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.

MLS Reports Viewership up 62% Year Over Year at FIFA World Cup Break

"The growth we’re experiencing this season reflects the consistency and momentum MLS has built over the last three years."

Nielsen Executive Admits More Change Needed To Address Future of Diary Use in Markets

"We have some additional hills to climb. We do need to think about something that’s more substantive change to be able to address these issues."

Can Podcasts Be Defined Better for Advertisers in 2026 and Beyond?

"Audiences aren’t sitting around wondering whether they’re consuming a podcast, a video show, a digital broadcast, or creator content. They’re just hitting play."

ESPN Digital, Social Earns Strongest Month Yet Reaching 82% of U.S. Adults

"Across ESPN Digital, YouTube, and social platforms, total unique fan reach jumped 8% compared to April 2025 — growing from the 196.6 million reported in March."

NBA Reportedly Hires Matt Volk as Newly Created General Manager of Local Media

"Volk arrives from NESN and SportsNet Pittsburgh, where he served as COO for three years. He will lead a newly formed local media group covering both the NBA and WNBA."

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Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

David@Barrettmedia.com if you have information from affected employees.

WLS-AM 890 Morning Host Ray Stevens Inks Multi-Year Contract Extension

"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp Adds Former NFL Executive Will Deng as SVP Media Strategy

"Deng spent more than 11 years at the NFL, most recently leading corporate strategy."

Kennedy Elsey Wins 2026 MIW Airblazer Award

"Female radio personalities continue shaping broadcast media's future."