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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.
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Saturday, November 2, 2024
Sports Radio
Navy Athletics Radio Voice Pete Medhurst Undergoes Successful Surgery After Brain Cancer Diagnosis
"They were successfully able to remove the largest brain tumor."
WEEI Host Greg Hill Celebrates 34 Years on the Radio in Boston
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
SiriusXM Tips Off College Basketball Coverage with 74 Games on Opening Night, November 4
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Sports Media Celebrates Halloween With Elaborate Costumes, Candy Ranking Lists
Between elaborate costumes, theme costumes for entire shows, random ensembles, and downright scary-how-similar costumes, many in the industry took the opportunity to celebrate the holiday before the doldrums of winter hit.
KMOX Adds Daily Digital Sports Show with Bernie Miklasz, Tom Ackerman, Kevin Wheeler and Matt Pauley
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Sports Columns
Bob Costas Has Been the Play-by-Play Voice of My Lifetime
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Jemele Hill’s Talent and Guts Help truTV’s ‘Above The Fold’ Stand Out
Hill is one of the few sports media personalities who has consistently chosen integrity over dollars.
NFL Fans Wanted Tom Brady in the Broadcast Booth, Not the Part Owner of the Las Vegas Raiders
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Stephen A. Smith Proved on Hannity That No One Can Do What He Can Do on TV
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Even if Revenue is Down, Investing in Growth Must Continue
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Sports Television
Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo’s High Heat Ends It’s 11 Season Run on MLB Network
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Dan Dakich: Pat McAfee ‘Told Me He is the Enemy of Most of the Talent at ESPN’
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FOX Sports Sees an Average of 15.81 Million Fans Tune in for the World Series Which is Best Since 2017
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Hall of Fame Broadcaster Bob Costas To Retire From Baseball Play-By-Play
Costas is expected to continue working at MLB Network, contributing as an analyst and on special projects, but not in a play-by-play capacity.
TNT Sports to air ‘The Match: Superstars’ Featuring Charles Barkley, Bill Murray, Wayne Gretzky and More
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
News Radio
Ben Shapiro: ‘Trash’ Stoies From New York Times, Washington Post ‘Attemping to Quash Conservative Media’
Shapiro said that the story from the Times was "a pathetic hit piece," but the story from The Post was "even worse," he argued.
Salem Media Group Adding Podcast From Breitbart News Editor Alex Marlow
“I am truly excited to return to broadcasting with the power of Breitbart News Network and Salem behind me. I couldn’t dream of a better partnership."
WGN Radio Afternoon News Anchor Steve Bertrand Reveals Parkinsons Diagnosis
He said that the progression of the disease has been "remarkably slow."
News Media Takes Time Away From Election Coverage to Celebrate Halloween
As we're so close to the election, many of the Halloween costumes featured political themes.
Joe Rogan: Elon Musk Reached Out to Spotify CEO Daniel Ek Personally to Get Conversation With Donald Trump Published on X
"Elon was furious and contacted Daniel Ek at Spotify and they put it on X as well."
News Columns
News Talk Radio Hosts Need to Inform During Election Coverage, But Also Have Fun and Enjoy It
In case you were unaware, there's an election around...
News Talk Radio Talent Always Need to be Working the Room
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
The Joe Rogan Experience Interview with Donald Trump Isn’t a Pivotal Moment in the Radio vs. Podcast Battle
The reason so many people watched the conversation between Trump and Rogan might be the exact opposite of what you think it is.
Inspiration 101: How Program Directors Can Energize a News Talk Radio Staff
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What Happens to the News Media When the Election Is Over?
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News Television
Brian Williams: Amazon Prime Video Election Night Special Will Last at Least 10 Hours, Maybe Longer
“We don’t want to miss a moment, we don’t want to miss a vote, and we certainly don’t want to miss a projection."
