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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Nevada’s Political Crossroads: Sam Shad on the Special Session, Film Tax, and the 2026 Election Landscape
On this episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, host Tom Letizia sits down with Nevada broadcasting legend Sam Shad, host of Nevada Newsmakers and one of the state’s most respected political voices.
Together, they explore the high-stakes Legislative Special Session and the growing debate over Nevada’s film tax credit proposal — a billion-dollar question that could reshape the state’s economic future. Sam shares his insider perspective on how the issue is playing out behind the scenes in Carson City, and what it reveals about leadership, lobbying, and the balance between growth and fiscal responsibility.
Then, Tom and Sam turn their focus to the 2026 Nevada elections — from the governor’s race to key statewide and legislative contests — breaking down who’s rising, who’s vulnerable, and what issues will define the next political cycle.
It’s a candid, informed, and wide-ranging conversation between two of Nevada’s most experienced broadcasters, offering insight you won’t hear anywhere else.