Bernie and Sid

On this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid discusses his unwavering support for Curtis Sliwa in the New York mayoral race, despite planned meetings with competitors Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams coming up for the morning show host. Sid also delves into serious allegations against former President Barack Obama, accused of treasonous actions, a possible Senate run for Lara Trump, and the death of heavy metal rock star Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76. Frank Morano, Joe Benigno, Curtis Sliwa, Lara Trump, Alan Dershowitz & Scott LoBaido join Sid on this hump day installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott LoBaido, the Relentless Patriot, calls in for his weekly Wednesday morning appearance to rant about his most recent piece depicting Mayor Eric Adams and Candidate Zohran Mamdani as destructive influences on New York City, while advocating for Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Dershowitz, lawyer & former law professor, calls into the program to discuss the allegations of treason against Barack Obama, explaining the stringent legal definitions suggesting that while Obama may have violated his oath of office, treason is not an appropriate term. Dershowitz then moves to his departure from the Democratic Party due to its political actions against Israel and how it handles figures like Columbia lead anti-Semite Mahmoud Khalil, before he comments on the unconstitutionality of judges' decisions in appointing executive positions like U.S. Attorneys, emphasizing the importance of separation of powers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lara Trump, Fox News Host & daughter-in-law of President Donald Trump, joins the show to address speculation about her running for Thom Tillis' Senate seat in North Carolina, before she dives into the alleged sabotage by Obama and Clinton's camps against President Trump, and discusses the importance of accountability in politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curtis Sliwa, Republican running for Mayor of New York City, joins Sid live in-studio to talk about Congressman Mike Lawler's decision not to run for governor, which could ease Elise Stefanik's path to candidacy, before he delves into his opponents in the Mayoral race Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo, recounting his experiences and disagreements with them and his unique relationship with Cuomo and the controversies surrounding Adams, including his stance on marijuana legalization and association with controversial figures. Sliwa defends his Guardian Angels beret, representing years of dedication to New York City's safety, amid calls from potential Sliwa supporters for him to remove the iconic hat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports radio personality Joe Benigno calls into the program to discuss the legacy of the Washington Redskins and his disdain for the new team name, the Commanders, after President Trump said earlier this week that he wants the franchise to return to their roots. Benigno also covers the New York Giants' and New York Jets' training camps getting underway and potential quarterback changes down the road for both franchises, before he criticizes modern baseball management and players' performances, particularly those on his New York Mets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Morano, Councilman of the New York City Council for the 51st district, joins Sid to discuss his proposed 'Wendy's Law,' aimed at reforming the city's abusive guardianship system and named in honor of television personality Wendy Williams and her current battle with her guardianship, before he delves into New York City politics, the influence of big-name supporters for various candidates in the Mayoral race, and the importance of nominating Republican judges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Tuesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, the show kicks off with discussions about the current NYC mayoral race, with Sid advocating for Curtis Sliwa over other candidates Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo. Sid criticizes recent crime policies and sanctuary city status under Adams' leadership, later discussing a new PAC aimed at highlighting the flaws of candidate Zohran Mamdani. Sid also provides insights into the Bryan Kohberger and P. Diddy legal cases and discusses former President Obama's potential treasonous behavior, before he covers the debate over bringing back the Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians team names. Anne Donnelly, Brian Kilmeade, Bo Dietl, Gregg Jarrett, Joe Theismann & Michael Goodwin join Sid on this Tuesday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NY Post Columnist Michael Goodwin calls into the program to discuss the ongoing New York City mayoral race, covering the shortcomings and campaign strategies of candidates such as Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani and Curtis Sliwa. Goodwin agrees that the race is atypical with multiple candidates competing beyond the primary, highlighting voter discontent with failed politicians and the lack of a unified focus on core issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Theismann, former starting quarterback and Super Bowl Champion for the formerly known Washington Redskins, calls into the show to talk about his thoughts on the team's name change to Commanders, and his life after football, including his business ventures and philanthropic efforts. Theismann expresses his pride in being a Redskin and reflects on his experiences playing football, his unforeseen career-ending injury, and his subsequent success in various industries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gregg Jarrett, Fox News Legal Analyst, calls into