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.

Why News/Talk Radio Is Shrinking — and How to Fix It

Hey, news/talk — if your focus is on pleasing the people who have been there since the ’90s, you will always be shrinking.

How to Build a News/Talk Radio Brand That Actually Means Something

Considering that there are millions of distractions, what is your unique market position? I will give you a hint: Your unique market position should center on your opinions and observations.

The One Habit That’s Made Me a Better Radio Program Director

Most people are myopic. They are only focused on what is in front of them. It is a tough concept to teach and even harder to understand.

Google Search Data Doesn’t Lie: Here’s What the News/Talk Radio Audience Really Wants

I am telling you that being the one-stop information shop is not a winning strategy for your show. It is about your opinion and observations.

News/Talk Radio Has a Blind Spot and It’s Costing You Listeners

There is more to life than the news cycle, the president's latest social media post, those rascally Democrats, and other frequent topics.

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"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

"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

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

"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.”