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.

Radio Row Is One of The Worst Weeks For Our Listeners

Radio Row is a great opportunity for hosts, PDs, and executives. But it isn't an inherently great opportunity for your listeners.

What Happened to Tony Romo?

I wonder if fans grew tired of the event being spoiled before it happened as reason for the turn against Romo.

Shannon Sharpe Could Learn A Lesson From Tony Dungy

I can disagree with him, but Dungy – who has often been the human embodiment of grace, humility, and class – displayed grace, humility, and class at a time when it would have been easy to show anger, bitterness, and hatred.

Has Al Michaels Lost His Fastball?

If the only thing Michaels can display while calling games is disdain or disinterest, maybe it's time to step aside.

NBC Nailed Its New Big Ten Booth

I believe the newly created booth is nearly a best case scenario as NBC expands its college football coverage.

Breaking

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."