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Peter Thiele is a weekly news/talk radio columnist for Barrett Media, and an experienced news/talk radio programmer. He recently served as program director for WHO/KXNO in Des Moines, IA. Prior to that role he held programming positions in New York City, San Francisco, 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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Sports Radio
Roku Channel Announces New Women’s Sports Studio Show Hosted by Renee Montgomery, Sarah Tiana and Suzy Shuster
Roku is jumping on the women’s sports train by...
Greg McElroy and Cole Cubelic Celebrate Top Mid Market Morning Show for Third Consecutive Year
In most markets, when you listen to sports talk...
Lotus Las Vegas Rebrands Station as VSiN Las Vegas 1230
Lotus Las Vegas has announced it is expanding its...
Audacy Rebrands BetQL Network as The BetMGM Network
Audacy has announced it has rebranded the BetQL Network...
John Skipper: Tom Brady Should Choose Between FOX Sports Broadcasts or Raiders Minority Ownership
"He should make a decision about which one he wants to do."
Sports Columns
The Rise and Fall of David Field
"I know many have piled on David over the past week. Some of it is justified, and some of it isn't."
Tom Brady Has Some Catching Up to Do to Reach Tony Romo Status in the Broadcast Booth
Whether you are a player or a broadcaster, football is very much about tempo and timing.
Gary Krantz and Pete Medhurst Gave Their All to the Radio Industry
"Success requires effort, focus, vision, and sacrifice as much as talent. Few earn promotions and opportunities to perform on grander stages without those qualities."
Kirk Herbstreit’s Emotional Reaction to Ohio State Win Made for Great Television
Kirk Herbstreit didn't wake up and tell himself he was going to get emotional over a game on live television, it just happened. It was real.
Is Market Mobility Still a Thing in Sports Radio?
Market mobility, when it existed, was the sign of a company and boss that took an interest in what came out of their listeners’ speakers.
Sports Television
Dick Vitale to Return to ESPN Airwaves for the First Time in Two Years
Dickie V will return to the booth for the...
Colin Cowherd Leaves FS1, FOX Sports Radio Show After Saying He Was ‘Very, Very Sick’
Colin Cowherd abruptly ended his broadcasting today on both...
Jim Edmonds No Longer Part of St. Louis Cardinals Broadcasts on FanDuel Sports Network Midwest
Jim Edmonds, the former St. Louis Cardinals outfielder, has...
Julie Stewart-Binks Files Lawsuit Alleging Sexual Assault While at FS1
Stewart-Binks was a full-time employee at FS1 when the network launched in 2013, and she remained with the company until 2016.
Stephanie McMahon to Host New Show Coming to ESPN+ in March
"It’s really to tell the stories that haven’t been told, and to find out more about the people behind the characters."
News Radio
NPR Names Former CBS Evening News Executive Producer Jay Shaylor to Same Role for Morning Edition, Up First
“I’m excited to be joining this iconic broadcast and its companion podcast, Up First, at this critical moment..."
Live Talk Radio Has Never Been More Important Than Now
If your audience expects you to be talking about the news, and you’re not, the listeners will learn that they won’t always get what they come to you to get.
Talk Radio 102.3 WGOW Host Brian Joyce Exits
"It’s been fun! See you on the other side."
WRVA Morning Host John Reid Departs to Run for Virginia Lt. Governor
Reid joined the station in 2017 and hosted The John Reid Show from 5:30-10 AM.
Bill Spadea Signs Off From New Jersey 101.5 to Focus on State Governor Race
Spadea has spent nearly a decade hosting mornings at New Jersey 101.5.
News Columns
Live Talk Radio Has Never Been More Important Than Now
If your audience expects you to be talking about the news, and you’re not, the listeners will learn that they won’t always get what they come to you to get.
News Media Needs to Remember There’s a Right Way and a Wrong Way to Cover Breaking News Tragedies
We need facts, not feelings.
News/Talk Radio Needs to Re-Examine Its Approach as the Generational Shift Continues
You have 12 seconds to impress listeners of this age group. Air personalities need to aircheck themselves.
