Cindy Adams

Cindy Adams

Cindy Adams brings her gossip talents to 77 WABC. Listen to Cindy every Sunday.

Episodes

The Cindy Adams Show | 03-22-26

March 22, 2026 • 54 mins
In today's episode, Cindy Adams has a detailed interview with John Doherty, the former executive chef of the Waldorf Astoria, who recounts his journey from washing dishes to managing the culinary operations of one of the world’s most prestigious hotels. Interspersed with this dialogue are Adams' signature monologues, which range from critiques of Oscar fashion and New York real estate scandals to personal grievances regarding the A...
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John Doherty | 03-22-26

March 22, 2026 • 22 mins
Former Waldorf Astoria executive chef John Doherty reflects on his distinguished thirty-year career, tracing his evolution from a teenage dishwasher to the leader of a massive culinary operation. He emphasizes that his rapid ascent to management by age 27 was driven by a commitment to personal initiative and the guidance of mentors who helped him refine his professional palate. Doherty provides a candid look at the intense pressure...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 03-15-26

March 15, 2026 • 48 mins
Cindy Adams blends personal nostalgia with sharp social commentary to offer her listeners a brief respite from a "lousy" modern world. She structures the program around a series of celebrity anecdotes featuring icons like Robert De Niro and Milton Berle, juxtaposing the glamour of "old New York" against the perceived incompetence of current political leadership. Adams navigates a variety of topics, ranging from the history of Broad...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 03-08-26

March 8, 2026 • 51 mins
Cindy Adams delivers a fast-paced monologue blending celebrity gossip, personal anecdotes, and social commentary. She highlights the upcoming release of Liza Minnelli’s intimate memoir, sharing private memories of their long friendship before transitioning into a critique of the economic struggles facing New York City restaurants. Adams explores the history of the Academy Awards and the evolving nature of red-carpet fashion while e...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 03-01-26

March 1, 2026 • 54 mins
Cindy Adams delivers a sharp-tongued commentary on the declining state of New York City and the cultural landscape of 2026. The broadcast is structured around the disappearance and sudden auctioning of celebrity memorabilia from the historic Friars Club, using these lost treasures as a metaphor for a bygone era of glamour and professional respect. Adams bridges this nostalgia with a candid interview featuring a retired NYPD officer...
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Tom Smith | 03-01-26

March 1, 2026 • 29 mins
Cindy Adams sits with retired officer Tom Smith discussing the eroding respect for law enforcement and the perceived failure of New York City's leadership to support the NYPD. Using a recent snowball attack on officers as a catalyst, Smith argues that a lack of firm consequences and "flippant" political rhetoric emboldens criminals while degrading officer morale. He specifically critiques the Police Commissioner's reliance on scrip...
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Samantha Curtis | 02-22-26

February 22, 2026 • 22 mins
Wedding planner Samantha Curtis discusses the evolution of modern weddings into high-stakes, multi-day experiences that function as complex status symbols. She explains that the planning process now often spans eighteen months and requires hundreds of hours of labor to manage elaborate custom builds, international logistics, and high-end entertainment. Curtis emphasizes her role in mitigating behind-the-scenes crises, such as vendo...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 02-22-26

February 22, 2026 • 51 mins
Cindy Adams provides a blunt critique of modern social trends, beginning with a lament over the perceived decline of traditional parenting and the rise of a disenfranchised youth culture. She transitions into an extensive interview with a high-end wedding planner to explore the excessive complexity and soaring costs of contemporary matrimonial celebrations, which Adams views with humorous skepticism. The broadcast concludes with a ...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 02-15-26

February 15, 2026 • 55 mins
Cindy Adams presents a lively mix of celebrity reflections on aging and an intimate interview with Cardinal Timothy Dolan. The broadcast opens with a series of bold, often irreverent anecdotes from public figures like Dustin Hoffman and Jane Fonda, using Valentine’s Day as a thematic bridge to explore romance and personal history across the lifespan. The narrative heart of the show is a warm conversation between Adams and Dolan, wh...
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Cardinal Timothy Dolan | 02-15-26

