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.

ESPN Radio Debuts ‘The Golics’ Beginning Monday August 3

"Reuniting with the Mikes Golic was a tremendous opportunity for our audience. They've been building chemistry together since 1989, and it's a joy to bring their peerless partnership back to ESPN."

FOX Sports Reportedly Taking FIFA World Cup Studio Show on the Road for Final Two Weeks of Tournament

"The top studio team — Rebecca Lowe, Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimović, and Alexi Lalas — has operated primarily from L.A. through the group stage."

Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest to Simulcast on ABC as Part of Disney Celebrates America Marathon

"There is no event on the calendar that better captures the spirit of America than the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. There is nowhere I would rather be than the corner of Surf and Stillwell on our nation’s 250th anniversary."

KXnO Host Trent Condon Departs Station Following “Controversial” Comments Regarding iHeartMedia Layoffs

"My days at KXNO are over. My comments were considered "controversial" from corporate about my colleagues that were let go. I stand by what I said.

Len Weiner Retiring After Helping Shape Sports Radio for More Than Four Decades

"I loved working in Miami because it’s been more of a challenge to do things here sports-wise. The passion and creativity of the people I work with I will surely miss."

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Saga Communications Expands Gainesville Presence With WRUF AM/FM Agreement

"This collaboration reflects Saga's commitment to investing in our present and future by working with outstanding local media properties as well as investing in our next generation of media professionals."

FCC Votes to Repeal Broadcast TV Ownership Limits

“It is time to restore balance to the broadcast airwaves."

Jenny Tartikoff Named SiriusXM Senior Vice President Communications

"Jenny is an accomplished communications leader with the judgment, range and industry experience to help SiriusXM tell a clear and compelling story."

Clay Travis Explains Motivation Behind $10 Million Offer to WNBA Team

"Look, I think sometimes you have to respond to idiots by taking the logic of their idiocy and pushing it even further."