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.

Talk Radio Hosts Are Misusing Guests — And It’s Hurting Their Shows

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If you are using guests as an excuse not to show prep, you are failing your employer, your coworkers, and that person in the mirror.

How News/Talk Radio Can Take Lessons Learned at the Mall Food Court to Prosperity

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The food court is perhaps the only part of your local mall that is still doing great business in 2025.

After the Charlie Kirk Memorial, News/Talk Radio Hosts Need Answers to These 4 Questions

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Every successful host must have a unique wrinkle to stand out.

For News/Talk Radio, Charlie Kirk Assassination Is a Sobering Wake-Up Call

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My viewpoint has been sharpened by those who see things differently.

Why Soulless Digital Advertising Can’t Compete with a Strong Radio Endorsement

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Make every moment on your show essential — even the commercials.
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