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 the Unlikely Pairing of Kristin Brey and Steve Scaffidi Works for 620 WTMJ

"It is an interesting pairing because I am a woman, I am a millennial, and I am liberal. He's the opposite of all three of those things."

CBS News Must Answer This One Question As It Approaches the Fork in the Road

CBS News can stay on the path that it's on -- and wish it hadn't -- or taken an opportunity to ponder this question.

The Watch: NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt

For one final team before he relinquishes the role, let's check in on the most trusted man in television news.

For Nick Coffey, Moving to Mornings on 840 WHAS in Lousiville is A Dream Come True

Coffey will replace Tony Cruise -- who has worked at 840 WHAS since 1992 -- on Kentuckiana's Morning News.

The Interview: O’Connor & Company with Larry O’Connor, 105.9 WMAL

How does someone who does a radio show, a podcast, and a digital video show handle a strictly radio interview? Let's find out.

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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."