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.

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Don LaGreca Is Living a Dream With the New Jersey Devils With His ESPN New York Future Unknown

"My contract is up at the end of the year. I have seven-year-old twins, so right now every decision I make is based on what’s best for my family"

How Dick Vitale’s Fight, Faith, and Family Guided Him to an ESPN Return

"I’d like to be remembered as a guy who did everything with passion, pride, energy, and enthusiasm"

Should Mike Pereira’s Upcoming Retirement Signal The End Of The Human Rules Analyst

"AI can tell us what happened, a rules analyst like Mike Pereira can tell us why it matters"

It’s Time for Sports Radio To Take a Stand on Prop Bets

"Sports radio is entertainment—an escape. But sports radio is also a public service when times call for it"

Breaking

KS95 Taps Gabe & Angie For Afternoon Drive Beginning December 28

"We’re thrilled to welcome Gabe & Angie to KS95. Their energy, humor and heart on the air and off will help take afternoon drive to the next level."

The Daily Wire Barred From James Talarico Watch Party

"We are on the ground in Texas to cover James Talarico, but his campaign really doesn't want us to be."

Fox News Tops MS NOW in October YouTube Views

The network's latest performance adds to its growing digital audience, with more than 3.9 billion total video views during October.

ESPN Reportedly Taps Sergio Gonzalez From The Athletic To Lead Editorial Operations

"Gonzalez joined The Athletic in 2018 as senior managing editor of its NBA content."