The Middle Ground
The Middle Ground
Podcast Description
The Middle Ground with Tom LetiziaJoin 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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The show covers a wide range of content themes including local and national politics, community issues, and legal matters. Episodes range from discussions on immigration reform and economic recovery featuring politicians like Congresswoman Susie Lee, to in-depth conversations with journalists like John Katsilometes about Las Vegas's entertainment scene. The focus areas include Nevada's political landscape, judicial insights, and significant community developments.
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.
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with State Senator Rochelle Nguyen for a powerful conversation about her high-stakes 2024 election victory, her legislative priorities for Nevada, and the political dynamics shaping the state’s future.
Senator Nguyen opens up about what it took to defeat a Culinary Union-backed challenger, the future of the Democratic Party in Nevada, and her leadership on key bills including SB 316 (prescription drug reform), SB 193 (mortgage rate buydown), and SB 280 (funding cleft care at UNLV Dental School).
We also explore her efforts to champion mental health access through SJR 10, fight for reproductive rights, and expand transparency in state government.
The episode wraps with a fun lightning round—revealing everything from her go-to comfort food to what she listens to on the road to Carson City.
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