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
On this episode of The Tom Letizia Show: The Middle Ground, we welcome two dynamic voices from Nevada’s judiciary. At 8:00 AM, District Court Judge Tierra Jones shares her perspective from the criminal bench, discussing high-profile cases, the importance of fairness in sentencing, and how the courts can balance justice with compassion. At 8:30 AM, Family Court Judge Mari Parlade joins us to talk about the critical role family court...
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Show, we welcomed two distinguished guests from the District Court. Judge Sunny Bailey joined us to discuss the unique challenges and successes of the Family Division, while Judge Danielle Pieper offered her perspective from the Civil and Criminal Division.
Together, we explored the state of Nevada’s courts, the need for additional judges, how the judiciary balances independence with evolving ...
On this episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia (September 25, 2025), we kick things off at 8 AM with Nick Bogdanovich, veteran oddsmaker from Boomer’s Sportsbook. Nick brings his decades of experience in Las Vegas sports betting to break down the week’s biggest games, offering insights that only a seasoned oddsmaker can deliver.
At 8:30 AM, we shift gears into the courtroom with Patrick Kang and Adam Gill of Ace Law Group. Th...
On this episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia sits down with Virginia Valentine, President & CEO of the Nevada Resort Association and former City Manager of Las Vegas and Clark County Manager.
Virginia shares her unique perspective on Nevada’s most important industry and her own career in shaping Las Vegas during pivotal moments. She reflects on her early days at City Hall, working with Mayor Jan Jones and later n...
On today’s Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia sits down with Sallie Doebler, CEO of the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, to explore how the Fund is transforming lives across our community. Sallie shares the history of the Mayor’s Fund and explains its unique independence from the City while working in partnership to tackle major challenges.
She highlights impactful programs such as Animals at the Courtyard, Youth Workforce Develo...
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Nevada Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro, who is now running for Attorney General of Nevada. Cannizzaro shares insights from her groundbreaking role as the first woman to lead the Nevada Senate, her work on public safety, education, and healthcare, and why she believes her prosecutorial background makes her the right fit for the Attorney General’s office.
The...
Stephen Bates is a Professor of Journalism & Media Studies at UNLV, specializing in First Amendment law, freedom of the press, and media ethics. A Harvard-trained lawyer and accomplished author, his 2020 book An Aristocracy of Critics: Luce, Hutchins, Niebuhr, and the Committee That Redefined Freedom of the Press won Harvard’s prestigious Goldsmith Prize. Bates has written for The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Slate...
In the first half of today’s show, we sat down with Nick Bogdanovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook to break down this week’s biggest NFL and college football matchups. Nick shared his expert insights on where the lines are moving, which teams look sharp, and what to watch heading into the weekend.
In the second half, we shifted gears for an inspiring conversation with Marla Letizia and Dr. Jean Bokelmann about their brand-new book on lon...
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia sits down with Sydney Knott, President/CEO & Founder of Horses4Heroes, Inc. 🐎 🇺🇸. Sydney shares her inspiring journey from launching Horses4Heroes on a one-acre ranch with her daughters to leading a nationally recognized nonprofit that provides affordable horse programs for veterans, first responders, teachers, and healthcare heroes.
We also discuss the upcoming ...
On this episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom and Russell Letizia sit down with Las Vegas entrepreneur, Marine veteran, author, and survivor Ron Coury. From battling political corruption in the early days of Las Vegas business, to staring down a life-threatening cancer diagnosis, Coury’s story is one of grit, integrity, and perseverance. His memoir Tenacity captures a lifetime of lessons on standing your ground, never compro...
On this episode of Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we sit down with Aaron Sheets, CEO of HopeLink of Southern Nevada, one of the state’s most impactful nonprofits dedicated to preventing homelessness. Aaron shares how HopeLink has grown its services by 1,600% since 2018, why prevention costs a fraction of managing homelessness, and the critical role community partnerships play in keeping Nevada families, seniors, and children in th...
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with veteran political journalist Steve Sebelius for an in-depth conversation spanning national headlines and Nevada politics.
The show opens with breaking developments in the Charlie Kirk shooting investigation, including this morning’s press conference confirming a suspect’s arrest. Sebelius and Letizia explore the crucial legal question of whether the case will remain...
🏈 Odds, Health, and Politics Without Spin – Nick Bogdanovich & Brandon Donofrio on The Middle Ground
On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show – The Middle Ground, Tom sits down with two dynamic guests. At 8:00 AM, veteran oddsmaker Nick Bogdanovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook breaks down the week’s biggest matchups and gives insight into how the betting world sees the action. At 8:30 AM, Brandon Donofrio, owner of Las Vegas Weight Loss Center, joins the conversation to share how his center is helping people transform their lives th...
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Roth, M.D., founder of Las Vegas Plastic Surgery and a proud Vegas native. Dr. Roth shares stories of growing up in Las Vegas during the late ’70s, reflects on the city’s transformation, and explains how his career took him from academic training at USC and UCSF back home to become one of the nation’s leading plastic surgeons. The conversation explores ...
On today’s episode of the Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom and Russell Letizia sit down with Guy Nohra — entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and 2022 Nevada gubernatorial candidate.
From surviving the Lebanese Civil War as a teenager, to co-founding Alta Partners, one of the most successful biotech venture capital firms in the world, Guy shares his incredible journey of resilience, leadership, and perspective.
He opens up about:
- Lesson...
On today’s episode of Middle Ground Radio, Tom and Russell Letizia sit down with Gianni Russo, the man the world knows as Carlo Rizzi from The Godfather. Russo opens up about life before Hollywood, surviving polio, his unexpected path to landing a role in one of the greatest films of all time, and the behind-the-scenes tensions that made his scenes unforgettable. Beyond The Godfather, he shares personal stories of Sinatra, Marilyn ...
On today’s Tom Letizia Show, we welcomed two inspiring voices shaping the future of health and living. Dr. Ryon Parker, founder of Parker Medical, shared how concierge medicine is redefining healthcare by bringing back the personalized touch of the small-town doctor while integrating modern, preventative care. Marla Letizia, founder of the Long-Life Era®, spoke about building a mindset for vibrant living, purposeful aging, and the ...
On today’s episode of The Tom Letizia Show: The Middle Ground, we kicked things off with veteran oddsmaker Nick Bogdanovich from Boomer’s Sportsbook. Nick shared insider insights on the biggest games this week—from Thursday Night Football to college matchups and the NFL slate for Sunday and Monday night. His decades of experience in sports betting gave listeners an “inside the lines” look at the trends and odds shaping the week ahe...
On this episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Tom Letizia sits down with Lori Heeren, Executive Director of the Nevada SPCA, to talk about the critical role the organization plays in Southern Nevada. Lori shares the unique difference between the community-funded, no-kill Nevada SPCA and the county-contracted Animal Foundation, explaining how their independent model relies entirely on local donations and volunteers.
The conversati...
On today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson joins us to discuss his announcement to run for re-election, the encouraging decline in violent crime rates both nationally and locally, and why traffic fatalities remain a troubling exception. We cover recent high-profile cases, including the multi-agency sting that led to eight arrests for luring minors online, the controversy surroun...
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