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.

Grading the NBC News, CBS News, and ABC News Interviews of Marco Rubio

It's rare that the same guest appears on all three shows in the same week. So, with apples to compare to apples, let's dissect how it all went down.

How Salem Radio Network’s Mike Gallagher Has Seen Talk Radio Change During 40-Year Career

"There's such a constant that hasn't changed -- and I know it's cliche -- but content is everything."

The Major Problem with CBS Evening News’ New Strategy Under Tony Dokoupil

The nightly newscast wants to have a renewed emphasis on appealing to "average Americans." There's just one -- albeit gigantic -- problem with that.

What Are the 2026 New Year’s Resolutions For News/Talk Radio PD’s?

"Sometimes we can fall into the trap of thinking it's always politics. That's not always the case."

What News/Talk Radio Hosts Hope Santa Claus Brings the Format This Christmas

"I know we can’t get everything we ask for but at least we can dream."

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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.

BetUS Casino Teasing New Program Potentially Tied To Dianna Russini Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic this spring after Page Six published photos of her with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Now, several outlets are confirming she is poised for a comeback as soon as next week."