Sid & Friends In The Morning

Sports Radio Personality Joe Benigno joins Sid to offer his reaction to his beloved New York Knicks reaching the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor/Comedian Michael Rapaport joins Sid to discuss his beloved New York Knicks returning to the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Giuliani, Executive Director of the White House Task Force for the FIFA World Cup 2026 joins Sid to make the argument that Sid should seriously consider running for Mayor of NYC in 2029, before he expands on the news coming out of the FIFA World Cup leading up to the tournament's start in a couple weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Red Apple Media Podcast Host Bo Dietl joins Sid for his weekly Tuesday morning appearance on Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Civil Rights Attorney Brooke Goldstein makes her return to the morning show to talk about the interfaith rally to protest Mayor Zohran Mamdani, to be held outside Gracie Mansion from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Mike Lawler joins Sid to recap hosting President Trump in Rockland County this past Friday, where Sid was in attendance first row and once again got called up by the President to exchange a warm embrace between the two friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suzanne Miller warns that restrictive legislative proposals and new taxes are creating a hostile environment for international investors in New York City’s residential market. She argues that targeting cash buyers and foreign capital through measures like the pied-à-terre tax will discourage the very people who sustain the local economy, potentially leading to a loss of secondary jobs in sectors like hospitality and retail. The conversation shifts from these economic anxieties to a more casual observance of Memorial Day, touching on local weather, beach closures, and the importance of honoring fallen soldiers. Learn more abo...

Roger Stone comes on to discuss the economic and political landscape under a hypothetical continued Trump presidency, emphasizing a shift toward energy independence and lower interest rates. The hosts say it's because of the current financial optimism to falling oil prices and the leadership of a new Federal Reserve chairman, suggesting these factors could trigger a massive economic boom by the fall. He then goes on to praise Donald Trump as a strong, independent leader who prioritizes "America First" policies and acts as a steadfast law and order president in urban centers. The dialogue also touches on the solemnity...

Former Congressman Peter King joins hosts on WABC to discuss the political landscape of New York during a Memorial Day broadcast. The conversation centers on a perceived shift toward radicalism within the Democratic Party, with King and the hosts praising "common sense" figures like David Paterson while criticizing the current socialist leadership in New York City. A significant portion of the dialogue serves to bolster the gubernatorial candidacy of Bruce Blakeman, highlighting his strict law enforcement policies and his efforts to coordinate with ICE to remove criminal immigrants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Dr. Marc Siegel comes on to talk about current global health threats, primarily focusing on a modern Ebola outbreak in the Congo. The conversation highlights how war-torn regions and a lack of healthcare infrastructure accelerate the spread of disease, especially when local distrust leads to the abandonment of medical facilities. Dr. Siegel addresses the erosion of public trust in health institutions following the COVID-19 pandemic, criticizing past authoritarian messaging and outdated containment strategies while expressing hope for new mRNA vaccine technology to combat different Ebola strains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Fernando Mateo argues that the Hispanic community is driven by a deep desire for capitalism and self-sufficiency rather than government-funded handouts. He criticizes New York City’s plan to open a subsidized supermarket as a patronizing socialist program that insults local entrepreneurs and fails to address the needs of millions. Contrasting the current state of New York with the economic freedom of Florida, Mateo highlights how high taxes and radical policies are driving away business-minded immigrants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Catsimatidis and Dominic Carter and former New York Governor David Paterson, discuss the growing politicization of American life. The segment begins by criticizing the backlash against an New York Giants quarterback, Jaxson Dart for simply introducing a president, which Paterson uses as a springboard to lament the loss of bipartisanship and the rise of "Trump derangement syndrome." The conversation shifts to a critique of the Democratic Party’s apparent shift toward socialism, with Paterson and the hosts warning that a lack of moral leadership and historical perspective is leading the nation toward political tyranny and social division. ...

Bruce Mosler discusses the resilience and competitive edge of the New York City commercial real estate market despite the growing financial pressures on corporations. While acknowledging that Manhattan remains a premier global hub for talent and intellectual capital, Mosler warns that excessive taxation and a lack of public-private cooperation could reach a dangerous breaking point for major businesses. He stresses that city leaders must treat the private sector as an essential partner to solve urban challenges, particularly as firms increasingly weigh the costs of staying against expanding in more affordable regions. The conversation concludes by shifting from economic concerns...

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman outlines his gubernatorial platform, focusing heavily on public safety, law enforcement investment, and a hardline stance against criminality within migrant populations. Blakeman distinguishes himself from current leadership by proposing a compassionate yet merit-based immigration approach that includes a guest worker program while strictly opposing the use of taxpayer funds for illegal migrants. He aims to unseat Governor Kathy Hochul by building a diverse coalition of voters across New York, specifically targeting minority communities and entrepreneurs who prioritize lower taxes, parental rights in education, and reduced utility costs. Throughout the discussion, Blakeman emphasizes a return...

On this Memorial Day, John Catsimatidis, Jake Novak and Dominic Carter fill in for Sid for the day and interview numerous political figures in New York and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid reminds his listeners ahead of Monday's Memorial Day that the federal holiday is not all about flipping burgers and chugging beers, but more about honoring the fallen warriors that have paid the ultimate price for the freedom that allows us to flip those very burgers and chug those very beers. In other news of the day, Stephen Colbert said goodbye to "The Late Show" last night in the franchise's finale after a 33-year run, President Trump is heading to Rockland County today in what will be the first...

Medal of Honor recipient Colonel Jack Jacobs makes his return to the morning show with Sid to preview Monday's recognition of Memorial Day across the United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Mike Lawler joins Sid to preview today's appearance from President Trump in Rockland County, where Sid will be in attendance thanks to a VIP invite from our favorite Congressman in Mike Lawler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Deputy National Security Advisor K.T. McFarland joins Sid for her weekly Friday morning appearance on Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Congressman George Santos makes his return to the morning show on this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices