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.

Why MS NOW Is Betting on Personality for Its Daytime Schedule

MS NOW is choosing a different lane, and it's doing so at a moment when the network needs one.

iHeartMedia Reports 4.7% Revenue Increase During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

"Our work in building our digital assets continues to pay off; this is the sixth consecutive quarter in which the Digital Audio Group Adjusted EBITDA is larger than the Multiplatform Group Adjusted EBITDA.”

WTOP Expands ‘Top News Podcast’ With Hourly Updates and Video

“This new podcast represents a natural evolution of the WTOP brand."

Peter Alexander On MS NOW Show Debut: I’m an ‘Advocate For the Facts’

"I like to say that Americans deserve facts, not spin."

iHeartMedia Strikes Video Podcast Deal With Disney+ and Hulu

"Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts."

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Is the Influencer Marketing Bubble Bursting? Omnicom’s Backslash Thinks So

Global influencer marketing spend was over $32 billion in 2025, but Backslash says this is a bubble that is bursting.

ESPN to Air More Than 150 NBA G League Games in 2026-27

ESPN will present more than 150 NBA G League games during the 2026-27 season

Mariah Carey Is Defrosting: My Favorite Holiday Moments in Radio

"A concept that simple has lasted more than 25 years. That’s the best proof it works."

NFL Faces New Trial Over $4.7 Billion Sunday Ticket Verdict

The ruling represents another setback for the NFL as it defends its Sunday Ticket distribution model.