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.
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Media Mastermind: Mark Fierro Shares Decades of Insight on Crisis, Communication, and the Courtroom
On today’s Middle Ground Radio, host Tom Letizia sat down with veteran communications strategist Mark Fierro, President of Fierro Communications, Inc., for a compelling conversation on the art and science of media relations, crisis management, and storytelling in high-stakes environments.
With over 30 years of experience, Fierro offered a behind-the-scenes look into some of the most complex PR challenges of our time—including his work with the defense team in the Dr. Conrad Murray trial, which gripped the world in the aftermath of Michael Jackson’s death.
Listeners also got a glimpse into Fierro’s beginnings as a reporter and anchor at KLAS-TV Channel 8, his time as a Capitol Hill communications aide, and how his journalism degree from UNLV laid the foundation for a career rooted in truth, clarity, and strategic messaging. From courtroom battles to national headlines, Fierro shared valuable insights on how to navigate today’s media landscape with credibility and control.
This episode offered a masterclass in communication from one of Las Vegas’s most respected voices in the field.