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.

‘Inside the NBA’ May Be Wearing a New Jersey, but the Program Remains Legendary

"For your ears, it was as if nothing changed. For your eyes, the difference was in those four bright letters—a new chapter for the best studio show in sports history"

Television Networks Have Become So Reliant on Live Sports for Their Own Survival

"NFL, college football, the Masters, and March Madness all cost networks tens of billions collectively. Without them, broadcast TV’s ratings would plummet, and advertisers would flee"

Why Bill Belichick Needs To Return Behind the Mic Sooner Than Later

"Bill Belichick doesn’t belong in college football. He belongs behind a mic — and that’s the Belichick we miss"

Baseball Postseason Broadcasts Are in Need of Fresh Voices for a New Generation

"The game has incredible stories to tell, yet the voices telling them are largely the same ones we’ve heard for years"

Renegotiating NFL Media Deals Early Is Far From a Gamble

"Football isn’t just entertainment — it’s a ritual, a fix, an addiction. And the numbers prove it"

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"iHeart is clearly investing in Gomez, moving him into a higher-profile slot — a vote of confidence in his growing company role."

Provident Entertainment Promotes Josie Hardin and Reagan Hughes to Director Roles

"A unique combination of strategic thinking, marketing expertise, and genuine passion for both our artists and industry."

‘Move the Sticks’ Podcast Officially Comes to an End

"It's been a fantastic run for the MTS podcast. Partnering with a respected colleague and friend on 1K+ episodes has been a career milestone."

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"PTI led all studio shows with 703K viewers, its best May since 2019."