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.

In News/Talk Radio, Sometimes It’s Ok to Break the Format

Sometimes, it's ok to skip a break or two if the content is so compelling that you know your listeners can't get enough.

Super Bowl Biggest Opportunity for News/Talk to Flip the Script

The Super Bowl remains the last television product Americans are guaranteed to watch together and then talk about the next morning around the water cooler.

Taylor Swift Has Opened The Door For News/Talk to Buck Old Stereotypes

It’s a chance to show off our pop culture knowledge, embrace the top pop culture story of the year, lean into the football angle and prove to the listeners across our cities that we aren’t one-trick ponies reading Presidential polls.

Think Like a Radio Listener When Booking Guests

Thinking about the guest booking process through the ears of the listener will help weed out what really moves the needle.

Too Much Election Talk Could Be The Wrong Play For Talk Radio in 2024

On the talk radio buffet in 2024, don’t fill up on one dish. There’s plenty to go around.

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Tom Corson Elevated to WMG Chief Operating Officer

"One of the most dynamic, respected, and effective executives in the music business."

Audacy to Shut Down 840 KXNT in September

"This wasn’t an easy decision.”

Chris Carlin: CBS Sports Possibly Attempting To Get Out Of Contract With Tony Romo

"Is Tony Romo ever going to call its game again for CBS? I think if you asked them today, their preference is no, and they would like to get out."

Spotify Campaign Lift AI Tool Justifies Discovery Mode Royalties

"Discovery Mode has drawn criticism as streaming payola since launch."