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.

Hollywood Strikes Are Good News For Live Game Rights

"Executives and fans alike fear a content slowdown as we near the fall. Do you know who couldn’t be happier about this though? The NBA."

Why Is the Biggest Barstool Audience on TikTok?

“The world is made up almost entirely of non-P1 consumers. When it comes to digital media, TikTok may be the very best way to reach them and show them that it is worth coming back over and over.”

Why Do We Still Treat Ratings Like Gold?

"In 2023, we all agree they do not tell the full story of a station’s reach. Yet, our sellers cling to them and so does ownership."

Do Streamers Need to Invest in Linear TV For Sports Dominance?

“As in any business deal, the answer to the question ‘does that make sense?’ will only become clear with math.”

Meet the Market Managers: Chad Boeger, Union Broadcasting Kansas City

"I think people know that we're locally owned and operated, and that goes so far because people know how much we are part of the community."

Breaking

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."