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.

Why Talk Radio Hosts Need to Think Like Albert Einstein

The competitive pressures for ears and advertising have created a real need for innovative thinking.

The Lesson Dan Bongino Taught News/Talk Radio Leaders The Hard Way

Bongino’s exit will create ratings and revenue headwinds for many in our industry. If you are hiring a new host, are they there for themselves or for the station?

How the Pathway to Radio Stardom Has Changed and How You Can Still Make It to the Top in 2025

Radio needs a next generation. It needs innovators. Why not you?

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts and Stations Need to Dive Head First Into Winning Topic A

If you are discussing the education subcommittee vote while your community is receiving a foot of snow, you have failed.

Being a News/Talk Radio Star Comes With a Cost

Every radio personality has a deep-seated insecurity about their show and performance. This is very natural.

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Jacques Doucet, Voice Of The Montreal Expos, Dies At 86

"He was certainly a giant, and his loss is immense."

FOX Sports Unveils College Football Broadcast Teams For 2026 Season

"FOX Sports looks to continue on the momentum from the FIFA World Cup was an exciting year of action beginning week one with the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers."

Bob Stilson Retires From The Breeze Buffalo Mornings

"Stilson's exit marks another chapter closing for local Buffalo radio."

Family of 93 WIBC’s Matt Bair Releases Statement Following Unexpected Death

"His death was accidental, and we do believe at this time that alcohol was a contributing factor."