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.

Is AI Advertising About to Disrupt Local Media Revenue Streams?

Let's be honest: the money being poured into AI infrastructure is staggering. You'd have to be naive to assume that ad dollars won't follow the eyeballs.

How 1010 WINS Anchor Susan Richard Wrote and Produced Her Own Film

"Most of it was written in the conference room on the 10th floor of 345 Hudson behind Ben Mevorach's office."

Todd Starnes Returns to National Show Following Medical Absence

"The bottom line here is that I'm going to be ok. And I love that. I'm very thankful for that. I'm very blessed for that."

World News Tonight Remains Above 8 Million Viewers in April’s Final Week

It marked the 8th straight week of overall ratings growth for the David Muir-led program.

Saga Communications Reports 5.6% Revenue Decline During 2026’s First Quarter

"The other day, one of our leaders said to me, 'It's more important to get it right than it is to be right.' And we are beginning to get it right."

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60 Minutes Set to Add Ross Douthat, Sebastian Junger, Gianna Toboni, and Trevor Phillips

The additions follow significant turnover that created an immediate need for new on-air talent. Scott Pelley, Cecilia Vega, and Sharyn Alfonsi were fired from the program, while Anderson Cooper declined to renew his contract.

Eddie Olczyk Stepping Down From Seattle Kraken Television Broadcasts

"Everything has revolved around my hockey career since 1988 when I got married to my wife. Everything has been centered around my schedule. Well, that’s changing. And now’s the time."

2026 Marconi Radio Awards Finalists Announced by NAB

The winners will be revealed on Tuesday, October 20th, during a dinner program at the Edison Ballroom in New York City.

John Fredericks Media Network Buys WAKM-AM

John Fredericks Media Network is expanding again. WAKM-AM in...