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.

Former Salem Radio Network Host Chris Stigall Wins Missouri Republican Primary Race

"This is such an honor. I tell everyone that I wish they could experience the feeling that I feel right now."

Why Are Talk Radio Hosts Missing From 2026 Marconi Award Nominees?

News/talk has produced Marconi winners and finalists for years. Hosts who've been recognized before -- or who've built shows around exactly the kind of local connection and audience loyalty the Marconis are meant to honor -- don't typically forget to apply.

Inside Mark Simone’s Decision to Expand His 710 WOR Show

"We're doing very well ratings-wise, and apparently really well sales-wise, advertising-wise. If we have sponsors waiting, that's a good sign."

Megyn Kelly: CNN’s Dana Bash Clearly Doesn’t Understand Her Job

"You're not a talk show host. Your job is to conduct an interview where you have to be armed with facts to challenge your guest."

Fox News Sees 20% Increase in YouTube Views During July

CNN, ABC News, and MS NOW all posted month-over-month gains, while NBC News and CBS News slipped.

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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."