Rachel Maddow to Lead Election Night Coverage for MSNBC as Chris Hayes, Jen Psaki, Lawrence O’Donnell Contribute
She'll be joined throughout the night by Nicolle Wallace, Ari Melber, Joy Reid, Alex Wagner, and Stephanie Ruhle, in addition to Hayes, Psaki, and O'Donnell.
Donald Trump Launches $10 Billion Lawsuit Against CBS After 60 Minutes Interview with Kamala Harris
In a statement, CBS News reiterated it does not believe the lawsuit is frivolous.
Mehdi Hasan Speaks For First Time Following CNN Incident with Ryan Girdusky
"As shocked and stunned as I was, there was no way I was going to let him say that to me, unchallenged."
CNN Announces 2024 Election Coverage Plans Including Kaitlan Collins, Wolf Blitzer, Jake Tapper, and Anderson Cooper
CNN’s Election Night in America coverage will stream live, without requiring a pay TV login, from 7:00 PM-3:00 AM ET on Tuesday, November 5 on CNN-connected TV and mobile apps and on CNN.com. It will also stream live on Max for Max subscribers.
Music News
Superstar Country 96.1’s Robb Reel Completes 157 Mile Charity Walk
Reel hosts “Up Reel Early” on Superstar Country 96.1 in Charleston, WV, and promised listeners to walk the distance if they met the station’s radiothon objectives.
ALT 103.7 Dallas Announces New Weekday Lineup
Audacy has revealed updates to the weekday lineup for ALT 103.7 Dallas, with the changes set to take effect on November 4.
Music Radio Mourns WREN Topeka’s Louie Louie
Louie Louie longtime host at Oldies WREN, Topeka, KS has passed away due to complications following a stroke.
Z100 New York Announces All Access Lounge Lineup
iHeartMedia’s Z100 New York's #1 Hit Music Station, has announced the lineup for the All Access Lounge event on December 13.
Michelle Kirk Rises To Senior Director Of The CMA Foundation
Michelle Kirk has been appointed as the Senior Director of the CMA Foundation, the philanthropic branch of the Country Music Association, with her start date set for December 1.
Music Columns
News Talk Radio Hosts Need to Inform During Election Coverage, But Also Have Fun and Enjoy It
In case you were unaware, there's an election around...
News Talk Radio Talent Always Need to be Working the Room
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
The Joe Rogan Experience Interview with Donald Trump Isn’t a Pivotal Moment in the Radio vs. Podcast Battle
The reason so many people watched the conversation between Trump and Rogan might be the exact opposite of what you think it is.
Inspiration 101: How Program Directors Can Energize a News Talk Radio Staff
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
What Happens to the News Media When the Election Is Over?
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Podcasting
SiriusXM Signs Mel Robbins to Multi-Year Extension with New Show Set for 2025
"Continuing this collaboration with SiriusXM will help me make an even bigger difference in your life, and I can’t wait to spend more time with you.”
Political Podcasts See 28% Increase in Downloads, New Triton Digital Data Shows
Podcasts that feature left-leaning content have seen twice as many downloads as conservative-leaning shows.
Dirty Mo Media to Launch Podcast Hosted by NASCAR Legends Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace
"I'm honored to be part of a Dirty Mo Media. This is a pretty big deal."
NBC News Launching Podcast Series ‘The Man in the Black Mask’ Hosted by Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison
The first two episodes will be released on Monday, October 15th.
News Podcasts Take Top 5 Spots as Dan Bongino, NPR Shows Continue Success in September Podtrac Rankings
In the Podtrac industry rankings, iHeart Audience Network and iHeartPodcasts took the top two spots for largest monthly audiences by group.
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.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Voices
- Industry Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
Sports Radio
Navy Athletics Radio Voice Pete Medhurst Undergoes Successful Surgery After Brain Cancer Diagnosis
"They were successfully able to remove the largest brain tumor."
