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.

Why CNN Employees Shouldn’t Rush to Judge a Paramount Deal

The idea that Trump-friendly billionaires could exert influence over coverage sets off alarms. But here’s the thing: CNN has already undergone massive change.

Why Sean Hannity Wanted to Branch Out and Do A New Fox News Podcast, How He Uses AI, and What Still Motivates Him

"I'm kind of looking at it like I'm beginning my radio career in as much as when I started, I was on a college station that nobody listened to. And I'm looking at it like starting a podcast and a channel that doesn't exist."

Conan O’Brien Proved the Biggest Advantage Podcasts Have Over Every Other Medium

When everything is so hyper personalized, there's no way to lose.

How 1010 WINS Grew Ratings to a Near 60-Year High in January

"You have a vision, and you try to create a culture that supports the vision. Sometimes everything sounds so simple. But if it were that simple, everybody would get to the top."

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, 570 KVI’s ‘Steak of the Union’ Promotion Highlights One of News/Talk’s Best Abilities

The “Steak of the Union” promotion is more than just clever wordplay. It was a reminder of what makes this format special.

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UMG Layoffs Hit MCA Nashville Leadership, Promotion Staff

"We are deeply grateful for the contributions of the people leaving us."

Oxford Road’s Dan Granger: Host-Read Ads Remain Podcasting’s Golden Goose

"Both men pointed to live events as an overlooked opportunity."

CNN Strikes AI Partnership with Google

"Google’s innovation with generative AI has changed how people discover information and content, and now those tools will help us explore new ways to discover and engage audiences.”

The Bret Mega Show to Split Hosts Between Two Cities

The split allows The Bret Mega Show to maintain a presence in St. Louis while relocating two of its hosts.