A Sobering Social Media Reminder Talk Radio Hosts Should Never Forget
The platforms are the ones using your opinion to make money (and train their AI engines). You get to think that your value is measured by the number of followers and likes you accumulate.
News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House
How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?
News Television
NBC News ‘Disappointed’ by Removal of Office Space Inside Pentagon As OAN, Breitbart, NY Post Move In
"Despite the significant obstacles this presents to our ability to gather and report news in the national public interest, we will continue to report with the same integrity and rigor NBC News always has.”
Fox News Anchor Bret Baier to Interview Donald Trump During Super Bowl LIX Pregame Show
The pre-taped interview will take place at Trump's Mar-a-Lago home, with portions of the conversation being aired on Special Report with Bret Baier on Monday, February 10th.
News Media Reacts to Chuck Todd Departing NBC News After Nearly 20 Years
On social media, current and former co-workers shared their well wishes for his future, while detractors shared excitement over the news that he was departing the legacy news brand.
Chuck Todd Announces Exit From NBC News
"I’m pretty excited about a few new projects that are on the cusp of going from ‘pie in the sky’ to ‘near reality.’"
Ratings Roundup: Fox News Scores Most-Watched January in Cable News History
Fox News averaged 2.8 million viewers in primetime during the month, besting MSNBC (734,000) and CNN (522,000).
Music News
Kyle Meredith Rises To Program Director At WFPK Louisville
Meridith continues hosting evenings for the station as well as his “Kyle Meredith With…” podcast.
Go Country KKGO Los Angeles Parts Ways With Tim Hurley
“This morning I got the news. Go Country 105 has decided to let me go. I got canned!"
Kiki Garcia Named New Morning Host At Magic 99.5 Albuquerque
Garcia joins from sister 93.3 The Q, where she had a 16-year run on the “Carlos & Kiki Show.”
KUZZ Bakersfield Raises A Quarter Of A Million Dollars For St. Jude
The radiothon was held this past Wednesday and Thursday with the total exceeding last year’s by more than $10,000.
Manni Supreme Joins 96.1 The Beat Atlanta
Supreme previously hosted on Eminem’s Shade 45 Sirius XM channel as well as Hot 107.9 WHTA and Streetz 94.5 Atlanta.
Music Columns
Live Talk Radio Has Never Been More Important Than Now
If your audience expects you to be talking about the news, and you’re not, the listeners will learn that they won’t always get what they come to you to get.
News Media Needs to Remember There’s a Right Way and a Wrong Way to Cover Breaking News Tragedies
We need facts, not feelings.
News/Talk Radio Needs to Re-Examine Its Approach as the Generational Shift Continues
You have 12 seconds to impress listeners of this age group. Air personalities need to aircheck themselves.
A Sobering Social Media Reminder Talk Radio Hosts Should Never Forget
The platforms are the ones using your opinion to make money (and train their AI engines). You get to think that your value is measured by the number of followers and likes you accumulate.
News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House
How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?
Podcasting
Former Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan Launches Podcast with Lemonada Media
Lemonada Media will handle both distribution and ad sales for the new venture.
Fox News Contributor Raymond Arroyo to Launch Show with iHeartPodcasts
Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo has announced the launch...
‘Music Saved Me’ With Lynn Hoffman Joins iHeartPodcasts Network
The show features compelling stories of passion and resilience, showcasing musicians who have navigated their challenges.
YouTube ‘Investing Heavily’ to Support Audio, Podcast Content
“Google has lots of places where this content could live, and we’re talking with many of those teams, and we will look to integrate into all of those services as it makes sense.”
Brian Stelter to Exit ‘Inside the Hive’ Podcast with Vanity Fair
"Every week, I learned something new from the guests here at the table, and I hope you did as well."
Peter Thiele is a weekly news/talk radio columnist for Barrett Media, and an experienced news/talk radio programmer. He recently served as program director for WHO/KXNO in Des Moines, IA. Prior to that role he held programming positions in New York City, San Francisco, 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.
