Perry Michael Simon

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Perry Michael Simon is a weekly news media columnist for Barrett Media. He previously served as VP and Editor/News-Talk-Sports/Podcast for AllAccess.com. Prior to joining the industry trade publication, Perry spent years in radio working as a Program Director and Operations Manager for KLSX and KLYY in Los Angeles and New Jersey 101.5 in Trenton. He can be found on X (formerly Twitter) @PMSimon.

Radio Needs to Play Into the ‘New’ Factor Everyone Craves

You have to be creative to get the word out. One thing radio could learn from its own past is that outlandish publicity stunts work.

Radio Station Ownership’s Choice: Pulling the Plug or Plowing Ahead

It’s becoming increasingly hard to remain optimistic about the medium.

News Media’s Annual Holiday Dip, And What’s Different (And The Same) This Time

Every time I start to lapse into the mindset that I’d better check in on the news, I remind myself that there is plenty of other material to take its place.

Will The Media Industry Adapt To Technological Changes?

"How many traditional news outlets are effectively using TikTok, for example? How well did traditional media fare when Facebook and Google took their content and advertising revenue?"

What the Latest Layoffs Say About the Radio Industry’s Future (Or Lack Of It)

Tell someone you meet that you’re in radio and they’ll shrug and move on as if you told them you work the drive-thru at Culver’s.

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”