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.

Where Chris Oliviero’s WFAN Vision of Evolving Becomes Cloudy

"If the focus is truly on evolving WFAN for the future, why return to Carton instead of continuing to build around the lineup announced in 2023."

Why Mitch Rosen Feels the Time Was Right for 670 The Score To Add 104.3 FM

"When Chris Oliviero and Kelli Turner took over the reigns in management at Audacy, I think this was a priority for Chicago."

670 The Score’s Move to FM Was Long Overdue but an Example for Others To Follow

"FM is not about changing content—it is about giving sports content the audience it deserves and can't find anywhere else."

Why Armen Williams Returned to Radio to Help Build Westwood One Sports

"We know what's been done and how it’s been done. What do we have to lose by doing it differently? Let’s just see what happens."

Tony Romo Doesn’t Deserve A Demotion At CBS Sports

"If CBS Sports truly feels a change is needed, they will make it. However, ratings and revenues are not declining."

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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."