Bernie And Sid

Red Apple Podcast Host & Real Estate Mogul, Suzanne Miller, joins the program live in-studio on this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning with fill-in hosts John Catsimatidis and Curtis Sliwa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Dershowitz, lawyer & former law professor, joins the program to discuss the left-leaning bias in Harvard's faculty and the undue influence of foreign money on the university. He criticizes the anti-Israel and pro-Palestinian sentiments prevalent in academia and the media, using specific examples such as Harvard's Divinity School and various studies departments. Dershowitz also addresses misleading media portrayals of Israel concerning the Hamas conflict and refutes accusations of genocide against Israel. Additionally, he highlights the problematic support of anti-Israel stances among some Jewish groups and the influence of such perspectives on political campaigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Congressman Peter King calls in to talk about the controversial proposal to reintroduce the commuter tax to offset New York City's budget deficit and lament the mismanagement and wasteful spending in the city. King criticizes the impact of congestion pricing on small businesses, especially in Manhattan, and voices concerns about progressive policies that he believes harm taxpayers and small communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Les Goodstein, former publisher of the New York Daily News, joins the show to talk about the newspaper's heyday when it sold millions of copies daily, sharing anecdotes about legendary colleagues. Les details the impactful contributions of these figures and recounts humorous and personal stories.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Founder of Just the News, John Solomon, calls in to discuss revelations about classified intelligence expected to be released by Senator Charles Grassley, indicating that the FBI knew early on that the Russia collusion allegations against Donald Trump were a political dirty trick ordered by Hillary Clinton. Solomon emphasizes that the FBI pursued the investigation despite this knowledge, and he discusses the potential for a significant criminal investigation into these actions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Cox, Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, joins the show to touch upon the defunct commuter tax, past political dynamics involving key figures like Rudy Giuliani, Shelly Silver, Michael Bloomberg, and Bill de Blasio. Cox discusses the fiscal challenges facing New York City, including budget crises, housing issues, the impact of rent freezes, and the controversial proposal to reintroduce the commuter tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Executive, calls into the show to talk about the proposal of re-imposing a commuter tax in New York, which could heavily impact suburban residents already burdened with high property taxes. Blakeman emphasizes the financial strain such a tax would place on residents and the potential consequences of further driving people out of New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Peter Michalos, an MD Based in Southampton, NY, calls into the show to discuss the severe effects of sports-related brain injuries among youth, particularly from football and boxing, highlighting the dangers of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) resulting from repeated head impacts, leading to long-term cognitive impairments and neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Michalos emphasizes the need for proper protective equipment and presents statistics revealing the adverse effects on teenagers, including reduced IQ, mood changes, and increased risk of substance abuse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Otto Endeley, International Defense & Terrorism Consultant, joins the program to discuss a brutal machete attack in Congo that resulted in the death of 49 Christians. Otto, a member of the Pave the Way Foundation, details the atrocities committed by the Allied Democratic Forces, an Islamic terrorist group. He highlights an ongoing crisis in the region and acknowledges the U.S. Department's classification of the group as a foreign terrorist organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Tuesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, John Catsimatidis and Curtis Sliwa fill in once again for morning show host Sid Rosenberg. The duo discuss the tragic incident in which five people, including a NYPD officer, were killed by a gunman at the NFL headquarters on Park Avenue, sharing their condolences for the officer and his thoughts on the dangers facing the NYPD, before they shift to political and social issues involving the Democratic Party, crime in New York City, and the increasing presence of lithium-ion battery warehouses in Staten Island. Ed Cox, John McLaughlin, Peter King, Senator Kevin Cramer, Stuart Sullivan, Sid Rosenberg, Hank Sheinkopf & Vito Fossella join the show on this Tuesday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vito Fossella, Staten Island Borough President, calls in to discuss his career, key political views, personal anecdotes, and reflections on various socio-political issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hank Sheinkopf, President of Sheinkopf Communications, calls into the show to talk about the current state of the