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.

Confrontation is Part of the Job in Media

“If you can get the audience to care about you enough to be happy when you’re on the receiving end of a verbal lashing, you’re probably pretty good at this job.”

Michael Kay Has No Plans to Stop at ESPN New York

Nothing stays the same for very long in radio. That’s definitely true in New York. While Michael Kay has managed to remain a stalwart...

Roger Goodell Gets a Black Eye in Sunday Ticket Decision

"The initial ruling may not hit the NFL as hard as some industries, but no one can ignore a $4.7 billion judgement against them."

Radio’s Audience is Aging, but Older Talent Can’t Catch a Break

“History tells us that some talented people are going to be passed over because they are on the wrong side of 40 or 50.”

Meet The Bettors: John Jastremski, The Ringer

“I think the lines, without question, tell a story.”

Breaking

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."