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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.

Sports Radio Hosts Need to Start Thinking About a Future Beyond AM/FM Radio

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Look around you. Some big names and big brands in big markets have lost their radio jobs. It's time to think about alternatives.

Saga Communications CEO Chris Forgy Knows Local News is Key to the Company’s Future

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"The number one thing people want from media is connectivity. So that's why the local aspect of it is critical."

600 KOGO Afternoon Host Lou Penrose Might Have the Most Unique News/Talk Audience in America

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"Most cities kind of measure themselves on if they're a small town, a mid-sized city, or cosmopolitan. San Diego is a small town, but it's worldly."

Grandstanding From Sports Media About Foul Language at Press Conferences Must End

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I lost track of how many sports media figures I saw either take to social media, their television, or radio shows to argue against the language used by JJ Redick.

Kraig Kitchin Knows and Values the Importance of the Radio Hall of Fame

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"I am first and foremost somebody who likes to shine a spotlight on the ... brilliance of others. I don't stop to think about if there's a place for me in the Radio Hall of Fame."
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Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

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Ultimately, I'm not criticizing SiriusXM for signing this deal. I just don't see the clear necessity behind it, at least not yet.

Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

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"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

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"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Tony Reali Reflects on His Journey From ‘Around the Horn’ To Building the ‘Real Deal’

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"I use the term irresistible on this show. That’s the moments I’m chasing in this show. It’s the one you can’t resist when it shows up in your feed. You’ve seen it five times in that ten second clip, and you’re still unpacking some of the feelings behind it. That’s what success will look like for me building out a roster of shows bringing those feelings out in different ways."