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   Number 1: FULL SHOW: Trump won't be attending the 9-11 ceremony; Lake America.

   Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. Ken dives into the possible reasons President Trump won't be at the 9-11 memorial in NYC in September for the 25th anniversary of the tragedy. There's a new social media startup called Twitter, and it's not the Twitter we all know, Ken explains. More flak for Zohran Mamdani over his planned grocery stores opening over the next few years. Mayor Mamdani is under heat right now for feeling sorry for a criminal with 30 arrests at Rikers Island. The inmate's name is 41-year-old Clarence Woodward. Are data centers going to cause major issues in the New York City area? The future of AI could outmaneuver humans, but maybe not by much, and Ken explains. Some of the LaGuardia air traffic controllers left work early on the night of the deadly Air Canada jet and fire truck collision that happened earlier in the year. Ken interviews Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute Allison Schrager. Ken and Allison discuss how rent control in NYC may not keep rents lower in the future and explain how the availability of housing could decrease. Part of the issue could be the rising cost of materials and development, while landlords could also end up losing money. They also discuss whether developing a new app could help Mamdani with his grocery stores. President Trump has announced that Lake Ontario will now be called "Lake America". The Flock cameras may be causing more harm than good, even though they are catching people. Ken interviews entertainment journalist John Bathke. Ken and John talk about the legacy of Dolly Parton and why people adored her so much. In addition, what will happen to her fortune and estate? A new Broadway show about Dolly Parton's life will be coming up soon. Dolly Parton gave away hundreds of millions of dollars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   August 28, 2026·1h 48min
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   Number 2: FULL SHOW: A New York favorite is returning! Hochul vs Blakeman!

   Mark recaps yesterday's primaries, including a huge win for gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds in Florida. He also talks about the antisemitism and attacks that some of the winners and Democrats have been directing at their opponents. Governor Kathy Hochul has agreed to debate gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman for the governor's seat in November. The Carnegie Deli is returning to Midtown after a decade! Is Iran hacking into Long Island, NY's water system and electric grid? What was Pete Hegseth doing in Iowa, speaking about President Trump? Mark explains. President Trump has released a new map showing the USA controlling the Strait of Hormuz. NY Attorney General Letitia James has many people going after her. An organization called the West Harlem Development Corporation is allegedly funding antisemitism, socialism, and more. Why isn't Tisch James going after them for funding bad ideas? Democratic socialist Angie Nixon has caused an upset in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary. Mark interviews Breitbart Business News Editor John Carney. John explains that the economy is doing well right now, especially in manufacturing. Mark and John break down why higher oil prices lead to higher prices elsewhere and how that could change with economic factors. ABC is suing the Trump Administration over FCC rules, alleging First Amendment violations. Rosie O' Donnell is back at it again, filling in for Jimmy Kimmel Live, and she took some shots at President Trump. A China-linked businessman brought some property 650 feet from the White House, putting security around here on high alert now. Norah O' Donnell will be staying at CBS for a while. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann and Mark dive into yesterday's primaries, and Florida was a huge surprise! The Democrats used Former Director for European Affairs for the United States National Security Council, Alex Vindman, as someone they thought could go after the Trump Administration's policies, but it failed horribly. Ann and Mark explain how crazy that thought process was. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   August 19, 2026·1h 49min
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   Number 3: FULL SHOW: Big ratings change in Late Night TV. What is El Niño?

   President Trump is determined to land a man on the moon before his term ends and said so in a speech involving NASA last week. Google has renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America due to Donald Trump's request. Byron Allen's new comedy late-night show, "Comics Unleashed," is beating Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon in the ratings demo for 18- to 49-year-olds. A new ad Governor Hochul has put out has a music twist to it that Mark explains. Journalist Maggie Haberman has allegedly lied about President Trump not going to the 9-11 ceremony because he can't make a speech, which isn't true. The Tri-State area this fall may be getting a weather pattern called El Niño that could change the way storms hit us in the Tri-State area. A new space academy has been proposed by President Trump. Kaity Tong of Pix 11 News has officially retired. Kristen Welker from NBC's Meet the Press may be going into a feud with Trump after the lies she allegedly presses him on when he's on NBC. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent may be the big winner in the war against Iran due to the sanctions he put on the country. Abdul El-Sayed is taking big swipes at JD Vance's wife, Usha Vance's nationality. The CBC, which is Canada's biggest broadcast network, has walked back 9/11 “Terrorism” guidance it announced, which is receiving major backlash from U.S. and Canadian officials. Mark interviews NY Post Columnist Michael Goodwin. Michael and Mark speak about whether we could have a civil war between Dems if they take the House. Mark and Michael try to understand the reasoning behind Hakeem Jeffries' meeting with Trump's stepson, Jared Kushner, which has Democrats going wild. The Dems could have a rude awakening in November during the midterms. Dolly Parton was laid to rest Friday in a private ceremony for the immediate family. Nashville International Airport in Tennessee will be renamed Dolly Parton Airport after her death last week. The Clinton Foundation is looking for a new intern. The Met Gala for 2027 has a big change as John Galliano drops out after major backlash regarding his antisemitic views. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had a battle with Senator Elizabeth Warren and won. Mark interviews journalist Steve Cuozzo. Steve highlights a building improvement proposal Mayor Mamdani has announced for Coney Island that will help a lot of people. Office leasing demand in NYC is really high right now, which signals a massive comeback after the pandemic. Steve explains the new restaurants opening soon in the City, and there's a new one that serves French cuisine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   August 31, 2026·1h 48min
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   Number 4: FULL SHOW: Remembering Dolly Parton; South Carolina Primary.

   Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, had a massive win in South Carolina, a state President Trump campaigned in for her. Dolly Parton's nephew, Bryan Seaver, gave a beautiful speech honoring Dolly Parton after her passing yesterday. Mark remembers special moments with Dolly Parton throughout the show today. Bruce Blakeman will hold a press conference today about his campaign. Meta has settled the social media trial in which the company was accused of keeping people addicted to social media, especially kids. The company will settle the lawsuit for up to $17 billion. The last of the underground mines at the Strait of Hormuz is mostly gone, which may prompt it to be opened. Donald Trump wants to change the way the Kennedy Center looks. Mark explains how John F. Kennedy had very similar values to Trump. Hillary Clinton may be making a run for President in 2028. Mark interviews Chairman of Forbes Media, Steve Forbes. Steve believes that even with sanctions against Iran, we may very well have to take military action against Iran to finish them off and put an end to the war. The guys also talk about how political races could affect the economy. What will happen with the Fed on Friday as we get closer to another meeting? Steve believes that raising interest rates when inflation goes up will hurt the stability of the country. Governor Hochul of New York City has passed a law that the NYPD doesn't have to cooperate with ICE under certain circumstances. Harry and Meghan Markle are allegedly doing an extended stay, going back to the UK. Dolly Parton started singing at a young age. Oklahoma's Democrat N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas won Oklahoma’s Democratic Senate primary. Who will take Mamdani's spot when his term is over? Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Mark and Ann talk about the comments Governor Hochul made about the NYPD not having to help ICE officers too much. Hillary Clinton agrees with Socialism in the USA, and there may be a reason she is doing that. The chances of AI ruining humanity may be far from that. Data Centers being built around the U.S. may be scary for people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   August 26, 2026·1h 45min
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   Number 5: FULL SHOW: Did socialism cause it? Cleaning up the streets.

   Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. Ken recaps yesterday's intense thunderstorms that left most of the tri-state area with major flooding. Yesterday was National Radio Day, and there were many celebrations, including a big one from I Heart Media. President Trump has been pushing to pass the Save America Act for a while and is pushing it even harder. You shouldn't be registered to vote if you are an illegal alien in the USA. Socialism and Liberalism may have gotten us to massive voting fraud. Could the war in Iran cost President Trump the midterms? So far, it looks that way if a solution in the Middle East doesn't evolve soon. Ken dives into how Judaism may be part of the USA's religion for some citizens. We also explain how different ethnic groups may have changed the religion in different parts of the world, especially when there is a void, and Ken explains how Christianity may be shifting. Ken interviews Roger Friedman from Show Biz 411. Spider-Man 'Brand New Day' continues to break records as it heads into its fourth week topping the box office! 3 Madonna Movies are coming this fall! There's a film in New York that's playing right now, and Roger tells you what it is so you can check it out! A Seattle nonprofit company that cleans drug paraphernalia from streets is now under investigation, and Ken explains this to you. Andrea Suarez, who is a politician, is the founder of this, and Washington State is allegedly not happy about the cleanup of drug paraphernalia. What is happening with liberal Caucasian women? This question comes after a woman is held in contempt in Albany, NY, for having ties to ISIS to attack the capital of Albany, New York. Ken interviews attorney Ron Berutti. Ken talks with Ron about a controversial case involving a transgender teen, the transgender teen's parents, and the school's alleged role. The guys dive into the confusion over parental consent and gender-affirming procedures that may have happened before the teen turned 18. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   August 21, 2026·1h 46min
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