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The Middle GroundNevada’s Tough Questions: Leadership, Education & The Future — Cannizzaro & Brooks on The Middle GroundOn today’s episode of The Middle Ground Radio Show, we welcomed two influential Nevada leaders for a dynamic hour of conversation centered on policy, leadership, and the future of our state.At 8:00 AM, Nevada Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro, now a candidate for Attorney General, joined us to break down the recent special legislative session, the challenges surrounding the film tax proposal, and the broader debates over crime and public safety. She shared candid reflections on what worked, what didn’t, and her vision for Nevada as she steps into a statewide camp...
2025-12-0853 minThe Middle GroundNicole Cannizzaro: From Majority Leader to Attorney General CandidateOn today’s episode of The Middle Ground, Tom Letizia sits down with Nevada Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro, who is now running for Attorney General of Nevada. Cannizzaro shares insights from her groundbreaking role as the first woman to lead the Nevada Senate, her work on public safety, education, and healthcare, and why she believes her prosecutorial background makes her the right fit for the Attorney General’s office.The conversation covers her leadership style, her legislative accomplishments, and her vision for protecting Nevadans’ rights and safety. Plus, listeners get a behind-the-scenes look a...
2025-09-2254 min
KELY 1230AM/98.5 FM News and Commentary9-10 News - Local Meetings, Cannizzaro to run for AGIn the Headlines:Sheriff's Report-Lund man arrested on Sex chargesCounty Commission, Ely City Council to meetForced password reset locks state employees out of their accountsEsmeralda County lithium mine seeks expansionSenate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro runs for Attorney GeneralPAC files to put redistricting commission, open primaries on 2026 ballotMexican national charged with illegal entryEly, Eureka, West Wendover on list of least visited cities in the stateGas price changesCaesars falls off S&P 500
2025-09-1007 minThe Middle GroundLeadership and Luxury: Nicole Cannizzaro and Chip Madsen Join Middle Ground RadioOn Middle Ground Radio, we’re joined by Nicole Cannizzaro, Nevada’s first female Majority Leader, to discuss her trailblazing journey, key legislative achievements, and her vision for Nevada’s future. Also joining us is Chip Madsen of IS Luxury, offering expert insights on Las Vegas’s evolving luxury real estate market, including the impact of California migration and upcoming trends in high-end living. It’s a compelling conversation blending leadership, policy, and market expertise.
2025-01-2353 min
Purple Politics Nevada with Lucia StarbuckNevada lawmakers outline new education, health care, housing, and environmental billsThe 120-day biennial session kicks off on February 3. Two years ago, Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo set a record with the number of bills he vetoed. He will again need to work with the Democratic-controlled legislature. With the session right around the corner, Purple Politics Nevada host Lucia Starbuck spoke to several lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to understand their education, healthcare, housing, and environmental bills.Tune in to the first episode of Season 3 to hear Sen. Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro’s promise to continue raises for public school teachers; Sen. Minority Leader Robin Titus’ goals to i...
2025-01-2226 min
Girl and The Gov, The PodcastNevada Politics, Abortion Access, & Career Building with NV State Senate Majority Leader, Nicole CannizzaroAll eyes are on the swing state of Nevada this episode because we brought on Nevada State Senate Majority Leader, Nicole Cannizzaro to chat all about the state’s politics, its purple reputation, and an issue that’s top of mind for voters – abortion. We discuss ballot measures, the inter-party politics, and how the state’s independent streak plays a role. Also central to our convo are the behind the scenes moments of being a state Senate Majority leader, career tips, and life with two kids, a husband, and several pets, including a cat named Jeff.NV...
2024-06-0637 min
Compassionate Las Vegas Podcast with Will RuckerUnderstanding Differences | Interview with Nicole Cannizzaro
2022-09-3023 min
Tradies In BusinessTIB275 How to Beat The Big Banks and Simplify Your Financial Affairs with Dan Cannizzaro from ParperaIt might come as a surprise to learn that the big banks in Australia aren't actually interested in your banking. Sounds like a bit of a riddle huh? Most of the banks in Australia make most of their money from lending, NOT from running business and savings accounts. This means they're not really creating or selling banking products that serve us, especially given the advances in cloud based tech and new financial products available. Dan Cannizzaro is the founder of an exciting new platform called Parpera which means "fair wallet" in Latin. Dan has spent half his life studying and...
