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.

The Election Year and Local News Media’s Advantage

There are myriad ways of taking pretty much any political issue and focusing on aspects that are germane to your audience’s everyday lives.

Can News/Talk Radio Pop the Information Bubble in 2024?

The change in talk radio was that stations decided that the road to profit was paved with giving listeners “more of what you came for,” namely lots of hosts who parroted Rush Limbaugh’s politics, not necessarily his style.

Too Many Hats, Not Enough Heads: When Media Staffers Are Asked to Do Too Much

"The media is your business, and to do it right costs money. If your business plan doesn’t factor in the cost of doing things right, then you’re doing things wrong..."

The Problem With Radio Interviews and How to Make Them Better

Most interviews suck. Most interviews have little reason to exist in the first place, not if the host, anchor, or reporter isn't going to ask the tough questions the audience wants answered.

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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."