Meet John Perlman: 'I love hearing insights from our listeners'
How well do you know 702 Drive’s John Perlman? We find out what drives him to be the host we love.
From 15:00 – 18:00 every weekday, 702 listeners can enjoy all the best interviews from John Perlman as they make their way home from work.
With more than two decades in the industry, we find out what has driven his long and successful career.
WHAT DRIVES YOU?
John has been in radio for 26 years and says he is passionate about curiosity and giving the listeners an opportunity to share what they think.
“I like the fact that we talk to our listeners because they have got the most amazing and interesting insights.”
- John Perlman, Afternoon Drive Presenter
He says this is a great contrast to politicians talking about they will do and not what they have done, which he finds very frustrating.
WHAT ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT?
Outside of the world of radio, John is passionate about wildlife, especially lions.
“I can sit and watch lions sleeping under a tree for four hours.”
– John Perlman, Afternoon Drive Presenter
He also loves to travel to the bush, the beach, or to tour foreign cities and connect to the lifestyle of the locals.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT 702?
With years of experience in the industry, what John loves about 702 is that its restless and always changing.
For the best news, experts, and analysis, join the 702 Drive with John Perlman weekdays from 15:00 – 18:00, or catch up on Primedia+.