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.

Why Sports Franchise Owners Should Move Away From the Mic, and Stay in the Office

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"Please, owners: less is more. Support publicly. Criticize privately. Stay rich. Stay upstairs. Stay off the mic. Your fanbase doesn’t want to hear from you."

Have Tony Romo’s Quirks Exposed a Hidden Truth About NFL Commentary

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"Romo seems bored, trying to be cute and funny while hoping nobody notices. The truth is out, Tony. The preparation isn’t there. The enthusiasm feels fake."

Al Michaels Is Failing to Measure Up to His Own Standard

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"When the magic starts to fade, everyone seems to know it but you. The audience hears it. Your partner feels it. Producers see it. The industry whispers it and the only person who doesn’t… is the living legend himself."

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"
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Howard Stern’s HBO Max Deal Is a Win for Everyone Involved

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Audio built Stern's legend, yet television extends it to a generation that discovers shows through streaming platforms rather than satellite dials.

When Artists Die: Streaming Data Tells the Story

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"The genuine shock of losing someone whose voice shaped your entire life. That can't be planned. That's real."

Salem Media’s Allen Power Reflects on 50-Year Radio Career Before Retirement

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"It's bittersweet. What I will do is just be grateful. I'll be grateful for the 26 years with Salem, and the 50 years in the business, and the wonderful people that I've worked with."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

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"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."