Podcast appearances and mentions of James Dolan

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to leaked audio of Knicks owner James Dolan addressing the team prior to its playoff run. After that, they discussed how White Sox rookie outfielder Braden Montgomery is gaining national attention.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the newly released audio of James Dolan's speech to the Knicks, including his memorable challenge to the players and his promise to buy rings for their significant others if they won it all. The conversation digs into Dolan's changing image in New York, whether Knicks fans would now forgive his past mistakes, Mike Brown's coaching résumé, and why this Knicks run has captivated the city in a way few teams can match.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber address a controversial social media post from their digital team regarding a Jalen Brunson and Jacob deGrom legacy debate that they never actually had. The conversation shifts to James Dolan's leaked championship speech for the Knicks, where he jokingly suggested a ten-week sex ban for the players. 01:50 - Social Media Graphic Backlash 03:04 - Yankees Injury Updates 04:55 - Brendan Soresby Gambling Lawsuit 06:11 - NFL Supplemental Draft Logistics 15:55 - Fan Focus & MLB Previews 18:15 - Knicks vs Yankees Popularity 23:10 - Jalen Brunson's Playoff Legacy 28:50 - James Dolan's Leaked Speech 30:45 - Dolan's Player Sex Ban 37:01 - Mike Brown's Coaching Success

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech parting ways and entering NFL’s Supplemental Draft, James Dolan banned sex during playoffs and the Spurs not shaking hands with Knicks Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction05:20 - Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech mutually parting ways34:35 - Mikal Bridges says James Dolan issued a 10-week no sex ban prior to their big win49:50 - Discourse about the Spurs not shaking hands with the Knicks (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry starts with audio of James Dolan addressing the team before the playoffs started. Kenyon Martin said Jalen Brunson should not pay attention to anything Becky Hammon has to say. The Mets were shutout by the Reds, 12-0. Stephen A. Smith called UFC at the White House a ‘great, great event'. Jay Williams called it a better event than the NBA Finals. OK, terrific.

Jerry's got Mikal Bridges saying he took a shot of tequila at 9am - we heard his Instagram live when he was drinking and celebrating. He was jamming to Coldplay and made goat noises for Jalen Brunson. Michelle Beadle talked about Knicks fans burning things down but being more upset about Wemby not shaking hands afterward. We heard James Dolan address the team before the playoffs. The Mets lost to the Reds, 12-0. It was 9-0 in the second inning.

The Knicks' championship hangover dominates the show as we tackle James Dolan's White House dilemma, Mikal Bridges' tequila-fueled Coldplay celebrations, and OG Anunoby completely spacing out on Good Morning America. We debate if the Jets are New York's last impossible team to fix, while checking in on the Mets' brutal 12-0 blowout that had Carlos Mendoza sprinting through his postgame presser. Plus, we cover a little bit of everything—from a wild White House UFC event and Spurs handshake drama to James Harden's arrest, Shaun Morash dropping the Knicks' trophy cake, and World Cup roster rules—before wrapping up with JD Vance hitting The View and J-Lo gatekeeping true New Yorkers.

Boomer kicks off the show wondering how James Dolan will handle sending the Knicks to the White House, right before we dive into Sunday's White House lawn UFC event. Gio predicts the chaos of Thursday's Knicks parade, and Jerry's update delivers Dolan's pre-playoff audio. Next, Kenyon Martin tells Jalen Brunson to ignore Becky Hammon, the Mets get shut out by the Reds, and Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for the cycle. We then hear Stephen A. Smith and Jay Williams rave about the White House UFC event, before wrapping the hour with J-Lo claiming true New Yorkers only come from the five boroughs.

Mikal Bridges cries to Coldplay and downs tequila on IG Live, right before we break down OG Anunoby spacing out during the Knicks' Good Morning America appearance. Gio accuses Shaun Morash of intentionally dropping the Knicks' trophy cake for clicks, and Jerry's update pairs Paul Pierce's take on Jalen Brunson with news of James Harden's gun arrest. We hear Michael Strahan trying to force a smile from OG, the Mets getting crushed 12-0 by the Reds, and Colt Keith's three-homer night. The hour wraps with a look at JD Vance heading to The View and a caller's plea for James Dolan to forgive a relentlessly trash-talking Charles Oakley.

