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.

Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest to Simulcast on ABC as Part of Disney Celebrates America Marathon

"There is no event on the calendar that better captures the spirit of America than the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. There is nowhere I would rather be than the corner of Surf and Stillwell on our nation’s 250th anniversary."

KXnO Host Trent Condon Departs Station Following “Controversial” Comments Regarding iHeartMedia Layoffs

"My days at KXNO are over. My comments were considered "controversial" from corporate about my colleagues that were let go. I stand by what I said.

Len Weiner Retiring After Helping Shape Sports Radio for More Than Four Decades

"I loved working in Miami because it’s been more of a challenge to do things here sports-wise. The passion and creativity of the people I work with I will surely miss."

Why This Year’s Barrett Media Audio Summit Matters More Than Ever

"It’s a combination of seminar and social gathering, where people come to learn, network, educate, challenge one another, and leave with a treasure trove of ideas to bring back to their markets."

Mike Tirico Hints At Desire To Call His First Major League Baseball Game

"At some point, I'd love to get a couple innings in during my career."

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."