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.

Why Stephen A. Smith Isn’t the Person News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Emulate

For many reasons, Smith is someone to model. But there are other reasons for why you should steer clear of his antics.

Quu CEO Steve Newberry Sees a Bright Future for Visual Radio Ads

"There's a ton of opportunity, but we're beginning to get our legs beneath us."

Dominic Carter is Still Hunting for Domination in Afternoons on 77 WABC

"Things are going well. The numbers are up substantially. But let me be very clear: I'm just getting started. I'm not done."

The Watch: Special Report with Bret Baier, Fox News

Fox News has put all its weight behind Baier being viewed as the network's straight news man. Does he live up to the billing?

Ratings Roundup: NBC Nightly News Sees Slight Dip As Tom Llamas Takes Over For Lester Holt

The decline for NBC News in total viewership is more significant than the immediate losses suffered by CBS Evening News earlier this year.

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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."