Cindy Adams

Cindy Adams begins by juxtaposing the extravagance of space exploration against the economic struggles of everyday Americans before pivoting to a somber report on the precarious reality of life in Israel. The program transitions into an interview with Nazi Parvisi of the Museum of Food and Drink, exploring the history and humanity of New York’s street vendors and the cultural significance of immigrant cuisines. Finally, Adams concludes with a cynical look at the machinations of Hollywood management and celebrity gossip, reinforcing her role as a veteran observer of power, fame, and social friction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cindy Adams sits down with Nazli Parvizi, the president of the Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD), who describes the institution’s mission to educate the public through the universal and joyful lens of food. Located in Brooklyn, the museum avoids judgmental lectures on nutrition, choosing instead to humanize the food system by highlighting the diverse stories of the people behind our meals. The current exhibition focuses on the history of street vending, illustrating how waves of immigrants used food carts as a tool for entrepreneurship and cultural resilience to build iconic New York legacies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 mixture of personal anecdotes about Hollywood icons like Liza Minnelli and sharp-tongued commentary on economic inflation and shifting cultural standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 vendor breaches or difficult family dynamics, to ensure a seamless aesthetic for clients influenced by social media expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 modern state of the Church, noting a hopeful rise in youth engagement and vocations while remaining firm on traditional stances, such as the exclusion of women from the priesthood.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, where the high-ranking cleric discusses his transition into retirement, his upbringing in Missouri, and the enduring vitality of the Catholic Church.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, managing garment loans from designers, and navigating the fast-paced nature of modern fashion driven by social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 idiosyncratic personal anecdotes, ranging from the behavioral quirks of her pampered Yorkshire Terrier to historical reflections on the lives of political spouses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 everything from the modern airline industry and the frigid winter weather to the shifting cultural landscape of the United States.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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." Throughout the program, Adams weaves in nostalgic anecdotes from her long career, specifically recalling her exclusive access to the Shah of Iran during his final days in a New York hospital.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 book, Memoirs of a Gay Shah, while advocating for cultural assimilation and warning against the rise of radicalism.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 awards. Central to the text is the theme of professional mastery, explored through Allen’s technical dedication to magic and Adams’ own storied tenure at the New York Post.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices