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 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"

Tom Brady Is the NFL’s Most Important Made Man

"It’s Tom Brady, out in the open, doing Tom Brady things. And if that bothers you, then make sure your team is smart enough to keep its own secrets"

Sports Media Requires Different Perspectives From Players and Non-Players Alike

"Players, reporters, hosts—every opinion now flies instantly to anyone with Wi-Fi. The lesson? Fans need more than just the player’s perspective"

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Barstool Sports Is Mainstream Media, Whether Dave Portnoy Likes It or Not

"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

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

"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

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