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 Drew Anderssen Led 1080 KRLD to a Longform Refresh of the Heritage Brand

"There's really not a shift from all-news. I think from the outside looking in, you could make that assumption, but at the end of the day, the radio station is talking about the news all day long."

Why News/Talk Radio Needs to Embrace Localism More Than Ever Before

News/talk radio has been somewhat reliant on nationally syndicated shows. But that advantage could soon be going away. It's best to get ahead of losing that advantage sooner rather than later.

Gordon Borrell Believes in the Bevy of Options Available to Local Advertisers in 2024

"Advertisers are willing to experiment. They've got twice as many choices out there today."

Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren Are at the Perfect Spot on KFI AM-640

"I would drive my car into a bridge abutment if I had to drive into work every day knowing I was going to do four hours of politics."

What Does Norah O’Donnell Leaving CBS Evening News Mean for the Future of TV News?

It appears as if O'Donnell purposely sought out an exit from the anchor chair. What does that idea say about the importance of the network newscast in 2024?

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Dave Portnoy: FOX Sports Executives Suggest More Dallas Cowboys Content On Wake Up Barstool

"A direct quote. You can never have enough Cowboys talk and never enough LeBron talk. [I] swear to God."

Jon Stewart Signs Deal to Stay at The Daily Show Through 2028 Election

“Jon Stewart is a generational talent, and The Daily Show continues to be one of the most influential franchises on television and a cornerstone of Comedy Central."

Dana Perino: The Five Was Supposed to Be a Five-Week Show

"I didn’t really appreciate in television how important chemistry was until I got here."

The Breakfast Club Disputes Kaz’s Ratings Claim, Touts Dominant New York City Numbers

"For The Breakfast Club, it reinforces its standing as iHeartMedia’s morning anchor in the market."