John Mamola

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John Mamola is Barrett Media's sports editor and daily sports columnist. He brings over two decades of experience (Chicago, Tampa/St Petersburg) in the broadcast industry with expertise in brand management, sales, promotions, producing, imaging, hosting, talent coaching, talent development, web development, social media strategy and design, video production, creative writing, partnership building, communication/networking with a long track record of growth and success. He is a five-time recognized top 20 program director in a major market via Barrett Medi's Top 20 series and has been honored internally multiple times as station/brand of the year (Tampa, FL) and employee of the month (Tampa, FL) by iHeartMedia. Connect with John by email at John@BarrettMedia.com.

Mike Greenberg: Mike Golic Is the “Most Important Person in the History of ESPN Radio”

"He was there before I got there, and he was there after I left. So, it only makes sense. So I think it's great."

Portland Trail Blazers Cut Broadcasters Michael Holton, Neil Everett, Jamie Hudson Among Others

"According to Forbes, four broadcasters are gone: TV analyst Michael Holton, statistician Tom Haberstroh, host Neil Everett, and host Jamie Hudson. Also, TV play by play voice Kevin Calabro tells The Oregonian that he's decided to step away from his role."

Pat McAfee Announces Release Of Upcoming Album “The Diary Of A Polarizing Figure”

"For as long as I can remember my mere existence has made people hate my guts. I’ve been writing songs about it for 20yrs & it’s time to let them aht."

Audacy Announces SportsRadio 610 Rebranding As 95.7 The Fan Beginning August 13

"Sports Radio 610, we're growing. You heard it in the promo, and you're going to hear it a lot from us as we get to this August 13th date, and as we go beyond it. We're becoming louder, clearer, and better than ever."

Jemele Hill: Journalism Continues To Be Phased Out In Sports Broadcasting

"In an attention economy, what matters is who can draw the attention. Sometimes it doesn't matter often whether it's good attention or bad attention. If you can captivate audience, that is what your biggest selling point will be."

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Inside Jarrett Payton’s Decision to Leave WGN and Join 104.3 The Score

"When I'm speaking, I hope I'm speaking for the fans. Hopefully when you do say something, you have a loud enough microphone that you're being heard. If I'm being heard, the fans are being heard as well."

Bobby Bones Reveals Top 40 Most Influential Radio Personalities

I can acknowledge the impact of all of them in my lifetime. I'd have to put them at the top of any list.

Fox News Wins Big With Karoline Leavitt, But Does She Win Too?

For Fox News, the hire is a clear win. For Leavitt, the picture gets murkier. Her talents are undeniable, but the landing spot might not showcase them.

Why The Broadcast Booth Is Radio’s Next Untapped Digital Opportunity

"The radio booth has always been one of the most authentic places in sports media. If radio broadcasters are willing to go the extra mile to put cameras in the booth, they should go the added mile and stream those booths live."