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.

Netflix is On the Prowl for YouTube Creators — Would News Podcasters Consider a Switch?

"YouTube is great for discoverability, sure, but Netflix brings a level of prestige that’s hard to ignore."

What Happy Gilmore 2 Can Teach Cable News About the Danger of Nostalgia

Just like with movies, audiences evolve. Their attention spans are shorter, their standards are higher, and their options are endless. It’s not enough to be familiar anymore.

Gary McNamara and Eric Harley Reflect on 20 Years of Red Eye Radio

"When we walk out at 5 AM -- after five hours -- you'd think we'd be dragging. But we're just having the most fun and laughing. That's why we continue to do it."

The Watch: The Record with Greta Van Susteren, Newsmax

Few have been around the cable new world quite like Greta Van Susteren. Let's check in and see what her show on Newsmax looks like.

The Death of Hulk Hogan Proved News/Talk Radio Can Be More Than Just Politics

For someone who has pounded the table saying news/talk radio needs to be more than just politics, I was proud of the industry's reaction to the death of Hulk Hogan.

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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."