The Jack Riccardi Show

It's Wednesday and topics tackled today include...Are you tired of making Whoopi? The Whoopi Goldberg controversy continues as ABC suspended Whoopi from "The View" for two weeks hours after she apologized for having falsely declared that the Holocaust was not about race, meanwhile, word has it that Whoopi Goldberg feels humiliated at being disciplined so much that she is threatening to quit "The View" over her suspension.; CNN Boss Jeff Zucker is out at CNN after failing to disclose consensual relationship with colleague saying he was wrong in not disclosing relationship with Top Executive.; After two years of speculation, the Washington Football team revealed its new name and new look as the Washington Commanders.; Former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores has sued the NFL alleging discrimination regarding his interview processes with other teams and his firing last month by Miami.; Dolly Parton, Eminem, Lionel Richie among the 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees as several of the nominees are nominated for the first time.; Could see a weather change as temperatures drop. Did you "stock-up" because of a possible weather change? And Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics.

It's Tuesday and topics tackled today include...Is wearing a mask mandatory in Colorado? Seems Denver and two metro counties will drop their mask mandates for businesses and indoor public spaces.; 70 percent of Americans are fed up with covid and want to go on with their lives but do you recall when was that very moment that changed your trust on claims and information on Covid-19?; It all went down at the Golden Corral in Philly as a massive brawl breaks out after the restaurant ran out of steak.; Half of voters believe President Biden should be impeached and many think Republicans will do it if they win the midterm elections. Should House Republicans impeach President Biden? And Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics.

It's Monday and topics tackled today include...The backlash on Spotify widens as Joe Rogan has responded to protests against Spotify over his podcast. Spotify has said it will add content advisory warnings to podcasts with Covid discussions, meanwhile, Neil Young and musician Joni Mitchell have demanded their music be removed from Spotify but Barry Manilow speaks out after being dragged into Spotify controversy.; Truckers and protesters against Covid mandates block a border crossing and flood Canada's Capital.; Sen. Susan Collins said President Biden's clumsy handling of filling a Supreme Court vacancy with his pledge to nominate a black woman has politicized the high court, meanwhile, most Americans want Biden to consider all nominees in Supreme Court pick.; "The View" host Whoopi Goldberg declared the Holocaust was not about race but two white groups.; The stage is now set for this years Super Bowl as the Cincinnati Bengals take on the Los Angeles Rams in NFL's Super Bowl '55 in Los Angeles.; We remember Howard Hesseman, the DJ Johnny Fever in "WKRP in Cincinnati" dies at 81.; Do you still use Spotify? and Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics.

It's finally Friday and topics tackled today include...Thousands mourn a slain officer who made a difference. Officer Jason Rivera, who was fatally shot while responding to a 911 call, was remembered today as a sea of officers gathered outside St. Patrick's Cathedral to salute one of their own, meanwhile, Officer Jason Rivera's Widow criticized the policies of the new DA, Alvin Bragg, as she spoke at her husbands funeral.; Tension has been building between Ukrainian President Zelensky and Biden Administration over how to communicate U.S. intelligence assessments that say Russia could be preparing an attack on Ukraine.; Tampa Bay Buc's QB Tom Brady retirement decision seen as imminent by those close to him, who remain convinced he'll call it quits.; President Biden's pledge to nominate a Black woman to the Supreme Court which appears to be on the verge of being fulfilled, meanwhile, White House says republicans have obliterated their own credibility by attacking Biden yet unnamed Supreme Court Nominee.; On this day in history, January 28, 1986, we remember the space shuttle challenger disaster.; Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics and it's Friday and another serving of "The Dish" is waiting for you on the dining table.

It's Thursday and topics tackled today include...We are learning that Houston police are searching for a suspect after three officers were shot. The officers have been taken to a local hospital. The suspect fled the scene and is being sought.; Justice Stephen Breyer will step down from the Supreme court at the end of his current term and today President Biden and Breyer appeared together to officially announce his retirement, meanwhile, Biden reaffirmed his commitment to nominate a Black women to fill Justice Breyer's seat.; Spotify is removing Neil Young songs after he complains of misinformation about Covid and vaccines calling Spotify to choose between him and commentator Joe Rogan.; A former NY official is speaking out accusing the Biden administration of breaking the law after footage was released depicting overnight flights releasing migrants into the state.; Do you agree with Spotify taking down Neil Young's music, after his ultimatum?; We asked what you still do that seems a bit old fashion and Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics.

