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.

Sid Rosenberg Disappointed 77 WABC Hosts Ignored Benjamin Netanyahu Interview

"It was all over the papers. All over the Middle East and Europe. I've got six different newspapers in Israel this morning and late last night talking about that conversation."

MS NOW Takes Live Event to Texas Ahead of 2026 Midterms

"...We're bringing our trusted anchors and reporters together to directly engage with our audience for a day filled with lively discussions, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments..."

Nexstar Media Group Endorses FCC Plan to Repeal TV Ownership Cap

"Modernizing these outdated regulations will help ensure broadcasters can continue investing in local journalism and providing the free, trusted news and information that communities across America rely on every day.”

FCC Sets August Vote to Repeal 39% TV Ownership Cap

"Repealing the national cap will provide essential relief for local broadcasters by restoring a healthy counterbalance to the growing leverage of national programmers."

Magellan AI Data Shows 30-Second Podcast Ads Outperform 60-Second Spots

The report strengthens the case that shorter podcast commercials can improve efficiency without sacrificing results.

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Why Broadcast Radio Will Never Get Its Fair Share of Political Advertising Dollars

Political advertising was never built as a meritocracy, and campaigns don't always spend where the numbers point them. They spend where the instinct — and the image — feels safest.

How “Swagu” Marcus Spears Built His Second Career at ESPN

"My wife and my kids will forever be the priority. I’ll literally walk away from anything if I felt it was a detriment to them and my family. I got the greatest job because I don’t get flack from my bosses knowing what’s most important to me."

Why The Tennessee Titans Pulling Jared Stillman’s Credential Needs More Specifics

"Professional franchises don’t have to agree with a media member. They don’t have to like the questions being asked or the opinions being offered. But when a credential is pulled immediately after pointed criticism and no explanation is provided, it creates the appearance that a dissenting voice is being punished for being dissenting."

Why The Conclave Wanted a Final Farewell After 45 Years

"Just come to Minneapolis. Remember the good times and bring in some new ones. That's all I'm asking. Bring along your ideas."