The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel

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Get Over It: Politics Is Math, Not a Moral Lecture. Lionel dives headfirst into current political angst, urging everyone to officially "get over it," and arguing that the GOP has forgotten how to fight. This episode is a wake-up call to weaponize confidence and control the narrative, because "politics is math" and persuasion. We confront terrifying, big-picture topics that dominate the future: global war, AI governance, digital currencies (CBDCs), hydroimperialism, eugenics, and biological threats. Lionel dissects radical agendas—like the abolition of capitalism, government control of health care, and police abolition—while tackling the existential structural squeeze facing young voters, including why housing prices are a "cosmic joke". Stop talking to yourselves! Join the debate on who is authorized to define "truth," exposing "misinformation," and exploring the depth of "Trump Derangement Syndrome". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode tackles the overwhelming polarization surrounding former President Donald Trump. Lionel and his callers debate the core reasons behind the intense dislike and the fierce loyalty he inspires. Is Trump’s refusal to follow the established "script" for leaders and his immunity to social shame what infuriates the left? Or does the negative press—criticized as being 98% negative—distort his true character and frequent, unpublicized charitable acts? The discussion navigates tricky territory, questioning if business manipulation is simply clever negotiation and arguing that America needs a "coldhearted bastard" who is superior in strategy to deal with despotic world leaders. Explore the depth of "Trump Derangement Syndrome" and the theory that his haters secretly envy and even like him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode tackles the impossible question: How do we engage the next generation in politics? Lionel explores the structural squeeze facing young voters, discussing the insane costs of living, why housing prices are a "cosmic joke", their hatred of the 'you will rent everything and like it' model, and the looming threat of AI anxiety. We also dive deep into election controversies, analyzing whether Curtis was a spoiler against Cuomo and Mamdani, questioning the viability of promises like "free buses", and dissecting the psychology of political loathing, from Andrew Cuomo to Donald Trump. Don't miss the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Lionel as he battles the proliferation of "misinformation, disinformation, [and] bad information," arguing against the very notion of who is authorized to define "truth". This episode dives deep into current events, exposing viral false reports (like a resurfaced flag desecration video falsely tied to a recent mayoral victor) and dissecting the far-reaching platform of Democratic Socialists of America. Lionel takes a firm stand against penalizing thought, expressing his strong disdain for "stupid hate crimes" that elevate penalties based on constitutionally protected speech. He challenges traditional right-wing political tactics, asserting that simply mocking and insulting opponents is ineffective for luring new supporters or recruiting the "next bench" of young leaders. Instead, the focus should be on exposing the reality of radical agendas—such as the abolition of capitalism, government control of health care, severe limits on private landlords, police abolition, and decarceration programs. Lionel asks listeners to look beyond the surface—the "pumpkin village" of public political theater—to understand the people who truly run the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel dives headfirst into the fascinating spectacle of current political hand-wringing and angst, urging everyone to officially "get over it". Lionel confronts the GOP's fatal weakness: it has forgotten how to fight, lacks any killer instinct, and suffers from incessant infighting. While others talk about old issues and labels that no longer resonate, Lionel pushes for clarity and inspiration to recruit the next generation.Stop talking to yourselves. The world is facing an existential threat. Listeners are challenged to grapple with terrifying, big-picture topics that dominate the future, including global war, AI governance, digital currencies (CBDCs), hydroimperialism, eugenics, and biological threats. This is not a moral lecture; this is a wake-up call to weaponize confidence, control the narrative, and realize that "politics is math" and persuasion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel offers an entertaining and informative post-mortem on the shocking New York City mayoral election, dissecting Zohran Mamdani’s narrow 50.3% victory. Lionel demands an adult discussion, cutting past the histrionics and caterwauling to expose the real story: the collapse of the old Democratic order. We analyze how national progressive networks ‘engineered’ this win and why competence (Cuomo's 41.6%) "landed flat" against ideology and promises of "economic justice". The crucial debate rages: did the 8% candidate Curtis truly affect the result? Finally, Lionel predicts that Mamdani’s universal rent control and free bus promises are headed for a "head-on collision with fiscal gravity", providing the opposition with an urgent strategy to frame the ensuing chaos as a necessary "return to order". Find out "what do we do next?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel dives into recent election chaos, discussing referendums against President Trump in New Jersey and Virginia, and analyzing the "ludicrous" outcome of local political dramas. Lionel dissects the dark arts of political strategy, expose the "intellectual laziness" surrounding misunderstood issues like Sharia law, and explore how politicians "sell a feeling" instead of facts. Join the conversation for an entertaining and informative hour that cuts through the circular nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel offers an entertaining and informative deep dive into the shocking aftermath of the Zohran Mamdani election victory. Lionel dissects the real untold story: Andrew Cuomo's fantastic, near-win, securing 41.6% of the vote against Mamdani's barely-there mandate of 50.4%.The episode predicts Mamdani's progressive promises (universal rent control, free buses, city-run groceries) are headed for a "head-on collision with fiscal gravity", leading to economic collapse and an exodus of the middle class. Lionel outlines a critical strategy for the conservative movement: harness the ensuing chaos as an opportunity to frame a "return to order" for the upcoming midterms. The conversation is packed with urgent political strategy, discussions on how public opinion is manufactured (from smoking to tattoos), and warnings about the appointment of "worst criminal judges". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NYC just shook the corridors of power. Lionel dives deep into Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral victory, calling it the most consequential political upset in decades. Mamdani's rise, hailed by progressives, signals the collapse of the old Democratic order and a transformation in what voters believe government should be. We analyze why Andrew Cuomo’s competence and specifics "landed flat" against a movement propelled by ideology, dreams, and promises of free buses and "economic justice". Plus, listeners debate the critical role of Curtis Sliwa, whose campaign split the anti-Mamdani coalition, and discuss the urgent need for a new strategy, leadership, and a "master of propaganda" for the opposition. Tune in for an entertaining and informative look at what the heck is going on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel is an entertaining and informative post-mortem on the recent high-stakes New York City mayoral election. Get past the histrionics, the caterwauling, and the blubbering: Lionel demands an adult discussion about the facts and the future. We dissect the narrow 50.3% victory—did the winner just "squeak by," mandate or not?. The debate rages over whether opponent Curtis, the 8% candidate, truly affected the result, or if his role was "absolutely no no effect". Plus, we explore the shocking reality of dismal voter turnout (below 50%), the power of national progressive networks that 'engineered' this win, and why traditional Democrats are scared out of their minds looking ahead to the midterms. Don't worry about the past—find out "what do we do next?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of The Other Side Of Midnight cuts through the noise of an election locked in a "circular time pattern", arguing that the stakes in New York City are monumentally high. Lionel dives into the tight mayoral race between Curtis Sliwa, Andrew Cuomo and the allegedly socialist Zohran Mamdani, with polls indicating a dead heat. Hear the exasperated, common-sense case for why politics is about math, not feelings. Lionel passionately argues that supporting the "absolutely brilliant" underdog Curtis Sliwa is a "protest vote" that will split the conservative vote and guarantee victory for the radicals. Learn why Mamdani's agenda—including rent freezes and "free transit"—is criticized as a "disaster" and an "existential threat" that puts New York on a fast track toward bankruptcy. This is a critical discussion about why voters must "hold their nose and vote" to "block evil" and choose improvement. Plus, sharp, legal truth bombs about Diddy, John Bolton being "absolute toast," and debating if DEI is officially "D E A D". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of The Other Side of Midnight hits the airwaves just as the polls open for one of the most closely watched elections in American history. Lionel delivers provocative, entertaining, and informative political discourse, drawing on common sense rather than strict party lines. Lionel and his callers debate the high-stakes strategy of voting to "block evil" by choosing the lesser of two candidates in the race against the scrutinized, allegedly socialist Mamdani. The discussion dissects the field, including Andrew Cuomo and the "absolutely brilliant" debater Curtis Sliwa. They also tackle the fiscal realities of proposed radical policies, like "free transit," which is criticized as a political trick that merely shifts billions in operating costs to taxpayers. Finally, Lionel reflects on the importance of political constancy, using figures like Trump and Hannity as examples of performative stability, and urges listeners to use their franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel tears into the bizarre dynamics of New York politics, asking if anyone can make a new observation in a world where voters must "hold your nose and vote". Lionel explores the tight mayoral race between Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo, dissecting Cuomo's independent bid and his party. Lionel analyzes the political calculation to stop Mamdani, debates if DEI is officially "D E A D", and examines the ego-driven motives behind running for public office. Plus, Lionel gives sharp, legal truth bombs about Diddy and declares John Bolton "absolute toast". Stay tuned for controversial caller takes on Democrats being "like children" and the puzzling lack of required voter ID. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel dives into the crucial New York City mayoral election, arguing that politics is about math, not feelings. Lionel passionately explains why the beloved underdog candidate, Curtis Sliwa, must be abandoned, as a "protest vote" will only hand victory to the radicals. Hear the exasperated case for why Andrew Cuomo, despite any personal grudges, is the only candidate with the resolve and experience to keep New York from sliding backward. This race is not about personalities, it's about survival, confronting the existential threat posed by Zohran Mamdani, and understanding that New York is too precious to lose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode cuts through the noise of an election locked in a "circular time pattern", where the same arguments repeat endlessly. The stakes in New York City are monumentally high. Lionel insists that the entire race boils down to one simple thing: keeping Mamdani out of office. With polls indicating a dead heat between Cuomo and Mamdani, every single vote matters. Lionel passionately argues that splitting the conservative vote by supporting Curtis will cause the city to fall into the hands of a radical candidate offering activism, not solutions. Mamdani's agenda, including rent freezes and city-run grocery stores, is nothing short of a "disaster" that would put New York on a fast track toward bankruptcy. This is a critical discussion about political psychology, common sense, and why choosing improvement is paramount to surviving the coming crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices