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.

FOX Sports Reportedly Earned FIFA World Cup 2026 Rights at Discount Over Qatar Tournament Schedule Change

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"I'm gonna say it, and this is not offensive. We created what the podcast world is now. Because the way we behaved allowed people to have more of a freedom of speech."

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"This collaboration expands how we support stations in growing digital revenue. By working together, we're making it easier for stations to access the highest quality national sponsorship that fits the sound and style of public media."

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"As we move closer to the Women’s World Cup in 2027, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the conversation and celebrate the continued rise of women’s soccer and women’s sports."

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Cumulus Radio Layoffs Hit Multiple Markets This Week

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"I love Chicago radio and I love WLS."

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

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