WEEI Host Greg Hill Celebrates 34 Years on the Radio in Boston
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
SiriusXM Tips Off College Basketball Coverage with 74 Games on Opening Night, November 4
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Sports Media Celebrates Halloween With Elaborate Costumes, Candy Ranking Lists
Between elaborate costumes, theme costumes for entire shows, random ensembles, and downright scary-how-similar costumes, many in the industry took the opportunity to celebrate the holiday before the doldrums of winter hit.
KMOX Adds Daily Digital Sports Show with Bernie Miklasz, Tom Ackerman, Kevin Wheeler and Matt Pauley
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Sports Columns
Bob Costas Has Been the Play-by-Play Voice of My Lifetime
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Jemele Hill’s Talent and Guts Help truTV’s ‘Above The Fold’ Stand Out
Hill is one of the few sports media personalities who has consistently chosen integrity over dollars.
NFL Fans Wanted Tom Brady in the Broadcast Booth, Not the Part Owner of the Las Vegas Raiders
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Stephen A. Smith Proved on Hannity That No One Can Do What He Can Do on TV
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Even if Revenue is Down, Investing in Growth Must Continue
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Sports Television
Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo’s High Heat Ends It’s 11 Season Run on MLB Network
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Dan Dakich: Pat McAfee ‘Told Me He is the Enemy of Most of the Talent at ESPN’
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
FOX Sports Sees an Average of 15.81 Million Fans Tune in for the World Series Which is Best Since 2017
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Hall of Fame Broadcaster Bob Costas To Retire From Baseball Play-By-Play
Costas is expected to continue working at MLB Network, contributing as an analyst and on special projects, but not in a play-by-play capacity.
TNT Sports to air ‘The Match: Superstars’ Featuring Charles Barkley, Bill Murray, Wayne Gretzky and More
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
News Radio
Ben Shapiro: ‘Trash’ Stoies From New York Times, Washington Post ‘Attemping to Quash Conservative Media’
Shapiro said that the story from the Times was "a pathetic hit piece," but the story from The Post was "even worse," he argued.
Salem Media Group Adding Podcast From Breitbart News Editor Alex Marlow
“I am truly excited to return to broadcasting with the power of Breitbart News Network and Salem behind me. I couldn’t dream of a better partnership."
WGN Radio Afternoon News Anchor Steve Bertrand Reveals Parkinsons Diagnosis
He said that the progression of the disease has been "remarkably slow."
News Media Takes Time Away From Election Coverage to Celebrate Halloween
As we're so close to the election, many of the Halloween costumes featured political themes.
Joe Rogan: Elon Musk Reached Out to Spotify CEO Daniel Ek Personally to Get Conversation With Donald Trump Published on X
"Elon was furious and contacted Daniel Ek at Spotify and they put it on X as well."
News Columns
News Talk Radio Hosts Need to Inform During Election Coverage, But Also Have Fun and Enjoy It
In case you were unaware, there's an election around...
News Talk Radio Talent Always Need to be Working the Room
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
The Joe Rogan Experience Interview with Donald Trump Isn’t a Pivotal Moment in the Radio vs. Podcast Battle
The reason so many people watched the conversation between Trump and Rogan might be the exact opposite of what you think it is.
Inspiration 101: How Program Directors Can Energize a News Talk Radio Staff
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
What Happens to the News Media When the Election Is Over?
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
News Television
Brian Williams: Amazon Prime Video Election Night Special Will Last at Least 10 Hours, Maybe Longer
“We don’t want to miss a moment, we don’t want to miss a vote, and we certainly don’t want to miss a projection."
Rachel Maddow to Lead Election Night Coverage for MSNBC as Chris Hayes, Jen Psaki, Lawrence O’Donnell Contribute
She'll be joined throughout the night by Nicolle Wallace, Ari Melber, Joy Reid, Alex Wagner, and Stephanie Ruhle, in addition to Hayes, Psaki, and O'Donnell.
