Demetri Ravanos

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Demetri Ravanos is a former columnist and editor for Barrett Media. He is the creator of The Sports Podcast Festival, and a previous host of the Chewing Clock and Media Noise podcasts. He occasionally fills in on stations across the Carolinas in addition to hosting Panthers and College Football podcasts. His radio resume includes stops at WAVH and WZEW in Mobile, AL, WBPT in Birmingham, AL and WBBB, WPTK and WDNC in Raleigh, NC. You can find him on Twitter @DemetriRavanos or reach him by email at DemetriTheGreek@gmail.com.

Why X (Twitter) Dies Without Sports Media Involvement

"It isn’t a free speech platform. It’s a cesspool and it’s time for sports media brands to say goodbye"

Are Movie Theaters the Next Gold Rush for Sports?

"There is money to be made in a deal that creates a premium communal viewing experience."

The Mantra That Guided Lee Corso Is Sports Media’s Best Advice

"It’s entertainment, sweetheart. Football’s our vehicle"

What is New Heights After a Visit From Taylor Swift?

"I don’t think Jason and Travis Kelce are planning to sunset the show, so what’s the follow up? Is there one?"

Why An ESPN College Football RedZone Is Destined To Fail

"Now that ESPN owns the RedZone brand, ideas to expand into other sports are natural, but they ignore the realities of why RedZone works"

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Sports Illustrated Layoffs Underway Affecting Several Legacy Writers

"In total, a reported 10 to 15 people were affected."

UMG Rejects Ackman’s $64 Billion Takeover Bid

"We remain committed to leading the industry by attracting the world's top talent"

Coleman Insights Sets Podcast Trailer Study Webinar

The session analyzes four real trailers — High Scrollers, Better Than Yesterday, Superfan Diaries, and Binge or Cringe — spotlighting key differences in storytelling, structure, and emotional impact.

KVJ and WRMF: The Accidental Stars of Florida’s Most Viral Traffic Stop

"WRMF's KVJ morning show playing clearly as the deputy stepped out of his patrol car."