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.

Shannon Sharpe, Skip Bayless Reflect On The End Of Undisputed: “They Said It Was Over”

"The people upstairs, going all the way to the top, were more impacted by that kind of clash than you and I were [having]. Like everybody else in this world, they were prisoners of internet overreaction."

Michael Wilbon Feels ESPN Ignores Promotion, Social Media Clips Of Pardon the Interruption

"A lot of them [ESPN executives] don't even know PTI exists. We're not from Bristol. We weren't created by Bristol. We're not of the ESPN culture."

Bill Simmons: NBC Sports Must Put Mike Tomlin In The Booth For A Game This Season

"I think [Cris] Collinsworth is as good as he's ever been. I'm not trying to push Collinsworth out. I think you have to just test drive it."

Kirk Herbstreit Reportedly Reaches Extension With Prime Video For Thursday Night Football

"Herbstreit, 57, is in the final season of his initial five-year Prime Video deal alongside Al Michaels."

College GameDay Week Four Viewership Draws Another Show Record For ESPN

"The episode now ranks as the fourth most-watched regular-season show all-time. Its final hour averaged 3.7 million viewers, beating the competition [FOX Sports] by 163%."

Breaking

Connoisseur Media Sells 94.3 WQCM to Family Life Ministries

"We already have three other strong stations serving the market, so we were open to discussions.”

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!"