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.

3 Tips on How to Get Station and Market Research Without the Whopping Budgets

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Many of us have not seen research in a while. I am going to give you some poor man tips for getting the pulse of your community. 

One Question Every News/Talk Radio Host Needs to Answer Truthfully

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Everyone hates listening to themselves. Everyone. Now, since that is a truth, we can all agree on why should you listen to yourself.

How to Follow the Radio Ratings Data to News/Talk Success

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The data is your path to victory. Don’t run from data, cherish it. Data is the scientific way to monitor your show.

News/Talk Radio Hosts All Need Some Resilience

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This is probably not the most eloquent or unique thing that you have read on the subject, but hopefully, it allows you to chew through a few things. 

Talk Radio Needs to Reimagine Call Screening

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Allowing listeners on the air does provide a certain risk. It can even be dangerous, exciting, and fun. 
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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

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"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

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"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

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Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

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"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”