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.

Why Rob Manfred Is Now on the Clock as MLB Commissioner

"The next three years will define Manfred’s legacy as commissioner of baseball. If he’s able to secure a deal where baseball leapfrogs the NBA in media rights value, put him in the hall"

Meet The Leaders: Tina Thornton, EVP, Creative Studio and Marketing ESPN

"I don't think we're going to back down at any given point in time. We're just going to continue to evolve. Plus continue to put out the best experiences — not just product, but experience — for our fans."

What Apple Podcasts’ Top Charts of 2025 Reveals About the Relevance of Sports On-Demand Content

"Sports podcasting may not be the juggernaut we’ve been imagining—at least, not yet. For those willing to take risks and rethink the approach, the opportunity is still there"

Joe DeCamara is the Bridge Connecting Philadelphia’s Sports Past and Future at 94WIP

"I don’t think people nationally understand how engrained sports are in the Philadelphia sports culture"

Could More Money, Less Work Cost Stephen A. Smith and ESPN

"When a network hands its most valuable performer the freedom to choose his lanes, it also hands over leverage it may never get back"

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”