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.

Is There Still Room For Sports Talk Shows on News Talk Radio Stations?

“American culture is fragmented, and not just politically.”

NBC’s Decision on Al Michaels Isn’t Popular, But It May Not Be Wrong

"If the consensus is that his talent is not what it used to be, maybe this was an easy decision for NBC."

Damon Amendolara, Evan Cohen, and Jason Smith Explain Why Being a Hater Isn’t a Bad Thing in Sports Radio

“If a host is perceived as a hater of a team or of a player’s on field/court/ice performance, that is a confirmation of listening by a fan, that’s a great thing!”

Has Stephen A. Smith Outgrown First Take?

“Stephen A. Smith is irreplaceable at ESPN so long as the network wants to be in the First Take business. Smith is smart enough to know that won’t be forever.”

Does Mark Cuban See a Bubble That is About to Burst in Sports Media?

“The now-former Shark Tank star has a good track record of identifying the ideal time to bail.”

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Los Angeles Lakers PA Announcer Lawrence Tanter Retires From Role After 43 Years

"Since the 1980s, LT has narrated every chapter of Lakers basketball, connecting generations of fans, players, coaches and staff while becoming a trusted and unforgettable part of the Lakers experience."

CNN Poll Finds Fox News Most Trusted Political Brand in TV

The data from SSRS and CNN comes after a Reuters survey showed that only 33% trusted Fox News.

Sticks Media Loses WLGR As Border Media Reacquires Station

"We view it as a great opportunity to invest our resources and long-term vision into the station."

DAZN Reportedly Restructuring For Potential Outside Investment, Initial Public Offering

"DAZN has been expanding aggressively — merging with ViewLift, a leading provider of streaming and digital solutions deeply embedded in U.S. sports, signaling clear ambitions to break into American local sports markets."