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Garrett Searight is Barrett Media’s News Editor, which includes writing bi-weekly industry features and a weekly column. He has previously served as Program Director and Afternoon Co-Host on 93.1 The Fan in Lima, OH, and is the radio play-by-play voice of Northern Michigan University hockey. Reach out to him at Garrett@BarrettMedia.com.
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Sports Radio
iHeartMedia Signs 7 Year Contract Extension with the Minnesota Vikings to Stay on 100.3 KFAN and 1130 KTLK
iHeartMedia and the Minnesota Vikings have signed a seven-year...
Suzyn Waldman: Working With John Sterling in New York Yankees Radio Booth Again Took 2 Seconds to Feel Normal
"You could tell he had missed it, and I thought it was great.”
Oakland A’s Radio Voice Vince Cotroneo Shares Behind-The-Scenes View of Team’s Final Game in Oakland
The 2024 season is his 32nd year in the big leagues after previously calling games for the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers before joining the Oakland A's.
Joe Brand Honored to Be the ‘Baseball Guy’ Who Got the Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Play-by-Play Job
Earlier this month, the Pittsburgh Penguins named Joe Brand...
WFAN Announces Plans for Latest Boomer & Gio Live Event
On Friday, November 22nd, Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti will be at The Paramount in Huntington, New York for the fourth edition of their live show.
Sports Columns
Big Radio Needs to Treat Employees Better and Remember ‘The Golden Rule’
You may have heard the story about what went...
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It is fitting that ESPN SportsCenter anchor Scott Van...
Cris Collinsworth NBC Extension Means Network NFL Analyst Roles Are Filled Through 2027 Season
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What Jason Goff Calls ‘Old-School’ is Costing Radio Great Talent
When Jason Goff told his podcast listeners that he...
If Younger Audiences Won’t Come to Radio, Maybe Radio Should Follow Charlie Kirk’s Lead and Go to Them
"Whether you care about politics and like or dislike Kirk, isn't important. It's the idea he came up with that you should be thinking about taking advantage of."
Sports Television
Dick Vitale Receives Humanitarian Award, Inducted into the Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame
Dick Vitale, who has called more than a thousand...
ESPN Averages 2.5 Million Viewers as Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever End Season with Most-Viewed WNBA Game Ever on Cable
In her final act of her rookie season on...
Steve Stone Signs Long-Term Extension to ‘Spend the Rest of Career’ with the Chicago White Sox
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Netflix Announces Jake Paul-Mike Tyson Docuseries to Air Ahead of Heavyweight Boxing Event
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ESPN Reportedly Parts Ways with NBA Reporter Zach Lowe as Disney Layoffs Continue
According to reports from Andrew Marchand of The Athletic,...
News Radio
Dan Bongino: George Soros Becoming Major Shareholder of Audacy Won’t Stop Me From Criticizing Him
"He can cancel my show today and I will not lose a micro-second of sleep over that. My listeners know how to find me."
WMAL Morning Host Larry O’Connor to Teach Hillsdale College Class on Podcasting
“I never went to college. It’s pretty wild for me to find myself in this position as an instructor for college students.”
Dave Ramsey to Feature Sit-Down Interview with Donald Trump
"It was a great interview. You're going to want to see it."
WBBM Celebrating 100th Anniversary with Special Content Series
"WBBM@100" features conversations between midday anchor Rob Hart and various former and current station personnel.
Mike Gallagher: I Still Struggle With Whether or Not Talk Radio Hosts Are Journalists
"I joke about being a big-mouth talk show host. That's what I am."
News Columns
Three Things Media Outlets Need to Include in Election Coverage
As news media outlets put the finishing touches on...
News Talk Radio and the Art of the Reset
I have been beachcombing the last couple of months...
Does News/Talk Radio Need to Join News Television in the Spirit of Collaboration?
TV brands have started sharing their content with one another on the biggest stages. Should news/talk radio follow suit?
News Talk Radio Hosts Need Real On-Air Chemistry
Is there such a thing as on-air chemistry between...
News Media Shouldn’t Get Too Close to the People They Cover
The people on whom you report or about which...
News Television
FOX Weather Meteorologist Bob Van Dillen Rescues Atlanta Motorist From Flood Waters Live on Fox News
"I just said 'I realize I'm with you guys, I'm on-air, but I can't let it go.'"
Newsmax and Smartmatic Settle Defamation Lawsuit Before Trial Begins
“Newsmax is pleased to announce it has resolved the litigation brought by Smartmatic through a confidential settlement.”
CNN to Debut Paywall for News Content Next Month
CNN is utilizing a similar approach that The Times and many other news outlets feature.
CNN, ABC News Win Big at 2024 News Emmy Awards
At the ceremony, a Lifetime Achievement Award was bestowed upon longtime NBC News and CBS News host Jane Pauley.
Sean Hannity After Stephanie Ruhle Interview with Kamala Harris on MSNBC: I Am Not Shy About My Political Biases, And Other Hosts Shouldn’t Be...
"I interviewed Donald Trump, and I definitely want Donald Trump to win. I am not shy about it. I say it all the time."
