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The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel

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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...

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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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English


Episodes
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AI, CBDCs, and the Antichrist | 03-12-26

3/12/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight, the unfiltered late-night show where host Lionel dives into the dark, provocative, and wildly bizarre underbelly of modern culture. In this chaotic and eclectic ride, no topic is off-limits. Prepare to have your reality shaken as Lionel connects the rise of Artificial Intelligence and Central Bank Digital Currency to the coming of the Antichrist. But that's just the beginning—the show swings wildly from the lip-syncing illusions of Hollywood and Milli Vanilli to the terrifying, bone-crunching realities of professional wrestling. Throw in 9/11 conspiracies, hilarious horror stories of bombing at stand-up comedy open mics under heat lamps, the "Faux Paul" McCartney theory, and even a casual claim about spotting the devil at an egg farm, and you have an unpredictable, mind-bending listening experience. Shake up your mental Etch A Sketch and buckle up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:03:17:51

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Hour 4: The Antichrist and Moms Mabley | 03-12-26

3/12/2026
Tune in for a chaotic and wildly entertaining late-night ride that captures the unpredictable spirit of a 1960s variety show. Host Lionel jumps effortlessly from deep theological debates about the nature of the Antichrist and the limitations of the devil's power to fiery critiques of classic comedy, including why John Belushi's samurai sketches are highly overrated. Along the way, the phone lines open up to a bizarre cast of callers sharing everything from stories about blowing up golf courses on the set of Caddyshack, to dire warnings about EMP attacks destroying the national power grid, and even a casual claim about spotting the devil at a local egg farm. Whether you are here to ponder the origins of evil, reminisce about old-school comedians like Moms Mabley and Milton Berle, or just laugh at the sheer absurdity of midnight talk radio, this episode delivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:49:23

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Hour 3: Stand-Up in Aisle Five | 03-12-26

3/12/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel, an entertaining and unfiltered deep dive into the culture, politics, and strange behaviors that make America what it is. In this wildly eclectic episode, Lionel and his callers bounce from 9/11 conspiracies and chemtrails to the absolute decline of modern stand-up comedy. Hear hilarious, cringe-worthy stories about bombing at open mics, playing gigs under Italian restaurant heat lamps, and performing in the lumber aisle of a Home Depot. The conversation also swerves into bizarre personal encounters, the mind-bending reality of Bill Wyman's family tree, chauffeur-driving John Lennon, the "Faux Paul" McCartney conspiracy, and even a teaser about the Antichrist. Buckle up for late-night radio where absolutely no topic is off-limits! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:43

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Hour 2: Blame It on the Rain (And Milli Vanilli) | 03-12-26

3/12/2026
Dive into the ultimate illusion of entertainment on The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel. In this episode, Lionel tears down the facade of show business, exploring Hollywood's historical influence and its looming decline as the Oscars fight desperately to stay relevant against the rise of YouTube and AI. From the infamous lip-syncing scandals of Milli Vanilli to the secretly dubbed voices of classic cinema, Lionel and his crew question the ethics of authenticity and whether fans even care if legends like Barbra Streisand sing live. Finally, trade the Hollywood red carpet for the professional wrestling ring with gritty, bone-crunching behind-the-scenes tales. Featuring legendary stories of Mick Foley's terrifying Hell in a Cell fall and Terry Funk's brutal injuries, this episode proves that the "fake" sport of wrestling is often far more dangerous than reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:49:50

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Hour 1: Siri, Are You the Devil? | 03-12-26

3/12/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight, where host Lionel explores the dark underbelly of topics too provocative for daytime radio. In this episode, Lionel dives deep into the concept of pure evil, unpacking a chilling warning from a Catholic priest who claims the stage is currently set for the rise of the Antichrist. But forget the pitchforks and Hollywood exorcisms—could the end of times be ushered in through Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and a cashless global economy? Even more terrifying, Lionel poses a radical, apocalyptic theory: Artificial Intelligence is the true modern-day Antichrist, designed to perfectly deceive humanity once it reaches singularity. Featuring wild caller debates on everything from historical Luddites and global government botnets to the tragic reality of human trafficking, this episode challenges you to shake up your mental Etch A Sketch and critically think about our terrifying technological future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:55

