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.

The Watch: Elizabeth Vargas Reports on NewsNation

Elizabeth Vargas is a trailblazer. Is she still on top of her game in a new timeslot at NewsNation? Let's find out.

A Behind-The-Scenes Look at How Nielsen Moved Its PPM Radio Ratings to a Three-Minute Qualifying Time

"We brought this idea from inception to implementation in about 30 weeks. That's a huge accomplishment."

FOX Sports Taught Every Radio Station A Lesson During Super Bowl LIX

If FOX didn't make everything for sale when the price tag was $8 million, your radio station doesn't have to, either.

Hosting Seattle’s Morning News at KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM Now a Dream Come True for Charlie Harger

"I have listened to KIRO since I was 5 or 6. I've always wanted to work here and be here. I never thought I'd wind up in this high-profile morning role, but here I am."

The Interview: Jason DeRusha on 830 WCCO

DeRusha shows why an interview about how often you should wash your jeans can be engaging to an audience expecting constant political talk.

Breaking

Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."