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.

Can Sports Radio Avoid Being Part of the Summer Swoon

"Every step forward is a leap toward a bigger goal. Success—even during the summer swoon—awaits those who dare to try."

How Ali Mac Landed in Mornings at 92.9 The Game in Atlanta

“I’m not taking it for granted, and this is where I want to be for many years.”

Why ‘Around the Horn’ Lasted Longer Than It Should Have on ESPN

"The show was not cinema. The program was not a Picasso, but it was never meant to be."

Why Dari Nowkhah Is Coming Home To Play For The Ref

“You’re not talking sports for three hours every single day, and I’m good with that."

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."

Breaking

Mike Mulligan, Marshall Harris Depart 104.3 The Score in Chicago

"Mulligan departs after two decades with the Chicago sports station. Harris joined The Score on a full time basis in 2024."

Mike Z Joins KNAC After KCAL-FM Classic Rock Flip

"I never thought I would one day be on air there,"

94.9 The Fan Nashville Adds Greg Pogue, Darren McFarland Program To Mornings

"To add Greg and Darren to our local sports talk show line up on ESPN 94.9 The Fan as well as our great lineup on ESPN 102.5 The Game is a huge win for us."

Roy Philpott Named Danny Kanell’s New Co-Host in Mornings, Dusty Dvoracek Shifts to Middays at SiriusXM College Sports Radio

"We've worked together a lot over the past month. He's going to be stepping in to fill your shoes. Oh boy, I've already gotten some complaints that there's going to be an ACC bias."