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.

Can CBS News Invigorate CBS Mornings With an Unconventional Approach?

The network is reportedly considering a revamp of its morning show with a radical new approach. But should this new approach actually be radical?

What Does the Future Hold for Cumulus Following Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

For employees, competitors, and industry watchers, the first reaction is understandable. Bankruptcy carries a stigma that’s hard to shake. In most industries, it historically meant failure and liquidation.

Why Amazon Prime Video Was the Right Next Step for Salem News Channel

"You have to be deemed to be at a quality level they want to accept on their channel. We continue conversations — sometimes they happen quickly, and sometimes it takes time to establish a relationship and determine whether it’s the right addition to their lineup.”

Why Curtis Sliwa is Prepared to Go Head-to-Head with Sid Rosenberg on New 710 WOR Morning Show

"Without guardrails, the guy is ready to implode at any moment. He's had a history of this and he just can't help himself."

Ben Shapiro and Megyn Kelly Have Both Become the Things They Set Out to Destroy

Both -- one could argue -- have become the "do as I say, not as I do" figures of the conservative media space.

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."