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.

Reflecting on Where The Daily Wire, Westwood One Sit One Year After Relationship Ended

It's been nearly one year since Barrett Media broke the story that The Daily Wire and Westwood One were ending their partnership. Each has faced trials since that moment.

Why KIDO’s Kevin Miller Believes A Thanksgiving Promotion Shows the Power of AM Radio

"Fortunately, the AM band is still very strong here. And when people in Idaho can see and touch their favorite personalities -- or my little local show -- in the age of digital humanizes the station."

News/Talk Radio Hosts Carry the Weight — But Do Their Bosses Even Notice?

Here’s the truth that leadership needs to grasp: if pay doesn’t come up for the talent that drives the product, the format will lose those people. Not “may.” Will.

The Disney vs YouTube TV Spat Had a Hidden Message to the Cable News Industry

If you didn't pick up on this, you're out of touch.

Why the Time Was Right for Ross Kaminsky to Move to Mornings at 850 KOA

"Listeners want to hear a little bit more analysis and commentary along with their news. I love the idea of being the guy to bring that kind of a show to people in the morning on KOA."

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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."