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.

Charles Barkley: NBC Sports “Full Of S**t” In Promotion Of Michael Jordan’s Presence On Network

"I thought that NBC was full of s**t the way they did it. They sold it a little different. Like wait a minute, Michael's [Jordan] wearing the same clothes for six months."

Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos Shares Disappointment With Pace Of Engagement Growth In 2026

"Overall, we're not growing as fast as I want us to, and we're working on and making that move faster. We are, though, also doing things that create a lot of headwind of that number."

ESPN Reaches Multi-Year Extension To Carry TGL

"Despite a 2% drop in viewership from year one to year two, the multi-year agreement was reached with hopes for a rebound in year three."

Why Pardon the Interruption’s Lack of Social Media, Promotion Is Both a Problem and a Strength

"PTI has always chosen to be different from everything else on ESPN, dating back to the moment it first hit the airwaves. It has continued to resist changing its core formula despite trends within the industry and within the network itself. So, why change now?"

How John Canzano Saw Sports Media Changing and Built Something Different

"This industry is in a race to die slowly. We have to stop thinking that way and start reinventing."

Breaking

Tony Romo and CBS Sports Mutually Part Ways

"I am grateful for my time with CBS Sports and for the continued support of my family and friends, as well as the NFL community and fans."

All Things Considered Host Mary Louise Kelly Stepping Down

"NPR remains a place where I can do the kind of work I came to journalism to do. Now, on to the next adventure.”

Audacy Elevates Alejandro Solana to Assistant Brand Manager 104.3 WQAM

"WQAM is a pillar of the South Florida sports community, with a legacy I deeply admire and respect. It’s an honor to be part of what comes next!"

Milwaukee Bucks Taking Broadcast Distribution In House with Bucks+

"We’re happy to add a streaming option to our over-the-air broadcasts to ensure every fan can follow Bucks basketball at home or on any streaming device as we build our next great era."