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.

WTOP’s Joel Oxley Reflects on Career, Future Ahead of NAB National Radio Award Honor

“From the bottom of my heart, I am so appreciative of all the people that I’ve worked with all these years. I’m glad I’m going to be able to get up there and say some good thank-yous.”

Why Christiane Amanpour’s CNN Departure Feels Bigger Than a Contract Decision

Veteran journalists don’t casually raise editorial independence on their way out the door. As a result, it’d be hard to argue there isn’t at least a loose connection between her statements and Skydance’s arrival.

Jon Stewart Signs Deal to Stay at The Daily Show Through 2028 Election

“Jon Stewart is a generational talent, and The Daily Show continues to be one of the most influential franchises on television and a cornerstone of Comedy Central."

WTAX Program Director John LaTessa Dies

“Capitol Media Group was John’s family. We know what a huge Cardinals fan John was, and he LOVED working for us.”

Noah Adams, Former All Things Considered Host at NPR, Dies

Adams hosted All Things Considered for 18 years.

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New iHeartRadio Lite Mode Simplifies Listening on iPhone and Android

"This new ability to toggle between full functionality and Lite Mode, which has just the essentials, gives them the opportunity to make every experience the right one for them.”

ESPN Monday Night Football Cowboys-Eagles Ties Week Seven Record On Network

"The Cowboys-Eagles game on Oct. 26 averaged 18.8 million viewers across ESPN’s family of networks."

David Samson Underestimated What Radio Means to Baseball

"We don’t need baseball on radio anymore."

Why Fox News’ Ratings Slump Isn’t the Warning Sign Everyone Thinks

People are tired, man. And oftentimes, the most likely answer is the correct one.