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.

Five Common Sense Items To Make Sports Media Better in 2026

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"Instead of forecasting trends or firing off hot takes, here are five common sense things that would genuinely make sports media better in 2026."

The Overlooked Case for the NBA Cup and Its Long-Term Value

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"The NBA isn’t chasing nostalgia. It’s chasing habits. The NBA Cup isn’t just a concept — it’s a sellable property"

Does Notre Dame Skipping Bowl Season Really Affect Sports Television?

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"Notre Dame skipping the Pop-Tarts Bowl is like Taylor Swift skipping the Grammys. It makes the event a bit less glitzy and dramatic, but the show goes on."

As Lebron James’ Era Comes to an End, Who Will Be the Next King of the NBA?

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"The crown is slipping, and the armor is dented. The true crisis, however, isn’t in the King’s mortality — it’s in the absence of a bold successor"

Why Stephen A. Smith Leaving NBA Countdown Benefits Everyone Involved

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"This is good. For ESPN. For the NBA. And yes, for Stephen A. too"
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Barstool Sports Is Mainstream Media, Whether Dave Portnoy Likes It or Not

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"The establishment has changed. When one of the largest and most influential voices in sports reaches millions where modern audiences actually consume content, it isn't operating outside the mainstream anymore."

CNN’s Independence Day Coverage Shows Network’s Live Event Strength

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Live event programming is a different animal, and CNN has quietly become one of the best in the business at it.

Joon Lee Reveals How He’s Turned an ESPN Layoff Into a Thriving YouTube Career

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"For me, this was a time in my life to try and take a big swing and might as well go for it. Because I don’t have any kids that are dependent on me. It felt like the right time to take a risk."

Music Radio Isn’t Done With the Taylor Swift Wedding

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"There are angles everywhere. Pick one per day and build around it."