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.

How Radio Can Void the Risk of Joining the Island of Misfit Media

The assignment, then, for radio is to come up with ways to make itself useful in a way that people will not abandon.

Why News/Talk Radio Can’t Avoid the Real ‘Bread and Butter’ Issues

Don’t let the whirlwind pace of “news” distract you from the topics directly affecting your audience.

How a Question From ABC News’ Rachel Scott to Vladimir Putin Should Reshape Every Political Interview

If someone (like the president) calls your question stupid, ask him why it’s stupid; he won’t have an answer for that.

What Miami’s Broadcast Changes Reveal About the Future of TV and Radio

If you’ve become used to watching shows, movies, and even sports via streaming on your smartphone, the big screen isn’t necessary except for events like the Super Bowl.

Why Talk Radio Can’t Ignore Pop Culture in a Fragmented Media World

Knowing who’s who and what’s what in the culture doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t act your age.

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Evan Roberts Suggests Howie Rose’s Final Call Be Opening Day 2027 if Sunday Has Weather Delays

"You'll get plenty of more opening days. Let Howie and Keith Raad finish it the right way with 40,000 people, with optimism, hope, and then Howie can drop the mic and say I'm out."

Major Garrett’s CBS News Podcast ‘The Takeout’ Adds New Election Segments with VoteHub Partnership

CBS News is expanding The Takeout with Major Garrett...

SubmitHub Bans AI Music From Its Promotion Services

"We want to build a platform that actually helps people promote real music."

Xperi Data Shows Radio Listenership More Than Doubled On NFL’s Opening Sunday

"Overall Sunday audience share jumped 60% on average. Pre-game listening rose 111% heading into kickoff, and post-game audiences grew 152%."