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.

Thank You and Good Night

"In the words of the great philosopher Bill Watterson, it’s a magical world. Let’s go exploring!"

How Talk Radio Should Operate Through The Holiday Season

Allow me to offer some options for holiday-safe topics that are better than just running syndication and “best-of” for the next two weeks.

Radio Could Have Evolved — It Just Didn’t

Practically everything changes as technology improves and the public gravitates to the most convenient option.

Why White House Reporters Keep Letting President Trump Bully Them

He thinks he can get away with it, and he’s right, because he keeps insulting people with ad hominem attacks and nobody in the room steps forward to object.

Why Talk Radio Isn’t Capitalizing on the Moment

There’s not one talk radio show that generates any heat regarding what’s going on in the news, or, really, anything at all. Not one syndicated show, not one local show.

Breaking

KMJ Reviving Local History Series With Expanded Voices

The series originated after former GM Al Smith noticed an influx of those moving to the area and were unaware of the region's history.

YouTube Reportedly Could Be Without Any NFL Games This Season

"YouTube had been in talks with the NFL to broadcast as many as five games in 2026. However, those negotiations have since stalled."

ABC: FCC Isn’t Applying Equal Time Rule Fairly Between TV and Radio

"It has not expressed any inclination to apply a similar interpretation of the equal opportunities rule to other broadcasters, including the many voices— conservative and liberal—on broadcast radio."

iHeartMedia Names Michael Johnson Jr Sports/Talk Program Director New Haven, Hartford

"I am eager to grow all of the stations, deepen the connections with listeners and continue expanding our digital presence."