February 15, 2026 • 35 mins
Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on his transition from Archbishop of New York to retirement, emphasizing that while his administrative duties have ceased, his spiritual identity as a priest remains permanent. He offers a nostalgic look at his wholesome childhood in Missouri, credited to the "natural blessing" of a loving family and the "supernatural blessing" of his Catholic faith. Throughout the conversation, Dolan addresses the m...
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Benjamin Holtrop | 02-08-26

February 8, 2026 • 22 mins
Benjamin Holtrop discusses his professional journey from a student of photography and sculpture to a self-taught expert in celebrity wardrobing. He explains that his work revolves around establishing trust and collaboration with clients to elevate their personal style for high-profile events like the Grammys and red carpets. Holtrop details the logistical complexities of his role, including maintaining an emergency kit for mishaps,...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 02-08-26

February 8, 2026 • 54 mins
Cindy Adams offers a staccato commentary on the decline of New York City, lamenting the loss of iconic department stores and a perceived rise in social disorder. The narrative transitions from these cultural grievances to an interview with fashion stylist Benjamin Holtrop, where the dialogue explores the technical demands of dressing celebrities and the nuances of red-carpet logistics. Adams further populates the broadcast with idi...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 02-01-26

February 1, 2026 • 55 mins
Legendary columnist , Cindy Adams delivers a sharp-tongued and energetic monologue that serves as a love letter to New York City. She weaves together a chaotic tapestry of celebrity sightings, political jabs, and personal anecdotes, often using the recent expansion of the New York Post into California to highlight the perceived superiority of the East Coast. Adams utilizes her signature unapologetic and brassy persona to critique e...
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Reza Farahan | 01-25-26

January 25, 2026 • 23 mins
Cindy Adams interviews Reza Farahan, a reality television star who immigrated to the United States as a child following the Iranian Revolution. The dialogue explores his unique identity as a gay man with a dual religious heritage and details his unexpected rise to fame after manifesting his childhood dream of becoming royalty through the program Shahs of Sunset. Beyond entertainment, the speaker uses his platform to promote his boo...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 01-25-26

January 25, 2026 • 58 mins
Legendary gossip columnist Cindy Adams announces the geographic expansion of the New York Post into California, using the news as a springboard to celebrate and satirize West Coast culture. The broadcast transitions into an interview with Reza Farahan, a Persian-American reality television star, where they explore themes of immigrant assimilation, the current political unrest in Iran, and Farahan's personal journey as a "Gay Shah."...
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Jamie Allan | 01-18-26

January 18, 2026 • 22 mins
Cindy Adams explores the career and creative process of Jamie Allan, a renowned British magician currently performing his show Amaze in New York. The conversation moves chronologically, detailing Allan's early start at age five influenced by his show business parents and his evolution into a record-breaking performer who integrates technology with traditional illusion. Allan provides a rare look behind the curtain, explaining that ...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 01-18-26

January 18, 2026 • 52 mins
Cindy Adams delivers a spirited broadcast on 77 WABC, positioning herself as a quintessential New Yorker and a staunch advocate for the city’s enduring grandeur despite its modern challenges. The program functions as a fast-paced variety showcase, weaving together Adams’ sharp-tongued personal commentary, a deep-dive interview with British illusionist Jamie Allen, and a flurry of celebrity gossip from the National Board of Review a...
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Jorge Torres | 01-11-26

January 11, 2026 • 21 mins
In this interview, professional hand model Jorge Torres discusses the disciplined lifestyle and physical maintenance required to sustain a career in "parts" modeling. He details a rigorous regimen involving multiple weekly manicures, constant moisturization, and the protective use of gloves to prevent injury or weather damage. Beyond personal care, Torres explains the high-pressure nature of commercial production, where his hands m...
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The Cindy Adams Show | 01-11-26

January 11, 2026 • 52 mins
Cindy Adams provides a sharp-tongued, nostalgic look at the shifting landscape of New York City and modern culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mark Rivers | 01-04-26

January 4, 2026 • 22 mins
Cindy talks with CEO of Canyon Ranch, Mark Rivers. They discuss wellness and what people can find if they stay at a Canyon Ranch resort. https://www.canyonranch.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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