2022-06-2045 min
Building Democracy: The Story of State LegislaturesBuilding Democracy: The Story of State Legislatures | Episode 6GuestsScott Bedke, speaker, Idaho House of RepresentativesNicole Cannizzaro, majority leader, Nevada State SenateJason Frierson, speaker, Nevada House of RepresentativesMargaret O’Brien, secretary, Michigan SenateTim Storey, executive director, NCSL
2022-01-1130 min
A608 After Hours(10-22-21) Nicole Cannizzaro is a Learning & Development Specialist at Alarm.com(10-22-21) Nicole Cannizzaro is a Learning & Development Specialist at Alarm.com, a home and business security company headquartered in northern Virginia where she focuses on employee engagement and culture.
We spoke with Nicole about her previous work on the transition to college and current thinking about organizing to learn vs. organizing to execute in an entrepreneurial setting.
2021-11-0344 min
NCSL PodcastsBuilding Democracy: The Story of State Legislatures | Episode 6Overview
NCSL’s Our American States podcast presents a special six-part series, “Building Democracy: The Story of Legislatures.” This new mini-series covers the history, characters and stories of state legislatures in America, from the beginnings in Jamestown, to the present day and into the future.
Each episode in the series will contain interviews with experts from inside and outside the legislative world to provide a comprehensive view of historical events and their legacy in today’s legislatures. Extras will include extended guest interview clips, articles in NCSL’s State Legislatures magazine, blogs and resources for those who...
2021-09-0130 min
Free to OffendBuilding some bizarre coalitions to get things done Despite being controlled by Democrats, the 2021 legislative session proved to be a graveyard for (largely bipartisan) criminal justice issues. Things got even worse when, in the last days of the session, Senate Majority Leader (and current Clark County Deputy District Attorney) Nicole Cannizzaro proposed a bill that looked more at home in Rudy Guilliani's "stop-and-frisk" New York City than a Democrat-run Nevada legislature. Executive Director of the ACLU of Nevada Athar Haseebullah joined the program to talk about how that bill resulted in opposition from a truly remarkable coalition of ideologically diverse groups—including the NRA, police...
2021-06-2946 min
Swiping SundayAll Logic Points To What Your Gut Tells YouIn this episode I'm able to share Ankit Sinha's story, which has traveled across the globe. Ankit grew up in Dubai and decided to go to college in Boston, found work in Manhattan, tried living in Tokyo, and eventually made it back again. But, upon his arrival, he was greeted with some absurd efforts by his university to help "acclimate" him as a foreigner in America. He shares what it's like to grow into foreign places, how he found and kept friendships, and the harsh truths that he had to face when being forced to leave the US. He...
2021-02-1447 minSwiping SundayCalling Your Therapist & Calling The CopsIn this episode I sit down with Sam* and discuss the traumas and growth that she’s gone through in the past years. We talk about recognizing your mental health issues, the stigmas or misconceptions around them, and the weight of it all, as two women who have dealt with depression. We also discuss the relationship that *Sam found herself in where physical abuse became something that she felt she couldn’t escape. *Sam admits some of the situations that she endured, the fears that seemed to continue to be reinforced by outsiders, the decision of an abortion, and her even...
2021-02-031h 09Swiping Sunday2020 Forced Me To Face MyselfIn this episode, I finally sat down to reflect on the past year of my life. I walk through the ways in which I've been able to transfer pain to progress, admit the embarrassing thing I used to wish for on every birthday, grazed the surface of my struggles living in Manhattan, and share with you how Swiping Sunday started and how it's impacted my life so greatly. I have always been one to feel everything very deeply, but I never actually went deep enough to figure out why. Being in quarantine, along with some other factors in my...
2021-01-1727 minSwiping SundayDating App Tactics, Relationship Check Ins & Romanticizing False RealitiesIn this episode, I sit down with Arianna Tong to discuss the trouble with dating apps, taking ownership and responsibility for your own feelings, and the importance of relationship check ins. Ari was once the spokesperson for Flutter Dating, a new kind of dating app that's main goal is to provide community style dating and be inclusive of the LGBTQ+ community, specific religions, and other groups that are typically underrepresented. Ari grew a huge community through sharing her research, advice, and relatability in her dating tip TikTok videos for the company. We both share how we've come to realize...
