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Bold. Unfiltered. Provocative. The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel dives headfirst into the stories shaping our world including politics law media and the shifting dynamics of American culture. Hosted by Emmy Award winning legal and media analyst Lionel the show challenges conventional narratives and explores the undercurrents of power and influence with fearless commentary and razor sharp wit. With decades of broadcasting experience and a loyal online following Lionel brings his signature style combining intellect satire and showmanship to the 77 WABC airwaves. Listen to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel on weeknights from 1AM to 5AM.

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The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel tackles the disturbing convergence of technology and total control. Get ready for the demise of 21st-century marriage: Lionel predicts we will soon be marrying bots. Lionel explores why people will choose digital counterparts in structures like an "LLC Marriage," and warn about the dangerous seduction of lifelike androids (AF79).Brace for the chilling reality of a fully cashless society. Lionel proclaims: Cash is freedom. Learn how Digital ID and traceable transactions make your digital fingerprint the key to a 24/7 panopticon and total surveillance. Lionel dissects the ultimate frontier: Digital Immortality (Uare.ai), creating personal AIs that preserve voice and memory. This merges with Nobel science suggesting consciousness is quantum data that survives bodily death.Finally, the political shifts: Dissecting new Epstein estate emails that undercut the Trump smear, analyzing why Washington is just "Hollywood" for the power-hungry, and exposing controversial theories about Democratic slush funds and celebrity children. Plus, a crucial warning about new AI chatbot toys found to discuss sexually explicit topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel delivers entertaining and informative analysis dedicated to telling the "truth that never nobody else talks about". This episode dissects the latest political, technological, and cultural shifts. We dive into the new batch of Epstein estate emails that mentioned President Trump, revealing how the documents actually undercut the smear, reinforce that the alleged key victim exonerated Trump, and expose political schemes by Michael Wolf and selective Democratic leaks. Next, explore the cutting edge of tech: Neuralink, Elon Musk's tiny brain chip designed to restore function and create a brain interface, and Palantir, the powerful data integration company that builds gigantic, searchable, predictive programs for governments and intel agencies. Finally, get a crucial consumer warning about new AI chatbot toys found to discuss sexually explicit topics, offer advice on finding matches or knives, and exhibit limited or no parental controls. Don't miss this panoply of subjects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel tackles the disturbing convergence of technology and total control. This hour explores When AI Learns Love: from the 1964 sci-fi sitcom My Living Doll to the modern threat of lifelike androids (AF79) and the rise of transhumanistic marriages. Lionel warns that mechanical affection is a dangerous seduction where bots recognize and prey upon human vulnerabilities. Then, brace for the chilling reality of a fully cashless society. With Apple introducing Digital ID and the surprising difficulty of using legal cash, we are marching toward a world where your every transaction is traceable. Lionel proclaims: Cash is freedom. Understand why your digital fingerprint is the key to a 24/7 panopticon and total and complete surveillance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel dives into the ultimate frontier: Digital Immortality. Lionel explores Uare.ai (formerly Eternos), the self-funded platform designed to preserve a person's voice, memories, and unique personality so loved ones can interact with them after death. But as personal AIs learn and potentially become "better than human", how do we regulate a technology that could induce psychotic episodes in the bereaved or be weaponized by voices claiming to be God? Then, Lionel merges the scientific with the spiritual, discussing how Nobel physicists and researchers at the Max Planck Institute suggest consciousness is quantum data stored in a nonphysical field that survives bodily death. Finally, the hour tackles the inevitable: the demise of marriage. When AI figures out love and robots develop the capacity to emulate human emotion down to the capillary bursting, people will choose to marry their digital counterparts—perhaps under an "LLC Marriage" structure. Tune in to understand how reality is being rewritten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel tackles the most stupid system we live in, starting with a scathing loathing of politicians who shut down the government over nothing. He argues that Washington is just "Hollywood" for people who want to be stars, sexy, and rich, not servants. Next, prepare for a deep dive into the latest iteration of AI/AGI, focusing on a strange and sick new device that will blow your mind. This leads to the future of love: Lionel predicts we will soon be marrying bots, guaranteed, as Gen Zers struggle with the notion of 21st-century marriage. The conversation takes a controversial turn, examining why we bother talking about the Epstein story when nothing ever happens, and comparing the case to the acquittal of Diddy on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Finally, a look at the Hollywood elite and the theory that the unusually high rate of celebrity children identifying as transgender might be due to a Democratic slush fund or payoff because Hollywood is "dead" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's Warrior Wednesday, join Lionel and Lynn Shaw of Lynn’s Warriors as they move from outrage to action against threats aimed at children and families. This week, they expose the biggest threat: Artificial Intelligence (AI), detailing how machine reliance fuels the Dunning-Kruger effect and covering lawsuits against companies like Character AI for bots suggesting self-harm. Learn about the fight to repeal Big Tech's shield, Section 230, and warnings about AI cameras