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.

ESPN Reportedly Planning More Social Content for Unlimited Tier on App

"It allows us to think about the space holistically. We're agnostic to how fans end up subscribing to ESPN."

Damon Amendolara Departs Mornings at SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio

"Do not feel bad for me. I have lived an incredibly charmed life. I've been on both sides of this equation."

Why OutKick vs Sport & State Competition Could Be Good for Both Brands

"The question isn’t whether Sport & State and OutKick are competitors. The question is whether both sides are willing to embrace it. Because competition isn’t necessarily a threat. Sometimes, it’s the thing that makes you better."

iHeartMedia’s SportsTalk 790 Announces Lineup Swap Beginning Monday

"Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal move from middays into mornings, hosting Matt & Ross In The Morning from 6 to 10 a.m. starting Monday. Dan Matthews shifts the other direction, taking over middays."

San Francisco Giants Approve KNBR Beer Special Idea To Kick off Fan Appreciation Weekend

"What we're looking for is maybe a just a reasonable, harmonious gesture in a tough season. I think you guys have done that once again. I'm going to applaud this."

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Jesse Kelly Is Right: The Donald Trump Era Is Ending For Talk Radio

If you can’t pivot, you’ll get left behind. After all, all-Trump radio all the time has a shelf life. The expiration date is coming.

Why Netflix Hiring Steve Wilson Will Benefit the Entire Podcast, Creator Industry

"When a major player invests in the future of a medium, the entire industry has a reason to pay attention. If Netflix is serious about becoming a long-term home for podcasts, creators stand to benefit from the competition it creates."

Logan Ryan Believes His Best Work Is Ahead Calling NFL Games for CBS Sports

"The further away you are from the game, the harder it becomes to stay close to these sources. That’s why I’m super excited about the opportunity I received this year with CBS."