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.

Tim Kurkjian: Karl Ravech Belongs On ESPN’s Mount Rushmore

"To be in the Mount Rushmore on ESPN, I think is really impressive. I think [Ravech] in that four-man group."

Locked On Podcast Network Launches New Short-Form Video Format On Social

"We're building a new creator network for today's sports fans using a new media model."

Chase Daniel Joins Bussin’ With The Boys For Sunday Evening NFL Podcast

"Every Sunday, we’re breaking down the biggest games, quarterbacks, storylines, and moments from around the league giving you a former QB’s perspective on everything that happened that weekend."

Why Pat McAfee On Monday Night Countdown Will Outshine Every Network’s 2026 Football Moves

"With a potential $60 million-$65 million annual extension reportedly waiting in the wings, ESPN is clearly wanting to make a significant investment in his future. Whether you love McAfee, tolerate him or cannot stand him, there is little denying his ability to generate attention."

How Freezing Cold Takes Turned Sports’ Worst Predictions Into An Entertainment Phenomenon

"I was only going to use it to mess with people. I did not plan on it being big at all. But it lends to what I do, which is find stuff. And because it’s sports, it makes it that much better for me."

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Fred Toucher: Pat McAfee Believes He’s More Important Than He Actually Is

"When you make that amount of money, it's not fun anymore. No. Fun quickly goes out. You can have a YouTube channel and have all the fun in the world. But when you take the Disney money, my friend, the fun goes out the window."

Chuck Todd and Chris Cillizza Partner With Decision Desk HQ for Election Night Livestream

"Every other Election Night stream is reacting to someone else's numbers. On The Projection, the data and projections are ours, and we make them first."

ESPN, University Of Utah Release Statements Regarding Pat McAfee Tension Following Social Media Video

"University staff are responsible for reviewing and posting content on official social media accounts and we take full accountability for that decision."

Larry O’Connor to Host Fisher House Foundation Veterans Day Radio Special

The broadcast gives News/Talk stations an opportunity to recognize veterans through personal stories of service, sacrifice, and recovery.