The Rita Cosby Show

In this breaking news segment of The Rita Cosby Show, host Rita Cosby speaks with political analyst Jake Novak about the high-stakes coalition drama unfolding in Israel. With President Herzog awarding the initial government-forming mandate to Gadi Eisenkot over current Prime Minister Benjamin "Bibi" Netanyahu, Novak explains why the current gridlock is driven by personal rivalries rather than poli...

In this episode of The Rita Cosby Show, host Rita Cosby tackles the turbulent post-midterm political landscape, analyzing Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed’s high-profile media tour and controversial foreign policy positions. Middle East analyst Jake Novak joins to break down breaking news out of Israel as President Herzog grants the initial mandate to form a coalition government to Gadi Eisenkot amids...

In this action-packed episode of The Rita Cosby Show, host Rita Cosby dissects the high-stakes aftermath of the 2026 midterms, highlighted by a staggering 28-point national shift in the Hispanic vote away from Republicans and Ron DeSantis’s sobering breakdown of a 56-seat Democratic Senate majority. The episode dives deep into the Democrats' incoming "Retribution Tour," as Rep. Jamie Raskin and po...

The midterms are over, and the political fallout is explosive. On this episode of The Rita Cosby Show, host Rita Cosby conducts a high-stakes "battle damage assessment" following sweeping Democratic gains in the House and Senate. Featuring commentary from former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis analyzing where congressional Republicans underdelivered, alongside sharp warn...

In this high-stakes post-election episode of The Rita Cosby Show, host Rita Cosby breaks down a political "blue tsunami" that swept through traditional Republican strongholds from Texas to Ohio and Kansas. Callers and commentators join Rita to dissect the election fallout, analyzing the rise of Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates, the impact of $7 gas prices and the conflict in Iran,...

In this election-night episode, host Rita Cosby and analyst Bill O'Reilly break down a sweeping Republican electoral wipeout driven by voter anger over their personal wallets. Despite strong macroeconomic numbers like 3.8% GDP growth and record-low unemployment, voters turned against the administration due to everyday expenses such as gas and food. O'Reilly argues that Democrats stayed disciplined...

In this explosive election night episode of The Rita Cosby Show on 77 WABC, host Rita Cosby covers a massive political earthquake rocking the nation. As breaking results roll in, a surprising "blue tsunami" sweeps through Texas, where Democrat James Talarico defeats incumbent Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Governor Greg Abbott suffers a stunning defeat. Joined live by Texas GOP Chairwo...

In this election night special, host Rita Cosby is joined by 77 WABC’s Sid Rosenberg for an unfiltered reaction to a crushing midterm election sweep. With Democrats capturing projected control of both the House and the Senate, Sid breaks down why the night turned into a devastating referendum on President Trump rather than a debate over policy. From heartbreak over Congressman Mike Lawler's defeat...

Host Rita Cosby and a panel of analysts and political figures—including Texas GOP Chairwoman D'rinda Randall, Sid Rosenberg, former NY Lt. Gov. Betsy McCaughey, and former NY Gov. David Paterson—react in real-time to a stunning Democratic sweep. From James Talerico’s upset victory over Ken Paxton and Greg Abbott’s defeat in Texas to Democrats flipping control of both the U.S. House and Senate, thi...

Join host Rita Cosby live from Studio 77 for an explosive, wall-to-wall midterm election night special as results crash in across the country. What was expected to be a routine night turns into a full-blown political earthquake as Democrats pull off massive upsets in traditional conservative strongholds—highlighted by Dr. Annie Andrews flipping South Carolina against Darlene Graham and Roy Cooper...

It’s Election Eve, and host Rita Cosby delivers fast-paced, wall-to-wall coverage of America’s most high-stakes midterm races. From the wild "Dan on the Lamb" fake-candidate mystery on the Alaska ballot to Haley Stevens' shock party-defying endorsement in Michigan and her tense CNN interrogation with Anderson Cooper, this episode unpacks the political drama right before the polls open. Featuring r...

It’s Election Eve on The Rita Cosby Show, and the political stakes couldn’t be higher! With over 57 million early votes already cast nationwide, host Rita Cosby breaks down the critical Senate and House battles that will determine the balance of power in Washington. This action-packed episode dives straight into the Michigan political earthquake, analyzing Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens' unexpected...

During This 2nd Hour, Rita Dives in on the Heated Upcoming Midterm Elections, Focusing Heavily on Competitive Political Races and Key Candidates Across the United States. Expressing Her Serious Concerns About National Security, Economic Challenges Like High Inflation, and the Polarizing Rhetoric of Certain Political Figures. But This 2nd Hour Program Also Spotlights That   the Importance of Voter...

Under This 1st Hour With Rita, she talks heavily about the upcoming midterm elections. To which she discusses the high voter turnout, various political races across the country, and controversial candidates. But also Rita touches upon election integrity concerns in Alaska, commentary regarding former and current political figures, and an advertisement for a health supplement called Lean. Become a...

Just four days out from crucial midterm elections, host Rita Cosby breaks down the wildest political showdowns across the country. From statistical dead heats in South Carolina to Donald Trump warning against Democratic impeachment chatter targeting Pete Hegseth, election-year tension is at an all-time high. The episode digs into the heavy backlash facing Michigan candidate Abdul El-Sayed over a c...

Following a explosive New York Times report alleging a covert Democratic scheme to recruit a "spoiler candidate" with the exact same name as incumbent Republican Senator Daniel S. Sullivan, federal and state authorities—including the Department of Justice and Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy—have issued over 30 subpoenas and launched criminal investigations. The episode examines the allegations surro...

Just five days out from election day, host Rita Cosby breaks down a bombshell report alleging a coordinated Democratic scheme to stack the Alaska Senate ballot with a second candidate named Dan Sullivan to confuse voters under ranked-choice voting. Hear sharp reactions from JD Vance calling the move electoral fraud, legal commentary from Todd Blanche, and candidate Mary Peltola’s dismissal of the...

In this explosive hour of The Rita Cosby Show, Rita breaks down a massive October surprise unfolding just six days before the midterm elections. According to a report by The New York Times, Democratic operatives allegedly recruited a retired middle school teacher named Dan Sullivan from a bar to run as a spoiler candidate on the Senate ballot against incumbent Republican Senator Dan Sullivan. Feat...

In this action-packed hour leading into the midterm elections, host Rita Cosby breaks down the chaotic final stretch of the campaign trail as President Trump embarks on a six-state blitz. Rita tackles Democratic midterm rhetoric from Bernie Sanders and Elissa Slotkin, critiques Texas political controversies over gender policy and border stances, and takes caller check-ins on voter roll integrity a...

One week until Election Day! Host Rita Cosby breaks down the wild final stretch of the midterm elections as Donald Trump and JD Vance crisscross Texas and Michigan to rally the GOP base amidst record early voting numbers. The episode tackles the high-stakes Michigan Senate battle between Mike Rogers and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, featuring Trump’s fiery rally commentary, JD Vance’s warning on border secu...

With just days until Election Day, the midterm battle reaches a fever pitch as Barack Obama and Donald Trump hit the campaign trail. Host Rita Cosby breaks down the fierce Michigan Senate race between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed, Obama's campaign endorsements, and Kamala Harris's latest speech. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rita-cosby-show--7164827/sup...

With just one week until Election Day, Rita Cosby breaks down the high-stakes toss-up races across key swing states like Michigan and Texas. The political fireworks explode over White House real estate, as Barack Obama mocks Donald Trump's renovations as looking like "Saddam Hussein opened a Cheesecake Factory". Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent fire back from the campaign trail, defendin...

Within the 2nd Hour With Rita Cosby, as the Mid-Term Election Is Just 10 Day’s Away. She Alerts That Their Is a Huge Surge of an Early Voters Turnout Across America, Reflecting Strong Political Engagement Ahead of the Upcoming Elections. Plus a Little Segment With John Catsimatidis, Talking About His Trip to Buffalo. In Which He Connected With Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Talked About the Hardworkin...

Within the 2nd Hour With Rita Cosby, as the Mid-Term Election Is Just 10 Day’s Away. She Alerts That Their Is a Huge Surge of an Early Voters Turnout Across America, Reflecting Strong Political Engagement Ahead of the Upcoming Elections. Plus a Little Segment With John Catsimatidis, Talking About His Trip to Buffalo. In Which He Connected With Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Talked About the Hardworkin...

During the 1st Hour With Rita Cosby, She Speaks on the High Stakes Heading Our Way Within the Upcoming Mid-Term Elections. Expressing to the Audience About Her Deep Concern Over Radical Candidates and the Future Direction of the Democratic Party. Emphasizing the Competitive Michigan Senate Race Between Democratic Candidate Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Candidate Mike Rogers, With Particular Scruti...