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.

CNN’s Relaxed Presentation Won’t Change Its Ratings Performance, But It’s a Start

Viewers likely aren't going to choose CNN because the presentation has changed. But it's at least the right line of thinking.

Women’s History Month: Why Premiere Networks President Julie Talbott Puts an Emphasis on Mentorship

"For those who want to rise, we absolutely need to help them in any way we can, because the greater diversity you have in every position, the more diverse ideas you have to come up with the best solutions."

CBS News Radio’s Demise: Canary in the Coal Mine or Deliberately Destroyed?

Either this is a huge problem for the radio industry or a huge overreaction by CBS News.

How Chris Stigall Went From a Card Table to National Syndication with Salem Radio Network

"I lost my job a few years ago in Philadelphia. I thought I was done, I thought I'd seen my best days, and my career was over. And God had other plans."

Why Rush Limbaugh is Responsible for the Current Conservative Media Civil War

Rush Limbaugh didn't start a fight. He ended one — for decades. And now that he's gone, everyone left standing wants to throw punches. Think...

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Los Angeles Lakers PA Announcer Lawrence Tanter Retires From Role After 43 Years

"Since the 1980s, LT has narrated every chapter of Lakers basketball, connecting generations of fans, players, coaches and staff while becoming a trusted and unforgettable part of the Lakers experience."

CNN Poll Finds Fox News Most Trusted Political Brand in TV

The data from SSRS and CNN comes after a Reuters survey showed that only 33% trusted Fox News.

Sticks Media Loses WLGR As Border Media Reacquires Station

"We view it as a great opportunity to invest our resources and long-term vision into the station."

DAZN Reportedly Restructuring For Potential Outside Investment, Initial Public Offering

"DAZN has been expanding aggressively — merging with ViewLift, a leading provider of streaming and digital solutions deeply embedded in U.S. sports, signaling clear ambitions to break into American local sports markets."