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 Access Losing Its Value in Sports Media?

We’re in an age where access comes at the expense of actual content. The decision makers have decided that it trumps quality, and that sucks.

Rethinking Social Media in 2025

“To understand how to shape a social media strategy, you first have to accept a reality. These platforms are not designed to help your business.”

What is Pardon the Interruption in a YouTube World?

“Its success robbed the show of its unique identity.”

Pat McAfee’s Influence Goes Far Beyond ESPN and College GameDay

“I don’t think McAfee told the school who to hire, but I am sure he made his feelings about his old coach very clear when asked.”

Disney Has Streaming Advantages With ESPN That it Must Lean Into

“Making it a premium add-on to Disney+ instead of its own product may not solve that problem entirely, but it does create the advantage of convenience.”

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Sports Media Has a Serious Reporting Problem

"Nobody in the sports media business who values the truth should feel good about reporters failing to report the Kyle Shanahan or LeBron James stories in real time."

iHeartRadio Layoffs Spark Broadcasting Career Change Conversations

"Most union electricians in New York earn around $200,000 annually when overtime is included."

Unorthodox Or Ill-Fated? 60 Minutes’ New Correspondents Raise Eyebrows

Legacy programs carry more risk than most. 60 Minutes is set to begin season 59, and its brand rests on a very specific kind of credibility.

How Ron Slay Proved a Sports Radio Success Story Doesn’t Always Go as Planned

"Being part of a team, you know when you have something special. This is one that feels special top to bottom. It was a no brainer, and I was extremely excited to stay home and keep my talents at The Zone."