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.

What Do Media Professionals Want to Read on Barrett Media?

"How much do broadcasters want to learn and be challenged versus remain informed on industry gossip and news?"

If Trust Matters in Media, Then Why Are Advertisers Fixated on Social Media?

"A second look at radio and TV might be worth it. The audience trusts it. Maybe it's time that advertisers did too."

Barrett Media Adds Ryan Wild, Jacquie Cadorette, DC Hendrix and Amy Snider

"I received more than 400 emails and applications expressing interest in writing for us, and I'm thankful for the interest. However, I can't hire everyone. I'm very excited about this team, and look forward to showcasing their work once we go live in a few weeks.”

Should Broadcaster Salaries Be Made Public?

"If you were working in a smaller market, making 50K per year, and your salary got reported in the press and discussed in media circles, how would it sit with you?"

Barrett Media Hires Jeff Lynn to Spearhead Music Radio Coverage

"Adding Jeff to our editorial team to spearhead our music radio coverage is important for building brand identity and trust across the industry."

Breaking

Dianna Russini Reportedly Planning Return To Sports Media “Sooner Than Later”

"Front Office Sports reported that Russini is already engaging in conversations about a return to sports media sooner than later."

Mike Valenti: Dianna Russini Findings By The Athletic “Gaslighting” The Public

"The Athletic has to own this. They have to own that one of their highest-paid employees seems like, sounds like, feels like, was banging an NFL head coach who's married."

News Media Reacts After Maria Bartiromo Exits Fox News, Press Secretary Speculation Grows

The timeline of Maria Bartiromo's last appearances on the network coincides with the announcement that current White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt would resign from the post.

WFNZ Announces Multi-Year Extension With Charlotte Hornets

"We are incredibly proud to reunite with the Charlotte Hornets as the team’s flagship radio station."