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.

News/Talk Radio Hosts Need to Remember It’s Ok to Act Your Age

This same strategy can apply to a story that may pre-date your time in the market where you’re hosting your show. Study up, but lean on those who know.

Sometimes in News/Talk Radio, It’s Better To Be Lucky Than Good

Everything can be content. And doing it in a way that's natural, not braggadocious, relatable, and fun for the audience is a fine line to walk, but an important one to try and achieve

News/Talk Radio Can Cover Stories in Ways Sports Can Only Wish For

While there’s no doubt media has become very niche in its approach in super-serving very segmented audiences, local radio can still win by having trusted, informed, and well-versed hosts...

News/Talk Radio Can Still Shine Despite Lack of Super Tuesday Competition

This will be a chance to focus on those and show your local chops while explaining to your audience why these races oftentimes matter even more than who is in the White House.

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.

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Fox News’ Steve Doocy Reveals His Incredible 2026 Travel Numbers

"I’ve learned one really important thing: You can’t take the pulse of America if you don’t talk to Americans. You’ve got to get on the ground, shake hands, ask questions, and then listen to the people."

ESPN Reportedly Sees Depth In Analyst Options For Monday Night Football

According to The Athletic, the pair had a heated booth argument on October 12 at SoFi Stadium following a reported one-hour conversation with Aikman and ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro."

ESPN’s Hannah Storm To Receive Gracies Icon Award

"Her groundbreaking career has earned the trust of audiences and opened doors for generations of women who see new possibilities because of those who came before them."

Margaret Brennan Denies Pushing Back on Bari Weiss’ CBS News Coverage

"No one who spoke at the network meeting opposed covering the campaign or story but rather exchanged ideas on how to do it."