Curtis Sliwa: Campaign Challenges and Threats (10 min) | 10-06-25
Curtis Sliwa, Republican running for Mayor of New York City, joins Sid live in-studio the increased security threats he has faced, necessitating armed security for the first time in his campaign career. He attributes these threats to escalating rhetoric urging him to drop out of the race. Sliwa emphasizes his dedication to public service, recounting previous life-threatening incidents. The conversation touches on his campaign against Democratic candidates, criticism of former Governor Andrew Cuomo's policies, and his recent public appearances. The urgency for toning down aggressive political rhetoric is highlighted, alongside Sliwa's commitment to continue campaigning.
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Curtis Sliwa | Candidate, Mayor of New York City | 10-06-25
Curtis Sliwa, Republican running for Mayor of New York City, joins Sid live in-studio the increased security threats he has faced, necessitating armed security for the first time in his campaign career. He attributes these threats to escalating rhetoric urging him to drop out of the race. Sliwa emphasizes his dedication to public service, recounting previous life-threatening incidents. The conversation touches on his campaign against Democratic candidates, criticism of former Governor Andrew Cuomo's policies, and his recent public appearances. The urgency for toning down aggressive political rhetoric is highlighted, alongside Sliwa's commitment to continue campaigning.
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Moshe Shear, Daniel Braun, and Baruch Apisdorf’s Mission of Hope: Let’s Do Something (10 min) | 10-06-25
Moshe Shear, Daniel Braun & Baruch Apisdorf join Sid live in-studio to talk about their 'Let's Do Something.' They share their journey of founding the group after the tragic death of their friend David Newman at the Nova Music Festival in Israel. 'Let's Do Something' initially started as a support initiative for IDF soldiers and has since grown to include a defense tech incubator, a healing center in Thailand, and advocacy programs. Their healing center in Thailand aids Israeli soldiers and civilians struggling with mental trauma, and their advocacy efforts focus on reaching a wide audience. The group is currently conducting events at various US college campuses, including a significant memorial at Columbia University, to raise awareness and support. They stress the importance of free speech and the global support for Israel.
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The Great White Way could go dark. Another subway surfing tragedy.
The Great White Way could go dark. Another subway surfing tragedy.
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The Rita Cosby Show: Hour 2 | 09-24-25
Rita talks about how the New York City mayoral race is heating up as GOP candidate Curtis Sliwa claims he was offered money to drop out by wealthy people tied to Cuomo. Plus, serious allegations surface regarding frontrunner Zohran Mamdani's PAC, including claims filed with the Federal Election Commission concerning foreign money, straw donors, and a contributor linked to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Later, the conversation turns to late-night TV as Jimmy Kimmel returns to the air, offering a statement that was "far from an apology" following recent controversy. Tune in to the Rita Cosby Show for breaking news and analysis.
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The Rita Cosby Show: Hour 1 | 09-24-25
Rita talks about the horrific anti-ICE attack in Dallas that tragically killed a migrant and injured others. Rita argues that incendiary political rhetoric is inciting a dangerous pattern of violence. Rita analyzes how politicians, including Tim Waltz and Gavin Newsome, are being condemned for comparing ICE agents and law enforcement to the Gestapo or Nazis, contributing to an alarming 1000% rise in attacks on ICE agents. Rita discusses the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
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Moshe Shear, Daniel Braun & Baruch Apisdorf | Let’s Do Something Campaign | 10-06-25
Moshe Shear, Daniel Braun & Baruch Apisdorf join Sid live in-studio to talk about their 'Let's Do Something.' They share their journey of founding the group after the tragic death of their friend David Newman at the Nova Music Festival in Israel. 'Let's Do Something' initially started as a support initiative for IDF soldiers and has since grown to include a defense tech incubator, a healing center in Thailand, and advocacy programs. Their healing center in Thailand aids Israeli soldiers and civilians struggling with mental trauma, and their advocacy efforts focus on reaching a wide audience. The group is currently conducting events at various US college campuses, including a significant memorial at Columbia University, to raise awareness and support. They stress the importance of free speech and the global support for Israel.
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The Movie Cathedral | 10-06-25
Lionel describes a "subversive" experience: attending a packed, shoulder-to-shoulder 50th-anniversary screening of the documentary Grey Gardens at the legendary Paris Theater in New York City. He contrasts this powerful, communal event with the isolation of "binge streaming" and "digital dopamine drips". Lionel argues that the movie theater was once the "cathedral of American culture", an experience lost when "scrolling Tik Tok" or watching Netflix. Callers join the conversation to discuss the pivotal films—such as The Godfather, Network, and Jaws—that were "integral to your development" and "changed the way you thought".
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Hour 4: 76 Trombones Ruin Everything | 10-06-25
Join Lionel for an entertaining and informative discussion exploring the essence of film and storytelling. This episode dives deep into how the perfect blend of lighting, scenery, and music changes everything, debating why 76 Trombones could destroy a murder scene, and why the continuous addition of AI and CGI eventually causes the quality of storytelling to suffer. Lionel and his callers share insights on cinema history, from the profound nature of foreign films like The Seventh Seal and the genius of silent film greats like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton, to the shocking reality of movies like Deliverance and the emotional impact of Kramer vs. Kramer. Plus, hear a candid historical perspective on Hollywood figures like Rock Hudson and the evolution of open-mindedness.
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Hour 3: Slow Motion is Lazy! | 10-06-25
An entertaining and informative dive into the world of film. Everybody thinks they are an expert when it comes to movies, and this passionate discussion hits a nerve, dissecting not just films but how they affect us. Host Lionel and his callers rail against lazy clichés, such as slow motion, unrealistic gun sounds, and the use of stereotypical figure-eight binoculars. The conversation questions the difference between "justice" and "revenge," noting that justice is often just "getting back at somebody".Callers explore cinema's emotional impact, revisiting traumatizing childhood experiences from movies like Bambi and Old Yeller, and debating powerful classics such as On the Beach, Patton, and Easy Rider. They lament the decline of modern cinema, questioning why new thoughts and great screenwriters seem to have vanished. Tune in for an uncompromising look at the lost American experience of the cinema.
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Hour 2: Trunk Surfing at the Drive-In | 10-06-25
Lionel explores the power of film and cinema, asking listeners to share the movies that didn't just entertain, but made a real impact or changed the way they think. Delving into the importance of presentation—from listening to music loud to the communal experience of watching a film in a classic art house theater—Lionel laments the current era of "dopamine schllock" on personal screens. Callers discuss formative political thrillers like The Manchurian Candidate, the emotional weight of films like Sleepers and It's a Wonderful Life, and the sheer terror of The Exorcist. Also featured are sharp takes on conspiracy culture, including the Enigma Project and the real focus of the Epstein case (the financial aspect, not just "sex trafficking"). Tune in to find out if the days of truly poignant cinema are over.
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Hour 1: Grey Gardens and the Bygone Era | 10-06-25
The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel celebrates the lost art of the communal movie theater experience. After attending a packed 50th-anniversary screening of the classic, eccentric documentary Grey Gardens, Lionel explores why sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers to watch a "cultural relic" transcends today's era of "binge streaming" and "digital dopamine drips". The conversation pivots to pivotal films that fundamentally changed listeners—not just movies they liked. Dive into discussions about influential cinematic experiences like the groundbreaking production of The Godfather, the genius of Network, the independent charm of Fatso, and the visceral collective reaction to Jaws. It's an entertaining and informative look at film culture, the decline of American "high society", and why the theater remains the "cathedral of American culture".
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