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 Taylor Craig Built Launch Live Now to Capture the Future of the Media Industry

"I've seen our competition. There is nobody who can do it better, faster and cheaper than we can. We are just so agile."

Salem Radio Network Host Mike Gallagher Has Seen His Audience Change Since Donald Trump Was Re-Elected

"To see the tone, mood, and the attitude of the audience just change overnight was really remarkable. I mean I've never seen anything like this."

8 Candidates Most Likely to Replace Dan Bongino in the Lineup at Westwood One

After speaking with industry sources, we've identified the following eight candidates as the most likely options to replace The Dan Bongino Show in the Westwood One lineup of offerings.

The Interview: The John Phillips Show on 790 KABC

How do you interview someone perhaps best known for making racially motivated comments? Let's see how John Phillips did it.

Ratings Roundup: NewsNight With Abby Phillip Up 35% For CNN

Phillip's show was the highest gainer for CNN in both the Adults 25-54 and overall audience totals during February.

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Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."

Why The Tennessee Titans Pulling Jared Stillman’s Credential Needs More Specifics

"Professional franchises don’t have to agree with a media member. They don’t have to like the questions being asked or the opinions being offered. But when a credential is pulled immediately after pointed criticism and no explanation is provided, it creates the appearance that a dissenting voice is being punished for being dissenting."

Why The Conclave Wanted a Final Farewell After 45 Years

"Just come to Minneapolis. Remember the good times and bring in some new ones. That's all I'm asking. Bring along your ideas."