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.

How News/Talk Radio Hosts Could Play a Role in Resurrecting Local Journalism

Be an authentic truth-seeker. Ask the tough questions. You may be the only person who is unafraid to take on abuse.

How the Radio Industry Should Handle Skeptics and Naysayers About Its Future

If someone tells you that no one listens to the radio anymore, call them out. Tell them that they're wrong.

News/Talk Radio Needs a Show Prep Refresher

Your show prep routine must always be switched up because it allows you to create and perhaps be a little uncomfortable.

How News/Talk Radio Hosts Should Choose ‘Topic A’

Being topical does not mean that you are breaking down the intricacies of tax policy. Being topical means that you are meeting your audience where they are at.

How News/Talk Radio Professionals Can Make Social Media Work for Them

The social media space seems often that it is out of whack with the format. This could not be more wrong.

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Major Garrett’s CBS News Podcast ‘The Takeout’ Adds New Election Segments with VoteHub Partnership

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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"Overall Sunday audience share jumped 60% on average. Pre-game listening rose 111% heading into kickoff, and post-game audiences grew 152%."