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.

77 WABC’s Sid Rosenberg Elected to New York State Broadcasters’ Association Hall of Fame

"After seeing this letter tonight, it has been all worth it. To be recognized as one of my industry’s all-time greats is nothing short of surreal."

The Dumbest Rule in News/Talk Radio — and Why Hosts Should Break It

The hosts who build real, lasting connections with their audiences aren't the ones who follow every internal directive without question.

101 KXL Promotes Heather Roberts to News Director

"She is relentless in her search for the news and will serve KXL well in this role. I'm excited to see where she takes the KXL News Department."

Larry O’Connor to Host Free Fisher House Radio Special for Independence Day

Fisher House provides free temporary lodging for military and veteran families while loved ones receive treatment at military and VA medical centers.

Martha Zoller, Longtime WDUN Host, Dies

"More than a great broadcaster, she was a great friend. Always willing to help whomever she could, wherever she could.”

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Bill O’Reilly: NewsNation Uses Me as ‘Utility Player’ to Drive Ratings Growth

"I love doing Cuomo's show because it's the best debate show on television right now."

Universal Music Group Paywalls India New Releases Exclusively

"The paywall mechanism redirects casual listeners toward paid subscriptions"

MeTV FM Returns to Coachella Valley Radio Dial

"The station's "Mid-Century Memorable" concept sprinkles classic songs throughout daily rotation."

Premium Users Access Spotify Running Mode in Seven Markets

"Workout playlists have become the platform's most popular Prompted Playlists use case to date."