With the Knicks winning, we debate if the Jets are the last impossible team in town that desperately needs their own Jalen Brunson. Jerry's update brings us Mikal Bridges downing 9am tequila and making goat noises to Coldplay on IG Live, before we hear Michelle Beadle and Draymond Green weigh in on the Spurs skipping postgame handshakes. We then revisit James Dolan's pre-playoff address and recap the Mets getting crushed 12-0 by the Reds, closing the hour by discussing NJ World Cup commutes with Yussef in-studio getting ready for Morocco.

We kick things off sorting out World Cup rules with callers on how players represent countries they weren't born in. Jerry's final update brings James Dolan's pre-playoff speech, Jay Williams declaring the champion Knicks as "America's Team," and OG Anunoby completely spacing out on Good Morning America. We then check in on the Mets' brutal 12-0 blowout loss to the Reds before hitting the Moment of the Day: Carlos Mendoza trying to sprint through his postgame press conference.

We started the show with Boomer wondering how things will go when James Dolan tells the team they are going to the White House.

Laurence & Spiegs listen & react to leaked audio of Knicks owner James Dolan addressing the team prior to their playoff run.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima bring in producer John to analyze the New York Knicks' NBA championship win and the trend of parody across the league. They explore James Dolan's "Spartan" advice to players and compare it to historical rules set by Paul Brown. Additionally, they discuss the viral success of Cape Verde's World Cup performance and debate whether hitting for the cycle in baseball is an overrated achievement.

James Dolan gave a passionate speech to the Knicks before they began their championship run! Plus, are the Knicks the favorite to win the title again next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's edition of Hollywood's Headlines, the guys react to the wild aftermath of the Knicks' championship celebration, including viral moments involving OG Anunoby appearing impaired on Good Morning America and Mikal Bridges going live on Instagram with shocking comments about the team's postseason rules and a reportedly chaotic locker room culture under James Dolan's ownership. The conversation also highlights how likable this Knicks roster was during their title run despite the off-court buzz. From there, the focus shifts to the business side of the World Cup, where hydration breaks have turned into massive advertising opportunities, with FOX reportedly charging hundreds of thousands per 30-second spots and generating hundreds of millions in ad revenue. The segment wraps with former USMNT star Landon Donovan calling out United Airlines over a frustrating travel experience, sparking a public back-and-forth after the airline responded asking him to take the issue offline.

Hour 3: Tommy plays some audio of James Dolan motivational speech before the playoffs began for the Knicks. He also talks with his weather expert, Rosenberg, about potential issues for Thursday's parade.

Hour 2: Tommy talks about the new James Dolan and why Jalen Brunson is the best player in the NBA.

Jason Smith and Mike Harmon discuss Victor Wembanyama's style of play, the Knicks celebration, and James Dolan's epic speech before the playoffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Tuesday's edition of Headlines, Jeff Phelps and Dan Menningen are joined by Meredith Kain to discuss James Dolan's motivational speech to the New York Knicks and trade rumors involving Giannis Antetokounmpo. They also cover Pete Crow-Armstrong's historic cycle for the Chicago Cubs and the latest surprising results from the World Cup. 02:21 - NBA News And Rumors 08:08 - Pete Crow-Armstrong's Cycle 10:17 - World Cup Update

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. ESPN's Buster Olney joins us for his weekly visit RedZone - James Pearce Jr back in Flowery Branch James Dolan fires up the troops! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Tuesday! Bobby Carpenter is hanging out with us today! So after all of this, Brendan Sorsby is going to the NFL after all. Which teams should give him a look? ESPN evaluates some Buckeyes as draft prospects for 2027. Knicks owner James Dolan had a special request of his players in their quest for the title. Calvin Johnson expects his single season receiving record to be broken soon, and he has a pretty good idea of who is going to do it. Ryan Roberts of A to Z Sports joins the show to discuss Brendan Sorsby's NFL prospects. Jake Diebler believes OSU basketball is at an inflection point in the program with some recent recruiting news. Paul Finebaum backs the Buckeyes. Ian Fitzsimmons joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