Sports Radio
Roku Channel Announces New Women’s Sports Studio Show Hosted by Renee Montgomery, Sarah Tiana and Suzy Shuster
Roku is jumping on the women’s sports train by...
Greg McElroy and Cole Cubelic Celebrate Top Mid Market Morning Show for Third Consecutive Year
In most markets, when you listen to sports talk...
Lotus Las Vegas Rebrands Station as VSiN Las Vegas 1230
Lotus Las Vegas has announced it is expanding its...
Audacy Rebrands BetQL Network as The BetMGM Network
Audacy has announced it has rebranded the BetQL Network...
John Skipper: Tom Brady Should Choose Between FOX Sports Broadcasts or Raiders Minority Ownership
"He should make a decision about which one he wants to do."
Sports Columns
The Rise and Fall of David Field
"I know many have piled on David over the past week. Some of it is justified, and some of it isn't."
Tom Brady Has Some Catching Up to Do to Reach Tony Romo Status in the Broadcast Booth
Whether you are a player or a broadcaster, football is very much about tempo and timing.
Gary Krantz and Pete Medhurst Gave Their All to the Radio Industry
"Success requires effort, focus, vision, and sacrifice as much as talent. Few earn promotions and opportunities to perform on grander stages without those qualities."
Kirk Herbstreit’s Emotional Reaction to Ohio State Win Made for Great Television
Kirk Herbstreit didn't wake up and tell himself he was going to get emotional over a game on live television, it just happened. It was real.
Is Market Mobility Still a Thing in Sports Radio?
Market mobility, when it existed, was the sign of a company and boss that took an interest in what came out of their listeners’ speakers.
Sports Television
Dick Vitale to Return to ESPN Airwaves for the First Time in Two Years
Dickie V will return to the booth for the...
Colin Cowherd Leaves FS1, FOX Sports Radio Show After Saying He Was ‘Very, Very Sick’
Colin Cowherd abruptly ended his broadcasting today on both...
Jim Edmonds No Longer Part of St. Louis Cardinals Broadcasts on FanDuel Sports Network Midwest
Jim Edmonds, the former St. Louis Cardinals outfielder, has...
Julie Stewart-Binks Files Lawsuit Alleging Sexual Assault While at FS1
Stewart-Binks was a full-time employee at FS1 when the network launched in 2013, and she remained with the company until 2016.
Stephanie McMahon to Host New Show Coming to ESPN+ in March
"It’s really to tell the stories that haven’t been told, and to find out more about the people behind the characters."
News Radio
NPR Names Former CBS Evening News Executive Producer Jay Shaylor to Same Role for Morning Edition, Up First
“I’m excited to be joining this iconic broadcast and its companion podcast, Up First, at this critical moment..."
Live Talk Radio Has Never Been More Important Than Now
If your audience expects you to be talking about the news, and you’re not, the listeners will learn that they won’t always get what they come to you to get.
Talk Radio 102.3 WGOW Host Brian Joyce Exits
"It’s been fun! See you on the other side."
WRVA Morning Host John Reid Departs to Run for Virginia Lt. Governor
Reid joined the station in 2017 and hosted The John Reid Show from 5:30-10 AM.
Bill Spadea Signs Off From New Jersey 101.5 to Focus on State Governor Race
Spadea has spent nearly a decade hosting mornings at New Jersey 101.5.
News Columns
Live Talk Radio Has Never Been More Important Than Now
If your audience expects you to be talking about the news, and you’re not, the listeners will learn that they won’t always get what they come to you to get.
News Media Needs to Remember There’s a Right Way and a Wrong Way to Cover Breaking News Tragedies
We need facts, not feelings.
News/Talk Radio Needs to Re-Examine Its Approach as the Generational Shift Continues
You have 12 seconds to impress listeners of this age group. Air personalities need to aircheck themselves.
A Sobering Social Media Reminder Talk Radio Hosts Should Never Forget
The platforms are the ones using your opinion to make money (and train their AI engines). You get to think that your value is measured by the number of followers and likes you accumulate.
