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.

60 Minutes Sees 9% Ratings Increase During 2025-2026 Season

Digitally, 60 Minutes saw 2.5 billion views across its major platforms. Views on TikTok rose 85% year-over-year.

Saying Farewell: The CBS News Radio Eulogy

Here's the hard truth: CBS News Radio didn't die of natural causes. It died of malpractice. A fundamental misunderstanding of its value — and its role in the greater media ecosystem — is what killed it.

Why Luis Segura Couldn’t Say No to 105.9 WMAL

"WMAL is the most influential news/talk radio station in the country. An opportunity to contribute here and with this amazing team is one that I could not pass up."

The Hill Finishes April as Most Visited Political News Site

April marks the seventh straight month The Hill has earned the top spot on the total visits list, according to Comscore.

Stephen Colbert Ends Run on CBS, The Late Show Thursday

"LateNighter.com reports that Colbert's final program will run 17 minutes long."

Breaking

Cam Newton: Ryan Clark Became Too Emotionally Tied To His Role At ESPN

"This is a business. You can't tie your emotions into business, and I think Ryan Clark naturally did that. Does that make him a bad person? Absolutely not."

Fox News Leads July Cable News Ratings, CNN Sees Large Primetime Jump

Total day viewing softened for most networks as summer viewing patterns continued.

ESPN Reportedly Near Deal To Produce Documentary Surrounding LeBron James’ Philadelphia 76ers Stop

"The series would also pull from rookie-year footage NBA crews have shot throughout his career, including unseen material."

Grammy Awards Create Asian Pop Category, BTS Boycotts

"BTS didn't specify its exact reasons for the boycott."