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 Not Phoning It In on Thanksgiving Matters

CNN didn't treat the holiday morning as a burden. It treated it as an opportunity.

Why A Bet on 101 KXL Paid Off For New Program Director Grant McHill

"It's something I've wanted to do for a long time. I've passed on other opportunities to lead and PD other stations because I believe in KXL."

Why the Thanksgiving Table is the Perfect Metaphor For What News/Talk Radio Should Be

If you showed up to a Thanksgiving meal and the only meal available was green bean casserole, would you ever want to go back?

Why the Latest Expansion for Fox News is a Safe and Smart Bet

Politics can be hot one year and cold the next. Faith, family, and lifestyle content stay relevant every year. FOX Corp. understands that difference.

Why McGraw Milhaven Couldn’t Say No to Taking Over ‘America at Night’

"It's an opportunity of a lifetime. It's an honor of a lifetime to be able to do this, as a radio guy."

Breaking

Katie Zacharia Transitioning Away From Role as White House Press Secretary

Less than a day before reports of her departure, Zacharia appeared on Hannity, where the Fox News host questioned whether she was suited for the job.

NFL Viewership At Strongest Point Ever Through Five Weeks

"Games are averaging 18.8 million viewers, up 1% from the same point last year."

CBS News, Fox News Digital Top Unique Visitors List During 2026’s 3rd Quarter

According to Comscore, Fox News Digital generated 4.6 billion multiplatform views and 10 billion multiplatform minutes during the quarter.

Building a Listener Community Between Episodes

"A podcast gets people through the door, but a community is what keeps them."