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.

The Best in Sports and News Media in 2024

"In September 2025 we'll celebrate 10 years in business. I never expected that when this journey began, and I'm damn proud that we've survived this long and continue to grow."

The Timing of Media Layoffs

"The company and leadership team has failed if bad news is being delivered to employees the week prior to Christmas."

Barrett Media to Run Lighter Schedule During the Holidays

"Starting on Christmas Eve and continuing through Friday January 3rd, Barrett Media will be in holiday mode."

Lessons Learned From Management Conversations Involving Jimmy Pitaro and Dave Portnoy

"Portnoy takes a very different approach to running Barstool than Pitaro does at ESPN. Both work because their companies employ people who understand the culture, fit, approach, and vision."

Radio Companies Are Opening The Door For Creators and Digital Giants to Emerge

"I understand radio's need to control costs, but each time a top talent is sent packing, they're being dared to launch a business and create future revenue pain for their former outlet."

Breaking

Meet 580 WCHS’ Chris Lawrence, News/Talk Radio’s Only Marconi Award Personality Nominee

"I was really surprised to hear that I was the only one. It makes me think I must be doing something right if I was able to still be nominated and nobody else in this particular genre was."

WCBS-FM’s New Morning Show Embraces the Station’s Legendary History

"For years, 101.1 was the frequency where all the great talent ended their careers"

Why NFL Sunday Ticket Is A Premium Product With A Major Problem

"Fans shouldn't have to choose between accepting a blackout and hoping their favorite team's game doesn't compete with an overtime finish somewhere else. They paid for access, and they should receive it."

Jack White’s Board Game and the Lost Art of Creating Fans

"Are we developing fans, or just collecting streams?