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.

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News/Talk Radio Hosts Need to Grab the Future By the Horns

Your future is truly in your hands. You can either complain about the current realities or face them.

Why Talk Radio Hosts Need to Think Like Albert Einstein

The competitive pressures for ears and advertising have created a real need for innovative thinking.

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

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

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

If you are discussing the education subcommittee vote while your community is receiving a foot of snow, you have failed.

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NPR Anchor Jack Speer Retiring After Nearly 30 Years

“It’s been an honor. I’m grateful for the opportunities, and I wish everyone the best.”

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ESPN Tops Digital and Social Rankings Again in May

The multimedia sports giant reached nearly two-thirds of all U.S. adults—63% to be exact—through its expansive network of ESPN Digital, YouTube, and social platforms

Amanda Lee Joins KJ103 Oklahoma City Morning Team

The move comes following the retirement of longtime morning co-host Janet Ray, who signed off after an impressive 26-year run to focus full-time on her work counseling first responders.