Donald Trump Launches $10 Billion Lawsuit Against CBS After 60 Minutes Interview with Kamala Harris
In a statement, CBS News reiterated it does not believe the lawsuit is frivolous.
Mehdi Hasan Speaks For First Time Following CNN Incident with Ryan Girdusky
"As shocked and stunned as I was, there was no way I was going to let him say that to me, unchallenged."
CNN Announces 2024 Election Coverage Plans Including Kaitlan Collins, Wolf Blitzer, Jake Tapper, and Anderson Cooper
CNN’s Election Night in America coverage will stream live, without requiring a pay TV login, from 7:00 PM-3:00 AM ET on Tuesday, November 5 on CNN-connected TV and mobile apps and on CNN.com. It will also stream live on Max for Max subscribers.
Music News
Superstar Country 96.1’s Robb Reel Completes 157 Mile Charity Walk
Reel hosts “Up Reel Early” on Superstar Country 96.1 in Charleston, WV, and promised listeners to walk the distance if they met the station’s radiothon objectives.
ALT 103.7 Dallas Announces New Weekday Lineup
Audacy has revealed updates to the weekday lineup for ALT 103.7 Dallas, with the changes set to take effect on November 4.
Music Radio Mourns WREN Topeka’s Louie Louie
Louie Louie longtime host at Oldies WREN, Topeka, KS has passed away due to complications following a stroke.
Z100 New York Announces All Access Lounge Lineup
iHeartMedia’s Z100 New York's #1 Hit Music Station, has announced the lineup for the All Access Lounge event on December 13.
Michelle Kirk Rises To Senior Director Of The CMA Foundation
Michelle Kirk has been appointed as the Senior Director of the CMA Foundation, the philanthropic branch of the Country Music Association, with her start date set for December 1.
Music Columns
News Talk Radio Hosts Need to Inform During Election Coverage, But Also Have Fun and Enjoy It
In case you were unaware, there's an election around...
News Talk Radio Talent Always Need to be Working the Room
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
The Joe Rogan Experience Interview with Donald Trump Isn’t a Pivotal Moment in the Radio vs. Podcast Battle
The reason so many people watched the conversation between Trump and Rogan might be the exact opposite of what you think it is.
Inspiration 101: How Program Directors Can Energize a News Talk Radio Staff
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
What Happens to the News Media When the Election Is Over?
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news,...
Podcasting
SiriusXM Signs Mel Robbins to Multi-Year Extension with New Show Set for 2025
"Continuing this collaboration with SiriusXM will help me make an even bigger difference in your life, and I can’t wait to spend more time with you.”
Political Podcasts See 28% Increase in Downloads, New Triton Digital Data Shows
Podcasts that feature left-leaning content have seen twice as many downloads as conservative-leaning shows.
Dirty Mo Media to Launch Podcast Hosted by NASCAR Legends Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace
"I'm honored to be part of a Dirty Mo Media. This is a pretty big deal."
NBC News Launching Podcast Series ‘The Man in the Black Mask’ Hosted by Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison
The first two episodes will be released on Monday, October 15th.
News Podcasts Take Top 5 Spots as Dan Bongino, NPR Shows Continue Success in September Podtrac Rankings
In the Podtrac industry rankings, iHeart Audience Network and iHeartPodcasts took the top two spots for largest monthly audiences by group.
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.
- Home
- Sports
- News
- Music
- Business
- Originals
- 20 Brands in 20 Days
- Anatomy of a Broadcaster
- Behind The Voices
- BM Podcasts
- BNM Top 20
- BSM Top 20
- Consultants Corner
- Day Spent With
- Eavesdropping
- Meet The Bettors
- Meet The Leaders
- Meet The Market Managers
- Meet The Podcasters
- Public Radio Week
- Saluting Black Broadcasters
- Seller to Seller
- Social Studies
- Where Are They Now
- Voices
- Industry Database
- Members
- Jobs
- Newsletters
- Contact
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