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.

Social Studies: Sarakshi Rai, The Hill

"We really believe in the trial-and-error approach because we want to be accessible to our readers and our audiences on whichever platform they're at."

Social Studies: Blake Thompson and Jennifer Sievertsen, Ramsey Solutions

"We found that we can do content on social in such a short form with just the highlights of what we do in a long-form setting to hook people."

What News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Copy From Dan Bongino As He Exits Westwood One

Bongino isn't a "classically trained" radio host. And yet, he grew to become one of the best in the business. Here's how.

Social Studies: Elly Rowe, WTOP

When you think about platforms like TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram, those platforms really prioritize that video content, and it jump-starts the algorithm in a way that allows more visibility to all of our content.

The Watch: The ReidOut with Joy Reid on MSNBC

I watched the final episode of The ReidOut on Monday night to see if I can understand why she was viewed as one of the chief villains in the Trump sphere.

Breaking

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."