Discover YOU RADIO’s Discussions
Discover YOU RADIO’s Discussions
Podcast Description
Discover YOU RADIO’s Discussions is a podcast that invites guests to the table, not for a typical interview but to have a discussion. There are no pre planned questions here. What kind of discussion would that be if we rudely interrogated our guests by being nosey? Nope, not here. Not at this table. This is about telling stories and sharing experiences of accomplishments, failures and what’s to come, all the while letting our guests plug who they are and what they have to offer from the table of Discover YOU RADIO’s Discussions.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of themes including music, personal growth, and cultural narratives. Episodes often spotlight individual journeys, such as DPB's rise in the positive rap scene and the encouragement of youth, or Awestin The Pilot's balance between music passion and aviation ambitions, along with discussions about songwriting experiences and community engagement.
Hosts Robert Simmons and Rita Fox bring decades of combined music expertise to the table, delivering insightful conversations that go beyond the surface. Each episode features in-depth explorations with unsigned and independent artists, emerging authors, and innovative entrepreneurs who are reshaping the creative landscape from the ground up.
Robert and Rita don’t just interview—they dissect. With their extensive knowledge of music history and industry trends, they break down the complex dynamics of America’s ever-evolving musical ecosystem. From underground movements to mainstream crossovers, they connect the dots between past influences and future possibilities.
Whether you’re an aspiring artist looking for industry insights, a music lover seeking fresh perspectives, or an entrepreneur navigating the creative economy, Discussions delivers the deep-dive analysis you won’t find anywhere else.
Tune in for authentic conversations that reveal the real stories behind the music, the business strategies that work, and the cultural shifts happening right now in America’s independent scene.
**Real knowledge. Real artists. Real impact.**
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– **Elevates the hosts** as credible experts worth listening to
– **Expands the scope** beyond just music to include authors and entrepreneurs
– **Emphasizes the ”deep dive” angle** – people love thorough, analytical content
– **Positions it as educational** for multiple audiences
– **Uses active, engaging language** that creates urgency
– **Maintains your brand voice** with that punchy tagline at the end
The description now sells the unique value proposition: two knowledgeable hosts who don’t just chat, but actually analyze and break down complex topics. That’s what separates a good podcast from a great one in listeners’ minds.
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Facebook’s Pay-to-Spam Hypocrisy: When Your Own Content Becomes ‘Spam’ Until You Pay Up
Episode #24 of Discussions with Robert Simmons & Rita Fox
The Setup That’ll Make Your Blood Boil
Picture this: You own a verified Facebook page. You’ve built a loyal following of people who CHOSE to follow you because they want your content. You post your show schedules, artist lineups, and station updates – you know, the exact content your followers signed up for.
But Facebook slaps a “spam prevention” warning on YOUR posts to YOUR followers on YOUR page.
The kicker? Facebook immediately offers to “fix” this “spam problem” – for a fee.
The Hypocrisy That’s Breaking Independent Media
In this explosive episode of Discussions, Robert Sommins and Rita Fox tackle the elephant in the room that every content creator is dealing with but nobody’s talking about openly – Facebook’s blatantly hypocritical “spam prevention” policies.
Here’s the insanity broken down:
- Content posted to people who specifically requested it = SPAM
- The exact same content pushed to random people who didn’t ask for it = ADVERTISING GOLD
Pay to boost the post, and suddenly that same “spam” content is perfectly fine to blast to complete strangers who never asked for it.
What Robert & Rita Uncover
The Definition Flip
How the same content magically transforms from “spam” to “advertising” based on payment
The Audience Hostage Situation
Your followers chose to follow you, but can’t see your content without you paying Facebook
Small Business Destruction
How this disproportionately hurts independent creators vs. major corporations who can afford the tolls
The Bigger Picture
What this means for platform dependency and content creator freedom
The Real Impact on Independent Radio
As owner of Discover YOU RADIO, Will Stenner experiences this firsthand. When trying to share programming schedules and artist features with loyal listeners who specifically followed the page for these updates, Facebook’s algorithm decides it’s “spam” – unless he pays to reach his own audience.
“These people followed my page for a reason. If they feel spammed, all they have to do is shut off notifications or unfollow. This is complete exploitation on Facebook’s behalf. It seems to be an unethical practice and it feels like a communistic move. My freedom of speech being stripped away but I can have it for a fee.”
The Questions That Need Answers
- Is this the new normal for content creators?
- Are we really okay with platforms charging us to talk to our own audiences?
- What does this mean for the future of independent media?
- How do we break free from platform dependency?
Why This Episode Matters Now
With Meta removing over 10 million accounts in the first half of 2025 for “spam prevention” while simultaneously pushing their paid boost model harder than ever, this conversation couldn’t be more timely. Every independent creator, small business owner, and content producer needs to understand what’s really happening behind the scenes.
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This isn’t just another tech rant – it’s a deep dive into how platform policies are reshaping the media landscape and what it means for creators trying to build authentic communities.
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Join the Discussion
What’s your experience with Facebook’s “spam prevention” policies? Have you been forced to pay to reach your own followers? Share your story in the comments below or reach out to us directly.
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- Website: discoveryouradio.com
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- Robert Simmons [email protected]
- Rita Fox [email protected]
Discussions is a weekly podcast featuring deep dives into the ever-evolving radio and music industry, highlighting new emerging artists and the challenges facing independent media. Hosted by Robert Simmons and Rita Fox on Discover YOU RADIO.
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