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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.

How Joe Fortenbaugh Turned a Passion For Wagering Into an Expanding ESPN Career

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"From arriving in Las Vegas with nothing but ambition to stepping onto the grounds of Churchill Downs with a fresh perspective, Fortenbaugh's career has been built on preparation meeting opportunity."

Four NFL Players Set To Become the Next Network Stars for Football

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"If we’re talking about the biggest long-term difference-makers for NFL television, these same four names still stand above the rest."

Sports Radio’s Local Advertising Issues Are Rooted in an ROI Mistake

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"The sports radio industry needs a lot of things to go right moving forward. But if advertising loses its ability to genuinely connect with audiences, the business faces a far bigger issue than declining ratings or shrinking budgets."

Sports Media Offers Dianna Russini Advice for a Potential Second Act

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"With her background and possibly some conversations with franchises ahead of time, I could totally see her regaining access and rebuilding her credibility within the league."

How Rich Shertenlieb Turned a Career Setback Into a Boston Sports Radio Comeback at WEEI

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"I love Boston sports. It’s the format that I’m the most comfortable with. I’ve been lucky enough to do sports radio at the highest levels, and I know that Mike Thomas programs the format better than anyone else."
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Four Voices, One Theme: MSBC 38 Was About Authenticity

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"I left thinking less about how to simply survive the next chapter of my career, and more about how I want to build one that is sustainable."

Why Politics Isn’t Optional for Clay Travis’ New Sports Media Venture

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Clay Travis didn't stumble into politics by accident. He built his entire brand around it, deliberately and consistently, over several years.

Why the FCC Killing the TV Ownership Cap Is Closing the Barn Door

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In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?

20 Brands In 20 Days: Brady Marks, 107.3 Alternative Cleveland

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"I was taught a lot at the station, so I'm a big believer in it. I'm a product of it."