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
Mayor Shelley Berkley: A Candid Conversation on Leadership, Las Vegas, and the Road Ahead
Today on The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia welcomed a very special guest — Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley — for an in-depth, wide-ranging conversation about her first year in office, the state of the city, and her remarkable career in public service.
Mayor Berkley reflected on her decades of leadership, from serving Nevada in Congress to guiding Touro University as CEO, and now leading Las Vegas through one of the most dynamic periods in the city’s history. She discussed public safety, affordable housing, the homelessness challenge, and the importance of strong collaboration with Metro and regional partners.
Tom, Russell and Mayor Berkley also explored the differences between serving as a Member of Congress and serving as mayor, how she handles today’s polarized political environment, and why the role of mayor allows her to have a direct, immediate impact on people’s lives.
It was a thoughtful, personal, and forward-looking conversation — including moments reflecting on a decades-long friendship and what it means to serve the community you love.
A terrific show, now streaming everywhere you get your podcasts.