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.
The Middle Ground
Holding Power to Account: Dana Gentry Breaks Down Nevada’s Biggest Stories
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, veteran journalist Dana Gentry joins Tom and Russell Letizia for a hard-hitting conversation about the stories shaping Nevada right now. Dana walks us through her recent investigations and reporting, offering insights you won’t get anywhere else.
We discuss:
- ⚡ NV Energy’s Overcharges – Why over 80,000 customers were overbilled, and how some got refunds as low as $3. What does this say about utility oversight?
- 🏥 Nevada Health Care Access Act – Governor Lombardo’s plan to fix rural and workforce healthcare shortages: smart policy or political band-aid?
- 🐾 Proposed Pet Store Ban – A controversial bill that would outlaw pet sales in stores to combat puppy mills—but it’s not without backlash.
- 💰 County Official Pay Raises – After a decade of no increases, should county leaders finally get a raise? We explore the political and public response.
Plus, we reflect on the role of investigative journalism today and what it takes to keep institutions honest in a changing media landscape.