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.

What is Your Breaking News Plan?

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Every station that I have programmed, there was a breaking news plan. I generally wrote it fairly early in my tenure. Given the past two...

It’s Not About You or Your Radio Show, It’s About the Listener

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Here is my semi-exhaustive list of issues and interests that your audience encounters.

Radio Hosts Can’t Lose Listeners Trust As Elections Approach

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Your opinion and observations are always the center of a great talk show. But, you must always keep your audience in mind first.

Now is the Perfect Time for News/Talk Radio Hosts to Experiment and Evolve

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Change can be scary. But there is always room for change and improvement. You must adapt.

How News/Talk Radio Can Rise to the Occasion During Presidential Immunity Conversations

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You have never been more essential. You provide your opinions that help people analyze their thoughts, biases, and opinions.
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Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

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Ultimately, I'm not criticizing SiriusXM for signing this deal. I just don't see the clear necessity behind it, at least not yet.

Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

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"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

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"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Tony Reali Reflects on His Journey From ‘Around the Horn’ To Building the ‘Real Deal’

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"I use the term irresistible on this show. That’s the moments I’m chasing in this show. It’s the one you can’t resist when it shows up in your feed. You’ve seen it five times in that ten second clip, and you’re still unpacking some of the feelings behind it. That’s what success will look like for me building out a roster of shows bringing those feelings out in different ways."