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Unplugging the Internet Psychopaths | 03-11-26

3/11/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight, the late-night labyrinth where the absurd meets the profoundly human. Join host Lionel and child-safety advocate Lynn Shaw as they tackle everything from Big Tech's catastrophic failure to protect children to the surprisingly rancid prison hygiene of Ghislaine Maxwell. Whether dissecting hilarious Hollywood tropes—like weightless luggage and endless bullets—exposing "Stolen Valor" con men, or marveling at the aerodynamic science of a dog's snout, no topic is off-limits. Tune in for sharp wit, unapologetic rants, and a wild mosaic of modern life's quirks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:03:17:31

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Hour 4: Hollywood's Weightless Luggage | 03-11-26

3/11/2026
Join Lionel on The Other Side of Midnight for a hilarious and unfiltered dive into life's everyday absurdities and media inaccuracies. In this episode, Lionel and his callers tear apart ridiculous Hollywood tropes, laughing at weightless luggage, endless bullets, unplugged DJ gear, and movie criminals who bizarrely turn off the television right when the news story is about them. The rants don't stop at the silver screen; buckle up for hilarious critiques of the cultural obsession with Stanley mugs, the strange allure of Buc-ee's immaculate bathrooms, ridiculous Lyft cleaning fees, and the bizarre true saga of a serial police impersonator. Featuring behind-the-scenes secrets from a Hollywood stand-in who earns insulting 35-cent residual checks, this episode is a wildly entertaining journey through the quirks and annoyances of modern life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:48

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Hour 3: The Anti-Elitist Elitist | 03-11-26

3/11/2026
Join Lionel on "The Other Side of Midnight" for a hilarious, unapologetic, and late-night journey through the absurdities of modern life and the quirks of human nature. From dissecting obscure vocabulary words like "leodysianism" to skewering Florida's textbook censorship and the ridiculous mythos of the Gasparilla pirate festival, no topic is off-limits. Expect wildly entertaining detours as Lionel spars with a colorful cast of eccentric callers, rants about his absolute disdain for playing golf, and mocks the snobbery of exclusive clubs and fraternities. Whether he's exposing shocking scientific frauds, spinning tracks of "putrid self-abasement," or marveling at the audacity of "Stolen Valor" con men pretending to be Navy SEALs, Lionel delivers a sharp, witty, and deeply fascinating take on the weirdness of the world. Tune in for the chaos, and stay for the daily reminder that you are just an insignificant speck in the universe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:08

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Hour 2: Unplugging the Psychopath | 03-11-26

3/11/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel, where late-night talk radio meets a wild mosaic of the weird, the legal, and the profoundly human. In this entertaining and informative episode, Lionel bypasses the standard news cycle to guide you through a labyrinth of offbeat topics you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in for deep dives into the controversial history of mental health institutions, fiery legal takes on the "similar fact evidence" loophole in the Harvey Weinstein trial, and stark warnings about the impulsive, psychopath-like nature of kids on the internet. Plus, we explore Ghislaine Maxwell’s surprisingly rancid prison hygiene, the fascinating aerodynamic science of a dog's snout, and share heartwarming banter with our beloved callers from Canada to Hell's Kitchen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:59

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Hour 1: Warrior Wednesday | 03-11-26

3/11/2026
In this "Warrior Wednesday" episode of The Other Side of Midnight, host Lionel and his wife, child-safety advocate Lynn Shaw of Lynn's Warriors, tackle the escalating crisis of online child exploitation and Big Tech's refusal to protect kids. Lynn details the urgent fight to pass the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) to establish a legal "duty of care" for tech platforms, while blasting the House's watered-down version of the bill as useless "toilet paper". The episode also features an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at President Donald Trump hosting a restorative weekend retreat at Mar-a-Lago for "survivor parents" who tragically lost their children to algorithm-driven harms like sextortion and fentanyl poisoning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:36

