The Lee and Ian Show

Essex County Commissioner A'Dorian Murray-Thomas, Medinah Muhammad, and Wilson Pichardo join the podcast together!! We take a dive deep into their inspiring journeys, powerful community advocacy, and visions for local leadership. Tune in for an engaging conversation about what drives these next generation change-makers to create lasting, real-world impact!

Join us for an exclusive interview with top Maplewood real estate agent Mark Slade as we break down the latest housing trends. Mark shares his thoughts on the community pushback regarding potential redevelopment in Maplewood Village and also his thoughts on the controversial zoning policies affecting Newark Way. Also, whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, learn Mark's vital strategies you...

Election season is still upon us so here's a chance to meet another next-generation Garden state leader. Wilson is running for Essex County Commissioner- district 1. The Newark native says his city is the place to be and he's out to prove it! At just 33 and already an engineer and lawyer, you'll love his story!

Before they became bad ass podcasters, Lee & Ian were quite the thespians! Award winning actually! Goodstein fans rejoice as Lee & Ian share those memories along with Hemant Tavathia, the man behind the camera, who brought that hit web-series to life. Hemant, an award winning filmmaker himself, shares what it takes to break into a business he says offers plenty of opportunity for those wil...

She went to celebrate the Knicks and ended up saving a life. Meet Maplewood's own Simone Kelly, a South Orange EMT and 2020 Columbia High School graduate who gives new meaning to the Canyon of Heroes. Her daring rescue in the middle of Manhattan went viral, and now she's sharing her story before, during and after that life-changing moment. The pride of SOMA joins The Lee & Ian Show!

Join the guys as they celebrate one year together, give or take a few months! How the show began, how it grew, from Fulop to Malinowski to Mejia to Collum! From Mike Huckabee's bad breath to Ian's 9/11 experience to Lee getting yelled at for a loud Lieutenant Governor! We laugh, we cry, not a dry eye! Thank you listeners!

You may have seen those "VOTE NO" lawn signs in Millburn but what did they mean? Well, voters were presented with an opportunity to turn their system of voting into something more South Orange and less Maplewood. One town taking SOMA's long time non-partisan/partisan dispute and making it front and center! Millburn's former Mayor Annette Romano, a staunch "VOTE NO" supporter tells us what it all m...

Meet long time MWS official photographer, Danny Goldstein as he shares classic behind the scenes stories! Also on hand, Brian McNamara who says volunteering has changed his life and he says it's still not too late for you to sign up to join the greatest show in New Jersey! The Maplewoodstock countdown is now!

If you love mob related story telling, you're going to absolutely go crazy over the 3 part 6 hour documentary “ American Godfathers : The Five Families" now available on Netflix, produced by Marian Raab and based on her father, a legendary NYC investigative reporter who spent a career covering the mafia. Her life growing up on the lower east side of Manhattan, hearing stories about John Gotti and...

Back in 1966, 17-year-old Carol Ann Farino, a pretty, popular Columbia High School student left work in Maplewood village and began her regular walk home. She never made it. 60 Years later her murder remains unsolved! A long walk home: A Young Woman's Murder and her Sister's Lifelong Search for Answers" written by journalist Joe Strupp pours over the clues and some of the suspects, one being a ser...

We dive into the Maplewood Township Committee showdown where Martin Ceperley came up short against Mayor Vic De Luca and John Sullivan. We unpack how De Luca and Sullivan’s upbeat, community-first messaging steamrolled a Ceperley campaign that leaned too heavily on the negative. Check us out!

Barry Farber is a dynamic author, inventor, and entrepreneur who notably produced The Jackie Mason Show. Known as a relentless motivational speaker who never takes "no" for an answer, he discusses the secret to his success. There’s also a softer side to Barry too! His children’s book, The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree has generated a huge buzz, ahead of an exciting upcomi...

He's back! The Chatham councilman who earned a Bronze Star serving in Iraq never quits when it comes to a challenge. He sees a broken Washington D.C. and a recently elected congressional incumbent who he says won't deliver on the needs of the 11th district. He's asking for your vote!

To know A'Dorian is to love her! She's the Essex County Commissioner - District 2 and she is running for re-election. The Newark native's path to success wasn't easy. She shares the struggles her family endured, losing her father to violence, which is why safer communities, especially for young people remain so important to her. A Lee & Ian Show not to be missed! We guarantee it!

Meet Democrat Joseph Lewis, who’s running to represent NJ’s 11th District in Congress. A private sector professional and devoted family man, he says real kitchen-table issues and Donald Trump’s alarming leadership pushed him to enter the race. We talk about his background, what’s at stake this election, and how he plans to deliver for NJ families.

This week we are joined by Medinah Muhammad — outgoing, community-driven, and running for Essex County Commissioner- District 3. An East Orange native, she became the youngest person in the state to serve as a chief of staff to Assemblywoman Britnee Timberlake before working as a senior aide to Gov. Phil Murphy. She breaks down her vision for Essex County with real clarity, talking about what’s at...

The legendary radio announcer and voice of the NYC Subway returns to the program with some exciting news! She has been named a grand marshal for the NYC Pride Parade! We also discuss Bernie's transition. the joy of "coming out" and Bernie's work as the official PA announcer at Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inauguration!

Phyllis Burrell, a beloved 64 year old East Orange municipal worker, died shortly after receiving a "secret" liver biopsy. Her family's attorney, James Davis has filed a $40 million lawsuit against the hospital alleging fatal negligence. Her family also believes race may have played a part in what they say is a widespread coverup. Also, Mr. Davis discusses other cases including the latest with the...

Not only is he the first African American to make fire captain in West Orange but he's also a local Democratic political chair and a labor leader too! Meet Abdur Yasin, a top candidate to become An Essex County Commissioner-at-Large. He has big plans for New Jersey!

Martin Ceperley, a first time candidate for the Maplewood Township Committee has kicked off his campaign with a rather negative video that targets not only the Maplewood Democratic Committee, its members, his opponents and even this podcast and its hosts. Lee & Ian respond to Ceperley's laundry list of complaints.

One is a singer songwriter, the other a drummer and sound engineer who have been staples on the NJ music scene for years. Nat's new album, mastered by Matt, is music to the ears of their fans. Hear their music and their story. Good dudes who know how to make great music! Be sure to check out their album release party at the South Orange ELKS Club, Friday, May First!

A Rock 'n' Roll warrior who now calls SOMA home. You may know her from her years with the Nashville Pussy or hard charging Jane Lee Hooker, or perhaps you saw her doing her thing back at CBGB's where she so impressed legendary owner, Hilly Kristal, he even managed her early 1990's band, The Wives! Meet the guitar goddess who's doing things a little differently nowadays but still making her music h...

From the operating room to the Mayor’s office, Shawn Klein knows what it means to serve. This week, we sit down with the ophthalmologist and Mayor of Livingston to discuss his run for Essex County Executive at-large. Tune in to meet the doctor dedicated to improving the lives of his fellow New Jersey residents. Klein4commissioner.com

This "Jersey girl" wants in the House! — Analilia Mejia, she's tough but fair, and ready to fight for the 11th district of New Jersey. A candid conversation with the congressional candidate who doesn't pull punches.

Meet the Candidates 2026! Christine McGrath doesn’t lose elections—at least not in Verona! Now, the councilwoman is taking her energetic brand of leadership to the big stage. Join us for a candid conversation with the candidate for Essex County Commissioner At-Large about affordability, transparency, and what it takes to lead in NJ. You can learn more about Christine's campaign at https://christin...