On this edition of The Other Side of Midnight, Lionel explores his fascination with groups and "cults," drawing on personal experiences with movements like Amway and the AME church. A significant segment highlights the music industry, particularly Jerry Wexler's legacy, his coining of "Rhythm and Blues," and work with Aretha Franklin and the Rolling Stones. Lionel voices profound concern about Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), deeming it an "existential threat" and discussing "nullifyingapps". He encourages questioning official narratives, citing inconsistencies in Anthony Bourdain's death and linking it to other suspicious "suicides". The show explores the nature of addiction as brain chemistry, with insights on painkiller and gambling recovery. Diverse discussions include experiences with door-to-door sales (Fuller Brush, Mary Kay), the unique origins of Detroit-style pizza, and the value of old media like 8-track tapes. Lionel's "logophile" love for words and his past stuttering are also discussed.

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Lionel loves how time flies when the show is good. He talks to Diane, who fell asleep on the air and had sleep apnea. Callers discussed old movies like Hang 'em High and In Cold Blood. One person had a very long call about Apple stealing his website idea. Another caller shared how he overcame depression and alcohol addiction through daily meetings. A different person talked about how gambling addiction is like cocaine addiction because it affects the brain similarly, sharing a story about his girlfriend's intense gambling. There was also a tip that old eight-track tapes might be worth money. 

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Lionel examines the suspicious death of Anthony Bourdain, highlighting inconsistencies in the official suicide narrative, his outspoken criticism of elites and trafficking, and parallels to other celebrity deaths. Lionel talks about Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and the existential threat of AGI's recursive self-improvement is also explored. Lionel talks to an 88-year-old "conspiracy person" and former radio professional. Another caller, an addict in recovery, discusses the "free high" of anesthesia during medical procedures and a potential future of brain-stimulated highs.A third caller asks about the implications of AI-generated performers like Elvis holograms.

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Lionel talks about door to door sales and then Lionel talks about Jerry Wexler, a legendary music producer and executive, who was caller Mark's first cousin once removed and then Lionel talks about health and disease

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Lionel explores reality TV authenticity and shares personal experiences with "cult-like" groups like Amway and the AME church. He delves into controversial diet theories (cow's milk) and his passion for language. Callers contribute unique insights, discussing Detroit pizza's origins and direct sales like Fuller Brush. The hour concludes with Lionel's anecdotes about music legends and Jerry Wexler, highlighting music's profound impact

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On The Other Side of Midnight, Lionel starts the show talking about the misattributions of blame for Epstein's death. He also talks with a caller he cannot understand for a wild amount of time. Lionel later discusses people that are DUI proof, like the caller from the first hour. He moves on to talk to people about taking drugs, Bitcoin and catch basins. Lionel starts the third hour talking about the complexities and rarity of schizophrenia. He moves on to discuss comedy, General Custard and more. Lionel wraps up the show talking about the weird ASMR on YouTube, Bob Ross and who Carly Simon was talking about in You're So Vain.

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Lionel wraps up the show talking about the weird ASMR on YouTube, Bob Ross and who Carly Simon was talking about in You're So Vain.

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Lionel starts the third hour talking about the complexities and rarity of schizophrenia. He moves on to discuss comedy, General Custer's alter ego and more.

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Lionel discusses people that are DUI proof, like the caller from the first hour. He moves on to talk to people about taking drugs, Bitcoin and catch basins.

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On The Other Side of Midnight, Lionel starts the show talking about the misattributions of blame for Epstein's death. He later talks with a caller he cannot understand for a wild amount of time.

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