Episodes

  • Michael Castella: The Legal System Is Being Weaponized Against Trump Supporters | 05-17-26

    Michael Castella: The Legal System Is Being Weaponized Against Trump Supporters | 05-17-26
    May 18 2026
    Jake Novak interviews Michael Castella to highlight what they describe as the weaponization of the legal system against supporters of Donald Trump. Castella, a former fund manager convicted of securities fraud, argues that his prosecution was a politically motivated "Ponzi-like" characterization of a legitimate business that never received a single customer complaint. The conversation centers on the idea of a persistent "swamp" within the Justice Department that continues to target conservatives through biased New York juries and aggressive asset forfeiture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • Sandra Hackz and Susana Osorio on the Rise and Fall of Their Business | 05-17-26

    Sandra Hackz and Susana Osorio on the Rise and Fall of Their Business | 05-17-26
    May 18 2026
    Susana Osorio and Sandra Hackz discussing the dramatic rise and decline of the Dykeman Street business corridor in Inwood. The conversation highlights how these women transformed a once-dangerous neighborhood into a thriving hub for upscale dining and outdoor cafes, only to face a modern crisis characterized by skyrocketing rents and restrictive urban planning. The primary conflict centers on a city-mandated pedestrian plaza that the owners claim has decimated their visibility and customer access, leading to a staggering loss of revenue and staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Jake Novak: Ivy League Colleges “Game the System” | 05-17-26

    Jake Novak: Ivy League Colleges “Game the System” | 05-17-26
    May 18 2026
    Fernando Mateo and Jake Novak critique Ivy League universities for amassing massive endowments while failing to improve the struggling public education systems in their surrounding communities. They argue that these elite institutions operate as tax-exempt entities and major landowners, yet they "game the system" by prioritizing status and endowment growth over genuine social responsibility. The speakers propose that government officials should threaten their tax privileges unless these schools direct a portion of their wealth toward building and managing high-quality private or charter schools in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Prof. Pamela Nadell: Anti-Semitism Is an American Tradition | 05-17-26

    Prof. Pamela Nadell: Anti-Semitism Is an American Tradition | 05-17-26
    May 17 2026
    Andrew Cuomo and Pamela Nadell explore the historical continuity of anti-Semitism as an American tradition, linking past "swastika epidemics" to the modern surge of hostility following the October 7th attacks. The conversation highlights a conflation of anti-Zionism with anti-Semitism, noting how political activism has increasingly crossed the line into targeting Jewish institutions and individuals. While the host suggests that this animosity is a temporary byproduct of the Israel-Palestine conflict, Nadell offers a more pessimistic outlook, arguing that the lack of a viable political solution ensures the issue will persist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • Mark Halperin Discusses the Top Issues in Politics | 05-17-26

    Mark Halperin Discusses the Top Issues in Politics | 05-17-26
    May 17 2026
    Andrew Cuomo hosts political analyst Mark Halperin to dissect the high-stakes landscape of the upcoming midterm elections and the volatility of American foreign policy. The dialogue centers on the Republican strategy of framing the election as a choice between individual candidates rather than a referendum on Donald Trump’s polarizing leadership, while Cuomo warns that the Democratic Party may struggle due to its pivot toward far-left ideologies. A significant portion of the conversation is dedicated to the conflict with Iran, specifically the strategic deadlock surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and the resulting economic pressure of rising domestic fuel prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 mins
  • Andrew Cuomo: How I Would Handle the LIRR Strike | 05-17-26

    Andrew Cuomo: How I Would Handle the LIRR Strike | 05-17-26
    May 17 2026
    Regarding the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike, Former Governor Andrew Cuomo argues that the Metropolitan Transit Authority is structurally designed to provide politicians with plausible deniability, allowing them to distance themselves from unpopular outcomes like fare hikes or labor disputes. He advocates for a hands-on executive approach, asserting that the sitting governor must abandon bureaucratic mediation and personally take responsibility at the negotiating table to reach a resolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • Andrea Stricker on the Current U.S. Strategy Toward Iran | 05-17-26

    Andrea Stricker on the Current U.S. Strategy Toward Iran | 05-17-26
    May 17 2026
    Andrew Cuomo and expert Andrea Stricker evaluate the efficacy of the current U.S. strategy toward Iran, contrasting recent military successes with the difficulty of securing a lasting diplomatic resolution. While the speakers acknowledge that joint U.S. and Israeli military strikes have significantly degraded Iran’s nuclear infrastructure and delayed their weapons capabilities by years, they remain skeptical that air strikes alone provide a permanent solution. The central theme is the necessity of total capitulation, specifically requiring Iran to accept intrusive international monitoring and the complete removal of enriched uranium, which the speakers fear the regime will resist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • Bruce Blakeman: Kathy Hochul’s Administration Has Been a Failure of Leadership | 05-17-26

    Bruce Blakeman: Kathy Hochul’s Administration Has Been a Failure of Leadership | 05-17-26
    May 17 2026
    Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman outlines his platform for the New York gubernatorial race, framing the current administration as a failure of leadership characterized by economic decline and social instability. Blakeman argues that the state is "upside down" due to excessive taxation, high utility costs, and a lack of support for law enforcement, contrasting these issues with his own record of safety and fiscal responsibility in local government. His campaign promises center on a "common-sense" approach that includes ending sanctuary state policies, pardoning a convicted officer, and prioritizing the needs of local workers over migrants. By positioning himself as a necessary disciplinarian against far-left politicians, Blakeman seeks to restore the "Empire State" through a blend of economic development and a strict adherence to American values. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins