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.

What the NFL Can Teach News/Talk Radio About Staying Relevant

It’s not good enough to just assume that ratings may not be as strong in non-election years.

Why Radio Hosts Can’t Ever Turn Down An Opportunity for Cross Promotion

In an era when radio companies aren't spending big money on billboards or, honestly, any other cross-promotional media opportunities, it is on the station and the talent to find those opportunities themselves.

NewsNation Town Hall Shows Potential of a Changing News Media Landscape

"There is other evidence to suggest that robust conversation between people of different viewpoints may be what people are seeking."

What Retiring ESPN Analyst Lee Corso Should Teach News/Talk Radio Hosts About Entertainment

Lee Corso didn't beat you over the head with his coaching knowledge despite spending 30 years on the sidelines. And it's not what he will be remembered for.

Should News/Talk Radio Reevaluate the Value of Listener Phone Calls?

One of radio’s competitive advantages over a podcast is its ability to be live and react in real time. The medium needs to use that to its advantage.

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Adam Schefter, ESPN Approaching Multi-Year Contract Extension

Schefter's last ESPN contract was worth roughly $9 million annually.

SiriusXM CEO Jennifer Witz: Our Podcast Strategy Runs Counter to Netflix

"Some other platforms are taking a more exclusive approach. We found that open distribution makes the most sense for creators."

iHeartMedia Signs FCC Consent Decree Over Payola Allegations

iHeartMedia has reached a Consent Decree with the FCC...

Ben Shapiro Pushes Back on Candace Owens Over Charlie Kirk Comments

"I've said repeatedly that Charlie and I weren't best friends. Maybe you were best friends with Charlie. Maybe not. I don’t know, nor do I care."