It's Wednesday and topics tackled today include...Could there be a vacancy in the U.S. Supreme Court? Justice Stephen Breyer plans to retire at the end of the current Supreme Court term giving President Biden an opportunity to shore up the courts liberal wing.; Members of the progressive "Squad" have quickly responded to news of Justice Stephen Breyer's retirement by reminding President Biden that he promised to nominate Black woman to the Supreme Court.; As news broke about Justice Stephen Breyer stepping down from the Supreme Court, news ramped up speculation that VP Kamala Harris could be Biden's Supreme Court pick.; The White House took a swipe at efforts by Texas Gov. Abbott to block mask mandates accusing him at playing politics at the expense of public health.; Former 'Game of Thrones" star Peter Dinklage is pushing back against Disney studios for filming a live-action remake of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.;" House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has launched her campaign for reelection ending speculation that she would retire because of fears the party could lose control of Congress in 2022 midterms.; Should President Biden name VP Harris to the Supreme Court vacancy? And Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics.

It's Tuesday and topics tackled today include...Are you a Neil Young fan? Neil Young is not a fan of Spotify and says they can have Joe Rogan or him and is now demanding that his management team remove his music from Spotify because they are spreading fake information about vaccines.; President Biden is caught on a hot mic using a vulgarity to insult Fox News reporter Peter Doocy. While some are saying Doocy was only doing his job, many are saying the mask is slipping from Biden and his lashing out at others is common from the President.; President Biden says he doesn't rule out sanctioning Russian President Putin if Russia invades Ukraine, meanwhile, over 8000 American troops have been put on heightened alert for deployment overseas.; Boston patient removed from heart transplant list because he's not vaccinated against Covid.; Do you speak more than one language? And Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics and we ask you, "Who was the most famous person you had a conversation with?"

It's Monday and topics tackled today include...Are we tired of forever wars? Well, here we go again. There is anxiety in Ukraine as NATO, U.S. and Russia bolster forces and accuse each other of pushing toward war.; President Biden is considering deploying several thousand U.S. troops, as well as warships and aircraft to Eastern Europe and the Baltics because of fears of Russian incursion into Ukraine.; It was a weekend of great NFL playoff games as Jack breaks down the biggest winners and losers from Saturday's and Sunday's stunning playoff doubleheaders.; President Biden gets caught on hot mic calling Fox News reporter Peter Doocy a stupid SOB after question about inflation.; Are you for or against sending more U.S. troops to Europe? And Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics.

It's finally Friday and topics tackled today include...It has been a disappointing week, to say the least, for President Biden and his Administration as Biden enters the second year of his presidency looking for a reset after a rough first 12 months amid multiple setbacks and a sinking approval rating.; California Gov. Gavin Newsom is now reacting to the states crime surge especially the rail car looting in LA County as Newsom vows a crackdown on organized theft and now describes California as a terrible place to live.; NCAA changes policy for transgender athletes as members approve new constitution.; M and Ms characters to become more inclusive as the maker of M and M's announcing it's characters are getting makeovers to have more "nuanced personalities.; We remember the comedy of Louie Anderson and the music of Meat Loaf.; Did you get any sleet or ice from our last cold snap? And it finally Friday and another serving of "The Dish" is ready to be served on your TV tray.

It's Thursday and topics tackled today include...While Democrats generally reacted favorably to President Bidens news conference, others blasted Biden's disastrous message on Covid, voting rights, Russia and his controversial speech in Georgia.; Can the Federal Government stop states restrictive voting laws? Senate Democrats bring efforts to bring federal rules to state elections.; England looks to drop virtually all anti-covid restrictions as Prime Minister Boris Johnson says thanks to booster shots and people following the rules that face masks will no longer be mandatory anywhere in England and that the Omicron wave has now peaked.; FBI Agents searched near the Texas home of U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar as they conducted a court-authorized law enforcement activity.; What was behind the devastating power outages in Texas last year? Some say the problem was freezing natural gas pipelines. Former State Rep. Jason Isaac is our special guest to discuss why the electric grid failed and could it happen again.; It's National DJ Day as we celebrate amateur and professional DJ's.; Has President Biden been what you expected a year ago? And Jack takes your calls on the days News and Hot topics.