Sid & Friends In The Morning

Sid & Friends In The Morning

Good mornings start with New York's most compelling morning show. Entertaining and Informative. Listen to Sid and Friends in the Morning everyday from 6AM-10AM on 77 WABC, starring Sid Rosenberg.

Episodes

July 30, 2025 10 mins
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 signif...
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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 mo...
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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
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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...
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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 for...
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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...
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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
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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
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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...
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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 ...
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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...
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July 29, 2025 20 mins
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 ...
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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 ...
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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...
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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 mo...
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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 M...
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Former Governor of New York David Paterson calls into the discussion to touch on the NYC Mayor's race, the focus on legal issues over substantive policies, the quality of life in New York City, and the potential impact of socialist policies on the city's governance if Zohran Mamdani is ultimately elected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Former Senator Al D'Amato calls in to discuss his support for Andrew Cuomo as the only viable candidate to prevent Zohran Mamdani, whom he sees as disastrous for New York City, from winning the NYC Mayoral race. D'Amato emphasizes the importance of uniting behind Cuomo to save New York City from economic and social decline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Former Governor George Pataki joins the discussion to discuss a wide range of topics, from the current state of New York City's education system and its decline in standards to the political landscape and upcoming elections. Pataki critiques the leadership of past and present mayors, including Bill de Blasio and Eric Adams, and expresses concerns over the policies of current mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. Learn more about your ...
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Former Congressman Peter King joins the program to criticize current New York City education policies, emphasizing the importance of meritocracy and the detrimental effects of lowered standards, before he transitions to his concerns over the potential election of a socialist mayor in Zohran Mamdani and the implications for New York's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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