Pivot Shutdown Ending, Trump's Pardons, and Guest Curtis Sliwa
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Nov 12, 2025 
Curtis Sliwa, founder of the Guardian Angels and former NYC mayoral candidate, joins to share his colorful political journey, including resisting bribery attempts. He passionately discusses animal rescue, advocating for no-kill shelters and viewing animals as family. Curtis critiques modern policing practices and stresses the importance of mentorship for youth. The conversation also touches on current political issues like the government shutdown and Trump's latest pardons, along with a lively debate on workplace dynamics sparked by a controversial New York Times piece.
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Bribes To Exit The Mayoral Race
- Curtis Sliwa described billionaire efforts to bribe him to drop out of the mayoral race and how he refused multiple offers up to $10 million.
- He said he publicly exposed the calls and threatened to involve the DA, which ended the attempts.
Origins Of The Guardian Angels
- Curtis Sliwa recounted founding the Guardian Angels in the Bronx amid gang violence and hostile subway conditions in 1979.
- He said the group taught young people to protect the vulnerable without weapons and honored members killed in the line of duty.
Treat Animals As Family
- Curtis Sliwa urged treating animals as family, pushing for no-kill shelters and legal recognition beyond "property."
- He proposed using municipal power to prioritize animal rescue and humane treatment.