Music News
People’s Choice Country Awards Winners Honored
Morgan Wallen emerged as the standout winner of the night, securing four awards in total.
iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Lineup Announced
The lineup will feature Katy Perry, Tate McRae, Jack Harlow, Shaboozey, Benson Boone, The Kid LAROI, and more.
Heather Deluca Exits SoJo 104.9 Atlantic City
During her 15-year tenure, Deluca held various positions, including APD/MD and finally PD.
Kelly Ford Upped To Music Director At 103.1 The Wolf Long Island
“It’s become hard to count how many times I’ve heard, ‘wow, I love Kelly so much. You’re lucky to have her.’ We couldn’t agree more."
Lindsay Bloom Joins Syndicated ‘TJ & Riggins Show’
She will assume the female co-host role on the show, which Alexis Aguiluz had held until departing earlier this summer.
Music Columns
Three Things Media Outlets Need to Include in Election Coverage
As news media outlets put the finishing touches on...
News Talk Radio and the Art of the Reset
I have been beachcombing the last couple of months...
Does News/Talk Radio Need to Join News Television in the Spirit of Collaboration?
TV brands have started sharing their content with one another on the biggest stages. Should news/talk radio follow suit?
News Talk Radio Hosts Need Real On-Air Chemistry
Is there such a thing as on-air chemistry between...
News Media Shouldn’t Get Too Close to the People They Cover
The people on whom you report or about which...
Podcasting
Top Podcast Advertisers Spent More Than $45 Million in August Alone, New Magellan AI Data Shows
That was down slightly compared to the $47.8 million from the top 15 spenders in July.
The New York Times Sets Pricing Plans for Access to Podcast Archives
The New York Times will make the three most recent episodes of each podcast available for free, while putting every other episode behind the paywall.
SiriusXM and Meadowlark Media Partner for New Soccer Podcast, ‘GoalLess’ from SmartLess Media
SmartLess Media, the media company developed out of the SmartLess podcast...
FOX Sports Launches New Original Podcast Series: ‘Tom Rinaldi Presents: Sacred Acre’
FOX Sports has announced the release of a new...
60 Minutes to Debut Companion Podcast Hosted by Seth Doane
"We’re offering more opportunities for viewers to engage with our stories and inviting new audiences to experience the journalism and storytelling that defines us.”
Garrett Searight is Barrett Media’s News Editor, which includes writing bi-weekly industry features and a weekly column. He has previously served as Program Director and Afternoon Co-Host on 93.1 The Fan in Lima, OH, and is the radio play-by-play voice of Northern Michigan University hockey. Reach out to him at Garrett@BarrettMedia.com.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Voices
- Industry Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
Sports Radio
iHeartMedia Signs 7 Year Contract Extension with the Minnesota Vikings to Stay on 100.3 KFAN and 1130 KTLK
iHeartMedia and the Minnesota Vikings have signed a seven-year...
Suzyn Waldman: Working With John Sterling in New York Yankees Radio Booth Again Took 2 Seconds to Feel Normal
"You could tell he had missed it, and I thought it was great.”
Oakland A’s Radio Voice Vince Cotroneo Shares Behind-The-Scenes View of Team’s Final Game in Oakland
The 2024 season is his 32nd year in the big leagues after previously calling games for the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers before joining the Oakland A's.
Joe Brand Honored to Be the ‘Baseball Guy’ Who Got the Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Play-by-Play Job
Earlier this month, the Pittsburgh Penguins named Joe Brand...
WFAN Announces Plans for Latest Boomer & Gio Live Event
On Friday, November 22nd, Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti will be at The Paramount in Huntington, New York for the fourth edition of their live show.
Sports Columns
Big Radio Needs to Treat Employees Better and Remember ‘The Golden Rule’
You may have heard the story about what went...
Scott Van Pelt Represents the Past and Future of ESPN SportsCenter Anchors
It is fitting that ESPN SportsCenter anchor Scott Van...
Cris Collinsworth NBC Extension Means Network NFL Analyst Roles Are Filled Through 2027 Season
So, Cris Collinsworth haters, today is not your day....
What Jason Goff Calls ‘Old-School’ is Costing Radio Great Talent
When Jason Goff told his podcast listeners that he...
If Younger Audiences Won’t Come to Radio, Maybe Radio Should Follow Charlie Kirk’s Lead and Go to Them
"Whether you care about politics and like or dislike Kirk, isn't important. It's the idea he came up with that you should be thinking about taking advantage of."
Sports Television
Dick Vitale Receives Humanitarian Award, Inducted into the Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame
Dick Vitale, who has called more than a thousand...
ESPN Averages 2.5 Million Viewers as Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever End Season with Most-Viewed WNBA Game Ever on Cable
In her final act of her rookie season on...
Steve Stone Signs Long-Term Extension to ‘Spend the Rest of Career’ with the Chicago White Sox
Steve Stone announced on the Chicago White Sox television...
Netflix Announces Jake Paul-Mike Tyson Docuseries to Air Ahead of Heavyweight Boxing Event
Netflix has announced it will have a three-episode docuseries...
ESPN Reportedly Parts Ways with NBA Reporter Zach Lowe as Disney Layoffs Continue
According to reports from Andrew Marchand of The Athletic,...
News Radio
Dan Bongino: George Soros Becoming Major Shareholder of Audacy Won’t Stop Me From Criticizing Him
"He can cancel my show today and I will not lose a micro-second of sleep over that. My listeners know how to find me."
WMAL Morning Host Larry O’Connor to Teach Hillsdale College Class on Podcasting
“I never went to college. It’s pretty wild for me to find myself in this position as an instructor for college students.”
Dave Ramsey to Feature Sit-Down Interview with Donald Trump
"It was a great interview. You're going to want to see it."
WBBM Celebrating 100th Anniversary with Special Content Series
"WBBM@100" features conversations between midday anchor Rob Hart and various former and current station personnel.
Mike Gallagher: I Still Struggle With Whether or Not Talk Radio Hosts Are Journalists
"I joke about being a big-mouth talk show host. That's what I am."
News Columns
Three Things Media Outlets Need to Include in Election Coverage
As news media outlets put the finishing touches on...
News Talk Radio and the Art of the Reset
I have been beachcombing the last couple of months...
Does News/Talk Radio Need to Join News Television in the Spirit of Collaboration?
TV brands have started sharing their content with one another on the biggest stages. Should news/talk radio follow suit?
News Talk Radio Hosts Need Real On-Air Chemistry
Is there such a thing as on-air chemistry between...
News Media Shouldn’t Get Too Close to the People They Cover
The people on whom you report or about which...
News Television
FOX Weather Meteorologist Bob Van Dillen Rescues Atlanta Motorist From Flood Waters Live on Fox News
"I just said 'I realize I'm with you guys, I'm on-air, but I can't let it go.'"
Newsmax and Smartmatic Settle Defamation Lawsuit Before Trial Begins
“Newsmax is pleased to announce it has resolved the litigation brought by Smartmatic through a confidential settlement.”
CNN to Debut Paywall for News Content Next Month
CNN is utilizing a similar approach that The Times and many other news outlets feature.
CNN, ABC News Win Big at 2024 News Emmy Awards
At the ceremony, a Lifetime Achievement Award was bestowed upon longtime NBC News and CBS News host Jane Pauley.
Sean Hannity After Stephanie Ruhle Interview with Kamala Harris on MSNBC: I Am Not Shy About My Political Biases, And Other Hosts Shouldn’t Be...
"I interviewed Donald Trump, and I definitely want Donald Trump to win. I am not shy about it. I say it all the time."
Music News
People’s Choice Country Awards Winners Honored
Morgan Wallen emerged as the standout winner of the night, securing four awards in total.
iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Lineup Announced
The lineup will feature Katy Perry, Tate McRae, Jack Harlow, Shaboozey, Benson Boone, The Kid LAROI, and more.
Heather Deluca Exits SoJo 104.9 Atlantic City
During her 15-year tenure, Deluca held various positions, including APD/MD and finally PD.
Kelly Ford Upped To Music Director At 103.1 The Wolf Long Island
“It’s become hard to count how many times I’ve heard, ‘wow, I love Kelly so much. You’re lucky to have her.’ We couldn’t agree more."
Lindsay Bloom Joins Syndicated ‘TJ & Riggins Show’
She will assume the female co-host role on the show, which Alexis Aguiluz had held until departing earlier this summer.
Music Columns
Three Things Media Outlets Need to Include in Election Coverage
As news media outlets put the finishing touches on...
News Talk Radio and the Art of the Reset
I have been beachcombing the last couple of months...
Does News/Talk Radio Need to Join News Television in the Spirit of Collaboration?
TV brands have started sharing their content with one another on the biggest stages. Should news/talk radio follow suit?
News Talk Radio Hosts Need Real On-Air Chemistry
Is there such a thing as on-air chemistry between...
News Media Shouldn’t Get Too Close to the People They Cover
The people on whom you report or about which...
Podcasting
Top Podcast Advertisers Spent More Than $45 Million in August Alone, New Magellan AI Data Shows
That was down slightly compared to the $47.8 million from the top 15 spenders in July.
The New York Times Sets Pricing Plans for Access to Podcast Archives
The New York Times will make the three most recent episodes of each podcast available for free, while putting every other episode behind the paywall.
SiriusXM and Meadowlark Media Partner for New Soccer Podcast, ‘GoalLess’ from SmartLess Media
SmartLess Media, the media company developed out of the SmartLess podcast...
FOX Sports Launches New Original Podcast Series: ‘Tom Rinaldi Presents: Sacred Acre’
FOX Sports has announced the release of a new...
60 Minutes to Debut Companion Podcast Hosted by Seth Doane
"We’re offering more opportunities for viewers to engage with our stories and inviting new audiences to experience the journalism and storytelling that defines us.”
Garrett Searight is Barrett Media’s News Editor, which includes writing bi-weekly industry features and a weekly column. He has previously served as Program Director and Afternoon Co-Host on 93.1 The Fan in Lima, OH, and is the radio play-by-play voice of Northern Michigan University hockey. Reach out to him at Garrett@BarrettMedia.com.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Voices
- Industry Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
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