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.

Scott Masteller Wants to Offer Something Unique to Philadelphia

“I made the decision that if I could do this on terms that are agreeable to both Beasley and myself, that this could be a good partnership.”

An ESPN Strategic Error is at the Root of Its Disappointment With Pat McAfee

“With a history that demonstrates the transition from digital platforms to television is extraordinarily difficult, why would ESPN allow McAfee to put another obstacle in the path to success?”

Mitch Rosen Wants Chicago Businesses To Score Big on the Super Bowl

“I think as an industry we need to have more fun with audio and our brands. This is a little step into that.”

Will 2024 Be The Year Colin Cowherd Reunites With ESPN?

“Leaving FOX to start all over again, even if it is a return to somewhere he knows well, would require a serious commitment.”

The Unorthodox Path to Netflix Carrying NBA Games

“This is not fully fleshed out, but in order to innovate, people and businesses have to start by asking ‘why not?’.”

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Sports Radio’s Past & Present Celebrate National Radio Day

"Many sports media personalities of the past and present shared their celebration of National Radio Day on social media."

Why Consolidation Strategy Beats Streaming Competition Right Now

"A market with only two giant radio companies (and Public Radio) would be better equipped to take format chances and fight the flight to other media."

NFL Executive: New Nielsen Measurement Changes “Raise More Questions”

"The results we've seen so far are really negative for us, and for sports overall."

WTOP’s Joel Oxley to Receive 2026 NAB National Radio Award

"His integrity, vision and dedication have left an enduring mark on our industry, making him a most deserving recipient of this year’s National Radio Award.”