2020-12-2752 minSwiping SundayCollege In A Foreign Country & Approaching Life With A Positive MindsetIn this episode, I sit down with Gabriel Prado, cohost of the podcast Two Twenty-Somethings, to discuss his journey from Brazil to the U.S and back again. Gabe is 24 years old now and he opens up about the struggles he faced when coming here for college and chasing his dream to play volleyball, adjusting to the culture, having no home for the holidays, and what has kept him going throughout these past few years of life-changing scenarios: his approach. Throughout the episode you can see how motivated and dedicated Gabe is to his own future, his positive mindset...
2020-12-1342 minSwiping SundaySocial Media: FOMO, Comparison & ConnectionIn this episode, I sit down with Lara Wyatt, cohost of the podcast Two Twenty-Somethings, to discuss our experiences with social media. I'm 26 and Lara is 20, so we were introduced to very different social media platforms at very different times in our lives. I reminisce about MySpace’s “top 8,” while Lara reminds me of the Snapchat “top friends” that used to get us all into trouble. And I made my first Instagram post in college, while Lara was just 14 years old. But, together we realize the realities of social media that fall on all of our shoulders, from FOMO and compar...
2020-11-2936 minSwiping SundayHow To Win At The Dating Game & Live By Your Human DesignIn this episode, I sit down with Paige Michelle, a 33-year-old single mom who found fulfillment through living by Human Design and mastering her understanding of herself. The self-discovery she experienced between being fired from her waitressing job and creating a multimillion-dollar business, ended up changing her life and her outlook on dating. We discuss how vital it is to live based on your specific needs and desires, rather than the world's generalized ideas of them, and ensuring you're aware of your emotions in order to prevent yourself from projecting them onto anyone else. Paige shares her argument to...
2020-11-1554 minSwiping SundayWhat They Don't Tell You About Breast Cancer & The Importance of Being Your Own AdvocateIn this episode, I sit down with Carmela Fuca, a young woman who was just a few days away from her preventative mastectomy as a BRCA gene carrier when she found out that she was too late, and already had cancer. Carmela knows that people are already aware of breast cancer, but they’re not aware of the many preventative actions we should be taking, the added risks to some decisions within a journey with this disease, the many unexplained side effects that can occur, and so much more. We discuss the importance of being your own advocate and do...
2020-11-0153 minSwiping SundayThe Journey Of A Professional Ballerina & The Tragedy Of Losing Your MotherIn this episode, we get to hear a part of Nicole Delbene's incredible story. She talks about the highs and lows within the dance industry, as well as "dancer" becoming the main part of her identity. Nicole had her great dreams of becoming a professional ballerina come to fruition after decades of work, but eventually, there was an unfortunate turn of events that left her losing that sense of identity at the same time that she began to lose her mom to cancer. This story is about loss, of course, but it is also about strength. We walk through...
2020-10-181h 26Swiping SundayAcknowledging Your Part In Your Problems, Breaking Toxic Cycles, & Normalizing TherapyIn this episode, we address the toxic friendships and relationships that we've allowed into our lives in our past and explain how we've grown and learned from them, as well as the issues we've seen and started to resolve within ourselves. Unfortunately, most of us will experience toxicity in our lifetime, and in order to break away from those people or patterns, you'll need to acknowledge your relationship with yourself first. We talk about the importance of loving yourself so that you never allow unhealthy love into your life just for the sake of having it, and the reason...
2020-10-0458 minSwiping SundayLove Always, Alzheimer'sIn my first solo episode, I decided I needed to open up about the reality of living with and loving someone who is struggling with Alzheimer's. I admit that I have trouble talking about things like this in my life, things that I can't change. I take you through what my emotions were in a journal entry from 2017 compared to today, and I hopefully shed light on the realities of Alzheimer's that are often so hard to say out loud. I've realized that being vulnerable about the things that mean the most to you is hard, but necessary. If...
2020-09-2716 minSwiping SundayFinding What Guides You & A Personal Tarot Card ReadingIn this episode, I sit down with Kendrick, also known as the Providence Tarot, who after studying at Julliard and going through the typical struggles of finding yourself in your twenties, found his way to tarot. We walk through some of his childhood experiences before realizing his abilities, how he uses his connections with the spiritual world in his own life and relationships, and how he recommends someone approaches a reading for the first time. We all find our way through different motivators and guidance through the universe and while I'm going through some transitions and making tough decisions...
