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.

As Midterm Elections Approach, Here’s an Interview Blueprint for News/Talk Radio Pros

Always remember, you are in a privileged position. You get to ask questions for the people.

Don’t Let the State of the Union Swallow Your News/Talk Radio Schedule

I am not saying to ignore the State of the Union. But we should all be focused on the biggest story, and that could be the State of the Union. More than likely, there will be something else.

The Case for Smarter Midterm Coverage on News/Talk Radio

If you are in the growing audience game, a host totally focused on the balls and strikes of the congressional primary will lose listeners.

Why News/Talk Radio Hosts and PDs Can’t Afford to Ignore How Listeners Actually Live

We all fantasize that our audience is totally glued into every moment on the radio. I wish that was true. It isn’t.

In an AI-Driven World, Talk Radio May Be the Last Human Connection

Radio is people. The more human the format, the happier the audience is.

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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."