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.

Sports Media Continues To Struggle With Women’s Sports

"Sports media is just too busy aiming for drama in a bite-sized economy where clicks matter more than substance, likes are worth more than depth, and social following matters more than audience."

How T-Bob Hebert Bet On Himself Landing At Barstool Sports

“I just want to go up there and try to prove the people right who have given me this opportunity and are betting on me by just working my ass off.”

Did ESPN Send A Message To Pat McAfee By Hiring Rich Eisen?

"Why is ESPN counterprogramming themselves? Because they have to."

How Phil Mackey Digitally Evolved Sports Radio Into SKOR North

“We've got to think more about content and brand across all of the platforms, even if radio remains our core business and our legacy business.”

Which Michael Jordan Will Show Up on the NBA on NBC?

"NBC is keeping the audience guessing, and that’s the smartest play of all."

Breaking

Radio One Reshapes Dallas R&B With KRNB Move

"How audiences respond to the new lineup will ultimately define the move's success."

Chris Palmer Named Triple Tigers VP of National Promotion

"He brings the experience and creative juices, but most of all, the passion and fun we all love about this job."

94.3 The Dude Hires New Morning Host Robb Reel

"Reel brings market experience and personal connection to the region."

Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”