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.

Reviving the Radio Industry Requires Bold Ideas, Not Band-Aids

The collective brain power of the people remaining in the radio business can surely come up with ideas that would catch the public’s attention and make money, right?

HD Radio Still Sucks — And I Still Want It Anyway

Turns out I’m one of those guys — the ones filling the comments on Facebook radio groups with “back in my day” stuff.

What Talk Radio Audiences Really Want (And Don’t Know It)

If what you’re doing isn’t generating enough interest or revenue, it might be time to try something else.

Why Local Radio Might Be Dead and Why That Isn’t a Bad Thing

The economics just don’t work anymore, even if you don’t factor in the crippling debt the big broadcasters have to pay just to stay alive.

How Far is News/Talk Radio From Trying a Completely AI-Generated Format?

The average person may not be able to tell the difference between a real person’s voice and a synthetic voice, and we know that there’s a large number of people who don’t care, as long as they hear things that confirm their opinions.

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How Tim Legler Is Stealing the Show During the NBA Finals

"This series has delivered classic battles and memorable moments. Viewers are better off with Legler behind the microphone helping bring them to life. He is at the top of his game, bringing the excitement to viewers one play after another."

Glenn Beck Reflects on Leaving Fox News to Launch Blaze Media 15 Years Later

"I didn't want to do a podcast. I wanted to show that we could do a network. We were the first."

Three Media Predictions For The FIFA World Cup 2026 On FOX Sports

"Over the next six weeks, there will be unforgettable goals, shocking upsets, controversial officiating decisions, viral moments, and storylines that dominate conversations around the globe. Some of those memories will fade. Others will live forever."

Approaching the Summit: Anna Zap, Co-Host of Syndicated Anna & Raven

"If you're not evolving and aren't aware of what everyone else in the industry is doing, you'll get left behind."