Garrett Searight

1347 POSTS
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.

CMA Names Brittany Schaffer as New CEO

"We met with an exceptional group of candidates, and we believe Brittany is exactly the leader to carry this organization into its next era."

NASCAR CEO: Amazon Prime Video Wants More Races in TV Package

"I’ve talked to Eric Shanks at Fox, I’ve talked with folks at Amazon, I’ve talked with Turner, and all of them are really happy with what’s going on right now and feel the momentum in the sport."

The Daily Wire Selling Consumer Brands to Jeremy Boreing

Jeremy Boreing departed The Daily Wire last year. But now the two sides have agreed to a new business deal. What We Know: The Daily...

Veritone Executive Paul Cramer Departs After Eight Years

His departure follows Veritone's recently announced cost-cutting initiative, in which it revealed plans to reduce its workforce by 25%.

SEC Network Adds Chase Daniel as SEC Nation Analyst

"Having played for an SEC school and always admiring the fans of the conference, I am so grateful to be a part of this premier college football show and cannot wait to get to work!"

Breaking

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."