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.

Sports Radio Can’t Develop Talent If Programmers Are Too Busy Becoming Talent

"Programming is supposed to be about developing talent, building brands, creating opportunities and preparing the next person to take the next step. When the person responsible for doing those things becomes part of the talent lineup, the priorities inevitably become blurred."

How Rece Davis Plans To Build on College GameDay’s Legacy Ahead of a Historic 40th Season

"The fact that they’ve decided that we’re worthy of their time and attention over the years is something I’m very grateful for."

Greg Papa Returns to NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers Coverage With Hopes for Return to Radio Booth

"At some point, whether it’s Week 2 or whatever, I can get back into the radio booth and do my thing. Just being around the team and around you guys and watching it all is going to be certainly a healing process in itself for me."

Jason Goff Joining 312 Sports For New Podcast Following Departure From The Ringer

"The move follows Goff's exit from The Ringer, where his show The Full Go ran for over four years and topped 600 episodes."

Kirk Herbstreit: ESPN “Guilty” of Lack of College Football Coverage on Daily Studio Shows

"It's NFL or LeBron James or the Yankees or the Dodgers. They're playing the hits. They're not breaking down what's going on in Nebraska unless there's turmoil."

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."