Sid & Friends In The Morning

Former Professional Baseball Player Darryl Strawberry calls into the show to discuss his baseball career and his friendship with President Donald Trump, who granted him a presidential pardon over the weekend. Strawberry discusses his transition from a celebrated athlete to a devoted minister and advocate for recovery from addiction. He emphasizes the significance of his work in helping others, which he views as far more impactful than his sports achievements. Strawberry recounts the emotional moment when he learned about his pardon and expresses gratitude for being able to move forward without the weight of his past legal issues. He maintains a positive outlook despite criticism and continues to focus on his ministry and philanthropic efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Catsimatidis, Red Apple Media Owner & Operator, calls into the program for his weekly Monday morning hit to discuss his relief over President Trump’s recent pardons of Rudy Giuliani and others. The conversation then shifts to Curtis Sliwa, critiques of media coverage, and the results of political campaigns, specifically regarding the government shutdown's impact on elections in New Jersey and Virginia. Catsimatidis also touches on a controversial decision by the CFIA to cull ostriches in Canada, advocating for an investigation. He emphasizes his support for certain political figures and his ongoing dedication to the WABC audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WABC Host Anthony Cumia calls into the program to talk about his views on current social and political issues. They talk about Cumia's success with the Opie and Anthony Show, his decision to leave New York, and his critical perspective on the city's leadership and policies. The conversation also covers topics such as the September 11 attacks, Cumia's take on the evolving political landscape, including the influence of Islamic leadership in U.S. cities, and the possibility of replicating his past radio show success under the right conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Mike Lawler calls into the show to talk about the government shutdown, criticizing the Democratic Party for holding up funding for pivotal programs like SNAP and WIC and for not paying federal employees. Lawler mentions the names of eight Democrats who opposed the filibuster and illustrates his belief that the Democrats intentionally prolonged the shutdown to harm the American people and blame the Trump administration. Additionally, Lawler discusses a successful effort to secure a presidential pardon for Mike McMahon, a retired NYPD officer, who was caught in a sting operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid starts with updates on US flight cancellations due to the longest government shutdown in history, affecting major airports. Next, he discusses Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announcing her run for New York governor in 2026, before expanding on criticisms of New York City Mayor-elect Mamdani's anti-Semitic policies. Following this, Rosenberg shifts to Nancy Pelosi's announcement of not seeking reelection and President Trump's reaction to that wonderful news. Finally, Sid delves into sports predictions for college and NFL games coming up this weekend. Alan Dershowitz, Brian Kilmeade, Elise Stefanik, Joe Tacopina, K.T. McFarland & Vickie Paladino join Sid on this Friday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joins Sid to officially announce her candidacy for Governor of New York, discussing her motivations and vision to replace current Governor Kathy Hochul. Stefanik highlights her track record of leadership and critiques Hochul’s tax policies, energy decisions, and handling of anti-Semitism. She also addresses Hochul’s controversial endorsement of Zohran Mamdani, framing it as a betrayal to New Yorkers. Stefanik emphasizes her support from diverse groups, including endorsements and donations, and underscores the need for stronger leadership in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Defense Attorney Joe Tacopina calls into the program for his weekly Friday morning appearance on Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lawyer & Former Law Professor Alan Dershowitz joins Sid to discuss the implications of Socialist Zohran Mamdani's Mayoral victory in New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

K.T. McFarland, former Deputy National Security Advisor, joins Sid for her weekly Friday morning hit to discuss her experiences and insights on attending the annual CPAC retreat at Mar-a-Lago, highlighting CPAC's impact on President Reagan and President Trump. She discusses the global influence of CPAC's conservative movement and the roles of other political figures like Tulsi Gabbard and Kristi Noem. McFarland predicts a challenging future for New York City under its current leadership, drawing parallels with the economic crises of the 1970s and speculating about a potential conservative resurgence in the 2026 gubernatorial election. She underscores the importance of economic turnaround for the Republican Party's success in upcoming elections and closes with lighthearted remarks about her travel plans and the Palm Beach Airport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NYC Councilwoman Vickie Paladino joins the show to talk about her recent electoral win in Queens and the broader election results, expressing disappointment over Kristy Marmorato's loss in the Bronx. Paladino criticizes the current and incoming city council members, particularly their stance on gang databases and other criminal justice issues. She emphasizes the challenges posed by the progressive faction and the need for more assertive moderate voices in the council. Paladino declares her commitment to transparency and accountability in her upcoming term, promising to publicly call out inefficiencies and mismanagement in city governance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices