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.

Breaking Barriers: What ESPN Did That Sports Radio Couldn’t

"I challenge any radio broadcasting company with any media rights partnership to attempt to replicate how Jimmy Pitaro built and positioned ESPN "

Sports Radio’s Advice on How To Navigate the ‘Dead Period’

"It’s a good time to engage the audience differently.”

Zolak & Bertrand: Lessons From a Decade of Dominance at 98.5 The Sports Hub

“To still be here 10 years later, I think it sort of speaks to our ability to get along and come at it from different perspectives"

Finding a First is Crucial for Talent Before Its Your Last

"I’ve been in your shoes, and I’ve walked a mile if not an entire marathon or two in them."

‘The Paulie And Tony Fusco Show’ Laughing all the way to Eagles’ Super Bowl win

"When we were in our jobs, the goal was to have the smartest angle on a topic, the most unique angle that made people think. In this show, we try to do the reverse"

Breaking

Chuck Oliver Reflects on Decision To Shift Focus Away From Chuck & Chernoff at 680 the Fan

"I knew I couldn't do both shows for another football season."

Cam Newton: Speakeasy Should Avoid Using “Organic” in YouTube Growth Defense

"Those numbers came from 'Speak' and 'Undisputed.' Some would say the name [Speakeasy] was generated because it wasn't so much different than speak easy. Where y'all get that name from? It's so cool. Speak. Easy."

Lachlan Murdoch: 400 New Fox News Advertisers Powered Record Quarter

"Robust audience engagement combined with the addition of another 400 new advertisers to the platform during the year helped drive record revenue of Fox News Media in both the fourth quarter and the fiscal year."

Tyga Defends AI Use on New $tarface Album Release

"The industry faces urgent questions about AI's role in music creation."