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.

How Planning KOA 850’s 100 Year Celebration Gave Dave Tepper a Deeper Appreciation for Its Legacy

"The heritage of it really speaks for itself. I've learned so much about that these last few months because we've really dove into the history of the station."

The Watch: Jesse Watters Primetime, Fox News

Watters is in the premiere spot in the Fox News lineup. Does his show match the placement? Lets find out.

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.

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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."