the show to touch upon the handling of sentencing in the case of Bryan Kohberger, who committed multiple murders in Idaho, expressing concerns over the lack of a death penalty, before he moves on to the upcoming sentencing of P. Diddy, analyzing the legal proceedings and potential outcomes, thereafter delving into accusations of treason against President Barack Obama, exploring the roles of key figures like James Comey, John Brennan, and Hillary Clinton in alleged political conspiracies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Red Apple Podcast Host Bo Dietl calls in for his weekly Tuesday morning rant to voice his frustration with the current mayor Eric Adams and announcing the formation of a political action committee aimed at opposing candidate Zohran Mamdani, before he covers public safety concerns, the mishandling of city funds, and federal versus local law enforcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anne Donnelly, the current and 17th District Attorney of Nassau County, calls into the program to talk about the upcoming county election and her incumbent administration's effectiveness in maintaining safety and reducing crime. Donnelly refutes claims made by her opponent, Nicole Aloise, who states that crime is up by 44%, criticizing Aloise's plan to employ convicted criminals and notes the importance of prioritizing victims of crime, not the criminals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WABC Brian Kilmeade joins Sid to tackle President Trump's achievements, controversies surrounding sports team names like the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Guardians, and a critique of political correctness. Kilmeade discusses Trump's overall influence on sports, local issues on Long Island, and problems in California, including high taxes and corporate exodus, splicing into topics like Hunter Biden's controversial interview and potential future political dynamics involving figures like Kamala Harris and Eric Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid returns to his host chair at WABC's Manhattan studios after a week away in Europe. He covers the latest crime investigation by the NYPD involving a Customs and Border Protection officer who was shot, before he transitions into a heated mayoral race discussion featuring Curtis Sliwa and his political journey. Sid also dives into national politics, discussing the looming prison sentence of former Congressman and now convicted felon George Santos, the health of President Trump and the rising use of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, In-N-Out Burger moving from California to Tennessee, among the usual personal anecdotes and in-depth political analysis throughout. Curtis Sliwa, John Chell, Kaz Daughtry, Charles Gasparino, John Catsimatidis, George Santos & Dr. Marc Siegel join Sid on this Monday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Marc Siegel, clinical professor of medicine & a Fox News contributor, calls into the show to discuss President Trump's health, dispelling rumors about his leg condition, and contrasting it with the lack of transparency in the Biden administration. Additionally, Dr. Siegel touches on the success and controversies surrounding In-N-Out Burger, specifically its lack of veggie options. The conversation also explores the rising trend of non-obese individuals using GLP-1 medications for minor weight loss and the potential risks associated with such practices, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes and exercising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Catsimatidis, owner & operator of Red Apple Media, joins Sid for his weekly Monday morning appearance to talk about Mayoral candidates Curtis Sliwa and Andrew Cuomo, among other issues related to the New York City mayoral race, and concerns about fair voting. Other topics include international travel plans, potential acquisitions of new airplanes, and ethical concerns about killing ostriches in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Economic journalist Charles Gasparino calls in to touch upon the firing of Stephen Colbert from CBS due to financial losses and perceived bias, speculating on the impact of regulatory considerations involving Trump. Gasparino extends to criticisms of other late-night hosts like Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon, emphasizing the financial pressures on linear TV and the changing media landscape. Charlie then shifts to local New York City politics, where he advocates for Curtis Sliwa's mayoral candidacy, highlighting Sliwa's potential and historical contributions through the Guardian Angels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NYPD Chief of Department John Chell & NYPD Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kaz Daughtry run a tag-team operation live in-studio with Sid, to discuss the crime issues in Central Park and the deployment of drones as one of the solutions, shifting to a discussion about the sanctuary city policies and their consequences, highlighting cases of violent crimes committed by migrants who had been previously apprehended and released. The NYPD brass also emphasizes the importance of cooperation between local authorities and federal agencies in tackling public safety threats, touching on the achievements of the NYPD and the current administration's efforts in improving the city's safety, despite public skepticism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Congressman and now convicted felon, George Santos, calls in to talk about his impending prison sentence and reflects on his mistakes. Santos talks about his mental state, addressing rumors about suicide and expressing remorse for his actions. Despite fears of prison life, he hopes for a future second chance. He also touches on his interactions with political colleagues and opinions on upcoming political races. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, WABC News anchor Noam Laden fills in for Sid on the morning show host's last day on vacation this week, alongside Red Apple Media owner & operator John Catsimatidis who later joins Noam in-studio. The pair discuss the latest updates in the New York City mayoral race, featuring candidates like Andrew Cuomo, Curtis Sliwa, and Zohran Mamdani, before they delve into President Trump's recent health scare involving leg swelling, inspiring stories and details about Shriners Children's work in treating children with complex medical conditions, among other political and social issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa calls into the program to discuss his campaign strategies, including reaching out to millennials and Gen Z voters, and highlighting his collaboration with state GOP chair Ed Cox. He emphasizes his commitment to reducing the city's budget and relying on experts for his administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Cox, chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, calls into the show to discuss his unique wedding story; he married Richard Nixon's daughter, Tricia, in the Rose Garden of the White House in 1971, before he delves into the NYC mayoral race, highlighting Curtis Sliwa as the GOP's preferred candidate. Cox emphasizes Sliwa's experience and moderate fiscal approach to tackle New York City's budget issues, crime, and housing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Defense Attorney Joe Tacopina joins the show for his weekly Friday morning appearance to discuss his latest legal victory involving a decorated Yonkers Police Sergeant falsely indicted due to political vendetta. Tacopina also touches on the upcoming New York City mayoral race, highlighting candidates like Curtis Sliwa and Jim Walden, and discussing electability and campaign dynamics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

K.T. McFarland, former Deputy National Security Advisor, calls in for her weekly Friday morning hit to talk about global political issues with a focus on Ukraine and Russia. McFarland outlines President Trump's multifaceted strategy to resolve the Ukraine conflict and highlights the role of energy policies in funding Russia's aggression, before she touches upon the implications of high oil prices, U.S.-India relations regarding oil, and the historical context of oil embargoes. McFarland also discusses the Jeffrey Epstein case, advocating for transparency and the release of all related files. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Peter Michalos, a leading MD based in Southampton, NY, joins the program to discuss reports about the president experiencing leg swelling, explaining that the president's condition, chronic venous insufficiency, is common and not related to heart issues. Dr. Michalos also touches on Alzheimer's prevention strategies, stressing the importance of maintaining good blood pressure, dental health, and blood sugar control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuart Sullivan, the Chief Philanthropy Officer for Shriners Children's, joins John Catsimatidis & Noam Laden live in-studio to provide an overview of the organization, which was established in 1922 to combat the polio epidemic and now operates 21 locations treating 140,000 children annually. Shriners Children's focuses exclusively on pediatric care, specializing in advanced orthopedics, burn care, and cleft lip and palate treatment, regardless of the family's ability to pay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, James Flippin fills in for the great morning show host alongside Curtis Sliwa and John Catsimatidis and later on in the program former Governor David Paterson. The squad discusses the NYC mayoral race, focusing on candidates Zohran Mamdani, Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa, before they delve into the Jeffrey Epstein files and the need for transparency, the AI Summit in Pittsburgh, animal rights in Canada, and China's political landscape under Xi Jinping. Ed Cox, George Borello, Nicole Malliotakis, Charles Gasparino, Bill O'Reilly, Judge Richard Weinberg & Gordon Chang join the show on this Friday-eve installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Borello, New York State Senator, calls into the show to discuss his critical views on Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani after his trip to D.C. yesterday, emphasizing Mamdani's lack of qualifications and radical economic ideas. Borello warns that Mamdani's potential policies, which he describes as Marxist, could severely harm the city's economy. He also highlights concerns about one-party rule in New York State and the diminishing influence of moderate Democrats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gordon Chang, author & geopolitics expert, joins the show to touch upon the apparent loss of control by President Xi Jinping over China's military and the internal strife within the Chinese Communist Party following the purging of key supporters, also delving into the economic challenges China faces, exacerbated by Trump's tariffs and declining global receptiveness to Chinese exports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WABC Music Radio Host Cousin Brucie calls in to recognize the recently deceased singer Connie Francis, highlighting her career, kind nature, and significant impact on music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WABC Host Bill O'Reilly calls in for his weekly Thursday morning hit to talk about the New York Mayor's race, opinions on the Epstein case, and the perception of media reporting. O'Reilly critiques Mayor Adams and Andrew Cuomo while highlighting the political landscape surrounding them. He also emphasizes the need for transparency