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.

The Rise of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis

According to BNM's Pete Mundo, Ron DeSantis sounds an awful lot like someone who is gearing up for something bigger than “just” being the Governor of Florida.

News/Talk Could See a Migration of Hispanic Listeners

Now am I expecting a mad rush from Hispanics to right-leaning News Talk? No. But can a migration start to happen? Absolutely.

Broadcast of January 6th Hearings Could Learn a Thing from Radio Programmers

The made-for-TV event was being put together by former ABC News President James Goldston, a longtime television executive

Bringing Valuable Discussions While Navigating Through Tragedy

So, while having to deal with last week’s Uvalde mass shooting tragedy, what could local talk shows have done to bring value to the audience?

Gen Z Hasn’t Totally Turned Down the Dial on Radio

When we have an opportunity to prove to young people the value of live and local talk radio, we need to jump on it.

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”