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 Needs an ‘Influencer’ Presence on Social Media

BNM's Pete Mundo writes that News Talk needs to get into the influencer game and have its brands have a presence on social media.

Cumulus Media Stood Up For Ben Shapiro

To the credit of Cumulus Media (in full disclosure, my employer), they stood up for one of their own (Daily Wire is partnered with Westwood One) and cut ties with the Podcast Movement

Radio Can Only Offer a Unique Personality

And the good news for News Talk is that personalities are exactly what the format provides.

Active Social Media Presence is Part of the Radio Host Job

BNM's Pete Mundo is still shocked when I see that there are hosts in major markets who have almost zero social media presence.

Vin Scully Weaving Conversation Made Him Well-Rounded

Scully was part of the best broadcasters that know how to use that extra pause for added emphasis and let a story breathe for a moment.

Breaking

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."