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.

Can WrestleMania Have A Network TV Future?

Peacock was the home of WrestleMania on Saturday and Sunday night, and the entire time I watched, one question continued to circulate in my head: Why isn't this on NBC?

4 Takeaways From The 2023 BSM Summit

The opportunity to grow in knowledge, soak in the information presented, and see the thought processes of our industry's leaders was an inspiring time.

Xperi & Joe D’Angelo Are Ready For Radio’s Future

"I want this audience to see how they can leverage the technology that is nine times out of ten already going to be at their radio station."

JJ Redick Is Great At Hot Takes For Someone Who Claims to Hate Them

The man can be accused of many things, but a conventional thinker he is not. Redick is wise, has knowledge, experience, and is well-spoken.

First Take Thrives On Your Outrage

The NHL's fandom -- or lack thereof -- does not rest on what the opinion of the sport is from Molly Qerim or Stephen A. Smith.

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Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brady Marks, 107.3 Alternative Cleveland

"I was taught a lot at the station, so I'm a big believer in it. I'm a product of it."