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.

3 Things Broadcasters Need to Do After Landing a Big Interview

So, you finally got the big fish on the hook. Now what?

Social Media is Dead: Here’s What Replaced It, And Why That’s Bad for News Media

The good news? There's really only one problem with this. The bad news? That problem is gigantic.

Mike Gallagher Is Right – News/Talk Radio Needs More Local Voices on National Airwaves

That ability to make the local feel universal isn't a small skill. It's arguably the most valuable one in the format. And if you can master it locally, there's every reason to believe it carries over to a national platform.

Women’s History Month: How WGN Radio VP/GM Mary Sandberg Boyle Carved Her Own Path to the Corner Office

"I just kept saying it out loud, to anyone that would hear it. Not in an annoying way. I'd mention it when it would come up. I put my hand up when there were opportunities."

Women’s History Month: Why Alignment, Priorities, and Grace Matter to Katz Radio President Christine Travaglini

"What matters more is how you define success for yourself in different seasons, being intentional with your time, and building a support system that allows you to show up where it matters most."

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Media Buyer Gary Sarner: Radio Advertisers Must Commit, Not Dabble

"Sarner said radio remains steadier than television."

Craig Carton Challenges Pablo Torre’s LeBron James Investigation

"Torre has yet to respond to Carton's remarks."

Tucker Carlson Interview Exposes AI’s Rogue Behavior, Google and Big Tech’s True Motives

"Carlson took aim at how AI firms treat intellectual property."

Dan Bongino Rips Media’s Double Standard on Katie Zacharia’s First Briefing

"Bongino appears more willing to give her a chance than others."