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.

Barrett Media Launches the Top 20 of 2025, and New Digital Show This Week

"On Wednesday, we'll present our first results for this year's Top 20 series and launch the first episode of 'The 4Cast'."

Audacy CEO Kelli Turner to Speak at the 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit in New York City

"Kelli will join me for the Keynote Conversation on Tuesday, June 30th."

The 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Reveals Its First 22 Speakers

"This event is designed to serve executives, managers, programmers, talent, sales/advertising professionals, and anyone who has an interest in better understanding the audio business."

Sports Media’s Criticism of Lynn Jones’ Conduct Showcases a Giant Hypocrisy

"This is a case of 'but journalism has always been done this way'."

How Broadcasting Layoffs, AI, and Creators Are Redefining the Media Industry

2026 has arrived, and hope springs eternal for many across the broadcasting industry. But before we move forward, we must first revisit some harsh...

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Barrett Media Announces Top 20 in Radio Awards Show During Super Bowl Week in Los Angeles

“Up to 40+ awards in total will be handed out during the three-hour ceremony.”

Is ESPN Overcomplicating Super Bowl LXI With Too Many Viewing Options?

"The Super Bowl is more than a football game, it's America culture. ESPN doesn’t have to convince viewers why they should watch, as it has worked to do with the College Football Playoff National Championship."

Strategic Solutions Research’s Hal Rood Explains What The Podcast Study 2026 Reveals

“There definitely is a flashing yellow light for ad load. Now, is it a red alert yet? No, but we’re seeing the canary in the coal mine.”

Rock Radio Should Steal From Ash Dykes’ Congo Basin Stunt

"Stunts don’t need to be death-defying — they can take place in the studio or at a client location instead of on a river full of killers."