The New York Knicks' first NBA championship in 53 years may have been built on many things: Jalen Brunson's brilliance, Mike Brown's steady hand, a suffocating defense and a healthy roster when it mattered most. According to much-maligned team owner James Dolan, it may also have required a little self-denial. Dr. Brian Higgins, from Galway Primary Care joined Sean to discuss.

Full Show Broadcast. Today's guests include: Jimmy Patsos on the NBA & Betting Expert PJ Glasser. The Bufflo Bills Training Camp schedule is out. The Rochester Red Wings playoff push & Tim shares his take of the day. Gene has bold sports headlines & top stories.

Jimmy Patsos joins the show & shares his thoughts & opinions on the NY Knicks, Spurs & the rest of the NBA. What team does Jimmy have Giannis Antetokounmpo playing for next season?

On this mailbag episode of the Andrew Yang Podcast, Zach and Andrew discuss the SpaceX IPO and why the hype may not survive the fundamentals, then dig into listener questions on the Knicks (and why James Dolan keeps Andrew loyal to the Nets), billionaire taxes versus an AI dividend for everyday families, expanding the House of Representatives, and whether data centers can actually pay off for the communities that host them.Have a question for Andrew? Drop it in the comments section below or send us a text or voice memo to mailbag@andrewyang.com!Watch the full episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠----Follow Andrew Yang: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Zach Graumann: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠----Get 50% off Factor at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Factor Meals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get an extra 3 months free at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Express VPN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Helix Sleep⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Use code: helixpartner20Get $30 off your first two (2) orders at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| Use code: ANDREW104----Subscribe to the Andrew Yang Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber keep unpacking the Knicks championship celebration, from the games fans will rewatch forever to the moments that may define this title run years from now. The conversation captures the strange mix of joy, nostalgia, and what comes next after a team finally delivers a championship. They debate the most memorable games of the Knicks postseason, whether OG Anunoby's tip or Jalen Brunson's 45 point clincher will live longer in fan history, and how James Dolan's awkward but heartfelt apology gave Evan a surprising reason to believe the Jets might someday have their own breakthrough.

We kick off the hour with upcoming parade talk and Knicks calls, including an elementary teacher using Jalen Brunson as a character lesson, followed by Gio addressing his past criticism of KAT. Next, we react to James Dolan's "no sex" advice to the team, before Jerry returns for an update featuring Brunson talking Mike Brown and Wemby reflecting on the series loss. Finally, we discuss the difference between Dylan Harper and De'Aaron Fox, note the Hurricanes' Stanley Cup win, check in on Joe Tippmann's new Jets contract, and wrap up with a caller struggling to feel excited and an emotional Joe Benigno.

The Knicks are NBA Champions and Gio feels like a kid again as we look at the moves that got them here and the importance of MVP Jalen Brunson. Opinions are shifting on Victor Wembanyama after Boomer called him the NBA's dirtiest player. Jerry's first update brings the sounds of Mike Breen's championship call, followed by Jay Wright talking Brunson, insights from Leon Rose, James Dolan getting booed at a watch party, Mike Brown's reactions, and a painful "see y'all never" from Wemby. Finally, the Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup, a Ben Rice home run lifts the Yankees over the Blue Jays, , and a caller suggests Wemby hung around "scumbag monks."

The Knicks are NBA Champions, and today's show is an all-out celebration of MVP Jalen Brunson's legendary run alongside heavy criticism of Victor Wembanyama's controversial series. We spend the morning taking emotional calls from fans, looking ahead to Thursday's parade, and hearing championship reactions from broadcasters and Knicks legends. Jerry keeps us rolling with updates covering James Dolan's antics, the Monica McNutt and Taylor Swift drama, the Hurricanes' Stanley Cup win, and the latest on the Yankees and Jets.

Jerry has the sounds of Mike Breen as the Knicks win the championship. Jay Wright was on with Joe Benigno and talked about Jalen Brunson. We even heard from Leon Rose. James Dolan got booed at one of the watch parties until he apologized for it taking so long. We heard from Mike Brown after the win. Wemby said the loss was ‘painful'. The Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup. The Yankees beat the Blue Jays with a HR by Ben Rice.

In Monday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin debate the feasibility of professional athletes abstaining from intimacy to win championships after rumors surfaced regarding New York Knicks owner James Dolan. They also address Victor Wembanyama's postseason behavior and criticize Brewers manager Pat Murphy for calling pitcher Jacob Misiorowski 'Forrest Gump'. 01:00 - Athletes Abstaining For Titles 07:51 - Wembanyama Postgame Reaction 10:26 - Misiorowski Forrest Gump Comparison

They celebrate the New York Knicks' 2026 NBA championship win and analyze the emotional impact of James Dolan's post-game speech. The discussion highlights Jalen Brunson's dominant performance as the new King of New York and explores upcoming trade rumors involving Giannis Antetokounmpo. This segment also features personal stories regarding team sponsorships and the future of New York sports. 01:04 - Knicks Parade Details 04:03 - James Dolan's Speech 07:10 - 2027 Title Odds 10:12 - Giannis Trade Rumors 13:56 - King Of New York 09:24 - Evaluating James Dolan 12:42 - Knicks Championship Run 17:26 - Aaron Judge Comparisons 20:35 - Knicks Roster Decisions

Craig and Big Mac celebrate the New York Knicks' historic NBA championship and review James Dolan's emotional victory speech. They engage in a hilarious debate over whether Craig actually received a text from Dolan during the ceremony, while also praising Leon Rose for his roster construction. 01:00 - Dolan's Championship Speech 02:22 - Craig's Podium Text Mystery 05:38 - Building the Championship Roster 10:05 - Official Knicks Championship Gear

The New York Knicks are NBA Champions, and Craig Carton isn't holding back! On WFAN's Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle celebrate James Dolan's championship guarantee becoming reality and announce that the Knicks owner will return to the studio before the parade.

The Carton Show reacts to Dolan's speech which was released by Josh Hart & Jalen Brunson's Roommate's Podcast

The Carton Show celebrates the New York Knicks winning their first NBA Championship in over 50 years. They break down Jalen Brunson's legendary 45-point performance and criticize Victor Wembanyama's conduct during the series. They also examine a motivational locker room speech from James Dolan that set the tone for the postseason run. 01:50 - Titletown USA 07:00 - Signature Play Analysis 11:42 - Evaluating Opponent Grace 16:45 - Adam Silver Clip 20:30 - Building Through GMs 30:35 - Brunson Trade Retrospective 35:00 - Comparing Giants Runs 39:30 - Rick Hoffman Interview 44:10 - Wembanyama Character Issues 50:45 - Record Merch Sales 55:10 - Strauss Bakery Incident 59:40 - Overcoming Poor Officiating 01:03:40 - Red Holtzman Connections 02:08:05 - Brunson vs All-Time Guards 02:13:23 - Dolan's Inspirational Speech

The discussion highlights an inspiring locker room speech from James Dolan, where he challenges the team to sacrifice for ten weeks to achieve a life-changing championship. They also recount a comical incident involving a Larry O'Brien trophy cake from Strauss Bakery that was accidentally dropped by Shaun Morash before being replaced. 01:48 - Mike Breen Knicks Call 04:42 - UFC White House Highlights 10:10 - Fans Celebrate Knicks Win 15:52 - Upcoming Knicks Parade Details 17:46 - Strauss Bakery Cake Mishap 27:08 - Jalen Brunson Historical Ranking 40:56 - Charles Oakley MSG Status 44:41 - James Dolan Locker Room Speech 55:41 - Red Holtzman Statistical Legacy

Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash react to the New York Knicks becoming NBA champions, a moment that turns decades of heartbreak into pure citywide release. From the nerves of the final seconds to the tears in bars across New York, the show captures what it felt like when Jalen Brunson delivered a closeout masterpiece and finally ended the drought. The guys are joined by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who declares Brunson the king of New York and shares early parade plans for Thursday, then they dive into the stories already becoming part of Knicks lore. They break down James Dolan's reported pre playoff message to the team, Brunson's MVP level performance, the missed Victor Wembanyama flagrant debate, and the larger realization that this Knicks team did more than win a title. It changed the way New York believes.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dig into the first wave of Knicks championship backstories, starting with Ian Begley's report about James Dolan speaking to the team before the playoffs and delivering a message that apparently landed with the players. The conversation turns Dolan from a long criticized owner into an unlikely part of the title story, complete with his reported joke, his belief in the roster, and his apology to fans for how long the wait took. The segment also explores how this championship changed the way Knicks fans see themselves, from expecting heartbreak to finally believing they root for a winner. Evan and Tiki break down Jalen Brunson's closeout brilliance, the Spurs' late collapse, the missed flagrant foul controversy around Victor Wembanyama, and why this Knicks run forced opponents to make excuses while New York celebrated a title that felt impossible for generations.

Rob and Kelvin tell us if OG Anunoby's heroic play to steal Game 4 of the NBA Finals was enough to earn him the NBA Finals MVP award, Plus, 'Knicks Centric' founder Tommy Beer swings by to discuss the Knicks' incredible 29-point comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, whether De'Aaron Fox deserves to get lambasted for his late-game decisions in the loss, how OG essentially bailed out Josh Hart and owner James Dolan, what the mood would be like around New York had the Knicks not had that miraculous comeback, and much more! Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates the wedding plans of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in this week's edition of Shop Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin argue if the Spurs blowing a 29-point second half lead was bad coaching or just a lack of experience and tell us if San Antonio head coach Mitch Johnson should be headed towards the unemployment line. Plus, 'Knicks Centric' founder Tommy Beer swings by to discuss the Knicks' incredible 29-point comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, whether De'Aaron Fox deserves to get lambasted for his late-game decisions in the loss, how OG essentially bailed out Josh Hart and owner James Dolan, what the mood would be like around New York had the Knicks not had that miraculous comeback, and much more! Later, MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble swings by to help address baseball's biggest stories in this week's edition of Foul or Fair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While New York is celebrating the Knicks' return to the finals for the first time in decades, controversy over canceled watch parties near Madison Square Garden has sparked a public feud. Knicks owner James Dolan criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch on WFAN, saying they're party poopers and not real fans. NY1 investigative reporter Courtney Gross joins political reporters Bobby Cuza and Dan Rivoli to break down the battle between City Hall and Dolan. After that, NY1 hosted a fiery debate featuring five leading Democratic candidates in Manhattan's 12th Congressional District. With Election Day approaching, the "Off Topic" team looks at the winners, losers and key takeaways from the debate.

James Dolan must love Craig Carton

The New York Knicks achieved the largest comeback in NBA history last night, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. President Trump announced plans for a major military strike against Iran, possibly targeting the country's main oil facility on Kharg Island. Due to safety concerns in New York City, Knicks owner James Dolan canceled the Game 4 watch party outside Madison Square Garden just hours before tipoff. Mark interviews economist Steve Moore. Steve pointed out that one key economic indicator has remained steady during both of Trump's presidential terms. He also discussed how changes in interest and business tax rates can impact Americans broadly. Moore warned that the Social Security system could become insolvent by 2032. In Seattle, Mayor Katie B. Wilson recently raised taxes on billionaires and large corporations to as much as 10 percent, reportedly leading some businesses to consider leaving the state. Mark addressed speculation about whether President Trump expressed support for inflation, clarifying the president's comments. Trump also criticized Graham Plattner in a recent statement. Bill Gates testified about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News executive Bari Weiss may have enhanced security measures at her offices due to her role. Meanwhile, anticipation is high for Elon Musk's new SpaceX IPO, with shares set to launch at $135.00 each when the market opens tomorrow. Mark interviews WOR weeknight host Jimmy Failla. Jimmy described the electrifying atmosphere among celebrities after the Knicks' historic win and shared his perspective on the event. He also noted the controversy surrounding Graham Plattner's primary victory in Maine, highlighting allegations about a tattoo linked to Nazi symbolism, which drew attention given past criticism of Trump by Democrats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New York Knicks achieved the largest comeback in NBA history last night, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. President Trump announced plans for a major military strike against Iran, possibly targeting the country's main oil facility on Kharg Island. Due to safety concerns in New York City, Knicks owner James Dolan canceled the Game 4 watch party outside Madison Square Garden just hours before tipoff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New York Knicks achieved the largest comeback in NBA history last night, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. President Trump announced plans for a major military strike against Iran, possibly targeting the country's main oil facility on Kharg Island. Due to safety concerns in New York City, Knicks owner James Dolan canceled the Game 4 watch party outside Madison Square Garden just hours before tipoff. Mark takes your calls!  Mark interviews economist Steve Moore. Steve pointed out that one key economic indicator has remained steady during both of Trump's presidential terms. He also discussed how changes in interest and business tax rates can impact Americans broadly. Moore warned that the Social Security system could become insolvent by 2032. In Seattle, Mayor Katie B. Wilson recently raised taxes on billionaires and large corporations to as much as 10 percent, reportedly leading some businesses to consider leaving the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Thursday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid illustrates a buzzing New York City last night as Knicks fans rejoiced in bars, bodegas, watch parties, city streets, and their own living rooms across the five boroughs after the team's stunning comeback to win Game 4 — with the NBA championship now just one victory away. The Knicks stormed back in the second half in the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history to steal Game 4 at Madison Square Garden with a 107-106 win and take a 3-1 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs. In other news of the day, Madison Square Garden canceled a planned Knicks watch party outside the arena hours before Game 4 as owner James Dolan unloaded on Mayor Zohran Mamdani as a fake fan of the team - making the shocking announcement ahead of the Knicks' showdown with the San Antonio Spurs after MSG blasted city government for its decision to set up a security zone around the venue for the event, the biggest World Cup tournament in history has arrived in North America and soccer fans across the globe are buzzing with excitement for the opening matches and star-studded ceremonies today and tomorrow, and President Donald Trump this morning escalated his threats against Iran - announcing that the U.S. intends to strike the country tonight and take control of Kharg Island - a strip of land home to Iran's most important oil facility. Bill O'Reilly, Craig Carton, Joe Benigno, Katie Pavlich & Rich Lowry join Sid on this Friday-eve installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the team discusses Apple's Siri AI brand new release, SpaceX officially going public — and who will benefit the most from it. They also get into how Meta removed a facial recognition feature after a WIRED report exposed it, and later in the show — an investigation into how the Knicks' owner James Dolan created an extensive surveillance system inside all of his Madison Square Garden properties. Articles mentioned in this episode: Everything Apple Announced at WWDC 2026 | WIRED  Meta Deletes Face-Recognition System From Its Smart Glasses App After WIRED Report  The Shocking Secrets of Madison Square Garden's Surveillance Machine | WIRED  Join WIRED's best and brightest on Uncanny Valley as they dissect the collision of tech, politics, finance, and business, from the newest ventures to the effects of inaccurate information from artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots on social protests. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash dive into a loaded New York sports day, starting with growing frustration over Anthony Volpe's role with the Yankees and whether the team is ignoring better defensive options at shortstop. The conversation shifts into Knicks Finals anxiety, where excitement and dread collide as fans prepare for a massive Game 4 at Madison Square Garden. The episode also hits on officiating debates, security concerns around the Garden, watch party controversy, classic New York championship memories, and Craig Carton's surprise announcement that James Dolan will join the show to discuss the city's restrictions around Madison Square Garden. From Volpe's struggles to Knicks fans fearing heartbreak, this hour captures the tension of a city waiting for something unforgettable.