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?

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

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

Radio Hosts Can’t Lose Listeners Trust As Elections Approach

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

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

You have never been more essential. You provide your opinions that help people analyze their thoughts, biases, and opinions.

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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."