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Andrew Cuomo and his brother Chris discuss the geopolitical and domestic consequences of American foreign policy in the Middle East. The conversation highlights the existential threats facing Israel versus the domestic turmoil impacting the United States, suggesting that while the two nations are allies, their strategic interests and perceptions of success remain fundamentally decoupled. The parti...

Former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo addresses the rising threat of global and domestic terrorism, specifically focusing on an explosive attack near New York City's Gracie Mansion which he argues was downplayed by a partisan and unreliable media. The former governor critiques local and federal leadership for reducing police funding and failing to secure agencies like the Department of Homeland...

Andrew Cuomo interviews his brother, journalist Chris Cuomo, to discuss the escalating military and political volatility in the Middle East. Chris reports from the Israeli-Lebanese border, detailing a bloody conflict with Hezbollah that he predicts will lead to a difficult period of global perception and blame for the Jewish community. The brothers explore the complexities of regime change, the li...

Andrew Cuomo and ADL executive Oren Segal discuss the alarming rise of anti-Semitism and the dangerous conflation of Jewish identity with Israeli state policy. Using a violent attack on a Michigan synagogue as a case study, they critique the rhetorical ignorance that attempts to justify targeting American Jews based on their religious or institutional names. Segal emphasizes that while political c...

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo addresses a volatile 2026 political landscape defined by international conflict and rising domestic extremism. The program centers on the escalating war with Iran, with Cuomo and military expert Colonel Jack Jacobs analyzing how threats to global oil supplies in the Strait of Hormuz will likely dictate the conflict's end. Cuomo also pivots to local concerns, fiercely conde...

Colonel Jack Jacobs provides a critical analysis of American military strategy regarding Iran, highlighting a perceived lack of clear objectives. He argues that effective operations must begin with a defined end goal, contrasting current ambiguities with the unconditional surrender framework used in World War II. The discussion further explores the geopolitical importance of the Strait of Hormuz,...

Rabbi Marc Schneier and Andrew Cuomo discuss the exponential rise of anti-semitism and the shifting political landscape regarding support for Israel. The Rabbi argues that anti-Zionism is indistinguishable from anti-semitism, warning that inflammatory rhetoric and labels like "genocide" or "apartheid" directly incite physical violence against Jewish citizens. He highlights a widening rift within t...

John Chell speaks with Andrew Cuomo about NYC during the Mamdani administration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Governor Andrew Cuomo critiques current political leadership by examining national security threats and urban stability. He begins by questioning the transparency of military actions against Iran, arguing that the executive branch failed to utilize the bully pulpit to unify the American public or secure congressional approval. Transitioning to local concerns, Cuomo hosts experts to discuss...

Former Governor Cuomo discusses the heightened risk of domestic terrorism with former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson. Johnson criticizes the executive branch for launching an unilateral act of war without seeking congressional approval or providing a coherent explanation to the American public. A central theme of the conversation is the necessity of transparent communication, as Johnso...

Colonel Jack Jacobs analyzes the strategic rationale behind recent military strikes against Iran and the potential for a regional power struggle. Jacobs argues that the action was triggered by an impass in nuclear negotiations and a rare intelligence opportunity to target high-ranking military officials in a single location. He suggests that the conflict is unlikely to alienate Middle East allies...

Former Governor Andrew Cuomo offers a fact-based critique of current New York leadership while engaging with citizens during a significant snowstorm. He focuses heavily on a looming political showdown between the state and New York City, specifically criticizing Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s proposal to either tax the wealthy or impose a devastating nine-percent property tax hike. Through a detailed inter...

Former Governor Andrew Cuomo and former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly discuss the deteriorating state of public safety and law enforcement morale in New York City. They criticize current mayoral policies, specifically focusing on the "hemorrhaging" of police officers due to poor recruitment, high attrition, and a perceived lack of executive support for the force. Kelly highlights the unrealistic nat...

Andrew Cuomo critiques the rise of performative politics, arguing that modern leaders often prioritize radical slogans and social media presence over the basic ability to manage a government effectively. He examines several failures in New York City’s leadership, specifically highlighting unrealistic campaign promises, mismanagement of public safety during emergencies, and a divisive political env...

Andrew Cuomo opens the lines to listeners while tackling major headlines shaping New York and the nation. He breaks down the politics behind ICE enforcement, immigration policy, and the legal limits of federal authority, arguing for facts over rhetoric. Cuomo also sounds off on New York City leadership, government performance during winter storms, public safety, and rising antisemitism, calling fo...

On a special live broadcast from 77 WABC Radio, Andrew Cuomo debuts “The Pulse of the People,” taking unscripted calls on the biggest issues facing New York and the country. Cuomo pushes for a return to political “common sense,” weighs in on immigration enforcement, NYC’s budget fight, subway fare evasion, homelessness policy, and rising antisemitism, while sparring with callers over media bias an...