Peter Boyles Show Podcast

The Peter Boyles Show August 15, 2026 HOUR 1: Peter Boyles looks back at one of Colorado talk radio's most controversial chapters following the death of former University of Colorado professor Ward Churchill.

Dan Caplis joins Peter to remember the Churchill controversy, the investigative work surrounding it, the discovery of old audio recordings, Churchill's eventual dismissal from CU, and the political firestorm that followed. Peter raises a provocative question: Would the same controversy produce the same reaction today? But the conversation quickly becomes larger than Ward Churchill.

Peter connects the battles of the past with today's political climate, the renewed appeal of socialism among younger Americans, the role of government, generational frustration and the idea that history moves through recurring periods of upheaval. During open lines, a caller introduces the concept of the Fourth Turning—the theory that generations periodically reach moments of crisis in which institutions are challenged and rebuilt.

Peter considers that idea alongside earlier periods of American populism, socialism and political upheaval. As Peter puts it: “The song remains the same. History is repetitive.”

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The Peter Boyles Show August 15, 2026 HOUR 2 : Peter Boyles takes a trip through history — and asks what happens when the version we remember collides with what actually happened. Peter and longtime Denver journalist Patricia Calhoun revisit the controversy surrounding Ward Churchill, the University of Colorado, questions surrounding his academic record and the larger battle over free speech. Their conversation turns to a principle both consider fundamental: protecting the First Amendment, even when the speech itself is controversial.

From George Armstrong Custer and the Battle of the Little Bighorn to disease reshaping empires and even influencing events surrounding the Louisiana Purchase, the discussion explores how dramatically our understanding of history can change when we dig beneath the familiar version of the story. 

The conversation eventually comes home to Denver and modern American politics, as callers and Peter debate socialism, government dependency and whether political movements we're seeing today are genuinely new — or simply another turn through an old historical cycle. As Peter puts it, the patterns have been repetitive — and they can happen again.

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Peter Boyles wraps up the morning with open lines on the rise of socialism in America, frustration with capitalism, U.S. involvement in the Middle East, political corruption and the changing media landscape. The hour also turns personal as Peter welcomes longtime friends into the studio and reflects on the relationships and stories behind his newly announced induction into the Colorado Broadcasters Hall of Fame.

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A deeply personal hour of The Peter Boyles Show begins with longtime friend Ted Scott delivering the news: Peter Boyles has been unanimously selected for induction into the Colorado Broadcasters Hall of Fame, joining a remarkable class that includes his late friend and fellow radio legend Alan Berg. For Peter, the honor becomes even more meaningful when he learns that he will have the privilege of presenting Berg for his posthumous induction.
Then, almost perfectly Peter, the celebration gives way to open lines and some of the biggest questions facing America. Peter and his callers debate the growing popularity of socialism, capitalism and wealth, the changing Democratic Party, and why free-market advocates may be struggling to make their case to younger Americans.

The conversation also continues Peter’s examination of America’s decades-long involvement in the Middle East. Callers challenge him on Iran, nuclear weapons, the Strait of Hormuz, the Gulf Wars and whether the United States can—or should—continue carrying the burden of policing the region.

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Peter Boyles is joined by Baylor University Professor David Smith for a deep dive into America’s long and complicated relationship with the Middle East. From the decline of European empires and the Cold War to oil, Iran and decades of U.S. intervention, they examine how history shaped today’s conflicts—and question whether America can find a way out.

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Peter Boyles takes on the growing appeal of democratic socialism in America and asks what’s driving the shift, particularly among younger voters. Peter and callers debate economic frustration, education, foreign wars, the changing Democratic Party, and whether history offers clues about where the country may be headed.

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The Peter Boyles Show - August 1, 2026 HOUR 4: Peter Boyles opens the hour reacting to Victor Marx becoming the Republican nominee for Colorado governor and what the general election could look like against Phil Weiser. The conversation expands into the decline of Colorado's mainstream media, the uncertain future of AM radio, and plenty of listener calls sharing memories of the local stations and personalities that shaped generations. The hour wraps with a fun conversation about classic music and the stories behind some unforgettable songs.

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The Peter Boyles Show - August 1, 2026 HOUR 3: : Peter Boyles kicks off the hour with Vinnie "The Blade" Terranova live from Sturgis, talking motorcycles, the rally, and the culture surrounding one of America's biggest annual events. The conversation then shifts to the day's headlines, where Peter and callers tackle bizarre news stories, crime, public safety, and the continuing decline of common sense in modern America, with plenty of listener interaction along the way.

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The Peter Boyles Show - August 1, 2026 HOUR 2: Peter Boyles continues the conversation on the future of AM radio, with listeners weighing in on why the medium is struggling and whether it can survive in the age of streaming. The hour also looks back at Rush Limbaugh's impact on talk radio, memorable broadcasting stories, and Peter shares behind-the-scenes tales from professional wrestling and some of radio's biggest personalities.

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The Peter Boyles Show - August 1, 2026 HOUR 1: Peter Boyles reflects on the changing landscape of talk radio, asking whether AM radio is nearing the end of its run as streaming, podcasts, and new technology reshape the industry. He also weighs in on Victor Marx's gubernatorial campaign, the declining influence of Colorado's mainstream media, and takes listeners on a nostalgic trip through the legendary radio stations and personalities that shaped generations of listeners. 

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