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.

Steve Kornacki Election Night Coverage Sees Strong Digital Audience for NBC News

The Kornacki Cam was on display earlier this week. The NBC News special broadcast featuring Steve Kornacki performed well for the network. What We Know:...

CBS News Tabs Nick Bilton as New Executive Producer of 60 Minutes

"The world we are reporting on, and the world we are reporting to, where people consume their news, has moved. And if we don't move with it, in the ways that matter, we won't be here for the next sixty years."

Michelle Basch Signs Off From WTOP

"WTOP is loaded with talented people. Keep kicking ass and proving that great journalism still exists, and radio still matters."

NPR Enacts Newsroom Layoffs After Buyout Offer

Last week, NPR shared it was offering buyouts to employees. If not enough were accepted, a round of layoffs would begin. Those layoffs began...

WTAW Adds Tucker ‘Frito’ Young to Morning Drive

"This is kind of like being on the radio show of record for the Brazos Valley."

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BetUS Casino Teasing New Program Potentially Tied To Dianna Russini Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic this spring after Page Six published photos of her with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Now, several outlets are confirming she is poised for a comeback as soon as next week."

Dan Patrick: Pat McAfee Too Big Of A Personality For Monday Night Football Booth

"There would be some trepidation there, and I think McAfee has said he's not interested in doing Monday Night Football. But who knows with ESPN."

CNBC Expands Jim Cramer Investing Club With New Premium Subscription

“Jim is a singular talent, and the success of the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer gives us a strong foundation to build on."

Nielsen: 57% of Election Night Coverage Viewed on Broadcast TV

A total of 31.2 million viewers watched midterm Election Night coverage across 13 networks on Tuesday, according to Nielsen.