Democratic Party, highlighting its fragmentation and the potential takeover by the Democratic Socialists of America, also covering issues like the decline in religious and civic engagements, and the impact of social media on younger generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sid Rosenberg, regular host of Sid & Friends in the Morning, joins his own program as a guest while vacationing in Cyprus, to talk about his vacation with his wife Danielle, detailing their luxurious experiences in Greece and Cyprus. Sid then shifts to a somber tone as he addresses the murder of NYPD officer Islam last evening in New York City by a crazed gunman, reflecting on the dangers faced by police officers daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Cramer, Junior U.S. Senator for North Dakota, calls into the program to touch upon the Payment Choice Act, which aims to ensure consumers can pay with cash despite the growing trend of cashless transactions. He highlights the issues faced by people without access to credit cards and the elderly. Cramer also addresses the controversy over wild horse management in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, emphasizing the importance of these animals to the park's visitors and the successful advocacy efforts to prevent their elimination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuart Sullivan, Chief Philanthropy Officer for Shriners Children's, calls into the show to talk about the history of charitable deductions, noting that it originated with the War Revenue Act of 1917, before he discusses changes in tax laws, particularly focusing on the new standard deduction rates and the impact on charitable giving. Sullivan also addresses the decline in religious charitable giving from 62% in 1984 to 23% in 2024, attributing it to modern societal changes, concluding by highlighting the Shriners work in various countries helping children and the importance of better communication by charities regarding their societal contributions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pollster John McLaughlin joins the show to speak on his recent trip to Hungary, discussing challenges with accessing American media abroad, and comments on political figures like President Trump and Andrew Cuomo. McLaughlin touches upon the safety concerns in New York City, the importance of police presence, and the polarization of media perception, before he elaborates on polling methods, the impact of tax cuts, and the political dynamics ahead of midterm elections, including Trump's approval ratings and the challenge of winning over Democratic voters in New York for Republican Mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Congressman Peter King calls in to discuss his experiences traveling around New York City during his youth. He recounts how he and his friends rode various subway lines and buses with ease and without fear, shifting to modern-day issues facing the NYPD, including the shortage of officers and the scrutiny they face. King highlights the challenges and dangers police officers deal with today, including their economic struggles and the need for better pay and support, following a shooting in Midtown, Manhattan, last evening that resulted in five dead including a NYPD officer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Cox, Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, joins the program to discuss last night's incident involving the NFL HQ office in Midtown, Manhattan, being targeted by a gunman believed to have a neurodegenerative disease linked to his football career, and the broader issues of safety in football. Cox also touches on energy policies, discussing the high cost of electricity in New York City, the impact of Governor Cuomo's decision to close Indian Point, and the import of electricity from Canada. Additionally, Cox addresses natural gas production bans in New York, the legal battles over redistricting in New York State, and the political implications of population changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Lountzis, President of Lountzis Asset Management, LLC, calls into the show to touch upon his thoughts and experiences related to investing, market analysis, and the broader financial landscape. Lountzis shares his personal journey, strategies, and key lessons learned over his career. He discusses the importance of thorough research, understanding market dynamics, and maintaining a disciplined approach to investment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, John Catsimatidis and Curtis Sliwa fill in for the morning show host Sid Rosenberg as he enjoys a week-long wedding anniversary vacation in Cyprus and Greece with his beautiful wife Danielle. John and Curtis cover the upcoming mayoral race in New York City, the qualifications and electability of candidate Zohran Mamdani, the potential return of Andrew Cuomo, and the current Mayor Eric Adams. The duo also delves into broader issues affecting New York, such as the exodus of residents, the impact of new building regulations, and concerns about the city's budget and energy policies. The importance of quality of life, affordability, and crime reduction are highlighted as central electoral issues. Al D'Amato, David Paterson, Judge Richard Weinberg, Ed Cox, Paul Lountzis, Paul Zuber, Peter King, Suzanne Miller and Todd Shapiro join the program on this Monday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho