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.

How Rachel Cruze Is Helping Carry Dave Ramsey’s Message Into the Next Generation

"It’s such a gift to have multiple people carrying this message and even other messages, so it's not all on my shoulders."

Is YouTube Doing Enough to Combat ‘AI Slop’ And Keep the Playing Field Fair For Creators?

YouTube can’t say it’s actively combating AI slop while profiting from it in obvious ways.

Why Paul Rieckhoff is Betting on the Middle with His ‘Independent Americans’ Podcast

"There’s an aspiration for what we’re building. We want to be for independents what Pod Save America was for liberals or what Shapiro has been for the right."

Why Chris Plante Focusing on News/Talk Radio Should Be Viewed as a Big Win

I don't know about you, but I don't want to look around the news/talk radio landscape and keep thinking "It's clear that person would rather be on TV."

2 Lessons the Dr. Pepper Jingle Can Teach News/Talk Radio Pros

Dr. Pepper is a billion-dollar brand. And yet, no one is too big to benefit from being liked.

Breaking

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."