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.

WWL Radio Has Set the Audio Documentary Example For Other News/Talk Stations

The station's series on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina has been superb. Others should take that ball and run with it.

What the Cracker Barrel Rebrand Can Teach TV News Brands

Balance is not easy, but it is necessary.

How Abby Phillip Handled Jillian Michaels Should Be a Model for Cable News Hosts

Too often, hosts today view disagreements as an opportunity to score viral clips rather than engage in actual conversation.

Why One Analyst Believes the Nexstar/TEGNA Merger May Face Stiff Legal Challenges

"One company having the ability to reach 80% of U.S. households truly flies in the face of the law."

Ratings Roundup: Newsmax Scores Highest Jump As Donald Trump/Vladimir Putin Summit Provides Boost

The year-over-year figures weren't as positive for the cable news world as a whole.

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97.5 The Fanatic Rebrands Following LeBron James Arrival As ‘97.5 LeBron: Home of King James’

"From the first show this morning through the final segment tonight, we're bringing fans everything they need to know about one of the biggest stories in NBA history."

Paramount Delays Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Until After Trial

"Twelve states, led by California, secured a temporary restraining order this week that blocks the deal for 28 days."

Tony Romo Arrested For Operating While Intoxicated In Milwaukee

"Officers booked him for first-offense OWI, then released him. Romo joined CBS as a color commentator after retiring in 2017."

Brian Kilmeade: I’m Done With White House Correspondents Dinner

" To go out to Washington, blow a weekend, and go out there? Not doing it. I don't actually think many people are going."