The Middle Ground
The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia
Join veteran political consultant and media expert Tom Letizia on The Middle Ground, a daily political talk show offering a balanced and unbiased perspective on the news shaping Las Vegas and beyond. With over 50 years of experience in media and campaign strategy, Tom brings his unparalleled expertise as a broadcast owner, former operator of one of Las Vegas' largest ad agencies, and the architect of seven consecutive mayoral victories in Las Vegas.
Airing live from 8-9 AM PST Monday through Friday on AM 670 in Las Vegas, The Middle Ground is also available nationwide as a daily podcast and through social media. This show is politics without the spin—eschewing the polarizing rhetoric of the far right and far left to focus on insightful, informed discussions that appeal to the vast majority of listeners who want to be in the middle.
Each episode features candid conversations with local politicians, journalists, and newsmakers, diving into the most pressing issues in Las Vegas and offering a deeper understanding of the stories that matter. Tune in to The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia for a fresh, practical approach to today’s political landscape.
Episodes
143 episodes
How Las Vegas Won Over the NFL: Bo Bernhard on Betting, Innovation & the Rise of the Fun Economy
On this episode of The Tom Letizia Show, we sit down with Dr. Bo Bernhard, UNLV’s Interim VP of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement — and one of the key behind-the-scenes architects of Las Vegas’s transformation into a global sports and gaming...
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Building the Future of Las Vegas: A Conversation with Vincent Tatum of Grand Canyon Development Partners
On this episode of The Tom Letizia Show, we sit down with Vincent Tatum, President of Grand Canyon Development Partners, one of Southern Nevada’s most influential development firms. Vincent shares his journey through the ...
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From the Gridiron to the Diamond: Marc Badain on Bringing Major League Baseball to Las Vegas
On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show, we sit down with Marc Badain, President of the Athletics, and the former mastermind behind the Raiders’ successful relocation to Las Vegas and construction of Allegiant Stadium....
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Inside the Courtroom: Chief Judge Jerry Wiese on Nevada’s Judicial Crisis
On this episode of The Tom Letizia Show, Chief Judge Jerry Wiese of the Eighth Judicial District Court joins us for an in-depth, no-spin conversation about the future of Clark County’s justice system.Judge Wiese breaks do...
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Law & Legislation: Assemblyman Brian Hibbetts on Crime, Medicaid, and Missed Opportunities
In this episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Assemblyman Brian Hibbetts (R–District 13) to discuss the most contentious and consequential issues of the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session.A retired LV...
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Justice with Compassion: How Veterans Court Is Changing Lives in Clark County
In this special episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with his daughter, Judge Harmony Letizia, to shine a spotlight on one of the justice system’s most compassionate innovations — Veterans Treatment Court<...
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From Firehouse to Statehouse: Senator John Steinbeck on Public Safety, Healthcare & Election Reform
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Nevada State Senator John Steinbeck, a former fire chief turned lawmaker representing District 18 in Clark County. They dive into Steinbeck’s firsthand exp...
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Tick Segerblom on Cannabis, County Challenges & the Future of Las Vegas
On this episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Clark County Commission Chairman Tick Segerblom for a no-spin, high-impact conversation on the state of Southern Nevada. From his trailblazing role in cannabis leg...
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Training for Tomorrow: Inside Metro’s Reality-Based Policing
In this episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Karen Marben, Executive Director of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation, to discuss one of the most ambitious law enforcement training initiati...
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Breaking the Odds: Joe Asher on Launching Nevada’s Only Independent Sportsbook
On today’s edition of The Middle Ground Radio Show, host Tom Letizia sits down with legendary gaming executive Joe Asher, the former CEO of William Hill US and former President of Sports Betting at IGT. Now, Joe is making headli...
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From Parking Lots to Global Platforms: Daren Libonati’s Rise in the Live Event World
On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show on The Middle Ground, Tom sits down with Daren Libonati, a Las Vegas entertainment legend with a 36-year career that spans stadiums, arenas, music festivals, boxing matches, and ...