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Where Have All the Movie Stars Gone? | 03-10-26

3/10/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel, your unapologetically contrarian guide to a world gone completely mad. Join host Lionel for a wildly entertaining, late-night rollercoaster of sharp-witted rants and unfiltered hot takes. Tune in as he tackles everything from the soul-crushing miseries of airport travel and passengers in pajamas, to the grim mechanics of the death penalty and the morality of "death pods". Expect a cynical, hilarious mix of bizarre news—like do-it-yourself WhatsApp dentistry and flesh-eating zombie drugs—combined with deep dives into legal loopholes and true crime absurdities. Whether he's tearing down overrated icons like The Beatles, dissecting the lavish absurdity of Google's corporate campuses, or fielding chaotic calls from midnight insomniacs, Lionel delivers an unpredictable mix of history, law, and absolute madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:03:18:17

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Hour 4: The Twilight Zone of Modern Travel | 03-10-26

3/10/2026
In this wildly unpredictable episode of The Other Side of Midnight, Lionel takes you on a late-night rollercoaster through the dark triumphs and hilarious absurdities of modern society. The episode kicks off with true crime, breaking down the shocking guilty verdicts of the Alexander brothers' sex trafficking ring and dissecting the bizarre legal defenses used in court. From there, Lionel passionately bemoans the absolute decline of civilization as seen at JetBlue airport terminals—where the golden age of glamorous flying has been tragically replaced by sad snacks and passengers shamelessly wearing pajamas, slippers, and shower bonnets in first class. The conversation then pivots to the wild tech revolution, exploring how user-generated YouTube videos have officially dethroned Walt Disney in revenue, while poking fun at the ridiculous, all-inclusive luxury of Google and Uber corporate campuses that feature indoor ice cream trucks and sleeping pods. Finally, Lionel and his callers take a nostalgic trip back to the golden era of television with Mike Douglas and Ed Sullivan, asking the ultimate question: with everyone launching a podcast today, where have all the real movie stars gone? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:58

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Hour 3: Pleading No Context | 03-10-26

3/10/2026
Tune in to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel for a hilarious, unapologetically contrarian ride through pop culture, legal trivia, and late-night musings. Expect unfiltered hot takes on why universally beloved icons like The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, and Citizen Kane are wildly overrated. Listen in as Lionel tackles wild caller stories ranging from chaotic slip-and-fall depositions to the flesh-eating zombie drug "Krokodil". Between dissecting Elvis's bloated Vegas jumpsuit era and breaking down legal loopholes like hearsay and attorney-client privilege, Lionel delivers an unpredictable, wildly entertaining mix of history, rants, and midnight banter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:52:07

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Hour 2: The Hyoid Bone Conspiracy| 03-10-26

3/10/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel, where no topic is too dark, absurd, or controversial. Join host Lionel as he finds the bizarre hilarity in funerals, breaks down Jeffrey Epstein cover-up theories, and debates the morality of the death penalty with an unpredictable cast of callers. From the terrifying rise of AI-driven warfare to downright absurd news stories about do-it-yourself WhatsApp dentistry and self-mutilation set to a comedic soundtrack, Lionel delivers a cynical, sharp-witted take on a world gone mad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:49:29

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Hour 1: Death, Dying, & Delayed Flights | 03-10-26

3/10/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel, where life is random, beautiful, and a little macabre. In this episode, Lionel kicks things off with a rant about the miseries of JFK airport before diving deep into the legal and ethical complexities of the death penalty. Sparked by an Alabama felony murder case, the show explores the grim mechanics of capital punishment, contrasting botched lethal injections and new nitrogen hypoxia methods with the historical efficiency of the guillotine. The midnight madness continues as Lionel takes the phones to debate the moral minefield of physician-assisted suicide and "death pods," all while fielding and shutting down absurd caller suggestions—like freezing inmates, using instant implosion chambers, or just dropping people into the Grand Canyon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:43

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UFOs, Introverts, and Feline Frustrations | 03-09-26

