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.

How Abby Phillip Handled Jillian Michaels Should Be a Model for Cable News Hosts

Too often, hosts today view disagreements as an opportunity to score viral clips rather than engage in actual conversation.

Why One Analyst Believes the Nexstar/TEGNA Merger May Face Stiff Legal Challenges

"One company having the ability to reach 80% of U.S. households truly flies in the face of the law."

Ratings Roundup: Newsmax Scores Highest Jump As Donald Trump/Vladimir Putin Summit Provides Boost

The year-over-year figures weren't as positive for the cable news world as a whole.

What’s Next for the Podcast Industry After the Pivot to Video?

The next two years will almost certainly bring another seismic change. It could be technological, it could be cultural, and it could come from outside the podcast industry entirely.

Why the Spirit of National Radio Day Needs to Be Carried Forward Every Day

It sparks nostalgia, it encourages pride, and it lets us celebrate the work we do. But if the celebration stops there, we’re wasting a chance to keep radio top of mind in the conversations that matter.

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Face the Nation Tops Total Viewers in August Sunday Show Ratings

The Sunday public affairs programs continued to draw sizable audiences in August, with three shows clustered around 2.5 million total viewers.

Stan Verrett Signs New Agreement With ESPN, Returns as NFL Total Access Host on NFL Network

"Verrett left ESPN earlier this summer after 25 years with the network."

Richie Incognito Launches Initial Contact Podcast With Christian Fauria

"We are pulling back the curtain on what really happens on the field and in the locker room."

Orlando Magic Partner With DAZN For Direct-To-Consumer Streaming Access

"We are excited to partner with DAZN to serve as our direct-to-consumer streaming partner for live games, replays, pregame and postgame coverage, and original programming."