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.

Approaching The Summit: Paul Mason, 104.5 The Zone

"It's one of those things when Jason [Barrett] first put it on my radar that I'm going to definitely carve out time for this."

The Community Connection Sports Has, but Sports Radio Often Doesn’t

"Why is it that teams and leagues can find time for simple acknowledgment, but the connective tissue of sports radio that ties fans to teams cannot?"

Hubbard Radio Announces Rebrand Of ‘Media That Connects’

"We are not radio, podcast or digital first. At Hubbard we are listener and customer first regardless of how they engage with our content or which medium or platform best meets the needs of our clients."

The Pat McAfee Show Signs Multi-Year Partnership With DraftKings

"Fans can expect custom segments, integrations, exciting promotions across the show’s ecosystem and more."

Russell Wilson Reportedly Joining CBS Sports

"During the Giants' bye week in December 2025, Wilson appeared as a guest analyst on The NFL Today — a move widely seen as an on-air audition."

Breaking

iHeartMedia Enacting Round of Layoffs Affecting Programming

"We’ve built new tech capabilities over the last several years that have enabled us to both deepen our relationships with the listeners and communities who depend on us and improve the support we provide to our sellers. We’re now moving to scale this approach, implementing structural changes within our Programming organization and expanding responsibilities for key leaders."

Sean Hannity Addresses Medical Situation Following Questions About Appearance

"I appreciate all the concern and well wishes—including from members of the left-wing media."

Barrett Media Offering FREE Summit Tickets to Media Pros Who Lost Work in 2026

"The last thing I'm worried about are ticket sales. I'd rather play a part in helping someone learn a few things, and making a valuable connection to get back on their feet."

Approaching The Summit: Mark Adams, Z100/New York

Approaching The Summit is a series of special interviews...