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.

Jonathan Hutton and Chad Withrow Open Up About Leaving OutKick, New Beginnings

"We're all fearful when you disconnect with an audience for a couple of months. This is a short-term memory span society; you don't want to be gone for too long."

Ryan Clark Out As NFL Analyst For ESPN

"Clark joined ESPN in 2015 and became a regular voice on NFL Live and Monday Night Countdown."

Michael DeCourcy Officially Retires From The Sporting News

"My wife and I moved back to Pittsburgh two years ago after having been away for 32 years. It’s our hometown, and our families live here. It’s a chance to spend more time with my wife."

Paramount Deal For Warner Bros. Discovery Paused By Court Order Till August 3

"Today’s decision is an important victory for ⁠all those who would be hurt by this merger, and I look forward to continuing to fight this case."

Boomer Esiason: Leaving ‘The NFL Today’ Was a “Lifesaver” for Me

"I couldn't have been any more pleased or happier with the way that I was going out. I didn't even consider wanting to go another year, while I know that other people did. But for me, I was done."

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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."