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.

Is Sports Media’s Dallas Cowboys Obsession Finally Starting To Backfire

"When talent starts publicly pushing back against the direction, narrative and formula that executives have relied on for years, perhaps it's time for those executives to listen."

First Things First Celebrate NFL Trade Deadline With Dan Patrick Appearance In Place Of Kevin Wildes

"It remains unclear how the arrangement was made for Patrick's appearance on the programming."

Dianna Russini’s Premiere To Feature Damon Amendolara, Spike Eskin, Bill Parcells as Guests

"The Russini Report premieres Wednesday at noon ET on BetUS TV’s website and X account."

ESPN NBA Early Season Viewership Best Since 2015-2016

"Through eight games, NBA on ESPN is averaging 1.9 million viewers, an 8% increase over the same point last season and the network's best start since the 2015-16 season, excluding 2020."

Linda Cohn: Dianna Russini Should Show Her Human Side in New Program Debut

"I believe in second chances. I'd still would like to hear her say in her own words what she would have handled differently going forward."

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Damon Amendolara “Didn’t Bat an Eye” in Decision To Be Dianna Russini’s First Guest on ‘The Russini Report’

"If any of my friends asked me to be on their show, I would do it. Especially my friends who have gone through what she has gone through."

Mike Tomlin Claims He Hasn’t Thought About Returning To NFL Coaching Since Joining NBC Sports

"Really hadn't thought a lot about it, really excited about my new role and working to get better each and every week."

iHeartMedia Denies Bloomberg Report of Potential Podcast Division Sale

Earlier this year, iHeartMedia reportedly held discussions with SiriusXM about a potential merger or sale.

Dianna Russini Debut Crashes BetUS Site at Launch, Thanks Supporters in Return

"To the people who picked up the phone and checked in and offered both encouragement and honest advice, from the bottom of my heart thank you."