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.

Edison Research: On-Demand Audio Consumption Widens Lead Over Linear

"On-demand platforms, including streaming music and podcasts, now account for 56% of all audio time in 2026, according to Edison Research's Share of Ear."

NBC Reportedly Discussing Acquiring FIFA World Cup 2030 Rights For Both English, Spanish

"FOX Sports currently holds the English-language U.S. World Cup rights, and like Telemundo, is entering the final year of its deal."

FOX Sports’ Eric Shanks: Alexi Lalas Is The “Cornerstone” For Network’s Soccer Coverage

"He’s the straw that stirs the drink, and he’ll be the cornerstone for many years to come."

How the Foul Territory Network Is Leading a Baseball Media Revolution

"We’re all in this together. In a lot of ways, it’s growing, but it’s also shrinking as well. It’s a small community. We don’t look at others as competitors. We’re not just growing the game, we’re also growing the industry at the same time."

AI Isn’t Replacing Sports Media Talent, It’s Replacing Those Who Ignore It

"Five years from now, I don't think employers will ask whether applicants know how to use AI. They'll simply assume they do, just as they assume candidates know how to send an email, edit audio, or post to social media. The differentiator won't be whether you use AI. It'll be how effectively you use it."

Breaking

Paul Finebaum Show Listener ‘Handsome Joe’ Credits The Program For Saving His Life

"I'm used to working 18 hours a day to just [being] bedridden. Everybody else was busy, and I felt like nobody had time for me. But you somehow seemed like you did. I don't think if it wasn't for your show, I wouldn't have been alive today. That's facts."

Skydance CEO David Ellison Promises to Protect CNN News Independence

Ellison spoke with CNN’s Anderson Cooper during a company town hall on Tuesday.

MS NOW Launches Road to the Midterms Series in Battleground States

MS NOW will air live broadcasts from five key states.

Steve Berthiaume Departs Arizona Diamondbacks After 14 Seasons

"I’m obviously surprised and disappointed. As I told the Diamondbacks, I’m very appreciative to have had the opportunity to connect with our fan base these past 14 years."