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
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 initiatives in the country: the Reality-Based Training Center.
Karen shares how the Foundation raised over $25 million in private funds to create a cutting-edge facility where officers train for real-world scenarios—from active shooter situations to de-escalation, medical response, and disaster readiness. You'll hear how simulated environments like a gas station, school, and casino are helping Metro and other first responders prepare like never before.
She also talks about the importance of community support, the role of public-private partnerships, and how this innovative facility is reshaping the future of public safety—not just in Las Vegas, but across the nation.