On This Ventilation Halloween Edition of The Other Side Of Midnight, Lionel confronts the New York City mayoral election, offering the ruthless tactical recommendation: vote for Andrew Cuomo to stop a dangerous globalist "virus" utilizing the Democratic party. Get ready for sharp critiques of political inertia and debates on the true meaning of "socialist" versus democratic socialist, alongside the critical importance of basic administrative duties like maintaining sewers. Shifting to high strategy, Lionel breaks down how Wills and Kay are leveraging game theory to "bounce" Prince Andrew and revamp the British Monarchy. Plus, a deep dive into the bizarre evolution of Halloween—from nostalgic, potentially flammable costumes to modern "trunk-or-treating"—including the strange reality of handing out gravy mix and hot chocolate packets instead of candy. Also featuring explosive theories regarding Princess Diana’s death, discussion of deep state tactics like Operation Paperclip, and hilarious true tales involving Cuban spies and exotic hutias. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel does a deep dive into the New York mayoral race, dissecting the path to victory (or lack thereof) for Curtis and the strategies surrounding Mamdani's rise. Hear heated debates on political strategy, alleged historical quotes (including the truth about Trump and slavery), and the true meaning of "socialist" versus democratic socialist. Lionel argues that basic administrative duties—like maintaining sewers and power lines—are critical political work, not "boring" non-issues. Plus, listener calls cover the bizarre evolution of Halloween (from simple costumes to parent drinking parties and elaborate, gruesome decorations), the dangers of ghost peppers in a backyard pepper challenge, and why the Prince Andrew scandal might be bigger than you imagine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join host Lionel as he debates the evolution of Halloween, noting how it has become "less cheery and more... death and skeletons". This episode dives into the changing traditions of the holiday, comparing nostalgic memories of potentially flammable devil costumes and unsupervised neighborhood trick-or-treating to modern, safer practices like "trunk-or-treating". Lionel and listeners discuss costume etiquette, strict rules (like age and time limitations), the weird candy people hand out (gravy mix, hot chocolate packets), and the classic fears of razor blades in apples. Plus, the conversation explores the seedy, dark underbelly of traveling fairs and examines classic monster themes, from Boo Radley to Frankenstein, as well as the strong family bonds of The Monsters and The Addams Family. It’s a mix of cultural commentary, strong opinions, and "Ventilation Friday". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel merges game theory and ruthless strategy to analyze the brutal political maneuvers surrounding the British Monarchy, focusing on how Wills and K are working to "bounce" Prince Andrew to revamp the institution. Lionel explores deep state tactics like Operation Paperclip, the ethical compromises required for strategic victory, and the alarming history of the royal family. Plus, Lionel breaks down critical election decisions (including why you should vote Cuomo), dives into explosive theories regarding Princess Diana's death, and shares hilarious, true tales of Cuban spies, exotic rodents called hutias, and the generational absurdity of carbon copy paper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel gives his analysis of the New York City mayoral election and confronts the widespread confusion and offers a strong, tactical recommendation: vote for Andrew Cuomo to stop a dangerous globalist movement. He argues that this movement—described as a "virus"—is using the Democratic party as a malleable host and has strategically selected the opposing candidate Zohran Mamdani. Lionel sees the vote as a desperate, non-personal strategy to "plug this hole" and prevent a political "flood". Expect sharp critique of the Republican Party's "inertia" and warnings to progressives about the inevitable need for law and order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel delivers a scorched-earth post-mortem, blasting political opponents for "ego-maniacal lunacy" and dissecting the rise of the "sock puppet" Mamdani. Uncover the necessity of the aggressive counter-strategy, Operation Radioactive. We analyze how tyrants seize control and reveal the ten tenets of the "Order of Renewal"—a manifesto demanding civic strength, realism, and truth, fighting entitlement and fractured families. Dive into cultural commentary, lamenting the loss of "OG" toughness (no helmets, no training wheels) while critiquing modern safety trends. Plus, master the art of negotiation and human "tells" learned during Matt Blaze's cutthroat career as a car salesman. Don't miss the harrowing personal anecdote of a severe pain attack suffered while shooting on House of Cards, plus brutal assessments of the bizarre NYC election race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel dives into a frank discussion about the mathematical odds of everything, from lottery jackpots (MegaMillions, Powerball) and winning elections to the chances of your own birth. Lionel and his callers dissect the bizarre New York election race involving Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa, brutally assessing why Curtis Sliwa should "know his limitations". Explore the ethical conundrum of loyalty versus reality when supporting a doomed candidate. Plus, uncover forgotten New York City phenomena (exploding sewer lids, vanishing car alarms, mysterious steam) and question our fascination with "cool" criminals, reflecting on famous cons, like Frank Abagnale, and the recent theft of French crown jewels from the Louvre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode navigates the frustrating chaos of the current election, featuring controversial candidates like Cuomo, Curtis, and the often-misnamed "Mom Donnie" or "Mudami". Matt Blaze shares personal, surprising career anecdotes, including his time as a cutthroat car salesman, detailing the science of putting a deal together and the necessity of cold-calling lease lists. Get an exclusive look at the challenges of working in talk radio and television, including the harrowing story of a severe pain attack suffered in Baltimore while shooting on House of Cards that culminated in a dramatic, screaming request for morphine. The discussion also touches upon the frustrating legacies of political figures, and the absurdity of poorly written movie quotes, such as "Love means never having to say you're sorry". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode delves into cultural shifts, lamenting the loss of "OG" toughness from childhood (no helmets, no training wheels) and critiquing modern safety trends like pool gloves and rodeo helmets. Lionel tackles politics, questioning the prospect of a "Mamdani mayoral ship" and the Governor's unprecedented power to remove a NYC mayor. Listen in for fascinating discussions on rhetoric, negotiation, and human "tells"—including car sales techniques where "whoever talks first loses", professional profiling at dealerships, and the linguistic loopholes Bill Clinton used to answer questions. Plus, powerful calls on faith, justice, and the art of the perfect customer haggle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel blasts political opponents for their haphazard strategies and ego-maniacal lunacy. Lionel dissects the rise of Mamdani, who is viewed as a "sock puppet" plucked from Central Casting, and outlines the necessity of an aggressive counter-strategy: Operation Radioactive. This episode demands a post-mortem ahead of time, analyzing how tyrants and despots achieve power, and reveals the ten tenets of the "Order of Renewal"—a manifesto for civic strength grounded in realism, truth, and responsibility, fighting against fractured families, entitlement, and the replacement of governance with performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s "Warrior Wednesday" on The Other Side of Midnight. This episode pits Lynn’s Warriors against the runaway train of Artificial Intelligence and transnational human trafficking networks fueled by open borders. We expose the horrors of sextortion (which often targets teenage boys), break down the crucial GUARD Act targeting harmful AI chatbots for minors, and reveal why Big Tech is spending over $100 million lobbying against accountability. Plus, a deep dive into the chaotic NYC election—the "greatest lab experiment" Lionel has ever witnessed. Lionel dissects the "policy of fantasy" behind radical concepts like free buses, rent freezes, and "paradise by decree," questioning if "reality still matters". Includes critical takes on flawed "restorative justice," the necessity of parental primacy, and a deep, passionate discussion on regional pizza styles—including why pineapple is absolutely revolting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel defends his philosophy of personal loyalty, insisting that political differences—even affiliation with figures like Donald Trump or views held by former colleagues like Curtis Sliwa—will not break true friendships. Lionel and his callers tackle critical issues, including the debate over gun ownership and self-protection in the black community, police accountability and consent decrees, and the fierce belief in parental primacy over public school discussions of gender, sexuality, and indoctrination. Plus, get ready for deep dives into pop culture, from the history of Lucha Libre masks and critiques of tribute bands to an extensive, passionate discussion of regional pizza styles—including the perfect Westchester pie, New Haven crust, and why pineapple is absolutely revolting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel tackles everything from the importance of wrestling in American history to the slow brewing speed of the coffee machine (a potential "conspiracy"). Dive into discussions about political legacies, including the fall-out of John Stewart’s return to media, the danger of policies like "free buses" and "restorative justice", and the need for proper administration over promises from mayors. Featuring an insightful call with a former wrestler known as The Black Demon who battled Andre the Giant, and a deep psychological profile of the "caped crusader" Curtis Sliwa, examining how his image might be tarnished by political association. Plus, listen to the wild call about 9/11 insider knowledge and the history of vigilantism and the "hue and cry". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's "Warrior Wednesday" on The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel, featuring Lynn Shaw of Lynn's Warriors, a national movement dedicated to protecting children and families from exploitation, trafficking, and dangers hiding online. Join the discussion where there is only right and wrong, because awareness without action is surrender. This episode tackles the fight against transnational criminal organizations, specifically human trafficking networks fueled by cartels and open borders. Lynn Shaw applauds President Trump's administration for addressing sex and labor trafficking more than all presidents combined. The core issue? The runaway train of Artificial Intelligence. We break down the bipartisan effort behind the crucial GUARD Act, which seeks to ban harmful AI chatbots for minors—digital "friends" that are harming children. Also discussed are the horrors of