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.

ESPN Extends Sports Digital, Social Winning Streak to 57 Months In March

"ESPN led every major digital category in March. Across ESPN Digital, YouTube, and social platforms, unique fan reach climbed 1% year-over-year."

YouTube Reportedly Could Be Without Any NFL Games This Season

"YouTube had been in talks with the NFL to broadcast as many as five games in 2026. However, those negotiations have since stalled."

iHeartMedia Names Michael Johnson Jr Sports/Talk Program Director New Haven, Hartford

"I am eager to grow all of the stations, deepen the connections with listeners and continue expanding our digital presence."

Why Skip Bayless’ First Take Return Was More Tribute Than Sports Debate

"The ratio between current discussion and recycled nostalgia felt completely out of balance. This approach seemed better suited for a podcast audience than a network television production."

FOX Sports, Cosm Partner for Shared Reality Viewing of FIFA World Cup 2026

"We are thrilled to collaborate with FOX Sports to super-serve fans during the FIFA World Cup 2026."

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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."