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.

Larry O’Connor Defends Salem Media After Time Magazine Report

"The really disconcerting foreign influence may lie with those podcasters and hosts who supported Israel for those same decades and then suddenly turned on a dime and changed their positions. Perhaps that deserves a little more scrutiny."

Tony Dokoupil Defends CBS News Airing Trump Election Security Address

"It’s our job to cover the news. So we are."

What Audacy’s St. Louis Sale Price Suggests About the State of Selling Radio Assets

"Sometimes the right buyer matters more than the biggest check, and in St. Louis, I think that's exactly what happened."

How Ryan Ermanni Built a Common Man Brand at WJR 760

"That medium of talk radio, I still think, really has a place — an important place — in any conversation happening today."

CNN Announces Maine Democratic Senate Debate With Jake Tapper, Dana Bash

The network will partner with the Bangor Daily News for the two-hour event.

Breaking

Tom Corson Elevated to WMG Chief Operating Officer

"One of the most dynamic, respected, and effective executives in the music business."

Audacy to Shut Down 840 KXNT in September

"This wasn’t an easy decision.”

Chris Carlin: CBS Sports Possibly Attempting To Get Out Of Contract With Tony Romo

"Is Tony Romo ever going to call its game again for CBS? I think if you asked them today, their preference is no, and they would like to get out."

Spotify Campaign Lift AI Tool Justifies Discovery Mode Royalties

"Discovery Mode has drawn criticism as streaming payola since launch."