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.

Julie Ertz, Kealia Watt Team up for New Women’s Soccer Podcast ‘Style of Play’

"As we move closer to the Women’s World Cup in 2027, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the conversation and celebrate the continued rise of women’s soccer and women’s sports."

WFAN Personalities Share What Producers Can Learn From Eddie Scozzare’s Legendary Career

"Eddie was daring, but he was a genius. He knew how to get a reaction from the hosts he worked with while understanding that timing was everything. It’s an art."

Veteran Late Night Reporter Claims President Donald Trump “Personally Involved” in Stephen Colbert Cancelation

"Certainly the idea that he throws a man in the dumpster at the end of it indicates that he was personally involved."

Laura Rutledge Departs Role on SEC Network While Continuing at ESPN

"As Laura continues to expand her NFL assignments in ESPN’s Super Bowl year, we’re incredibly grateful for everything she has contributed to SEC Network and for the lasting impact she’s made."

NewsNation Unveils Fresh Slate of Digital Programs on YouTube

"NewsNation recently developed a state-of-the-art podcast studio in Chicago, complementing its existing operations in New York and Washington, D.C."

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Joe Davis, Former Salem Media COO, Dies at 82

"He was our guide, our anchor, and our greatest supporter. I am a better man and a better father because of his example."

Ernie Johnson Hopes His Retirement Doesn’t Mean the End of Inside the NBA

"I would hope that they could continue the show in some form. And there are plenty of great studio hosts out there who could do what I do."

Ben Stevens Elevated To Full Time Co-Host of “D-Fish & Decker” at 97.1 The Fan

"Stevens has been a rotating fill-in host since 97.1 The Fan launched in May."

Borrell Associates: Digital Advertising Will Reach 80% of Local Ad Spending by 2030

Borrell Associates projects that figure will climb considerably over the next four years as the industry undergoes what it describes as a "great reshuffling."