Jason Barrett

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Jason Barrett is the Founder and CEO of Barrett Media. The company launched in September 2015 and has provided consulting services to America's top audio and video brands, while simultaneously covering the media industry at BarrettMedia.com, becoming a daily destination for media professionals. Prior to Barrett Media, Jason built and programmed 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, and 101 ESPN in St. Louis. He was also the first sports programmer for SportsTalk 950 in Philadelphia, which later became 97.5 The Fanatic. Barrett also led 590 The Fan KFNS in St. Louis, and ESPN 1340/1390 in Poughkeepsie, NY, and worked on-air and behind the scenes at 101.5 WPDH, WTBQ 1110AM, and WPYX 106.5. He also spent two years at ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT producing 'The Dan Patrick Show' and 'GameNight'. JB can be reached on Twitter @SportsRadioPD or by email at Jason@BarrettMedia.com.

Has Sports Media Content Become Too Serious?

Growing up in Brooklyn, sports were a huge part of my childhood. My first memory involved the New York Yankees winning the World Series...

BSM Podcast – Season 2 – Episode 2 – Joe Fortenbaugh – 95.7 The Game

After the opening pleasantries on episode 2 of Season 2, Jason dives into The 5 in 5. This week's stories focus on Vice Sports...

3 Sports Media Stories Worthy of a 30 For 30

What if I told you, that another sports media show or personality would be given a future 30 for 30 documentary. Who would you...

Crowe Named PD at KNBR; Hammer Shifts To VP of PXP

Jeremiah Crowe has been given the reigns to set the tone and vision for one of the most successful sports radio stations in the...

BSM Podcast – Season 2 – Episode 1 – Josh Innes – SportsTalk 790

Season 2 begins with an explanation of why the podcast went on hiatus for two months. Jason then introduces a new feature called The...

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Why Facebook’s New Video Feed Matters for News Media Creators

If your newsroom or your channel walked away from that platform, now's a good time to reconsider.

Can AM/FM Radio Survive the Smartphone-Integrated Car Era?

This study should be yet another wake-up call for our industry.

What Managers Should Learn From ESPN’s Latest Round Of Layoffs

"There is a responsibility that comes with making these decisions, not just in who is let go, but in how the news is communicated. When that control slips and information leaks before leadership delivers the message directly, it doesn't just create headlines—it erodes trust.

How Talent Feel About Audacy’s Expansion Into Sports Radio’s Future

"It's a positive to merge with SiriusXM. It is interesting that all these competitors in the arena are now joining forces. That never would happened ten years ago."