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.

After the Charlie Kirk Tragedy, Are News/Talk Radio Hosts Worried About Public Events?

"It will take some time before I'm ready to do a public-facing event, I'll say that."

MSNBC Was Wise to Cut Ties With Matthew Dowd, But How Do They Avoid Similar Situations in the Future?

There's a firm and steadfast rule that everyone -- not just cable news outlets -- should hold when it comes to hiring.

Why Quu CEO Steve Newberry Couldn’t Turn Down a Multi-Year Extension

"I feel like this is such a next opportunity for radio to really connect with listeners from a programming standpoint and generate revenue from a sales standpoint. So it's been just a terrific experience."

It’s a Coincidence That Fox News Removed Howard Kurtz From Its Weekend Lineup, Right?

His show may not have been the crown jewel of Fox’s lineup, but it filled a role that, frankly, few others in cable news want to play.

Don’t Let the Spirit of Charlie Kirk Fade Away After Senseless Shooting

I have great respect for Kirk, both the man and the news/talk radio host. Because of the qualities he held personally and professionally.

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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."