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.

The Volume Adds ‘Calm Down’ with Erin Andrews, Charissa Thompson Podcast

"I could not be more excited to bring two of the most recognizable names in sports and entertainment to The Volume."

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"Beginning October 12, Drew Olson, Billy Schmid and Armen Saryan will host from 2-5 p.m. on WOKY."

Why Chris Simms Has No Interest in Following the Traditional Sports Media Playbook

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Tony Dungy Knew Changes Were Coming With Football Night in America on NBC Sports

"There were things that they didn't want me to talk about. We had a good understanding. They knew who I was when I got hired, and it is what it is."

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"At Axios Media Trends Live, iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman talked podcast deals, AI, radio’s reach, and royalties."

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"There's another term called make goods, which is you guarantee an audience. I don't know that they'll hit the audience they're guaranteeing."

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The show will be filmed in Dokoupil’s CBS News office, giving the project a setting connected to his work as a journalist.

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“I’m thrilled beyond words to join the legendary crew at LAZER 103.3."