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.

Without Lee Fitting, College GameDay Enters a Season of Uncertainty

"So what is 2023 on College GameDay in the eyes of ESPN executives? Is it the start of a new era or is it a year the show has to survive before a more grandiose reset?"

Can Sports Radio Actually Learn Something From a Regional Sports Network?

"We don’t always have to be territorial about the content that goes out over our airwaves."

What is Sage Steele’s Media Future After ESPN?

"Whatever you think of her politics, Steele clearly has respect as a broadcaster."

ESPN Bet & FOX Bet Cannot be Compared

"FOX Bet failed, but not because there is no market for a network-branded sportsbook. It was just the wrong network."

ESPN Radio is Trusting Radio People Again

"They know the value of their words. They know that you sticking around for another minute is not guaranteed. They do not have the aide of pictures, so it is on them to be compelling every second."

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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."