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.

Tony Reali: Goal Was To Invent His Next Job Following Around the Horn Cancelation

"I thought I was going to be the type of person I said goodbye on one show, I'd be doing the next show the next day. Every fiber of my being wanted that to be the case too. This is when I decided to listen to other people in my life, and I'm so grateful I did."

Scripps Sports Signs Rights Agreement for U.S. 2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup

"We’re thrilled and honored to bring the 2027 event to ION and to the millions of loyal and passionate volleyball fans across the United States."

Advertiser Interest in Podcasting Hits 12-Year High Despite Gap in Actual Spend

"Results show 93% have discussed podcast advertising as a potential investment. Meanwhile, only 76% currently advertise in podcasts, and 74% plan to in the next six months."

James Brown Not Ready To Retire From CBS Sports ‘The NFL Today’

"When it’s my time to go, I don’t want people looking over, as the proverbial story is, to see all that talent that was unused in the grave."

Jon Gruden Hints At Desire To Transition Into NFL Play-By-Play Role

"I want to be play-by-play. Frank Gifford, he transitioned into the play-by-play role. I would like to transition. I had nine years of watching these guys — [Mike] Tirico. And I’d like to give that a shot, man."

Breaking

Skydance Officially Completes Merger of Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery

"Our focus now turns to the future: building a company that empowers creatives, entertains audiences and rewards shareholders. We couldn't be more excited to get to work."

Emmy Awards Shifting From Broadcast To Streaming On Prime Video Beginning Next Year

"Having a dedicated home with Prime Video allows us to build on that legacy with unprecedented global reach and a broader commitment to the Television Academy and our mission throughout the year."

WIBC’s 1977 Hostage Crisis Brought to Life by Jon Hamm in ‘American Hostage’ Series

"I had a lot of friends that went to IU, so it was very, very close to my heart in many ways. And I thought we did a great job of relating that wonderful story."

Braiden Bell Seeking His Portland Trail Blazers Role Back Following Firing

"Braiden is not asking anyone to excuse what he wrote. He has owned it, without excuses. What he is asking is whether a boy’s words from fourteen years ago should outweigh everything the man has done since."