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.

6 Talk Radio Sins Nearly Every Host Commits

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When you crack open that microphone, you must come out swinging. 

When Being a Radio Host Becomes More of an On-Air Therapist

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The confines of a radio station, that microphone creates an open-air confessional for that part of your personality that can’t interact well with others.

3 Tips For News/Talk Radio Professionals to Reach Their Peak Performance

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How do you stay motivated? There is not a talk show host, producer, program director whisperer. You must induce your own enthusiasm.

Does Your Radio Station Reflect Your Audience?

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News/talk radio works best when we represent the people. 

Radio Was Built For Charity and Volunteer Work

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Your charitable activities build a better world. Your radio show and station make a real difference.
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