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 News/Talk Radio Needs Its Own Old School vs. New School Debate

As has been written about and discussed plenty on Barrett Media and elsewhere this week regarding the sports radio wars between the "old school"...

Radio’s Reach Is Real — Here’s How Not to Waste It

This data doesn't mean we can take our foot off the pedal when it comes to expanding our brand across various digital platforms.

March Madness Meets Midterms: How News/Talk Can Steal Sports Radio’s Playbook

​How can we take advantage in news/talk with content and/or listener-engaging events that can engage beyond the die-hard political base? Think about how sports are able to hyper-engage their audience and grab the casual sports fans.

News/Talk Can Learn Something From Don Lemon, Tucker Carlson, and Stephen A. Smith

"Whether you’re left or right, in news or sports, love or hate each of the personalities listed above. If you set your bias aside, you can learn something from every one of them."

The NFL Rolled the Dice — and News/Talk Radio Should Pay Attention

Trying new voices, testing digital opportunities, taking chances on content that may not be perceived as “traditional” in the News/Talk space, and experimenting with imaging, bumpers, and liners are all logical steps.

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99.1 The Sports Animal Adds Eric Cain with Tyler Ivens in Afternoon Drive

Eric Cain is headed to afternoon drive on 99.1...

ESPN SVP John Lasker to Retire After 27 Years

"John has been at the forefront of nearly every major iteration and evolution of our streaming business, shaping how fans access and experience ESPN content in the digital age."

Devan Kaney Joins FOX 32 in Chicago Following Philadelphia Eagles Radio Exit

Kaney quickly found a prominent television opportunity after an unexpected exit from Philadelphia.

Every 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit Session Drops Today on YouTube

"If you log on to our YouTube channel, search 2026 Barrett Media Audio Summit under our videos followed by the name of each session."