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.

Will More CNN Personnel Follow Kara Swisher Out the Door When Paramount Skydance Takes Over?

You could argue that an aversion to change at CNN led to the ouster of Chris Licht. Is that spirit still alive at the outlet?

CNN’s Relaxed Presentation Won’t Change Its Ratings Performance, But It’s a Start

Viewers likely aren't going to choose CNN because the presentation has changed. But it's at least the right line of thinking.

Women’s History Month: Why Premiere Networks President Julie Talbott Puts an Emphasis on Mentorship

"For those who want to rise, we absolutely need to help them in any way we can, because the greater diversity you have in every position, the more diverse ideas you have to come up with the best solutions."

CBS News Radio’s Demise: Canary in the Coal Mine or Deliberately Destroyed?

Either this is a huge problem for the radio industry or a huge overreaction by CBS News.

How Chris Stigall Went From a Card Table to National Syndication with Salem Radio Network

"I lost my job a few years ago in Philadelphia. I thought I was done, I thought I'd seen my best days, and my career was over. And God had other plans."

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How Local Radio Expands Audience Through Partnerships

"Tear down the traditional thought of competitive ownership groups and start thinking about how you can build shared audiences."

Why Radio’s Best Stories Aren’t Really Overnight Wins

"Great programmers don't wake up one day with an instinct for finding talent or coaching personalities."

Clip Culture Is the Necessary Evil Every Sports Media Talent Must Learn To Live With

"The same clips that invite criticism also introduce your work to thousands of potential new listeners, viewers, and subscribers who otherwise may never discover your show. In today's media landscape, discovery rarely begins with a radio dial or a podcast app. It begins with an algorithm."

Inside Sandy Grossman’s Long Road to Immortality at the Pro Football Hall of Fame

"He knew his job was to provide the best pictures to the fans of the NFL. I just want people to know my father did everything he could to provide those pictures, but also be the best father and grandfather as well."