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.

Dave Portnoy: Dan Patrick Had Every Right To Call Out WNBA Commissioner Over Missed Appearance

"You're the commissioner of the WNBA. What do you mean your PR people won't let you go on? It's your decision. You're their boss. So that's a total lie, total cop out."

Tony Reali Launching ‘Real Deal’ Podcast With iHeartPodcasts July 14

"What I really love is the quirky stuff, the human stuff. There's something unforgettable to me with all that."

Where Dan Patrick’s WNBA Criticism Was Fair, But His Transparency Went Too Far

"Transparency has value, but so does perspective. In this case, Patrick devoted far more attention to a routine media occurrence than it deserved. The story wasn’t that a guest canceled. The story became Patrick’s response to it."

Sylvana Kelleher Announces Departure From 97.5 The Fanatic After Three Years With Station

"It's a really difficult decision that makes me feel very sad and also very guilty. But I tomorrow is my last show on Unfiltered."

Netflix Reportedly Exploring Live TV, Added Bundles In Addressing Subscriber Engagement Declines

"Netflix's U.S. television viewership share fell to 7.8% in April, the lowest since May 2025, per Nielsen."

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Country Radio Hall of Fame 2026 Class Recognized Officially

"Every single one of these eight honorees proves that country radio is alive and well."

20 Brands In 20 Days: Rob Miller, NEW 102.7 New York

"We win when we're leaning in on local and relatable things."

Cumulus, Audacy, iHeartMedia Share A Common Investment Problem for Radio’s Future

"Every layoff may improve the balance sheet for a quarter, but it also chips away at the product listeners fell in love with. You want to make a guaranteed human campaign count? Invest in more humans than cut costs for new technology or another podcast to purchase for your platform."

How ‘Inside Training Camp’ Is the Best Gateway to the Start of the NFL Season

"Inside Training Camp has become a summer staple on NFL Network. More importantly, it serves as a joyous reminder that the weekly drama that is NFL football has finally returned."