News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House
How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?
News Television
NBC News ‘Disappointed’ by Removal of Office Space Inside Pentagon As OAN, Breitbart, NY Post Move In
"Despite the significant obstacles this presents to our ability to gather and report news in the national public interest, we will continue to report with the same integrity and rigor NBC News always has.”
Fox News Anchor Bret Baier to Interview Donald Trump During Super Bowl LIX Pregame Show
The pre-taped interview will take place at Trump's Mar-a-Lago home, with portions of the conversation being aired on Special Report with Bret Baier on Monday, February 10th.
News Media Reacts to Chuck Todd Departing NBC News After Nearly 20 Years
On social media, current and former co-workers shared their well wishes for his future, while detractors shared excitement over the news that he was departing the legacy news brand.
Chuck Todd Announces Exit From NBC News
"I’m pretty excited about a few new projects that are on the cusp of going from ‘pie in the sky’ to ‘near reality.’"
Ratings Roundup: Fox News Scores Most-Watched January in Cable News History
Fox News averaged 2.8 million viewers in primetime during the month, besting MSNBC (734,000) and CNN (522,000).
Music News
Kyle Meredith Rises To Program Director At WFPK Louisville
Meridith continues hosting evenings for the station as well as his “Kyle Meredith With…” podcast.
Go Country KKGO Los Angeles Parts Ways With Tim Hurley
“This morning I got the news. Go Country 105 has decided to let me go. I got canned!"
Kiki Garcia Named New Morning Host At Magic 99.5 Albuquerque
Garcia joins from sister 93.3 The Q, where she had a 16-year run on the “Carlos & Kiki Show.”
KUZZ Bakersfield Raises A Quarter Of A Million Dollars For St. Jude
The radiothon was held this past Wednesday and Thursday with the total exceeding last year’s by more than $10,000.
Manni Supreme Joins 96.1 The Beat Atlanta
Supreme previously hosted on Eminem’s Shade 45 Sirius XM channel as well as Hot 107.9 WHTA and Streetz 94.5 Atlanta.
Music Columns
Live Talk Radio Has Never Been More Important Than Now
If your audience expects you to be talking about the news, and you’re not, the listeners will learn that they won’t always get what they come to you to get.
News Media Needs to Remember There’s a Right Way and a Wrong Way to Cover Breaking News Tragedies
We need facts, not feelings.
News/Talk Radio Needs to Re-Examine Its Approach as the Generational Shift Continues
You have 12 seconds to impress listeners of this age group. Air personalities need to aircheck themselves.
A Sobering Social Media Reminder Talk Radio Hosts Should Never Forget
The platforms are the ones using your opinion to make money (and train their AI engines). You get to think that your value is measured by the number of followers and likes you accumulate.
News/Talk Radio Can’t Turn on Cruise Control Just Because Donald Trump is Back in the White House
How long can the celebration go on from a listener's perspective before it's repetitive and boring?
Podcasting
Former Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan Launches Podcast with Lemonada Media
Lemonada Media will handle both distribution and ad sales for the new venture.
Fox News Contributor Raymond Arroyo to Launch Show with iHeartPodcasts
Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo has announced the launch...
‘Music Saved Me’ With Lynn Hoffman Joins iHeartPodcasts Network
The show features compelling stories of passion and resilience, showcasing musicians who have navigated their challenges.
YouTube ‘Investing Heavily’ to Support Audio, Podcast Content
“Google has lots of places where this content could live, and we’re talking with many of those teams, and we will look to integrate into all of those services as it makes sense.”
Brian Stelter to Exit ‘Inside the Hive’ Podcast with Vanity Fair
"Every week, I learned something new from the guests here at the table, and I hope you did as well."
Peter Thiele is a weekly news/talk radio columnist for Barrett Media, and an experienced news/talk radio programmer. He recently served as program director for WHO/KXNO in Des Moines, IA. Prior to that role he held programming positions in New York City, San Francisco, 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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