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.

NBC News Might Set the Blueprint with Steve Kornacki Special Election Coverage

This is, almost to a "T", exactly what streaming news viewers want and expect.

How Vince Coglianese, Larry O’Connor, and Anthony Cumia Show Prep for a News/Talk Radio Show

"It's all consuming. Every second of the day, whether it's consuming media on my phone, TV, or radio ... it is a never ending experience."

Why CNN Not Phoning It In on Thanksgiving Matters

CNN didn't treat the holiday morning as a burden. It treated it as an opportunity.

Why A Bet on 101 KXL Paid Off For New Program Director Grant McHill

"It's something I've wanted to do for a long time. I've passed on other opportunities to lead and PD other stations because I believe in KXL."

Why the Thanksgiving Table is the Perfect Metaphor For What News/Talk Radio Should Be

If you showed up to a Thanksgiving meal and the only meal available was green bean casserole, would you ever want to go back?

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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."