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 insider can bring. Then at 8:30 AM, we pivot from the gridiron to the Governor’s Mansion as Alexis Hill , candidate for Nevada Governor , joins Tom to discuss her campaign, ke...

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 York City’s first socialist mayor. From his father’s escape from communist Cuba to his leadership in Nevada’s business community, Peter shares a deeply personal and pragmatic...

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 racing dirt tracks in Henderson to making Olympic history in Rio 2016, Connor shares the mindset that propelled him to the top—and how he fought his way back after a life-threatening crash at...

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-sector professionals across the state. In this engaging conversation, Michelle shares her journey from frontline social worker to union president, discusses the future of labor in Ne...

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 District . O’Donnell shared how his creative background shapes his political philosophy, what he learned from standing up to Microsoft and winning, and how collaboration with Paul M...

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 joins Tom to break down this week’s NFL matchups and the latest World Series action — sharing insider perspective on lines, odds, and the big games ahead. ⚾🏈 Then at 8:30 AM , Jessica Green , c...

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 f...

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 District F . Harris shares what inspired her to return to public service, why she’s running as a non-partisan , and how her years in state leadership and education have prepare...

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 Bogdanovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook joins Tom to preview the NFL and MLB action heading into the weekend. From Thursday night football to postseason baseball, Nick gives his inside...

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, they discuss what a potential multi-billion-dollar studio development could mean for Nevada’s construction workers , unions , and local economy . From job creation and apprenticeship o...

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 election . Adam shares fascinating insights from his decades in personal injury law — what the public doesn’t see about how justice is built case by case — and the lessons that come from manag...

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 on how genuine community engagement, not last-minute outreach, wins elections and trust. Key Takeaways: Latino voters will decide close Nevada races in 2026. Educa...

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 Preview Collection . Together, they explore how food, mindset, and purpose combine to create a life of vitality and connection — no matter your age. 🌈 Marla shares how Nanny Bubby’s® kitchen became the b...

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 the league. Nick gave listeners sharp insight and his trademark betting wisdom for the weekend slate. In the second half, the spotlight turned to Marla Letizia , who joined us to t...

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 the Rio Hotel & Casino. Joining Tom are three dynamic guests who are helping make this year’s event the biggest yet: Wanda English Blair , Vice President of Marketing f...

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 and renewed hope for peace. Greenberg, whose novel No Matter How Far chronicles his parents’ separation and miraculous reunion after the Holocaust, reflects on the timeless h...

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 soprano and newly appointed General Director and CEO of Opera Las Vegas , shares her remarkable journey — from growing up in Idaho farm fields to performing on the world’s g...

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 . Pete opens up about his extraordinary journey from Nevada legislator to strategic powerhouse at R&R — and how surviving a life-threatening leukemia diagnosis reshaped his outl...

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 shares expert insights on the week’s top matchups, betting lines, and what to watch heading into the weekend — giving listeners the inside edge straight from the sportsbook. 🏈💰 At 8:30 A...

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 U.S. Championship and reaching the World Championship Game at the 2025 Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Coach TJ recounts the remarkable journey — from nail-biti...

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, communit...

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. Raja shares his journey from Juilliard to Carnegie Hall , his experiences performing around the world, and his bold mission to make arts education accessible to every chil...

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 decades of legal and lobbying experience, Rick has been at the center of Nevada’s law enforcement and political landscape. We explored his journey in founding NAPSO...

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 half, we shifted gears to the heart of Las Vegas’ Filipino community. Leaders Bernie Benito and Ron Sunbang joined us to talk about the exciting vision for Filipino To...

On this episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia , we welcome back Peter Guzman , President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce. From the big picture of Nevada’s economy to the spirit of Vintage Vegas , Peter shares his insights on small business resilience, community pride, and what lies ahead for Las Vegas as it continues to grow into a world-class city. We cover everything from leadership les...