Episodes

  • The Cindy Adams Show | 03-29-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 03-29-26
    Mar 29 2026
    Today, Cindy Adams blends intimate celebrity reporting with personal anecdotes and world affairs. The episode opens with a somber, firsthand account of daily life in Israel amidst missile strikes, contrasting the gravity of global conflict with the superficiality of New York City’s social scene. Following a humorous segment about her dog’s reaction to breed rankings, Adams conducts an extensive interview with Broadway legend Betty Buckley, exploring the discipline of performance, the evolution of theater culture, and Buckley's transition to a quiet ranch life. The broadcast concludes with a cynical look at the industry of personal management and the recycling of entertainment content, ultimately serving as a colorful, opinionated commentary on the resilience and eccentricities of the cultural elite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Betty Buckley | 03-29-26

    Betty Buckley | 03-29-26
    Mar 29 2026
    Broadway performer Betty Buckley reflects on her illustrious career and upcoming residency at Joe's Pub. She shares intimate anecdotes ranging from her impromptu first audition for 1776 to the humorous "out-of-body experience" of winning a Tony Award, where she famously forgot her brothers' names during her speech. The conversation explores the evolution of theater culture, touching on the challenges of modern audiences and Buckley’s disciplined use of meditation to manage performance adrenaline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 03-22-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 03-22-26
    Mar 22 2026
    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 American Kennel Club's breed rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • John Doherty | 03-22-26

    John Doherty | 03-22-26
    Mar 22 2026
    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 pressures of high-volume fine dining, sharing anecdotes about kitchen disasters and the meticulous standards required when cooking for presidents and global dignitaries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 03-15-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 03-15-26
    Mar 15 2026
    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 Broadway and legendary figures like Connie Francis to the "Armageddon" of global conflict and local urban decay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 03-08-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 03-08-26
    Mar 8 2026
    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 expressing disdain for the current state of urban life, which she claims is driving residents to relocate to small-town outposts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 03-01-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 03-01-26
    Mar 1 2026
    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 to critique the current administration's failure to support law enforcement following a public assault on officers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Tom Smith | 03-01-26

    Tom Smith | 03-01-26
    Mar 1 2026
    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 scripted responses and the Mayor’s history of anti-police sentiment, suggesting these factors contribute to a dangerous "tipping point" for the city's safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins