Archives: Episodes

Hour 2: The Sock Puppet & The Squid | 10-23-25

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Lionel dives deep into a critical local election, arguing that the leading candidate, Zohran Mamdani is merely a "sock puppet" and a "symptom" of dangerous broader movements. Lionel relentlessly critiques economic and social globalism, defining it as an ideology that erodes national borders, promotes shared problems, and seeks replacement, not assimilation through measures like restorative and non-carceral justice. Lionel positions himself as the self-appointed "prefect of propaganda" to combat this globalist agenda. Featuring riveting and sometimes bizarre listener calls, the conversation shifts from high-stakes political strategy and election analysis to discussions of police defunding, the role of George Soros, the impact of political Islam, and whether strong, even "totalitarian" measures might be necessary to restore law and order and secure public safety.

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Hour 1: The Illusion of Debate | 10-23-25

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Lionel argues that recent "debates" are meaningless "televised theater" and "pageants" that do not move the needle or change any minds. Expect harsh criticism of Mamdani's policy proposals, like the "stupid free bus business" intended to protect bus drivers, and his poor optics, including his tie and distracting mustache. Discussions also cover the vulnerability of candidates who lack "love" from their constituency and the strategic necessity for rival Curtis to step down and create a "grand moment of solidarity" for the sake of the city. Lionel also lampoons people who cannot pronounce the candidate's name and questions the relevance of conventional polling.

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The Dominic Carter Show | 10-23-25

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Dominic discusses the aftermath of a final New York City mayoral debate between candidates Zohran Mamdani, Curtis Sliwa, and Andrew Cuomo. Dominic and callers overwhelmingly critique Mamdani as an "empty suit" and "pretty boy" whose momentum is faltering, noting a highly publicized, supposedly coordinated news leak that he would keep the current police commissioner as a desperate attempt to counter anti-NYPD criticisms. Conversely, Sliwa is praised for finally having a "strong debate night," and Cuomo is highlighted for his aggressive performance and a post-debate meeting with incumbent Mayor Eric Adams at a Knicks game, suggesting a potential Adams endorsement that could swing the election away from Mamdani. Despite Sliwa's strong showing, callers generally agree that he is unlikely to win, and his ego may prevent him from dropping out to unite the opposition vote against Mamdani.

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The Rita Cosby Show: Hour 2 | 10-22-25

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The New York City mayoral debate just wrapped, and the stakes couldn't be higher in a race the whole country is watching. Join Rita Cosby as she and her callers break down the final debate before election day, focusing on the current frontrunner, Zohran Mamdani. We analyze Mamdani's controversial proposal to send social workers instead of police officers to mental distress calls, a policy described by the host as "dangerous and often deadly". Discover the serious concerns that Mamdani, who was called an "unaccomplished" former rapper and Queens councilman, will allow protesters to "destroy New York". Listen to the heated exchanges, including Andrew Cuomo going after Mandani, and Curtis Sliwa comparing Mamdani’s resume to a cocktail napkin. With the anti-Mamdani vote currently split and Mamdani "handily ahead" in the polls, the question remains: Can the race dynamics change in time to prevent Mamdani, who critics fear is anti-Semitic and a socialist, from leading the city? The future of New York is on the line.

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The Rita Cosby Show: Hour 1 | 10-22-25

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The final New York City mayoral debate was one for the record books! Join Rita Cosby for immediate analysis on the pivotal confrontation between frontrunner Zohran Mamdani and challengers Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. Mamdani, who holds a double-digit lead, was exposed as potentially an "empty suit" with "very dangerous ideas" when challenged on his affiliations with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and his stance on crime. Cuomo, positioning himself as the voice of experience, hammered Mamdani on public safety, contrasting Mamdani's plan to send social workers to potential crime scenes with his own promise to hire 5,000 new cops. Did tonight change the dial, or is New York City heading toward the abyss.

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