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.

Matt Barrie Shifts to SEC Nation Host Beginning in July on SEC Network

"I'm a college football junkie and beyond excited to host SEC Nation from the greatest game day atmospheres in the South."

YouTube Altering AI Labels Approach on Content To Be More Visible on Videos

"The goal here is context at a glance. If it looks real but was made with AI, viewers will know immediately. This is purely about giving viewers the right information at the right time."

98.5 The Sports Hub’s Fred Toucher: NFL Shifting More Games From Sundays “Dangerous for Business”

"It seems like a quick money grab. It seems like they're trying to grab as much money as they can, because they're all old. Since the owners, for the most part, are so old, they're not really interested in the legacy of the NFL or it's staying power."

FanDuel TV Announces World Cup Programming Featuring Three USMNT Coaches, Fox Sports’ Rob Stone

"Major sporting events on the calendar, like the World Cup, present an opportunity for FanDuel to bring fans unique perspectives through original programming."

Inside Seton O’Connor’s Pivot for the Future of The Dan Patrick Show

"It was really difficult because it’s a medium that I love. I love the art of painting the picture for the audience, leave them wanting more and layering sound to help the product. There’s a real freedom of expression in radio."

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CBS News Launching New Financial Podcast Hosted by Jill Schlesinger

"No jargon, no judgment, just actionable financial advice."

ESPN Extends Dave Pasch With Multi-Year Deal, Added NFL Role, Departs Arizona Cardinals Radio

"Having covered the NFL for two and a half decades for the Arizona Cardinals, I’m thrilled to now be involved with the NFL on the national stage."

FOX Sports Stu Holden Defends On-Air Dynamic Between Zlatan Ibrahimović, Alexi Lalas

"What I'm hearing more from friends behind the scenes is that they love the type of tension and drama that has been created from that. It's almost become something they look forward to tuning in and seeing."

NewsNation Adds Cory Smith as DC-Based Correspondent

He arrives after serving as co-host of DC News Now's Sunrise on The Hill.