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.

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.
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Why Fox News’ Ratings Slump Isn’t the Warning Sign Everyone Thinks

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People are tired, man. And oftentimes, the most likely answer is the correct one.

FOX Sports Turned World Series Pregame Coverage Into a Championship Performance

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"In a broadcast where every detail mattered, FOX’s production staff delivered a performance worthy of the game's biggest stage."

Major League Baseball Has a Problem, and the NFL Is Only Part of It

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"Baseball can control whether there are baseball games to watch in 2027. If owners and players can't figure that out, they won't have to worry about the NFL stealing their audience."

Eutopia Credits Hard Work and New York Pride for SiriusXM Success

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“Once you can rock the mic in a state where you can hardly pronounce any of the towns, but you still connect with the people, you feel like you can make it anywhere, especially where you’re from."