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Power, Policy & Persistence: Senator Rochelle Nguyen on Beating the Odds and Building Nevada’s Future
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with State Senator Rochelle Nguyen for a powerful conversation about her high-stakes 2024 election victory, her legislative priorities for Nevada, and ...
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Shining the Spotlight: Stories of Honor
On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show, we sat down with Belinda Morse, Founding Director of Honor Flight Southern Nevada, to explore her inspiring mission of honoring veterans with all-expense-paid trips to Washingto...
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Bradley Schrager Unpacks Biden-Doctor Hearing, NYC Mayor’s Race, and ICE Tactics on The Middle Ground
This morning’s episode of The Middle Ground featured a thought-provoking conversation with constitutional attorney Bradley Schrager of Bravo Schrager LLP. Host Tom Letizia guided listeners through some of the most pressin...
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Broken Promises: Immigration, ICE, and the Fallout in Las Vegas – A Conversation with Fernando Romero
In this powerful episode of Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Fernando Romero, President of Hispanics in Politics, to unpack the growing crisis around immigration enforcement, community fear, and federal inac...
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Rebuilding Trust in a Tech-Driven World: A Conversation with Jeffery Rogers
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Jeffery Rogers, Owner and CEO of Jeff Rogers Coaching, for a powerful conversation about the importance of real human connection in a digital world
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Building the Cultural Heart of Las Vegas: Myron Martin and The Story of The Smith Center
On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show, we sit down with Myron Martin, President and CEO of The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, for a powerful conversation about the vision, challenges, and triumphs behind build...
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Inside the 2025 Nevada Legislature: Speaker Steve Yeager on Big Wins, Missed Bills, and What Comes Next
On this episode of The Tom Letizia Show, Speaker of the Nevada Assembly Steve Yeager joins Tom for a deep dive into the 2025 legislative session. From education reform and housing investment to voter ID compromises and the colla...
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Peter Guzman on Immigration, Broadacres, and the Latino Workforce: A Conversation on Trust, Policy, and Progress
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Peter Guzman, President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce, returned to the studio for an in-depth conversation about the state of immigration in Nevada and across the country. Peter shared powerf...
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From Neon Beginnings to a Mindset to 100: Marla Letizia on Legacy, Longevity, and Las Vegas
On this episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we welcome back Las Vegas native and Long-Life Era® founder Marla Letizia for an inspiring and nostalgic conversation. Marla opens up about her new book, co-authore...
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From Radio Roots to Casino Giants: The Ron Garrett Story
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Ron Garrett, a Hall of Fame broadcaster, legendary ad executive, and seasoned casino executive. Ron takes us back to his early days in Las Vegas radio, ref...
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Legacy, Compassion & Community: The Business of Life After Loss
On this episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Celena DiLullo, President of Palm Mortuaries & Cemeteries, one of Southern Nevada’s most respected institutions. As Palm approaches its 100th anniversary,...
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Inside Family Court: Candid Conversations with Judges Heidi Almase and Kerri Maxey
On Friday, June 27, 2025, The Tom Letizia Show continued its special Judge Series with two distinguished guests from Clark County Family Court. In the first half of the show, Family Court Judge Heidi Almase shared her experiences on the bench, ...
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Built to Withstand Any Storm: David Rounds on Leading Las Vegas Through Tech and Turbulence
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with David Rounds, CEO of NetEffect, to discuss how one of Las Vegas’s top IT firms became a lifeline for businesses during some of the most disruptive moments in recent hi...
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From Family Court to Real Estate Forecasts — Grounded Conversations That Matter
Today on The Tom Letizia Show – The Middle Ground, we began with Judge Margaret Pickard, who shared her deep experience in family law, emphasizing programs that prioritize child welfare, recovery, and cooperative parentin...
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