Pete Mundo

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Pete Mundo is a weekly columnist for Barrett Media, and the Vice President of News/Talk for Cumulus Media, while also hosting "Mundo in the Morning" and programming KCMO Talk Radio in Kansas City. Previously, he was a fill-in host nationally on FOX News Radio and CBS Sports Radio, while anchoring for WFAN, WCBS News Radio 880, and Bloomberg Radio. He’s also the owner of the Big 12-focused digital media outlet Heartland College Sports. To interact, find him on X @PeteMundo.

Why the 2026 NBA Finals Matter to Every Radio Format, Not Just Sports

It's a story that has far exceeded the bounds of a great sports moment.

Clay Travis Exposes the Perception Problem Hurting News/Talk Radio

As an industry, we need to realize that a rising tide lifts all boats. Many shows and stations are where they need to be with their digital game, but many are still well behind the curve.

What the NFL Schedule Release Teaches News/Talk Radio About Content

Outside of Election Day, there are very few tentpole moments that are built, teased, and anticipated days or weeks in advance. However, the material exists. We just need to find it and be prepared for it, because the institutions themselves aren't going to hype it up.

Why Radio’s Local News Numbers Should Silence the Doom-and-Gloom Crowd

I'm not saying this removes any concerns that persist, but it is also a clear sign that the narrative of radio as dead simply isn't grounded in reality.

2026 Midterms: What News/Talk Radio Hosts Need to Know and Remember

As we get set for this silly, but oftentimes entertaining season, there are a few things to keep in mind.

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Paramount Skydance Acquisition Of Warner Bros. Discovery Reportedly Approved By Justice Department

"According to reporting by Politico, the DOJ approved the deal without requiring divestitures, behavioral remedies, or concessions."

FOX Sports’ FIFA World Cup Opening Match Draws Record 6.3 Million Viewers

"Mexico's 2-0 victory over South Africa drew 6,309,000 viewers on Thursday. That total makes it the most-watched Men's Opening Match and non-USMNT FIFA World Cup Group Stage telecast in English-language U.S. history."

Big Country 104.9 Launches Yacht Big Country Weekend Format Shake-Up

"This is part of our dare to be different initiative that we hope all of radio will re-embrace,"

2026 Political Advertising to Reach Record $11.6 Billion, AdImpact Forecast Shows

The revised estimate would make the cycle the most expensive on record and represents a 4% increase compared to the 2024 presidential election.