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
Formula 1, Vegas Style: Inside the Global Spotlight with Lori Nelson-Kraft
On this episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia and Russell Letizia sit down with Lori Nelson-Kraft, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs for the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, for an in-depth conversation about how one of the world’s most watched sporting events reshaped Las Vegas.
Lori shares how Formula 1 became more than just a race — it’s now a statement about innovation, community, and global identity. From managing global media to addressing local impact, she offers a fascinating look at what it takes to keep Las Vegas at the center of the world stage.
Tom and Lori also dive into the behind-the-scenes strategies that drive communication, stakeholder trust, and the economic realities of hosting a spectacle that merges luxury, speed, and showmanship — all set against the lights of the Strip.
A thoughtful, balanced look at how Formula 1 in Las Vegas is redefining how a city tells its story to the world.