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.

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?

Are Desmond Howard and Charles Woodson Analysts or Fans?

Howard and Woodson used their platforms to provide Fox News-style analysis in defense of "their team". It should have been embarrassing, but I think they're proud of their work.

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”