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.

Saga Communications CEO Chris Forgy Explains Why Going to AI Voices for Station Imaging Makes Sense

"It was just to be prudent, to allow us to grow, not to try to cut our way out of a downdraft, because you can’t do that.”

Ratings Roundup: MSNBC Saw 20% Increase in Primetime Viewership Last Week

The network saw an even larger jumper in the Adults 25-54 demographic.

Do the Epstein Files Mark a Fork in the Road for News/Talk Radio Hosts?

It seems as if you can do what your audience wants, or do what the President wants. Not both. And that feels like a Catch-22.

How YouTube Propelled Smart TVs Past Smart Speakers as a Preferred Podcast Platform

"When we look at the correlation of those smart TV users and what is the app they use most for podcasts, it's overwhelmingly YouTube."

MSNBC Turns 29: How the Network Flourished After Picking a Side

MSNBC knows exactly what it is. And in today’s fractured media landscape, that alone is a major accomplishment.

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OutKick Digital Posts Strong Growth For Third Quarter 2026

"OutKick’s quarterly numbers reflect the platform's continued growth and influence across sports and culture."

Katie Zacharia Transitioning Away From Role as White House Press Secretary

Less than a day before reports of her departure, Zacharia appeared on Hannity, where the Fox News host questioned whether she was suited for the job.

NFL Viewership At Strongest Point Ever Through Five Weeks

"Games are averaging 18.8 million viewers, up 1% from the same point last year."

CBS News, Fox News Digital Top Unique Visitors List During 2026’s 3rd Quarter

According to Comscore, Fox News Digital generated 4.6 billion multiplatform views and 10 billion multiplatform minutes during the quarter.