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.
Episodes
210 episodes
Breaking the Silence: Amy Ayoub’s Journey from Shame to Strength
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia sits down with Amy Ayoub, President of The Zen Speaker and subject of the acclaimed documentary The Zen Speaker: Breaking the Silence. In this power...
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Inside Nevada’s Game & Governor’s Race: Nick Bogdanovich & Alexis Hill on The Middle Ground
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we kick things off with veteran oddsmaker Nick Bogdanovich of Boomer’s Sportsbook, breaking down this week’s NFL and college football lines with insight only a Vegas insi...
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Socialism in America’s Biggest City: Peter Guzman Reacts to Zohran Mamdani’s Win and the Political Shift Ahead
This week on The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia and Russell Letizia sit down with Peter Guzman, President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce, for a timely and candid discussion following Zohran Mamdani’s victory as New Y...
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Going for Gold: Connor Fields on Winning, Recovery, and the Mindset of a Champion
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia and Russell Letizia sit down with Olympic BMX Gold Medalist Connor Fields, one of Nevada’s most inspiring hometown heroes.From his early days r...
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Michelle Maese: The Power of Labor — Leading Nevada’s Workforce Forward
On this episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, host Tom Letizia sits down with Michelle Maese, President of SEIU Local 1107, one of Nevada’s most influential labor organizations representing healthcare and public-s...
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From HALO to Capitol Hill: Marty O’Donnell on Creativity, Politics, and Nevada’s Future
Today on The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom and Russell Letizia sat down with Marty O’Donnell — the legendary composer and co-creator of HALO — to talk about his next big mission: running for Nevada’s 3rd Congressional ...
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Sports, Justice & Straight Talk — A Winning Thursday on The Middle Ground
On today’s edition of The Tom Letizia Show on AM 670 KMZQ, it’s a mix of sports insight and civic conversation you won’t want to miss.At 8 AM, veteran oddsmaker Nick Bogdanovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook join...
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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.Togeth...
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Becky Harris: Experience, Integrity, and a Non-Partisan Vision for Clark County
In this episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, former Nevada State Senator and Gaming Control Board Chair Becky Harris joins Tom and Russell Letizia in the studio to discuss her campaign for Clark County Commission Di...
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Voter Data, Election Integrity & Weekend Odds — Straight Talk on The Middle Ground
On this episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we bring two powerhouse conversations from different worlds — politics and sports — all in one hour of engaging, no-spin radio.First up, legendary oddsmaker Nick Bogdanov...
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🎬 Nevada’s Film Tax Showdown: Jobs, Unions, and the Future of Hollywood in the Desert
In this episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Vince Saavedra, Executive Secretary Treasurer of the Southern Nevada Building Trades, to break down Nevada’s proposed film tax expansion.Together, th...
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From Courtroom to Campaign: Adam Ganz on Justice, Fairness & the Future of Nevada’s Courts
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia sits down with Adam Ganz, longtime personal injury attorney, Discovery Commissioner, and now candidate for District Court Judge in the 2026 electio...
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🎙️ Middle Ground Radio: Latino Voices Shaping Nevada’s Future
Fernando Romero, President of Hispanics in Politics, joins Tom Letizia to discuss the rising influence of Nevada’s Latino community and the key issues driving voters—education, economic opportunity, and public safety. He shares insight...
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A Mindset to 100: How Marla Letizia & Dr. Jean Are Redefining Aging with Joy, Purpose, and Science
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia and Russell Letizia welcome Marla Letizia, founder of the Long-Life Era®, and Dr. Jean Bokelmann, co-author of The Longevity Cookbook: The Pr...
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From Football Picks to Living to 100 — A Show of Wins on All Fronts!
This morning’s Middle Ground Radio Show kicked off with our good friend Nick Bogdanovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook, breaking down all the action for NFL Week 7 — from Thursday night’s Dodgers game to key matchups across th...
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Aging Well in Las Vegas: The Expo that Inspires Longevity, Wellness, and Community
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we shine a spotlight on one of Southern Nevada’s most anticipated community events — the Aging Wellness Active Lifestyle Expo, happening this Saturday, October 18th at th...
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From War to Reunion: Gene Greenberg on Memory, Survival, and the Meaning of Peace
On this powerful episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, documentary filmmaker and author Gene Greenberg joins the show following a historic moment in world news — the release of hostages in the Israel–Hamas conflict...
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From Center Stage to the CEO’s Office: Cecilia Violetta López and the Future of Opera in Las Vegas
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we step into the world of grand voices, timeless stories, and modern leadership in the arts. Our featured guest, Cecilia Violetta López, the internationally acclaimed sop...
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Pete Ernaut: Resilience, Reinvention & the Future of Fabulous Las Vegas
In this episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, Tom and Russell sit down with one of Nevada’s most influential voices — Pete Ernaut, Partner and President of Government & Public Affairs at R&R Partners....
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🎙️ Sports, Mindset & Momentum: Nick Bogdanovich and Marla Letizia Join The Middle Ground
On this episode of The Tom Letizia Show on The Middle Ground, Tom kicks things off with veteran oddsmaker Nick Bogdanovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook to break down the latest NFL and college football action. Nick sha...
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From Summerlin to Williamsport: Coach TJ Fechser’s Unforgettable Little League Journey
In this inspiring episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia sits down with Coach TJ Fechser, the leader of the Summerlin South Little League All-Stars, who made Nevada sports history by capturing the ...
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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 conve...
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🎹 From Carnegie Hall to Las Vegas: Raja Rahman on Art, Innovation & Education
In this inspiring episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, concert pianist, Steinway Artist, and Nevada School of the Arts President Raja Rahman joins Tom and Russell Letizia for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation. ...
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Rick McCann: The Voice Behind Nevada’s Law Enforcement
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, we sat down with Rick McCann — Founder & President of McCann Consulting, and Founder & Government Affairs Director of the Nevada Law Enforcement Coalition. With more than four...
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From the Gridiron to Filipino Town: Football Picks & Community Voices
On today’s Middle Ground Radio Show, we kicked things off with Nick Bogdonovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook, breaking down the biggest matchups in football this week and giving us the inside scoop from the betting world.In the second ...
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