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.

6 Months After ESPN Radio Layoffs, How Much Has Changed?

After a nearly completely revamped lineup was introduced, I think we've given it some time to breathe. But have any of the previous issues been solved with the changes?

Amazon Investing in Diamond Sports Group Makes Too Much Sense

Just because Amazon has tons of money to spend doesn't mean it's done so unwisely. And any potential investment in Diamond Sports Group would be a wise investment.

Is 98.5 The Sports Hub Taking Cues From Barstool Sports in Searching for Rich Shertenlieb’s Replacement?

Most sports radio talent searches take place behind closed doors with strict vows of secrecy. But 98.5 The Sports Hub isn't like most sports radio stations.

As Sports Radio Leaders Prepare for 2024, Ask Yourself This One Question

Constantly, the leaders of major brands will say: "We're not in the radio business, we're in the content business." But if you're leaving out one entire area of content, are your words hollow?

Is the NFL Really an Unchallengeable TV Product?

If most opportunities to watch the NFL in primetime are regarded as miserable, is there really no way to beat the league in the ratings or has no one actually tried?

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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."