Peter Thiele

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Peter Thiele is a weekly news/talk radio columnist for Barrett Media, and an experienced news/talk radio programmer. He currently serves as News/Talk Format Captain for Zimmer Communications. Prior to joining Zimmer, Peter held programming positions in New York City, San Francisco, Des Moines, Little Rock, Greenville, Hunstville, and Joplin. Peter has also worked as a host, account executive and producer in Minneapolis, and San Antonio. He can be found on Twitter at @PeterThiele.

Self-Care Isn’t Just a Buzzword: A Radio Pro’s Guide to Staying Sane

I used to roll my eyes when someone said the term “self-care.”

Why Personal Connections Between News/Talk Radio Leaders and Syndicated Hosts Still Matter

I probably receive 100 emails every day, and some brand managers get many more. Your email touting that you have common sense and want to talk politics is not enough.

The Definitive Guide to News/Talk Radio Success in 2025

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CBS News is expanding The Takeout with Major Garrett...

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"We want to build a platform that actually helps people promote real music."

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