implanted in holiday toys. Plus, Lionel dives into Tucker Carlson's sensational claim of being physically mauled by a demon—was it a spiritual confrontation or documented neurological phenomena like night terrors? We debate the rising cultural rot and the need for a spiritually resonant message beyond politics. We connect the dots on the enduring financial power of the Federal Reserve, distinguishing between the "shadow government" and the Deep State. Finally, laugh along as we confront the hilarious realities of aging, ageism, and the trauma of childhood chores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel confronts the hilarious realities of aging, where "old coots" and "codgers" grapple with ageism in America and the sudden onset of physical limitations. From trying to snag senior discounts and reminiscing about traumatic childhood chores like pushing the loud, smoky lawnmower or cleaning the toilets, to analyzing the "dynamo" energy of Donald Trump and dissecting the agony of the worst concerts ever. Plus, discover why one caller actually loves going to the laundromat and Lionel shares his official "shoot me list". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel defines the "shadow government"—the collective term for powerful forces—and distinguishes it from the Deep State. Lionel delves into the enduring mystery and financial power of the Federal Reserve, debating whether this central bank, which is untouchable by the President, controls everything from elections to calamity. The show also explores controversial figures and media, suggesting that applying inverse operant conditioning (extinction) is the best way to deal with perceived stupidity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel dives into the sensational claim made by Tucker Carlson that he was physically mauled by a demon while asleep in bed, waking up gasping for air and covered in blood and claw marks down his sides. While his wife and four dogs remained unscathed and unawwakened, Carlson claims the traumatic encounter fundamentally changed his worldview. Lionel explores competing explanations: Was this a real-life spiritual confrontation between good and evil, or a case of documented neurological phenomena like night terrors and hypnogogic hallucinations? The discussion pivots to the perceived cultural rot and rising sense of invisible hostility felt by millions, arguing that the depravity and active force of evil seen in modern society—particularly in the targeting of children—suggests a struggle that transcends traditional politics. Plus, an update on the latest Congressional efforts to recriminalize intoxicating hemp-derived products like Delta 8. Tune in to hear why Lionel believes a new, spiritually resonant message is needed for a society grappling with chaos and searching for meaning beyond the usual political strains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Lionel and Lynn Shaw of Lynn’s Warriors on Warrior Wednesday as they slow down, look at the facts, and move from outrage to action against the new threats aimed straight at our children and families. This week, the focus is the biggest threat: Artificial Intelligence (AI). They connect the dots on how relying on AI—which they stress are simply machines, not real—is fueling the Dunning-Kruger effect, making users overconfident and less wise. Lionel and Lynn expose the dark side of AI, including the interstitial dangers of bots that learn from children, turn, and suggest self-harm. Learn why these chat programs are now being treated as a harmful product in lawsuits against companies like Character AI. The discussion covers the ethical responsibility to curb unchecked technology, including the need for "ethical AI" championed by the Pope, and the fight to repeal Big Tech's shield, Section 230. Plus, a warning about AI cameras being implanted in children's toys this holiday season, and international updates on Sweden’s screen rollback and Germany’s shift on sex work laws. Hiding is not an option; education and action are the only way to affect change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Lionel opens with Trump’s mass pardons of Giuliani, Eastman, Meadows, Jenna Ellis, and more, then asks why the right still refuses to be truly ruthless with its enemies. He talks about what real political housecleaning should look like, from George C. Marshall firing generals to the need to fire useless advisers and strategists today. A furious takedown of Nikki Glaser’s SNL monologue about Epstein and sex trafficking turns into a broader indictment of a rotten comedy culture, contrasted with stories of Pat Cooper, classic roasts, and callers who remember when jokes were sharp without being sick. Along the way, Lionel reminds listeners that if you want to beat the left, you need moral clarity, cultural standards, and the guts to crush bad actors, not just complain about them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel exposes what he calls Zohran Derangement Syndrome, the habit of throwing labels at Zohran Mamdani instead of challenging his ideas with substance. He breaks down Mamdani’s feel good proposals like free buses, city run grocery stores, open ended sanctuary policies, and softer policing, and explains why these promises connect with young voters who are struggling with affordability and crime. Lionel argues that the right keeps losing because it refuses to persuade, refuses to offer clear solutions, and keeps repeating the same talk that moves no one. Callers jump in as Lionel lays out a simple plan. Stop the reflex. Start making the case. Win the argument by giving people something real to believe in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel navigates through a variety of topics including the potential conclusion of the government shutdown, the cultural impact of music legends like Jimi Hendrix, Chicago, and Billy Joel, as well as personal stories from listeners. The discussion shifts from the political landscape to the essence of music, touching on bands like Chicago, the Allman Brothers, and the phenomenon of live concerts. Personal anecdotes highlight experiences in Vietnam, the life of performers, and the appreciation of artistry across decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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ID29732807

Does this dude ever take a phone call?

Jul 13th
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Doug Dennington

that mural of Dante right in uptown Minnesota is fading and it will be down soon and no one will know his name. Kim did her time and she's been out now longer than she was in. everyone's moved on except for Dante's family, and no one cares. the new cycle has cycled and they're out of the spotlight. your 15 minutes of fame are up and no one cares

Apr 21st
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Doug Dennington

Dante Wright would have done zero jail time. and now he's dead due to his actions. he would have gotten a ticket or community service whatever. he's never coming home because of his actions that day. the officer should have never been charged. She did her time, and now she's been out for as long as she was in the end of tstory. the long arm of Justice is a patient arm. she's done her time and moved on, something Dante can never do. besides a mural on a window in uptown, mn. people have forgotten

Apr 21st
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Doug Dennington

the long arm of the law is a patient one. yes, things here in Minneapolis ran Buckwild for a few years, but gradually people are starting to pay the price. if anything innocent people are paying the price for morons of the past. Justice never forgets, and the cops have the ultimate power. if you think cops don't have a vendetta, then you're a fool. they will get their Revenge

Apr 21st
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Doug Dennington

you're never going to get through to people like Ed. every cop in this altercation was railroaded. I really feel sorry for the one guy who it was his second or third day on the job, and he did prison time with a plea bargain. you're trying to listen to your superiors so if anything the other cops should have been not held accountable but again when everyone's getting railroaded everyone will be railroaded.

Apr 21st
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Doug Dennington

first of all, pronounce his name correctly. secondly, he was railroad. George Floyd was in the car and begged to be taken out. the mistake was taking him out of the car after they had him contained. he obviously swallowed the drugs he had on him. he was dying from that moment going forward whether there was a knee on his neck or not he had too much drugs in his system

Apr 21st
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Doug Dennington

he didn't know the Washington Elite was so freaking terrible when he came into office he was new to Washington now he knows so we're going to see what's up. it's not fair because Trump in the beginning in 2016 was too gullible to likable to trustable on these tyrants now he knows what's up and we're going to get the Trump Administration that we have been waiting for

Nov 12th
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Doug Dennington

Overcharged? Ask the victims, parents of the victims, or put yourself in the victims place. As a high schooler going through puberty, there should be 0 tolerancs for homosexual locker room hazing. How dare you justify this outrageously inappropriate behavior.

Oct 29th
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Doug Dennington

CNN to Kennedy: Scram weirdo

Jun 27th
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Doug Dennington

thank you paul! I couldn't have said it any better myself. a simple Google search will explain all of this. it drives me crazy that they are asking answerable questions with a simple Google search but they're spending half an hour dancing around acting as if they don't have the answer when it would take less than a minute to figure out the digestion issue with swimming in the pool after eating

Jun 21st
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Doug Dennington

I'm literally screaming at my radio. it's not about cramping it's about indigestion and throwing up in the pool that is the issue. yes, wait 30 to 60 minutes before swimming after eating! Once someone pukes in the pool, the party is over. Why risk it?

Jun 21st
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Doug Dennington

wait 30 minutes before entering the pool after eating so that your body has time to digest the food properly. if you go swimming within 30 minutes you'll have indigestion and possibly even puke in the pool

Jun 21st
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Doug Dennington

Enoooough about Kennedy. How much does he pay you to put any positive spin on his bid for the White House? Maybe if he didn't sound like he's choking on razor blades when he spoke, but he does. He's hard to listen to.

Jun 5th
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Doug Dennington

Leo's bumper music: Taps🤣 I kid, I kid!

Jun 5th
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Doug Dennington

Michelle Obama would never run for president because she would be exposed for being a guy named Michael, so she's out of the picture indefinitely

May 24th
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Doug Dennington

wouldn't the pandemic and isolation increase reading? why would reading decrease when everyone is isolated and locked in their homes? it doesn't make sense. and Kennedy would have done what Trump did because that's what had to happen it wasn't Trump's call to shut down the country or keep it open, it's what had to be done at the time when no one knew what was going on, looking through the lens of hindsight isn't fair

May 18th
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Doug Dennington

his stumping for Kennedy every episode is about to cost him a listener. It just gets old hearing how wonderful someone is when clearly they are not. it's a disservice to the public to only mention someone's accomplishments or the good things about that person without mentioning their shortcomings and terrible things they've done in their past political life. Biden is not such a bad guy once you take away all the disgusting racial stuff from the 80s and '90s that he said and policies he passed.

May 18th
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Doug Dennington

can't seem to get through one episode without a Robert Kennedy ramble. it's getting tiresome and is turning me off to the show

May 18th
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Doug Dennington

enough with the Kennedys fiasco. he's not going to be president Let It Go quit wasting your show talking about it get on to the good stuff

May 16th
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Doug Dennington

after the parents die autistic and people with Down Syndrome are sent away into homes to never be heard or see from again. it's really sad. have you ever seen an adult person with Down Syndrome out and about in your town? I haven't.

May 7th
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