Sid & Friends In The Morning

John Catsimatidis, Red Apple Media Owner & Operator, calls into the program to talk about being awarded New York State Broadcaster of the Year, before diving into major topics with Sid. He recounts his dinner with President Trump at the White House, highlighting key political and economic successes, including Trump's efforts to revive American industry through tariffs. Catsimatidis emphasizes the importance of AM radio for emergency broadcasting and criticizes electric vehicle companies for excluding AM radios from their systems. He also addresses social and political issues and the NYC Mayoral race, stressing the unity needed to combat Zohran Mamdani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Tuesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid covers a variety of topics. He begins with an introduction to events and police support organized by WABC today in the form of our annual Back the Blue event. Sid then transitions to global news with President Trump's statements on the fragile ceasefire in Gaza, ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict dynamics, and plans regarding trade talks with China. Sid also explores Trump's views on expanding the Abraham Accords to include Saudi Arabia and the challenges therein. Finally, Rosenberg delves into the New York City mayoral race, discussing the mounting pressure on Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa to drop out and the shifting political landscape involving Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani, and their respective supporters. Alex Traiman, Andrew Cuomo, Bo Dietl, Jack Ciattarelli & Michael Rapaport join the show on this Tuesday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor/Comedian Michael Rapaport joins the program on this Tuesday morning installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Red Apple Podcast Host Bo Dietl calls in for his weekly Tuesday morning appearance to discuss his support for Curtis Sliwa in the New York City mayoral race. Dietl emphasizes the importance of preventing a 'communist socialist' candidate from winning in Zohran Mamdani, and critiques current political figures and systems. He proposes a unified front, suggesting Andrew Cuomo as the most viable candidate to defeat Mamdani. Dietl passionately critiques the potential consequences of socialist policies and warns of the city's dire future if changes are not made. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Cuomo, former Governor currently running for Mayor of New York City, joins the show to discuss his candidacy for mayor, addressing the upcoming final debate and his strategies against opponents Curtis Sliwa and Zohran Mamdani. Cuomo emphasizes his plans focused on practical solutions and competence, rejecting Mamdani's policies as dangerous and divisive. Sid and Cuomo explore the potential of Curtis Sliwa dropping out and possibly forming a coalition to prevent Mamdani from winning. Cuomo underlines the importance of unifying New Yorkers and combating division, while also defending himself against accusations of negative campaigning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Ciattarelli, Republican nominee in the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election, calls into the program to talk about his ongoing campaign and the issues leading up to the upcoming election. Ciattarelli addresses attacks from his opponent, Mikie Sherrill, including accusations of raising taxes and mishandling his career in publishing. Jack emphasizes his commitment to lowering property and income taxes and improving public safety by addressing crime and immigration issues. He underscores the importance of early voting and expresses confidence in his widespread support from both Republicans and some Democrats. There is also discussion about the role of enthusiasm in political campaigns, comparisons with the New York elections, and mentions of public figures such as President Trump, John Bon Jovi, and Bruce Springsteen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Traiman, CEO of Jewish News Syndicate, calls into the program live from Israel to discuss the hostage situation and ceasefire with Hamas, and the broader geopolitical landscape of the region. Traiman highlights Israel's achievements in retrieving hostages, the complexities of dealing with Hamas, and the shifts in international pressure orchestrated by President Trump. The conversation also touches on the internal political dynamics in New York, concerns over US-Qatari relations, and the importance of maintaining a strong US-Israel alliance. Traiman emphasizes the strategic significance of Israel and calls for unity within the conservative movement in supporting the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid discusses recent highlights and developments in the New York mayoral race and the reactions from key candidates Curtis Sliwa and Andrew Cuomo. Curtis Sliwa campaigns outside a homeless shelter in Brooklyn and criticizes his opponents, while Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani participate in a town hall addressing housing affordability, NYCHA, mental health, and community issues. The forum saw a split audience response. Polls suggest Mamdani is still leading by a significant margin. Additionally, there's discussion about Curtis Sliwa potentially withdrawing if his campaign does not gain traction this week. Meanwhile, former Congressman George Santos is released from prison after President Trump commutes his sentence, amidst allegations of mistreatment and discussions about the GOP's internal politics. Frank Morano, George Santos, John Catsimatidis, John McLaughlin & Morton Klein call in on this Monday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Congressman George Santos joins Sid to discuss his release from prison over the weekend thanks to a commutation from President Donald Trump. Santos reflects on the humbling and sobering experience of solitary confinement and addresses the hurt he caused to friends, family, colleagues, and supporters. Despite the criticism, Santos expresses gratitude for the second chance given to him by President Trump and emphasizes his commitment to making positive changes in his life. He also shares his future plans, focusing on helping troubled youth and prison reform, while dismissing any immediate political ambitions. The conversation touches on his difficult time in prison, the support he received, and his hopes for redemption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pollster John McLaughlin join Sid to offer his insight into the intricacies and challenges of polling in elections. John shares insights on the current political landscape in New York City, explaining the fluctuating voter turnout and analyzing various poll numbers related to the upcoming mayoral election. The discussion touches on the standing of candidates such as Curtis and Cuomo against front-runner Mamdani. McLaughlin underscores the importance of strategic decision-making in the race, while Sid expresses concerns about the potential impact on suburban Republicans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices