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.

Nexstar Media Group Reports 62% Revenue Increase During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

"We remain confident that the case challenging our acquisition of TEGNA is without merit and we will continue to vigorously defend it.”

Strong Digital Performance Helps Townsquare Media Finish Q2 Nearly Flat

"Our Digital businesses represented 57% of Townsquare’s net revenue and 59% of Segment Profit in the first six months of the year."

Why Christine Romans Built Her NBC News NOW Show With the Kitchen Table in Mind

"I have a jargon jar that I keep on a little table next to the desk, and I tell everybody there's going to be no jargon — no 'earnings beat expectations' or this or that about the economy."

Vertical Video Isn’t a Fad Anymore — It’s Where the Money and the Audience Are

"Excluding China, (vertical video) is on track to hit $150 billion in 2026, up from $106 billion."

Worldwide News Network Launches Weekend Business Reports, WTOP First Affiliate

“WWNN is not simply filling the gap left by the demise of the CBS Radio Network. We’re building something stronger and more relevant for today’s audience."

Breaking

Why is ESPN Silent as Troy Aikman and Joe Buck’s Potential Breakup Overshadows Its First Super Bowl?

"When high-profile relationships fracture and significant dollars are involved, sometimes a mess is unavoidable."

Election Night 2026: What 10 Top News/Talk Programmers Tell Their Staffs

“Success on election night comes from the prep that is done before that day."

Buzz Brainard is Not a Radio Guy And It Works

"They call in Monday through Thursday, and then they show up on Friday. And it's always all about them."

Every Day Is Election Day in Rock Radio

"Rarely does one preset satisfy 100% of a listener’s wishes."