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The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling

The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling airs weeknights from 1AM to 5AM on 77 WABC, turning late-night radio into a dynamic, interactive experience for listeners nationwide. A veteran broadcaster with decades behind the microphone, Walter Sterling delivers a unique mix of storytelling, cultural insight, and offbeat perspective that sets him apart from traditional talk radio. With a conversational, relatable style, he connects national topics to everyday life while keeping the show

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52:52

Hour 4: The Box Office President | 12-17-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling ·

2025/12/17

Lionel dives into the outrage over President Trump's comments on Rob Reiner, asking, "So What?" about politically incorrect speech and criticizing public hypocrisy. Lionel provides historical context with the wild story of President Harry Truman’s handwritten threat to a critic who insulted his daughter. Lionel explores the tragic murder case involving Rob Reiner's son, dissecting the viability of the insanity plea, issues of drug abuse (crystal meth), and the contamination of the crime scene. Plus,

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52:42

Hour 3: The Illucidity of Midnight | 12-17-25

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2025/12/17

Lionel dives deep into the firestorm surrounding presidential comments on the brutal murder of Rob Reiner, debating the necessity of civility and the meaning of authenticity in politics. Lionel debunks persistent urban legends, confirming that both Mr. Rogers and Captain Kangaroo never served in combat, despite popular rumors. Plus, hear one of the most baffling phone calls ever recorded, featuring a listener who recounts stories involving Mr. Rogers driving "incognito," meeting wrestler Bruno

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48:37

Hour 2: The Prenup Magna Carta | 12-17-25

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2025/12/17

Lionel offers unfiltered takes on social rituals, declaring the display of large engagement rings—like Don Jr.'s fiancée's 8-karat sparkler—a "barbaric tribal ownership" ritual requiring an ironclad prenup. Plus, expect razor-sharp political commentary as Lionel dissects Donald Trump’s headline-stealing trolling tactics following the death of anti-Trump activist Rob Reiner, whom he describes as "spooked up" and potentially "mobbed up" due to his involvement with the Committee to Investigate

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52:00

Hour 1: Warrior Wednesday | 12-17-25

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2025/12/17

On this powerful "Warrior Wednesday," hosts Lionel and Lynn Shaw of Lynn’s Warriors expose the shocking new threats facing American children. Lynn Shaw slams the administration's controversial executive order (EO) on Artificial Intelligence, arguing it capitulates to Big Tech, undermines state rights, and erases crucial safety guardrails. We reveal how unregulated AI chatbots and surveillance toys—complete with cameras and recorders—are posing immediate dangers to vulnerable kids, leading to tragic

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199:17

Dopamine Made Me Do It | 12-16-25

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2025/12/16

Unpack the brutal slashing homicide of Rob Reiner and his wife, allegedly by their son, Nick. This deep dive goes beyond cable news to dissect the shocking details, police incompetence (including the missing warrant fiasco and budget cuts), and the ensuing media circus. Explore the dangerous intersection of parental entitlement, rage, and severe drug addiction (methamphetamine and Adderall) fueling the tragedy. Lionel investigates the dark reality of chemical dependency—from dopamine receptors and

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52:31

Hour 4: Betting Your Brain Chemistry | 12-16-25

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2025/12/16

Lionel dissects the dark reality of addiction, questioning whether it is merely weak willpower or a matter of brain chemistry, dopamine, and firing neurotransmitters. Hear raw personal accounts on the addiction some believe is the "worst"—gambling—where the thrill of the chase and the sensory overload of the casino environment, complete with flashing lights and loud sounds, trigger pure classical conditioning. Plus, the conversation tackles the high risks associated with prescribed opioids (like

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52:12

Hour 3: The Evil Chemical Spirit Possession | 12-16-25

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2025/12/16

Lionel leads a powerful and painful examination of addiction and recovery. Callers share harrowing personal stories, including a mother's success after cutting off a son addicted to heroin, and a father's struggle with a son dependent on crack and molly. They debate whether addiction is a disease, a conscious choice, or linked to genetics. Drawing on science, the discussion highlights the neurological basis of chemical dependency, referencing dopamine receptors and brain imaging that reveals

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52:32

Hour 2: Meth, Money, and Parental Entitlement | 12-16-25

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2025/12/16

Lionel cuts through the media clichés surrounding the brutal murders of Rob Reiner and his wife. Lionel explores the devastating case involving their adult son Nick, focusing on themes of entitlement, money, and rage fueled by serious drug addiction like methamphetamine and Adderall. Hear about Conan O’Brien’s private guilt and devastation after witnessing a heated confrontation just hours before the killings, and the theory linking Rob Reiner’s fervent anti-Trump activism to potential intel

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52:34

Hour 1: The Mystery of the Missing Warrant | 12-16-25

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2025/12/16

Lionel digs into the complete background story the cable news networks miss, focusing on the shocking details of the case, the gruesome nature of a slashing homicide (exsanguination is messy), and the suspect: Reiner's son, Nick. Lionel dissects the media circus and the political fallout, including the stunning incompetence of the LAPD, who reportedly waited hours for a warrant despite "exigent circumstances" and revealed they no longer maintain a standalone homicide bureau due to budget cuts. Plus,

