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.

33% View Stations With AI Voices Less Favorably, New Crowd React Media Data Shows

Although 44% of respondents expressed at least some level of positivity toward AI voices, that support didn't fully translate into favorable views of stations using the technology.

ABC: FCC Singling Out TV for Same Things Talk Radio Does

"The Commission has trained its attention on daytime and late-night television — programs perceived as unfriendly to the current administration — while leaving untouched the vast landscape of talk radio, where candidates routinely appear without their opponents."

July 4th Ratings: Fox News Finishes Ahead of CNN and MS NOW

Fox News earned more than 5 million viewers in primetime on the day.

SN650 Vancouver, SN960 Calgary to Cease Operations

The station carried Westwood One programming instead of its local shows on Tuesday morning.

Netflix Adds Michael Irvin to Home Run Derby Broadcast Team

"I know it’s in Philadelphia, so I’ve got to walk amongst them, but I’m willing."

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Full Metal Jackie Honors Ozzy Osbourne With Free Radio Special

July 22 marks one year since Ozzy Osbourne's passing....

Assault Charges Against Mike Missanelli Dropped By Pennsylvania DA

“After reviewing additional information, the office made the determination that it would withdraw the charges. In every case, we are always continuing to investigate after charges are filed.”

99.1 The Sports Animal Adds Eric Cain with Tyler Ivens in Afternoon Drive

Eric Cain is headed to afternoon drive on 99.1...

ESPN SVP John Lasker to Retire After 27 Years

"John has been at the forefront of nearly every major iteration and evolution of our streaming business, shaping how fans access and experience ESPN content in the digital age."