3/9/2026
Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight, the ultimate audio refuge for introverts, night owls, and anyone hiding from chipper morning people. Hosted by the wonderfully unpredictable guest host Walter M. Sterling, this chaotic late-night show blends high-stakes geopolitical news and UFO conspiracies with highly relatable, hyper-specific suburban grievances. Tune in as Walter tackles everything from the bizarre disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother and the tragic demise of free parking in NYC, to missing military generals and reverse-engineered alien technology. But the absolute biggest, most recurring mystery of all? Walter's desperate quest for advice on how to stop his neurotic male rescue cat from peeing all over the house. Grab a glass of unsweetened iced tea, smash your infuriating Canon printer, and embrace the late-night madness! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:03:22:58

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Hour 4: My Mistress is Solitude | 03-09-26

3/9/2026
Tune in to the biggest all-night show in American radio with your guest host, Walter M. Sterling. Whether you're an insomniac, an introvert whose mistress is solitude, or just hiding from the arrogant morning people who brag about getting in early, this episode is for you. Walter takes live calls on the wildest topics of the night, ranging from a crane operator's eyewitness account of two 50-foot UFOs over the Gulf of Mexico to dark conspiracy theories surrounding the bizarre Savannah Guthrie kidnapping case. Plus, enjoy relatable late-night rants about infuriating Canon printers, Britney Spears' ex-husband, and a desperate plea to callers for advice on how to stop a neurotic rescue cat from peeing all over the house. Grab a glass of unsweetened iced tea, embrace the late-night madness, and step into the other side of midnight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:00

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Hour 3: The Missing UFO General | 03-09-26

3/9/2026
Guest host Walter M. Sterling takes the mic on The Other Side of Midnight for a wildly unpredictable late-night ride. This episode blends high-stakes national security mysteries with deeply relatable suburban chaos. Listen in as Walter dives into the baffling disappearance of a retired Air Force Major General with top-secret UFO knowledge, and reveals his own theory that Bell Labs reverse-engineered alien spacecraft from Roswell. Grounding the show back in reality, Walter shares a step-by-step masterclass on how to get through airport TSA without a photo ID, vents about his epic battles with the public school system over his autistic daughter, and opens the phone lines in a desperate plea for advice on how to stop his male cat from peeing all over the house. From extraterrestrials to wee-wee pads, it is unfiltered, unapologetic late-night radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:00

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Hour 2: The Introvert's Midnight Shift | 03-09-26

3/9/2026
Welcome to the great night shift with guest host Walter M. Sterling, a late-night show tailored specifically for introverts and night owls who do their best thinking when the extraverts are fast asleep. Tune in for a wonderfully chaotic mix of conversation, ranging from bizarre mysteries involving 1970s crocheted ski masks to the deep, intuitive superpowers of left-handed people. Whether we're crowd-sourcing urgent solutions for a mischievous cat that won't stop peeing on the drapes, ranting about the demise of free parking in NYC, or investigating missing UFO experts and ringing rocks, no topic is off-limits! Settle in for classic TV nostalgia, pop culture deep dives, and the kind of engaging banter that can only happen on the other side of midnight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:03

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Hour 1: Who Took Savannah Guthrie's Mom? | 03-09-26

3/9/2026
Join guest host Walter M. Sterling on the late-night talk show The Other Side of Midnight for a wild, unpredictable ride through today's biggest headlines and bizarre personal tangents. In this episode, Walter tackles everything from the attempted pipe-bombing at NYC's Gracie Mansion by radicalized teenagers to the geopolitical shifts following Iran's new Supreme Leader taking power. Back stateside, he rants about the Mayor's controversial plan to end free parking in New York City and why clean subway bathrooms could save the city. Plus, Walter dives into his own wild true-crime theories about Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother and her "Rasputin-looking" son-in-law, debates the perfection of Bermuda's weather, and pleads with live callers for advice on his absolute biggest headache: his relentlessly peeing male rescue cat. It's world news, pop-culture conspiracies, and feline frustrations—all in one place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:52:56