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.

How Matt Nahigian Plans for Super Bowl LX To Be 95.7 The Game’s Crowning Moment

"If I’m not involved the entire time, what the hell am I doing? This is why I got in the business. Is it a lot of work? Sure, but who cares."

Dan Le Batard’s Missed Opportunity Proves Journalism Still Needs Defenders

"Journalism hasn’t disappeared — but too many people have stopped standing up for it when it matters most."

How Chris McMonigle Landed in Afternoons With Craig Carton at WFAN

"It’s been a lifelong dream. Just to be the overnight host I felt was a dream, and I felt I was just becoming accustomed to that role. It’s been a whirlwind, but it’s been a crazy but exciting couple of months."

The NFL Owns the Blueprint for Championship Dominance No Matter the Teams Involved

"Is there a matchup the NFL prefers among its final four? No. The question does not deserve airtime this week. Save the column inches, radio segments, and television debates."

ESPN’s College Football Playoff Formula May Not Work for the Super Bowl in 2027

"For 12 years, ESPN has treated the College Football Playoff National Championship like its Super Bowl. Now, it finally has the real one. That does not mean it should treat it the same."

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Marcellus Wiley Domestic Battery Charges Dropped Due To Lack of Evidence in Florida

"I am forced at 51 years young to be in a fight. A fight for my name, my children's future. Protecting their hero in their mind, because the internet is forever."

YouTube to Raise Monetization Requirements for Creators

Creators currently need 1,000 subscribers and either 4,000 watch hours over 12 months or 10 million Shorts views during 90 days.

Mac Robinson Announces Departure From 92.3 The Fan Afternoon Drive Program

"I've had so many incredible experiences in my life and career, many of which are in part thanks to the station and company."

Overtime Partners With Google Gemini AI For Broadcast Production, Social Content

"This is imperative for us. You never know what’s going to happen with AI … So, just being at the beginning stages of it and really enhancing and jumping fully in has been really valuable for us as business."