sextortion, targeted particularly at teenage boys who are embarrassed into silence, and the dangerous algorithms Big Tech programs to streamline sexual content right into your kids' devices. Discover practical, free resources like Bark and Gabb technology for safe digital boundaries. Finally, learn why Big Tech is spending over $100 million lobbying against accountability, and how community action and even simple boredom can save the next generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel declares the current three-way NYC election (Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa) the most fascinating story and the "greatest lab experiment" he has ever witnessed. This episode dissects the radical platform of Mamdani, who proposes "paradise by decree" with policies like rent freezes, free buses, and free childcare. Lionel argues this is not socialism, but the "policy of fantasy" where voters are choosing whether "reality still matters". Lionel breaks down why the economics of "nothing is free" leads to decay and chaos and examine the flawed concept of "restorative justice". Plus, a critical look at candidate Curtis's role as a potential "spoiler" and a delightful detour into the golden age of professional wrestling and kayfabe. You'll never have to wonder what the heck is going on here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel delivers an entertaining and informative show grappling with America's painful crisis of identity and cultural anxiety. He confronts the political use of labels like "racist," "Islamophobe," and "anti-semite," arguing these terms are now merely used to tell people to "shut up". The show debates the failure of assimilation, the threat of cultural replacement, and whether America is suffering from a sense of "Historic Alzheimer's". Lionel dives deep into the chaotic New York City mayoral race, debating strategic voting and dismantling progressive figures like Zohran Mamdani, whom he dismisses as a "poser" and a "sock puppet". Plus, intense discussion on Islamism (a political ideology disguised as a religion), the lunacy of policies like "free buses" and "rent freezes", and a highly detailed, mouth-watering interlude about the unrivaled excellence of Cuban food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel tackles why indifference is the worst thing in the world before diving into an intense critique of political figures, specifically Zohran Mamdani), whom he dismisses as a "poser", "synthetic," "inauthentic", and a "benighted moonbat". Lionel and his callers debate the lunacy of progressive ideology and policies like "free buses" and "rent freezes", arguing that Manmdani is a "sock puppet" whose promises are nonsensical and dangerous lies. The conversation also covers the legal impossibility of denaturalizing politicians and the difference between assimilation and "replacement". Plus, a listener call provides a heartfelt, detailed, and mouth-watering interlude discussing the unrivaled excellence of Cuban food and the differences between the Cuban and "Cuban mix" sandwiches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel dismantles the nonsense of label removal and addresses the fear governing public opinion, where dissent on topics like black veils or an "entire era" of men dressed as women leads to cries of "transphobic". The discussion gets heated with callers confused about election basics—specifically, why you can't vote for two candidates, Curtis Sliwa and Cuomo, on the same ballot for NYC Mayor, resulting in an "over vote". Plus, debates about candidate Mamdani, Sharia law, and the frightening state of New York City leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Lionel for an entertaining and informative hour grappling with high-stakes politics and cultural anxiety. The NYC mayoral race takes center stage as Lionel discusses the mathematical necessity of strategic voting—even if it means supporting Cuomo to stop Mamdani. Lionel explores the financial bind of Curtis Sliwa concerning matching funds if he drops out and take a look at the President’s visit with troops in Japan. The conversation turns deep and controversial: Is America suffering from a sense of "Historic Alzheimer's," losing its ethics, customs, and dress? Lionel and his callers debate the alarming concept of cultural "replacement" versus beneficial assimilation, drawing parallels from the Cuban "brain drain" and Mariel boatlift, and fears over Christmas markets in Europe. Plus, a caller details her frustrating experience with a malfunctioning voting machine, and another reveals the petty, shocking reason he is angry at Curtis Sliwa—it involves a deli counter and slices of ham that are far too thick! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel delivers an entertaining and informative hour focused on the painful truth about America's crisis of identity. The host confronts the political use of labels like "racist," "Islamophobe," and "anti-semite," arguing that these terms no longer mean anything and are merely used to tell people to "shut up". The core issue? The loss of American culture due to the failure of assimilation and the threat of cultural replacement. Lionel discusses the dangers of Islamism—a political ideology disguised as a religion—and reveals his shock when a staunch leftist friend decides to vote Republican due to the multiplication of "headscarves" in her neighborhood. Drawing on a list of countries (including France, Belgium, and Japan) that have imposed bans or restrictions on full face coverings (like the burka and nikab) for reasons of cultural cohesion and national security, the show debates whether we are in the middle of a cultural war. Plus, a deep dive into the New York City mayoral race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices