Joe Tacopina | Defense Attorney | 10-17-25

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Defense Attorney Joe Tacopina calls in to talk about legal battles surrounding President Donald Trump in the past, focusing on the numerous indictments and investigations, and Tacopina's role in defending Trump. Tacopina criticizes public figures like New York Attorney General Letitia James and discuss the implications of her actions, before touching on his new role as a U.S. Army Ambassador and his involvement in supporting military personnel. The conversation shifts to the recent New York mayoral debate, expressing concern over the potential election of controversial candidate Zohran Mamdani.

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Andrew Cuomo Critiques: A Two-Way Race Amid NYC’s Political Triangle (23 min) | 10-17-25

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Andrew Cuomo, former Governor currently running for New York City Mayor, joins Sid to discuss last night's mayoral debate and his performance. Cuomo criticizes his opponents, including Curtis, whom he labels a spoiler put on the ballot by Republican Party bosses to ensure a victory for Mamdani. Cuomo explains his stance on various city policies such as Rikers Island and his practical approach to governance. He also addresses accusations against his administration while Governor, the role of partisan politics, and his concerns about the potential negative impacts of a Mamdani win on New York City.

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Andrew Cuomo | Candidate, Mayor of New York City | 10-17-25

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Andrew Cuomo, former Governor currently running for New York City Mayor, joins Sid to discuss last night's mayoral debate and his performance. Cuomo criticizes his opponents, including Curtis, whom he labels a spoiler put on the ballot by Republican Party bosses to ensure a victory for Mamdani. Cuomo explains his stance on various city policies such as Rikers Island and his practical approach to governance. He also addresses accusations against his administration while Governor, the role of partisan politics, and his concerns about the potential negative impacts of a Mamdani win on New York City.

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Eric Trump Unfiltered: Surviving Political Siege (9 min) | 10-17-25

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Eric Trump, Trustee and Executive VP of the Trump Organization & Second Son of Donald Trump, returns to Sid's air waves to talk about his new book 'Under Siege,' which has become a bestseller. Eric shares his experiences and the struggles faced by his family, including being heavily subpoenaed, facing legal challenges, and attacks from political opponents. He emphasizes the widespread frustration in the country and attributes the book's success to people resonating with these issues. Eric also talks about taking over the Trump Organization at a young age and the pressures he faced. The conversation highlights the broader sentiment against mainstream media and political corruption as perceived by Eric.

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Eric Trump | Trustee and Executive VP of the Trump Organization & Second Son of Donald Trump | 10-17-25

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Eric Trump, Trustee and Executive VP of the Trump Organization & Second Son of Donald Trump, returns to Sid's air waves to talk about his new book 'Under Siege,' which has become a bestseller. Eric shares his experiences and the struggles faced by his family, including being heavily subpoenaed, facing legal challenges, and attacks from political opponents. He emphasizes the widespread frustration in the country and attributes the book's success to people resonating with these issues. Eric also talks about taking over the Trump Organization at a young age and the pressures he faced. The conversation highlights the broader sentiment against mainstream media and political corruption as perceived by Eric.

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Athena Clarke: Challenges and Hopes for Brooklyn District 46 (9 min) | 10-17-25

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Athena Clarke, running for election to the New York City Council to represent District 46, makes her debut on the program with Sid to discuss her candidacy for Brooklyn's District 46 City Council. Clarke recounts her experience as a teacher at PS 207 in Marine Park and her dismissal due to refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting issues with vaccine mandates and safety. She addresses key concerns in her district such as crime, business regulations, and deteriorating public infrastructure. Clark also expresses support for Curtis Sliwa in the mayoral race and provides information on how listeners can support her campaign.

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Athena Clarke | Candidate, New York City Council District 46 | 10-17-25

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Athena Clarke, running for election to the New York City Council to represent District 46, makes her debut on the program with Sid to discuss her candidacy for Brooklyn's District 46 City Council. Clarke recounts her experience as a teacher at PS 207 in Marine Park and her dismissal due to refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting issues with vaccine mandates and safety. She addresses key concerns in her district such as crime, business regulations, and deteriorating public infrastructure. Clark also expresses support for Curtis Sliwa in the mayoral race and provides information on how listeners can support her campaign.

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Ego, Power, and the Surgery Smells | 10-17-2025

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Lionel eviscerates the concept of the American political "debate," rejecting the recent candidate event involving Sliwa, Cuomo, and Mamdani "Kabuki theater" and a "complete and total waste of absolute time". He exposes the media for "blatantly obvious" bias and reveals the true motivations driving political races: ego, power, fame, and money. Dive deep into political chaos, dissecting controversial proposals like "free buses" and defunding the police, and exploring what Curtis Sliwa must do next to win, including wearing his signature red beret for a "YouTube viral moment". But the show truly thrives on unpredictability—from analysis of viral moments and American Sign Language to serious forensic questions (Epstein, Charlie Kirk autopsy) and horrifying smells at the medical examiner's office. It's "Ventilation Friday," where calls range from Chicago bar pizza and flying a Blackhawk helicopter to a chilling, tense exchange with a caller detailing a decade-long murder ideation for perceived "justice". Tune in to share your genius and never wonder "what the heck is going on here" again.

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Episode 198: Shahar Azani, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat

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On the latest episode of Protecting America, Shahar Azani, Former Veteran Israeli Diplomat, joins Rita Cosby to discuss President Trump's historic peace deal, the release of all twenty living hostages by the terrorist group Hamas... and what is next for Gaza and the rest of the Middle East. 

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