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.

Survey: NBA Podcasts Hosted By 94% Men, Top Ten Shows Making Up Over A Fifth Of Total Reach

"The findings reveal a top-heavy ecosystem where just ten shows capture roughly 23% of all listener attention."

Edison Research: Americans Spending Four Times Longer With Podcasts Than Ten Years Ago

"Total podcast consumption time, a measure that accounts for both consumer growth and the increase in time we commit to podcasts, showcases to advertisers just how massive the medium has become."

Approaching The Summit: Armen Williams, Westwood One Sports

"The Audio Summit has evolved into the premiere, if not the only, event that covers our industry from such a broad and unique perspective. This summit has become the one event that you try to attend as a programmer. Plus, a talent as well if it's applicable."

A Stephen A. Smith Reunion With Pat McAfee May Have No Better Time Than Now

"ESPN has spent years building around star power, and no two stars shine brighter than McAfee and Smith. With New York celebrating its first NBA title in more than five decades, the timing couldn't be better."

Terry Bradshaw Not Planning On Leaving FOX Sports To Retire Anytime Soon

"How many people die within a year after retirement? So, I don't want to do that. I see myself staying fully active to the end."

Breaking

Fox News Celebrates 30th Anniversary

"So today, as we celebrate 30 years of stories reported and analyzed, and history witnessed at each turn, we also look ahead because the next chapter of media is being shaped right now by new technology, new platforms, and new ways of connecting with audiences."

ESPN VP of Events Clint Overby Reportedly Accepting Voluntary Early Retirement In February

"Overby joined ESPN in June 2001 as manager of the Big 12 Corporate Partner Program. He then rose to director of events in 2003 and senior director in 2006. ESPN elevated him to vice president of ESPN Events in 2016."

ESPN Announces Super Bowl LXI To Stream On Disney+

"Internationally, Disney+ streams the game in 55-plus markets, and ESPN networks reach 130-plus countries."

Hard Rock Bet Becomes Title Sponsor of ‘Wingmen With Matthew and Brady Tkachuk’ Podcast

"South Florida is home to Hard Rock Digital, and it’s now home to Matthew and Brady, too. That shared connection gives this partnership a level of authenticity that resonates with local sports fans."