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198:19

Your Politics Killed Your Compassion | 12-15-25

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2025/12/15

Lionel dissects the tragic, unconfirmed report of the alleged murder of "liberal icon" Rob Reiner and his wife, using the horrific event to expose the "psychopathological callousness" and political glee displayed by those celebrating the deaths on social media. This episode confronts the dangerous lack of nuance and loss of basic humanity gripping America. Lionel force-fully argues that politics should never destroy the ability to recognize basic humanity, before pivoting to shatter the "reflexive

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52:25

Hour 4: The Genius of Attracting Bad Callers | 12-15-25

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2025/12/15

Lionel discusses a combination of critical issues, starting with the tragic and senseless murder of "liberal icon" Rob Reiner and his wife. Lionel and his callers dissect the politics surrounding the tragedy, questioning why some take delight in Reiner's demise and whether mourning his death is possible given his political ideology. Discussions pivot to the specifics of the crime, including the knife used, the concept of a "person of interest," and the application (or lack thereof) of the McNaughton

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52:16

Hour 4: The Genius of Attracting Bad Callers |...

The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling ·

2025/12/15

Lionel discusses a combination of critical issues, starting with the tragic and senseless murder of "liberal icon" Rob Reiner and his wife. Lionel and his callers dissect the politics surrounding the tragedy, questioning why some take delight in Reiner's demise and whether mourning his death is possible given his political ideology. Discussions pivot to the specifics of the crime, including the knife used, the concept of a "person of interest," and the application (or lack thereof) of the McNaughton

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52:32

Hour 3: The Empathy-Free Zone | 12-15-2025

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2025/12/15

Lionel dissects high-order constructs like sympathy and compassion, particularly in the face of tragedy, such as the alleged murder of Rob Reiner and his wife, and the resulting public laughter or political dismissal. Lionel examines chaotic investigations, including the Brown University shooting where the sole person of interest was released, and questions leadership and public confidence. The conversation ultimately explores why the highest level of intellect is marked by compassion and an

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52:05

Hour 2: Political Simpleton Stickers | 12-15-2025

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2025/12/15

Lionel confronts the dangerous lack of nuance and loss of humanity gripping America, beginning with the reported tragic deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife, and the subsequent "comeuppance karma" celebrated by political simpletons. He dissects the "reflexive chorus" of rehearsed talking points that follows every crime involving a firearm, arguing that global statistics shatter the narrative that guns create violence. Finally, Lionel demands listeners confront the complexities of Islamism—the political

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51:57

Hour 1: Clapping at Graves | 12-15-2025

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2025/12/15

Lionel dives deep into the shocking, unconfirmed report of Rob Reiner and his wife's alleged murder, reportedly stabbed by their own son. The host uses this horrific tragedy to expose the resulting "psychopathological callousness" and glee displayed on social media by those celebrating the death of a political liberal. Lionel forcefully argues that when politics destroys the ability to recognize basic humanity, "something has gone very, very wrong".Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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197:47

News Is A Business | 12-12-25

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2025/12/12

Lionel's Ventilation Friday is the show where unfiltered truth meets sharp analysis, promising an exciting, wacky, and fun night. Forget "stationality"—host Lionel insists on authenticity while tackling everything from major legal cases (Fourth Amendment, probable cause, exclusionary rule, Casey Anthony, Diddy) to bizarre behaviors like hibristophilia. Lionel confronts political hot buttons (DEI, AI executive orders), dissects media bias ("Missing White Woman Syndrome"), and analyzes why the system

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52:19

Hour 4: Paul Harvey Paid for My Sushi | 12-12-2025

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2025/12/12

Join Lionel as he explores the unexpected, from fascinating discussions on a Queens power tool shoplifting bust and the relaxing quality of viral arrest videos, to telling the story of an explosive celebrity interview with Jennifer Flowers. Plus, hear memorable anecdotes about radio legends like Paul Harvey, and interviews with dedicated volunteers, including a man who is legally blind and solicits for charity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hour 3: If Everyone Pled Not Guilty, The System...

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2025/12/12

Lionel provides legal ventilation on hard cases, including the prosecution of Pedro Hernandez, a "textbook example" of how difficult it is to build a criminal case decades after the fact. Lionel and his callers dive deep into complex legal issues, media operations, and controversy. They scrutinize topics such as "Missing White Woman Syndrome" and dissect the role of bias, noting that "news is a business" driven by ratings, clicks, and "lowhanging fruit". Expect unfiltered analysis that tackles

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52:13

Hour 2: Why Is Everyone Infatuated with Luigi? |...

The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling ·

2025/12/12

Join the conversation for sharp analysis of major legal cases, including deep dives into Fourth Amendment issues, probable cause, and the exclusionary rule. Lionel dissects notorious trials like Casey Anthony, George Zimmerman/Trayvon Martin, and the Diddy case, providing insight into why proving homicide or securing convictions can be complicated. Explore bizarre human behaviors, such as hibristophilia—the sexual attraction and arousal toward individuals who have committed heinous crimes—and the

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51:39

Hour 1: Ventilation Friday | 12-12-2025

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2025/12/12

On "Ventilation Friday," Lionel disregards the need for traditional topics, promising an exciting, wacky, and fun night of conversation. The host delves into the authenticity required in broadcasting, insisting "this is not an act," and argues that making people angry (but not offended) means you’re on to something. The discussion confronts the difficulties of commercial talk radio, particularly the tension between the truth and "stationality"—the need to conform to the network's theme to maintain

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