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 Close To Separate Monday Night Football Alt-Cast Featuring Pat McAfee

"If approved, McAfee's team would likely cover games on ESPN2 during weeks the Manning brothers' alt-cast isn't airing."

ESPN Debuting MLB Little League Classic Alt-Cast This Weekend

"Guests include Andrew McCutchen, Jason Marquis, Lance Lynn and Ray Ferraro."

Sports Radio’s Past & Present Celebrate National Radio Day

"Many sports media personalities of the past and present shared their celebration of National Radio Day on social media."

NFL Executive: New Nielsen Measurement Changes “Raise More Questions”

"The results we've seen so far are really negative for us, and for sports overall."

The Debate Is Over: Pat McAfee, Not Stephen A. Smith Is the Face of ESPN

"For now, the man who once looked like the biggest risk ESPN ever took may actually be the network’s best example of how to maximize the relationship without walking away from the brand that helped build it."

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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."