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.

Saluting Black Broadcasters: Gee Scott Sr., KIRO Newsradio

"The most important thing is belief. Belief is more important than talent. Because if you believe, whether you're right or wrong, it doesn't matter."

Michael Berry Doesn’t Want to Be All Serious All the Time

"I get to entertain everyday and people come and listen to me. That really -- more than anything else -- is the thrill."

Are Networks Getting Money’s Worth From High-Dollar Announcers?

I know the networks only care about what goes down on their broadcasts, but can they be getting more from the folks they're paying millions to?

Saluting Black Broadcasters: Terry Foxx, iHeartMedia Austin/San Antonio

"I don't want to be known for being an African American in the business, I want to be known to be the best at what I do every day."

Are News/Talk Radio Hosts Born or Made?

It's the "Chicken or the Egg?" of the news/talk world. Do you have to be born a news/talk radio natural to succeed in this industry or can it be taught?

Breaking

Jacques Doucet, Voice Of The Montreal Expos, Dies At 86

"He was certainly a giant, and his loss is immense."

FOX Sports Unveils College Football Broadcast Teams For 2026 Season

"FOX Sports looks to continue on the momentum from the FIFA World Cup was an exciting year of action beginning week one with the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers."

Bob Stilson Retires From The Breeze Buffalo Mornings

"Stilson's exit marks another chapter closing for local Buffalo radio."

Family of 93 WIBC’s Matt Bair Releases Statement Following Unexpected Death

"His death was accidental, and we do believe at this time that alcohol was a contributing factor."