The Cats Roundtable

John and his guests discuss the top stories making headlines across the Tri-state area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John and his guests discuss the latest national news making headlines across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Dr. Mehmet Oz, about the urgent need to address systemic fraud within America's healthcare safety net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Sen. Kevin Cramer of North Dakota about the U.S. and Israel's successful efforts to dismantle Iran's offensive capabilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Rep. Nicole Malliotakis about her legal victory against partisan redistricting that attempted to implement unconstitutional gerrymandering to rig local elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Jay Clayton about the threats facing New York City, both foreign and domestic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with President of the New Jersey GOP Paul Danielczyk about the GOP's failure to counteract Democrat messaging during the NJ gubernatorial race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with former British diplomat Edward Price about the state of the global economy and geopolitical tensions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with General David Petraeus about the ongoing military campaign against Iran, detailing the destruction of the regime's missile and drone infrastructure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with former NFL lineman Shar Pourdanesh, the first Iranian-born NFL player, about the brutality of the Iranian regime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with the CEO of the Partnership for New York City, Steve Fulop, to discuss economic instability currently facing NYC due to aggressive tax proposals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with NJ Assemblyman Gerry Scharfenberger about bolstering election integrity and public confidence in the voting process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney on her leading a national campaign to finalize the Equal Rights Amendment and permanently protect women's rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Steve Kates, a.k.a. Dr. Sky, about delays in the Artemis program, the physics of black holes, and the evolution of human speed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Stoler talks with Frank Korzekwinski, Senior Exec VP/Chief Real Estate Lending Officer at Flushing Financial Corp, about their merger with Ocean First Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with New York State Senator George Borrello about the budgetary and energy crisis facing New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Governor David Paterson about the dismissal of Homeland Security Director Kristi Noem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Dr. Peter Michalos about biological age testing, which measures wear and tear on our organs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Paul Zuber about common-sense changes to governance, including reforms to housing and climate regulations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Jesse Arm about the different wings of the Democratic Party. They discuss the percentage of centrists, progressives, and conservatives that make up the party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Catsimatidis, Jake Novak and other names come on to discuss the fall of the Ayatollah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vincent Vallelong critiques the city administration's failure to address a violent incident in Washington Square Park, which he characterizes as organized lawlessness rather than a harmless gathering. He argues that the mayor's tendency to downplay these assaults as mere "snowball fights" erodes the quality of life in New York and undermines the safety of officers on the front lines. By highlighting the criminal backgrounds of those involved, the speaker emphasizes that without unwavering executive support and a commitment to law enforcement, the city faces a dangerous trajectory toward further instability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd Shapiro contrasts the former mayor, Eric Adams, whom they praise as a strong ally to Israel, with current leadership whom they accuse of being anti-Semitic and radical socialists. The dialogue transitions into a broader analysis of international conflict, shifting focus from the collapse of Iranian influence to the rising threat of Turkish hegemonic ambitions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Stoler and Frank Korzekwinski discusses the shifting landscape of the New York real estate market amidst significant corporate and legislative changes. The conversation highlights the merger between Flushing Bank and Ocean First Bank, a move backed by private equity that aims to create a robust, $23 billion financial institution capable of handling larger transactions. Central to their discussion is the impact of the Rent Emergency Stabilization Act (REST) and existing rent laws, which the speakers argue stifle property maintenance and discourage traditional lending for small residential buildings. To address the resulting housing supply crisis, they suggest that providing investment incentives for owners to renovate vacant units would be more efficient than lengthy new construction projects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Kates discusses a variety of scientific updates ranging from the recurring delays of NASA's Artemis 2 moon mission to the physics of sound. The conversation highlights the immense power of decibels by comparing the explosive noise of volcanic eruptions and human weaponry to the extraordinary communication clicks of sperm whales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The arrival of former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer to the WABC radio lineup, where he is welcomed by host John Catsimatidis. Spicer outlines his goal to move beyond standard political commentary by providing listeners with an insider's perspective on the electoral process and the mechanics of high-level decision-making. Leveraging his extensive military and political background, he aims to counter "liberal legacy media" narratives by offering what he describes as common-sense truths to empower his audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pierre Yared, acting chair of the Council of Economic Advisors, argues that the Trump administration has fostered a period of exceptional economic overperformance by reversing the fiscal challenges inherited from the previous leadership. The discussion centers on a supply-side growth strategy driven by deregulation, energy independence, and tax reform, which Yared credits for increasing real wages and driving the stock market to record heights. Despite recent legal setbacks regarding tariff authorities, the administration remains confident that existing trade deals and a surge in non-residential construction will secure a long-term manufacturing renaissance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Peter Michalos explores the vital connection between daily lifestyle choices and long-term neurological health, emphasizing that the brain is the master control center of our lives. He highlights the surprising mouth-brain axis, explaining how managing oral bacteria can prevent toxic inflammation and amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer's disease. The discussion also covers modern neuroendovascular surgery, which allows doctors to treat brain bleeds through minimally invasive techniques rather than traditional skull surgery. By combining a nutrient-dense diet rich in antioxidants with physical safety measures like wearing helmets, individuals can significantly reduce modifiable risk factors for cognitive decline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter King argues against the legal precedent of forcing a former president to testify before Congress based on unsubstantiated rumors or mere association with a criminal figure. He asserts that compelled testimony in the absence of evidence of criminal conduct risks turning the American political system into a "banana republic" driven by guilt by association rather than actual wrongdoing. King emphasizes that while Jeffrey Epstein's actions were heinous, the high volume of hearsay and innuendo in investigative files should not be used to disrupt 200 years of historical tradition regarding the treatment of former leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

District Attorney Melinda Katz discusses her ongoing efforts to improve the quality of life in Queens by addressing both high-level conspiracies and localized disturbances. She highlights the successful prosecution of a massive retail theft ring that defrauded Home Depot of millions, while also introducing a trespass affidavit program designed to give local businesses a tool to bar repeat offenders and offer social services to those in need. Beyond property crimes, Katz emphasizes her office's commitment to public safety through record-breaking gang takedowns and the aggressive removal of illegal ghost guns from the streets. Finally, she issues a public warning regarding the dangers of unlicensed cannabis shops, noting that these illegal operations bypass safety regulations and target minors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Simone recounts the tragic collapse of the Friars Club, a legendary New York institution that once served as a sanctuary for show business icons like Frank Sinatra and Johnny Carson. After more than a century of prestige, the club fell into disarray due to mismanagement and criminal activity, leading to federal raids, indictments, and the eventual loss of its historic clubhouse. The dialogue highlights a mysterious memorabilia auction in California, where items ranging from Milton Berle's pool table to Jack Benny's violin are being sold off under uncertain legal authority.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lynn Shaw discusses the urgent necessity of protecting children from the predatory nature of big tech and social media algorithms. Shaw argues that a decline in parental authority and structure has created a vacuum, allowing digital platforms to monetize youth vulnerabilities and effectively raise a generation within a "digital bubble." To combat this crisis, she advocates for a dual approach involving federal legislation like the Kids Online Safety Act and a return to proactive parenting that sets firm boundaries on screen time.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathy Benner, director of the American Bald Eagle Foundation, discusses the remarkable population recovery of the bald eagle since the 1972 ban on DDT. Operating out of Haines, Alaska, the foundation functions as a natural history museum and raptor center dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of injured wild birds. Benner highlights their mission of public education using non-releasable avian ambassadors to connect visitors with wildlife conservation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Governor James Gilmore analyzes a significant Republican electoral defeat in Virginia, characterizing the loss as a harbinger for national politics. He attributes the Democratic sweep to the GOP's failure to establish a resonant campaign message while facing a "wave election" fueled by local dissatisfaction and federal workforce issues. Gilmore argues that the current Democratic leadership has pivoted to a left-wing agenda that contradicts their moderate campaign promises, particularly regarding taxation and law enforcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This financial broadcast provides a concise overview of recent market volatility driven by massive media mergers and the unpredictable evolution of the AI sector. A primary focus is the shifting landscape of entertainment, highlighted by Netflix's decision to abandon a major acquisition in favor of organic growth, which cleared the path for a conservative-leaning takeover of Warner Discovery and Paramount by Skydance. The report further examines the conflicting signals in technology, weighing Nvidia's explosive success against concerns regarding the long-term sustainability of artificial intelligence and its impact on the labor market. Beyond these primary stories, the discussion touches on the government's refusal to pardon a prominent crypto fraudster and previews upcoming earnings reports that will likely continue the cycle of investor fear and optimism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hank Sheinkopf and host John Catsimatidis argue that the modern Democratic Party is undergoing a hostile takeover by democratic socialists who are exploiting the party's infrastructure to advance a radical agenda. The speakers lament the loss of the centrist, common-sense approach typified by the Bill Clinton era, suggesting that current leadership is too fearful of losing their positions to challenge the far-left fringe. They contend that this ideological shift is fueled by outside interests and results in a dangerous erosion of law and order, as seen in recent instances of disrespect toward police. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Governor George Pataki critiques the deteriorating quality of life in New York, attributing the decline to a failure of leadership and a lack of common-sense governance. He highlights a specific incident where an assault on police officers was trivialized by the media as a mere snowball fight, using it as a symbol for the broader lack of accountability in the criminal justice system. The conversation explores how issues like unchecked shoplifting and public safety concerns are driving a significant portion of the population to consider leaving the state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senator George Borrello argues that New York's current fiscal trajectory is a dangerous death spiral fueled by excessive spending and a looming battle over aggressive tax increases. He contends that the state's budget vastly outpaces more populous states like Florida and Texas, primarily due to systemic waste and Medicaid fraud involving millions of ineligible enrollees. Borrello criticizes Democratic leadership for proposing higher taxes on the wealthy and corporations as a "hostage situation" rather than addressing government inefficiency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republican nominee Caroline Shinkle outlines her vision for representing New York's 12th congressional district by framing her campaign as a "modern-day Manhattan Project" intended to revitalize the city. Shinkle advocates for a platform rooted in economic empowerment and free enterprise, prioritizing policies that allow citizens to retain more of their income while fostering an environment conducive to business and family growth. Central to her message is a nonpartisan appeal to improve the quality of life, specifically through enhancing public safety and education to make the city more livable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The leadership of the Staten Island FerryHawks discusses the transformation of their stadium into a versatile entertainment hub that serves as a gateway to the borough. Beyond hosting professional baseball, the venue is expanding its identity by incorporating professional soccer and hosting significant civic events, such as the FDNY's 25th anniversary. The dialogue emphasizes enhanced regional accessibility, highlighting how new ferry routes and specialized train services are designed to draw visitors from across New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John and his guests discuss the top stories making headlines across the Tri-state area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John and his guests discuss the latest national news making headlines across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices