaded with talented people. Keep kicking ass and proving that great journalism still exists, and radio still matters."
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Meet The Leaders: Carl Weinstein, COO, Locked On Podcasts

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"By focusing on the things we can control and produce the most compelling daily team coverage. We are expanding into all the different ways and platforms we can do that, while delivering outstanding results for our advertisers. But also building a powerful company culture."

The Industry According To: Bill McGathy, In De Goot Entertainment

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"We all are guilty of using 'catchphrases,' but not to oversimplify — if you don’t take a risk on an artist you believe in, there will be no reward."

The Miami Marlins Set A Dangerous Standard By Confusing Social Media Popularity With Employee Value

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"Experience, preparation, credibility and the ability to connect with an audience should carry far more weight than an algorithm or the number next to someone's name on a social media profile."

Inside John Fanta’s NBC Sports Rise Built on Energy, Versatility and Saying Yes

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"The product better be for the fan. Everything I do has to count no matter what it is. I look at any second on the air trying to meet and exceed the bar that's been set. That's what makes it fun."