in the Epstein case and criticizes the media's lack of investigative rigor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Cox, Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, calls in to talk about New York State's energy policies, contrasting them with those of Pennsylvania. Cox criticizes New York's lack of energy independence due to its restrictions on fracking and the closure of nuclear plants, pointing out the economic benefits Pennsylvania enjoys from its energy production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Curtis Sliwa continues to fill-in for morning show host Sid Rosenberg, alongside John Catsimatidis and former Governor David Paterson, before Greg Kelly relieves the Republican Mayoral candidate for the second half of this morning's program. In crew discuss the ongoing NYC mayoral race, campaign analytics, and poll numbers revealing a tight race. Issues such as real estate challenges, the city's budget, and local governance are discussed. Other topics include the impact of the 'City of Yes' and lithium-ion battery storage concerns in Staten Island, along with all the top national headlines in the news today. Gordon Chang, Scott LoBaido, Senator Roger Marshall, Vito Fossella, Sid Rosenberg, Roger Stone, Rudy Washington, Carlos Velazquez & Suzanne Miller join the show on this hump day installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suzanne Miller, Red Apple Podcast Host & Real Estate Mogul, joins the program live in-studio to talk about the NYC Mayoral race, how Mayor Adams' policies and investigations might impact business, tourism, and community sentiments. Miller also delves into Adams' perceived ties with President Trump and the significance of federal cooperation with the city's governance. Additionally, she touches on voter turnout rates, campaign finance issues, and the influence of various funding sources in the elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Velazquez, Executive Director of the P.A.L., joins the discussion live in-studio to touch on the league's significant impact on the community, operating 27 sites across New York City's five boroughs, serving around 18,000 young people with programs ranging from sports to STEM education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rudy Washington, Former Deputy Mayor of New York City, calls in to discuss New York City's financial struggles, highlighting a drastic budget increase from $37 billion to $116 billion over two decades. He expresses concerns about the negative impact of losing Wall Street and the financial community on the city's economy, comparing it to Detroit's downturn. Issues like high real estate taxes, impractical policies proposed by mayoral candidates like Zohran Mamdani, free bus services affecting the MTA budget, and the unrealistic idea of dismantling the police department are also discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WABC Host Roger Stone joins the show to talk about his theories about Jeffrey Epstein's death, suggesting that Epstein was murdered by the U.S. government due to his involvement with the CIA and many dark secrets. Stone criticizes the legal proceedings and believes there is a conspiracy to cover up Epstein's co-conspirators. Stone also touches on questions about former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's election prospects and criticizes retail politicking strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roger Marshall, serving as the junior United States senator from Kansas since 2021, calls into the program to discuss his efforts to 'Make America Healthy Again' through initiatives aimed at improving soil health and reducing chronic diseases. He highlights a significant roundtable discussion with agriculture and health officials focused on soil health's impact on food and overall health. Senator Marshall also touches on the dangers of marijuana's effects on children and the role of fentanyl trafficking in national security concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gordon Chang, author & geopolitics expert, calls into the program to discuss President Trump's ultimatum to Putin regarding the Ukraine conflict and potential secondary sanctions on countries like China, India, and Turkey. Chang draws parallels between current global crises and historical conflicts such as World War I and II. He highlights North Korea's involvement in supplying munitions and troops to Russia, and China's strategic interests in this alliance. Chang also delves into internal turbulence within China's Communist Party and ongoing power struggles. Further discussion covers the current state of Iran after recent US and Israeli attacks, and the influence of Neville Roy Singham, an American billionaire allegedly funded by China's Communist Party to undermine foreign governments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Relentless Patriot Scott LoBaido calls in for his weekly Wednesday morning hit on the program, to rant about significant concerns about lithium-ion battery warehouses being built near residential areas in Staten Island and other NYC boroughs. LoBaido also focus on Curtis Sliwa's mayoral run and the pushback against current NYC officials that are calling for Curtis to drop out of the race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vito Fossella, the Borough President of Staten Island, calls into the show to discuss the installation of large battery storage units in residential areas, which Vito opposes due to safety and aesthetic concerns, and the 'City of Yes' initiative, which he believes may lead to overdevelopment. Vito also shares his perspectives on the broader political climate, expressing concerns about progressive policies and the importance of the upcoming NYC Mayoral election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices