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.

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."

Kap and J.Hood, Mitch Rosen, Danny Zederman, Brandon Spano, Kevin Cassidy, Keith Williams and John Goforth To Speak at the 2025 BSM Summit

"The goal of this event is to bring sports media folks together to share ideas and information, examine issues, build relationships, and celebrate success."

Breaking The Rules is Necessary in Media

"Just because something exists one way today doesn't mean it has to stay that way."

2025 BSM Summit Tickets Go On-Sale Thursday

"Tickets for the Summit go on-sale at Midnight on Thanksgiving day. They will be available for a discounted rate of $199.99 through Sunday night December 1st."

Barrett Media Welcomes Jon Lafayette as Sports Editor, Promotes Derek Futterman to Associate Sports Editor

"We want to share news, tell stories, highlight people, and explore business issues that effect all areas of the industry. But to do that, adjustments have to be made."

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Versant CEO Mark Lazarus: MS NOW Not Seeing Same ‘Viewer Fatigue’ as Fox News

"I think it’s a testament to the quality of our product, to the voices that we have on there, and to the trust that our viewers have in our brands and in our talent."

Nikki Preston Joins Kiss 98.5 Morning Show

“I’m beyond excited to be returning to Western New York after more than a decade on-air in Southern California."

Chris Cuomo Considering News Media Exit: ‘I Can’t Handle What Wins’

"My desire to punch people in the face is consuming me."

Craig Carton Challenges Jeff Pearlman to a Discussion Following Comments About John Rocker Appearance

"The difference between me and you, Jeff [Pearlman], is that I've got nothing to hide. My skeletons are out there. They played out publicly. But I'm sure you got some things you don't want people to know about. So why don't we get into it?"