2020-09-2049 minSwiping SundayEscaping Emotional Abuse & Accepting The Love You Think You DeserveIn this episode I sit down with Allison Oswin, a 28-year-old woman who was brave enough to open up about her battle in an emotionally abusive marriage. She admits the realities of being gaslit, accepting the love you think you deserve, the red flags she notices looking back on it, and getting out There are people all over the world who deal with mental and emotional abuse in silence and just because there are no bruises, doesn't mean the pain isn't there. Luckily, Allison is on the other side of her relationship and we get to hear how she...
2020-09-131h 13Swiping SundayBeating Your Eating Disorder & Fighting Society's Stereotypes Of BeautyIn this episode, I sit down with Bella Hurlbut, an artist who commonly pairs her art with sincere words for those who are looking for a connection. Bella opens up about her struggle with an eating disorder and we both dive into the mental warfare that we've fell victim to when feeling the pressures of society's beauty standards. We admit how we've tried to make social media a safer place, when in reality it can quickly inflate the body image issues many of us already have, and Bella shares her advice to those who are coming to terms with...
2020-08-301h 07Swiping SundayDating Horror Stories, Clichés, How You'll Know It's "Your Person," & How Age Impacts LoveIn this episode, I sit down with Mike Dalia, a 27-year-old single guy who idealizes the Rom-Com fantasy just as much as me. We get each other's perspective on dating situations we've been in and admit to wondering how we'll know when it's really the right time for us. Typically, I'd assume men and women have different struggles, but we took comfort in realizing that some of the things we hate most about the "dating game," happen on both sides. We react to the many clichés we've all heard, and while we don't agree on everything, we make s...
2020-08-231h 30Swiping SundayChoosing Passion Over Popularity, The Importance Of Articulating Your Goals & Just Going For ItIn this episode, I sit down with Joe Picard who has been performing since the day we met in elementary school. We talk about what it’s really like to chase your dream, move to California alone, and maintain your authenticity through the many ups and downs that come with following your passions. Joe has made a life for himself that he’s proud of, but he won’t deny the battles that will continuously arise as you progress. He has found his bandmates, worked on an Emmy nominated Hulu show, and still remains unbothered by the numbers and the ma...
2020-08-161h 07Swiping SundayThe Truth About Hackers, Cyber Security, and How to Protect Yourself OnlineOur generation is constantly connected, but most of us probably aren't protected. An old friend of mine who has made his career in hacking and finding vulnerabilities for major companies and corporations, came on to tell us all the tips and tricks we should be aware of when connecting, whether that be in person, or through our phones and computers, every day. He'll surprise you on how you could be putting yourself at risk with your phone, laptop, apps, emails, webcams, microphone, dating apps, and passwords.
2020-08-0955 minSwiping SundayTwo Dates Later: Ignoring The Rules, Talking About Trust, and The Differences Between British and American WomenAlmost two years ago, I went on two dates with the guest of this week's episode. He and I hit it off immediately, but the timing was not on our side. After our two dates, his visit back home to the U.K turned into a more permanent move and we haven't seen each other since. We ended up staying in touch anyway and have been able to reexamine why we connected so well during this episode. Along with getting vulnerable about the reality of insecurities, trust issues, dating rules, therapy, and the differences he sees in the USA v...
2020-08-021h 10Swiping SundayMy Best Friend, Part 2: Romantic Goals, Living to Travel, and Sex Without EmotionsFriends with benefits end up boring me without real connection, while he can remain unattached through months on end - is this just a male vs. female thing? In part two of the conversation with my best friend, we open up about the romantic lives we've had and want to have, the way that traveling has changed our lives, and the differences in the way that we think and live (logically vs. emotionally). I admit what it's like being "one of the guys," and he admits what he misses about a relationship.
2020-07-2659 minSwiping SundayMy Best Friend, Part 1: The Reality of Moving to Manhattan, Roommates, Success, and A Platonic RelationshipMy best friend is a guy. We've known each other forever and had a lot of topics we wanted to hash out. So, in part one of this dialogue, we touch on everything that we went through in moving to Manhattan and strengthening our friendship. We get honest about the relationship we have, the struggles and triumphs we went through when moving to Manhattan, how roommates impact our life, and how we define success. All of these things end up leading to the conversation about our exes and what we want in life, which will bubble over in part...
2020-07-1939 minSwiping SundayDating Insecurities, Waiting to Have Sex and Being Friends With Exes With Mike ZacchioIn this episode, we talk about all things dating. The theme of this conversation comes down to being vulnerable and respecting your partner. We talk about insecurities, Instagram, dating apps, friends of the opposite sex, and whether or not it matters when you decide to have sex with someone new. If you take anything away from this episode I hope that it's to never settle and to always be open and honest. You never know who's waiting right around the corner for you.
2020-07-121h 14Swiping SundayTraveling The World For A Year, Being Single In The City, and Feeling Like You're Starting Over at 31 Years OldOn this episode of Swiping Sunday, I sit down with Milena Stancati, a woman who seems to have it all. And while she is an incredibly independent successful woman, she admits to us the struggles she's dealt with in love, career, and travel. But, also proves that she'll never stop going for it all. Milena has traveled all over the world on a trip called Remote Year, where she took her job on the road and woke up in a new city every week. She put relationships on hold and has referred to herself as the modern-day girl from 27...
2020-07-0555 min
Daily Mike DropSwiping struggles and dating during quarantine (with Nicole Cannizzaro)Almost everyone has experiences with (or at least feelings about) dating apps in 2020, especially now that they are pretty much the only way to date during a global pandemic.
Swiping Sunday writer and podcast host Nicole Cannizzaro joined the show to talk apps, how to approach women, expressing your feelings, and much more. You can follow Nicole's podcast and writing on Instagram at @SwipingSunday.
1:25: Nicole Cannizzaro joins the show
6:50: Why the name Swiping Sunday?
9:15: Do you feel like you “missed out” on anything in college by being in relationships?
12:00: What are your feel...
2020-07-0359 minSwiping SundayWeight Loss, Losing a Loved One and Maintaining ConnectionsIn this episode, Paul Pironi joins Swiping Sunday. We talk about everything from refusing to use dating apps, losing weight to change your life, and the heartache of losing a parent.
2020-06-281h 07Swiping SundayRacism, the Reality and the HistoryI sit down with my friends, Trudy Evans and Jordan Greene, to open up about the heartache amongst the black community which we've all become more aware of recently. We have a necessary conversation about the history and reality of black lives in hopes to inspire us to all work and educate ourselves to be better allies against racism. Because this is such a sensitive topic and I want to ensure that this is impactful, I've structured this episode differently than most, but hopefully, it can help, even one person, see a new perspective and ignite the change we...
2020-06-221h 03Swiping SundayMy Sister: Pregnant At 22, Balancing It All As An Independent Mom, and Tipsy Rants on Growing Up Together.My sister and I might have had a drink or two and forgot we were recording at times throughout this episode. I debated not publishing it after realizing we both went on some unexpected rants while in the moment, but if I want to use this platform to connect, I think this is exactly what I’m supposed to be sharing. We talk about everything from giving birth to being scared of death, divorce and depression, childhood triggers, and having rough patches in our friendship, how different we are as sisters, and most importantly, how she does it all as...
2020-06-011h 21Swiping SundayMy Cousin Frankie: Quarantine, DMs, and Figuring Yourself OutIn this episode, I virtually sit down with my cousin Frankie and try to get deep while we're stuck in our childhood bedrooms as adults again during quarantine. We talk about everything from his adoption of the "keto guido" nickname, dating apps and how they work in college, COVID-19, finding friends, and finding yourself amidst the pressure of finding a major in college.
2020-05-2554 min
Swiping SundayThis is Swiping Sunday, Episode 0Every Sunday I hope to share, deepen, or create a connection through this podcast while creating a community with all of you. Because genuine human connection is the most valuable thing in life and I think our generation needs some more of it. It's easy to skate through life with surface-level relationships, and some people are fine with that, but I'm not. I feed off of other people's energy, I thrive when I'm in healthy relationships, I love talking about the things that really matter in life, and I want to do something with my life that actually brings...
2020-05-1501 min