On this episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Jhone Ebert, Superintendent of the Clark County School District, the fifth-largest school district in the nation. They discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Nevada’s public schools, including teacher recruitment, academic recovery, digital learning, and the importance of community involvement in education.

From innovative magnet programs to rising graduation rates, Jhone shares her vision for preparing Nevada’s students for a rapidly changing world. It’s an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at the leadership needed to guide one of the country’s most diverse and dynamic school districts.

In this unforgettable episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with actor and storyteller Gianni Russo, best known for his role as Carlo Rizzi in The Godfather. From working with legends like Marlon Brando and Al Pacino, to real-life brushes with the mob and running his iconic State Street restaurant in Las Vegas, Gianni shares candid stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and reflections from a life lived at the intersection of Hollywood and the underworld.

On this episode of Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Clark County Commissioner April Becker, who has uncovered a troubling misuse of public funds. Shortly after taking office, Becker learned that $10 million allocated to her district was already spent—with nearly $8 million redirected to the Commission Chairman’s district without a public vote or transparency.

Commissioner Becker shares the story, the facts she’s uncovered, and why this issue raises serious concerns about internal politics, fiscal oversight, and public trust in local government.