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.

Grant Napear Departs FOX Sports Radio Sacramento After Eight Months

"They were trying to win the Indy 500 with a four cylinder engine, and you can't do that."

Nielsen Reveals FIFA World Cup Content Drives Higher Radio, Podcast Consumption

"For a growing share of fans, the World Cup isn't just watched, it's listened to. In a tournament defined by global narratives and cultural pride, the brands that win may be the ones that show up where fans are listening."

Why Skip Bayless’ Return to ‘First Take’ Should Be an Audition for More

"ESPN doesn’t need nostalgia—it needs impact. And impact is exactly what a recurring role for Bayless on First Take could deliver. The history is proven, the attention is guaranteed, and the interest is already built in."

Mike Francesa, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo Reflect On John Sterling: “The Soundtrack Of Yankees Baseball”

"This guy never took a game off. He never took any off and of the nine innings. He wanted to do every minute, every game. So, he is the soundtrack of Yankees baseball."

Draymond Green Returning To Inside The NBA For Postseason

"The Golden State Warriors forward will make three upcoming appearances on Inside the NBA on ESPN, filling in for Kenny Smith starting Wednesday."

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Why is ESPN Silent as Troy Aikman and Joe Buck’s Potential Breakup Overshadows Its First Super Bowl?

"When high-profile relationships fracture and significant dollars are involved, sometimes a mess is unavoidable."

Election Night 2026: What 10 Top News/Talk Programmers Tell Their Staffs

“Success on election night comes from the prep that is done before that day."

Buzz Brainard is Not a Radio Guy And It Works

"They call in Monday through Thursday, and then they show up on Friday. And it's always all about them."

Every Day Is Election Day in Rock Radio

"Rarely does one preset satisfy 100% of a listener’s wishes."