John Lund

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With decades of experience behind the mic, John Lund is more than a sports commentator and weekly columnist for Barrett Media—he’s a storyteller, humorist, and true fan. He's hosted shows in mid sized markets like Pittsburgh and Salt Lake City to larger cities like San Francisco, Detroit and Dallas. John has even hosted nationally on ESPN Radio. Known for his sharp wit and deep sports knowledge, John welcomes your feedback. Reach him on X @JohnLundRadio or by email at John@JohnLundRadio.com.

The NFL Offseason Is the Most Powerful Content Machine in Sports

"No 'See You in September' marquee, graceful bow, or running of the credits. The NFL doesn't do farewell tours. It does program cycles."

Is It Too Late for the FCC To Fix Sports on Television

"The FCC probably can't do much. Its jurisdiction over streaming is murky. Netflix and Amazon don't answer to it the way broadcast stations do. The agency's sharpest weapon is noise — enough of it that Congress eventually acts."

The Echoes of Team USA Hockey Gold Should Wake up Sports Media From Its Slumber

"The media's job now is to keep this moment alive. Cover the NHL with the urgency it deserves. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are coming up, competing with the NBA, and the action sells if the right networks fully embrace it."

Mick Cronin Exhibited What Not To Do When the Media Ask Tough Questions

"Mutual respect matters. I respect your living. Respect mine. There’s no need to embarrass. No need to intimidate or imply one job is more important than the other."

Could Netflix Home Run Play for Barry Bonds Be a Ticket to His Place in the Hall of Fame?

"You don’t change votes with statistics anymore. You change them with perception."

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From HOT 97 to the Operating Room: Megan Ryte’s Next Chapter

"You made one dream come true, who says you can't make another?"

Omaha Productions Creates First Women’s Sports Series For Roku

"The great thing about women’s sports is there are still a lot of stories that haven’t been told."

2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Presented by Point to Point Marketing Day 3 Recap

The Consultant Conversation Fred Jaobs (Jacobs Media)Mike McVay (McVay Media)Moderatir:...

John Skipper: FIFA World Cup on FOX Sports Is “Second Greatest” Production of Event Ever

"Does it bother me that I [turn] on the television and I have to watch Fox in order to see the World Cup? Hell yeah, it bothers me."