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.

Women’s History Month: Caroline Beasley Discusses Career Growth, Mentorship, and Media Leadership

"Women have long held senior roles within our company, not because of their gender, but because they were the most qualified candidates for the positions."

The One Trait Nearly Every National News/Talk Radio Host Share

I'm not saying this is the key to getting to the top. But I'm also not saying it doesn't hurt to have this quality.

Will More CNN Personnel Follow Kara Swisher Out the Door When Paramount Skydance Takes Over?

You could argue that an aversion to change at CNN led to the ouster of Chris Licht. Is that spirit still alive at the outlet?

CNN’s Relaxed Presentation Won’t Change Its Ratings Performance, But It’s a Start

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Women’s History Month: Why Premiere Networks President Julie Talbott Puts an Emphasis on Mentorship

"For those who want to rise, we absolutely need to help them in any way we can, because the greater diversity you have in every position, the more diverse ideas you have to come up with the best solutions."

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Bill Simmons Wants ESPN To Keep Troy Aikman, Joe Buck Together: “Just Be In Mutual Hatred”

"I want them to stay together and just be in mutual hatred."

News/Talk Remains America’s Top Radio Format in 3rd Quarter, Nielsen Data Shows

News/talk accounted for 22.1% of all AM/FM station streaming among adults 18 and older. Among the 35+ demographic, that figure increased to 24.2%.

Pew Research: 55% of Americans Say News Media Has Too Much Political Power

Views on traditional news organizations differ considerably along party lines.

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