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.

Is It Time for Radio Professionals to Find Something Else to Do?

What you should be doing is imagining a world where radio just doesn’t exist and you can do anything else you want to do…and then do it.

Why Your Case Against Public Media Is Likely Wrong

Arguing that public radio and television are competing for the same audience assumes that there’s some crossover between the two. You’re doing different things.

Why Broadcasting From the White House is Always A Bad Idea For News/Talk Radio

Don’t do political radio rows, ever. Don’t do interviews to make friends and don’t socialize with the people you cover.

Why Radio Needs to Embrace a Complete Reconstruction of the Industry

I’m proud that I got to work on some unusual radio projects and the early stages of podcasting, but today we’re at the same things-gotta-change position as we were back then, only worse.

5 Reasons for the Radio Industry to Feel Optimistic About the Future

There’s plenty of reasons to feel optimistic about radio’s future. Did you know that?

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The Pivot Announces Multi-Year Agreement With Netflix

"I’ve gained a new perspective: passion over platform, and people over perception. I’m grateful and excited to take [The Pivot] to Netflix."

Howard Stern Bringing SiriusXM Show to HBO Max Next Month

“As the ‘King of All Media,’ I am honored to bring my SiriusXM show to HBO Max, and through HBO Max to worldwide distribution."

Clay Travis Adds Bet The Board Podcast To Sport & State With Three-Year Agreement

"They are bringing back their Bet The Board podcast sponsored by Hard Rock Bet. You're all welcome. Sincerely, Clay Travis, aka the best GM in sports."

Dolly Parton Streaming Surges 2,458% Following Death Tuesday

"Streaming spikes following celebrity deaths typically fade quickly"