Bernie And Sid

On this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid discusses the deaths of Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osbourne, contrasting their deaths with the tragic murder of 22-year-old Wisconsin grad student Elliot Hines, before he delves into former Congressman and now convicted felon George Santos' prison sentence beginning today, Ghislaine Maxwell and the ongoing Epstein Files fiasco, international politics and President Trump's recent successes in that regard, Curtis Sliwa's Mayoral campaign and the real estate panic in NYC due to socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani. Jeff Lax, Arthur Aidala, K.T. McFarland, Curtis Sliwa, Joe Tacopina & Suzanne Miller join Sid on this Friday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suzanne Miller, real estate mogul and Red Apple Podcast Host, joins the program on this Friday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Defense attorney Joe Tacopina calls in to express his outrage over Wendy Williams' guardianship situation, highlighting the lack of public understanding, and discussing a proposed 'Wendy's Law' to protect people in similar predicaments. Tacopina also shifts to political interference in the legal system, particularly citing recent cases involving President Donald Trump, before he discusses other notable cases, including his recent legal win for Yonkers cop Hector Cartagena, comparing it to high-profile cases he has handled. He criticizes judges, district attorneys, and political figures, emphasizing the need for justice and integrity in the legal system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curtis Sliwa, Republican running for Mayor of New York City, joins Sid live in-studio to continue his relentless criticism of his opponents in the Mayor's race, including Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo, and Zohran Mamdani, highlighting corruption and policy failures. Sliwa praises his own political campaign's momentum while deriding his opponents. 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 President Trump's economic policies and their impact on global trade, the current state of the Epstein case, Macron's issues with Palestine, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. McFarland highlights Trump's strategy of leveraging the U.S. market's power for favorable trade deals and pressuring the Federal Reserve for lower interest rates, before she emphasizes Trump's non-catering approach to international leaders and the effectiveness of his pressure tactics in diplomatic negotiations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Lax, CUNY professor and pro-Israel voice, calls into the show to discuss Columbia's lead anti-Semite Mahmoud Khalil appearing on CNN and refusing to condemn the terrorist organization that is Hamas. Lax then expresses support for Curtis Sliwa but acknowledges political realities and challenges in the election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur Aidala, criminal defense attorney, the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein case and its surrounding media frenzy. Aidala, who has represented Ghislaine Maxwell in the past, shares insider details and defends those wrongfully implicated, like Alan Dershowitz. Aidala also comments on other high-profile legal cases, such as those involving Harvey Weinstein and George Santos, highlighting the broader implications of public and media scrutiny on legal outcomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid discusses President Trump’s latest moves, and local New York City politics including Representative Mike Lawler's decision not to run for governor, the state of NYC policing and the upcoming mayoral race, the latest updates from President Trump and the media’s handling of various issues, and plans for a rally against Democratic Socialism in Union Square coming up this Sunday. Jim Kerr, Mike Lawler, Jack Ciattarelli, Bruce Blakeman, Ray Kelly, Bill O'Reilly & Brandon Straka join Sid on this Friday-eve installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Straka, conservative activist best known for founding the #WalkAway campaign, a social media movement encouraging people to leave the Democratic Party, makes his debut with Sid live in-studio to talk about his campaign encouraging individuals to leave the Democratic Party. Straka explains that the #WalkAway movement is inclusive of people from all backgrounds and has amassed over 750,000 participants since its inception in 2018. Recently pardoned by President Trump for his involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot, Straka reveals that he is moving back to New York City to fight against Democratic socialism. He announces an upcoming rally at Union Square aimed at uniting people across the political spectrum to combat the spread of socialism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly calls in to touch upon Eric Adams' tenure and his lack of positive contributions to the city as Mayor, before he discusses his support for Curtis Sliwa in the mayoral race, highlighting Sliwa's long-term dedication to the city. Commissioner Kelly also covers issues within the NYPD, including the appointment of Jessica Tisch and the challenges faced by previous commissioners under Adams. Kelly stresses the importance of maintaining high standards in police recruitment and the current challenge of accurate crime reporting. He ends by voicing his commitment to preventing the election of candidate Zohran Mamdani, asserting its critical importance to New York City's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Executive, calls into the show to talk about his reelection campaign, immigration policies, and local crime statistics. Blakeman reflects on his relationship with notable political figures and outlines his views on immigration, emphasizing a three-category approach to differentiate between criminals and law-abiding immigrants. He criticizes left-wing policies and highlights the successful crime reduction efforts in Nassau County during his tenure. Additionally, he comments on the controversial wind turbine projects in Long Island, expressing concerns about their economic and environmental impacts. Blakeman also touches upon potential gubernatorial candidates, stating his primary focus remains being the best county executive for Nassau. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Ciattarelli, Republican nominee in the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election, joins the show to talk about his Lieutenant Governor pick, Sheriff James Gannon, and crises such as taxes, public education, overdevelopment, and public safety in New Jersey. Ciattarelli rails against his Democrat opponent, Mikie Sherrill, and her policies deemed unpopular by law enforcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Mike Lawler calls in to discuss his decision not to run for governor, and his analysis of the political landscape in New York, emphasizing the importance of his role in Congress, particularly in fighting for New York and contributing to major legislative efforts. He acknowledges the difficulty of winning gubernatorial races in New York but believes in the significance of giving voters a choice. Lawler then touches upon other key political figures and races, including his support for Curtis Sliwa in the NYC mayoral race and the broader implications for the country if a socialist candidate were to win in Zohran Mamdani.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music Radio Hall of Famer Jim Kerr calls into the program while in the midst of a commercial break on his Q104.3 air waves to offer his thoughts on the death of Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid discusses his unwavering support for Curtis Sliwa in the New York mayoral race, despite planned meetings with competitors Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams coming up for the morning show host. Sid also delves into serious allegations against former President Barack Obama, accused of treasonous actions, a possible Senate run for Lara Trump, and the death of heavy metal rock star Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76. Frank Morano, Joe Benigno, Curtis Sliwa, Lara Trump, Alan Dershowitz & Scott LoBaido join Sid on this hump day installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott LoBaido, the Relentless Patriot, calls in for his weekly Wednesday morning appearance to rant about his most recent piece depicting Mayor Eric Adams and Candidate Zohran Mamdani as destructive influences on New York City, while advocating for Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Dershowitz, lawyer & former law professor, calls into the program to discuss the allegations of treason against Barack Obama, explaining the stringent legal definitions suggesting that while Obama may have violated his oath of office, treason is not an appropriate term. Dershowitz then moves to his departure from the Democratic Party due to its political actions against Israel and how it handles figures like Columbia lead anti-Semite Mahmoud Khalil, before he comments on the unconstitutionality of judges' decisions in appointing executive positions like U.S. Attorneys, emphasizing the importance of separation of powers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lara Trump, Fox News Host & daughter-in-law of President Donald Trump, joins the show to address speculation about her running for Thom Tillis' Senate seat in North Carolina, before she dives into the alleged sabotage by Obama and Clinton's camps against President Trump, and discusses the importance of accountability in politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curtis Sliwa, Republican running for Mayor of New York City, joins Sid live in-studio to talk about Congressman Mike Lawler's decision not to run for governor, which could ease Elise Stefanik's path to candidacy, before he delves into his opponents in the Mayoral race Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo, recounting his experiences and disagreements with them and his unique relationship with Cuomo and the controversies surrounding Adams, including his stance on marijuana legalization and association with controversial figures. Sliwa defends his Guardian Angels beret, representing years of dedication to New York City's safety, amid calls from potential Sliwa supporters for him to remove the iconic hat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports radio personality Joe Benigno calls into the program to discuss the legacy of the Washington Redskins and his disdain for the new team name, the Commanders, after President Trump said earlier this week that he wants the franchise to return to their roots. Benigno also covers the New York Giants' and New York Jets' training camps getting underway and potential quarterback changes down the road for both franchises, before he criticizes modern baseball management and players' performances, particularly those on his New York Mets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices