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.

KJR Announces Multi-Year Extension With Seattle Kraken

"We're thrilled to continue our partnership with the Seattle Kraken and remain the radio home for Kraken fans across the Pacific Northwest."

Why College Football Kicking Off Without Lee Corso Just Doesn’t Feel The Same

"There will only ever be one Lee Corso. And for the first time, college football begins a season without him anywhere around it. That’s going to take some getting used to."

PHLY Adds Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Brandon Graham Back To Roster Ahead Of 2026 Season

"The Super Bowl-winning defensive end retired after a 15-year Eagles career defined by his signature strip-sack in Super Bowl LII."

Indoor Football League Achieves Record Viewership For 2026 Season

"We've made a significant investment in our broadcast product, our talent and the way we present this game to a national audience, and fans are responding."

Mike Silver Believes Dianna Russini Will Be Back, but Not as an Insider in the Short Term

"Worked with her at the Athletic for too short of a time, unfortunately. Really proud of the journalism we did together. Honestly, just really bummed that we don't get to continue it because we worked really well together."

Breaking

Newsmax Lands First Katie Zacharia Interview Since Trump Administration Departure

The interview gives Zacharia an opportunity to address the controversy surrounding her departure.

Former 60 Minutes Executive Producer Bill Owens Takes First Job Following Exit

"Through our partnership, we’re hoping to make some of the most ambitious and insightful storytelling that meets audiences where they are.”

Jerry Jones Confirms He Would Hire Troy Aikman for a Return to the Dallas Cowboys

"I don't know of anyone that's played or any part of football that has had any more success off the field than Troy [Aikman]. He is a successful guy."

Long Island Radio Station WLIT.FM Launches New Mobile App

"Season 3 is the end of being Long Island's best-kept secret."