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.

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Ronde Barber: “I Wanted To Do Something Different” With Jon Gruden Calling Tampa Bay Buccaneers Preseason Game

"I'm hoping it's not going to be a traditional play-by-play color type of situation. It'll be unique to us and it'll be a whole a whole lot of fun."

Nielsen Delists ESPN Louisville Signals Following Diaries Submitted From Employee Household

"Nielsen expressly prohibits participation in its panels and surveys by any household associated with a radio station."

The Subscription Question Hanging Over SiriusXM’s Deal With Audacy

"The real challenge isn't adding great content. It's convincing consumers to change habits they've spent years developing. Netflix is learning in real time that paying for exclusive access to content people already enjoy elsewhere doesn't automatically persuade them to open their wallets. SiriusXM now faces a similar test."

Former ESPN Host Mike Hill: Consumers Need To Stop Blaming ESPN For Changes

"Stop blaming the network. Many of YOU bought into exactly what it is today! In fact, what sports overall has become. A bunch of arguing, hot takes & debate."

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Audacy Partners With Matthew Berry’s Fantasy Football Happy Hour Podcast

"I took a lot of meetings, but Audacy's reach and expertise in sports audio make them the perfect partner to help us keep that consistency and keep growing this show for years to come."

KCBS Radio Reporter Kim Vestal Retires After Nearly 50 Year Radio Career

"Radio. I loved it. I will always love it. Oh, how lucky I have been!"

Greg Papa Hopes For Return To KNBR, But Calling 49ers Games Remains In Limbo

"My doctors told me that 95% of people would have died from what I went through."

Dave Portnoy: Tony Romo “Will Never” Get His Top Analyst Role Back Following OWI Arrest

"This decision was made within 0.2 seconds of this incident happening. They were clearly looking for an out, and Romo let him through the door."