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 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.

A Refresher on How to Cover Donald Trump for News/Talk Radio Stations

Trump wants you to be discussing him constantly. It is a brilliant strategy and his understanding of this is unparalleled. But don’t be a sucker.

News/Talk Radio Needs to Re-Examine Its Approach as the Generational Shift Continues

You have 12 seconds to impress listeners of this age group. Air personalities need to aircheck themselves.

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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...

SubmitHub Bans AI Music From Its Promotion Services

"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%."