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.

Is the Current Debate Format the Best We Can Do?

It’s time to take a hard look at the process and rather than do what’s in the best interest for us in the media, do better for the American people.

Sports Media Found Itself in the Center of the Left vs Right Debate

As media fragmentation continues, alternate employment options are becoming more plentiful in some cases, especially for high-quality talent.

Chances of Cancel Culture All Too Familiar For News/Talk Hosts

It used to be angry “listeners” who might try to get hosts in the format suspended or fired. Factor in social media, and it’s a whole new world for people to try and use cancel culture against those they disagree with. 

Fox News Scored the TV Event of the Year With DeSantis vs Newsom

We’re long overdue for this type of discourse because, unfortunately, real political debate is mostly dead in this country.

Back the Blue is a Common Sense Approach For News/Talk Stations

While living in such a bizarre time is not beneficial for society at large, it could be good for your station and show. 

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"Too many stations treat the summer months like a maintenance cycle"

Why Jaclyn DeAugustino Is An Emerging Star Hosting CBS Sports HQ Spotlight

"One of DeAugustino’s strengths as an interviewer is knowing when not to talk. She actually listens to what a guest is saying, reacts visually, and then follows up based on the previous answer. It might sound simple, but when done well, it is sports media high art."

FOX Sports Reportedly Keeping Score of ESPN’s FIFA World Cup Coverage Deserves A Giant Red Card

"If FOX Sports wants validation, it doesn't need to look any further than the numbers. Viewership is soaring, social engagement is exploding, and the World Cup is breaking through with American audiences in ways few could have imagined. That's the victory."

How Collette Turns Radio Talent Into Travel Ambassadors — and Revenue Drivers

"Travel demand is off the charts, and we don't see it slowing down."