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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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.”