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The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel

Bold. Unfiltered. Provocative. The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel dives headfirst into the stories shaping our world including politics law media and the shifting dynamics of American culture. Hosted by Emmy Award winning legal and media analyst Lionel the show challenges conventional narratives and explores the undercurrents of power and influence with fearless commentary and razor sharp wit. With decades of broadcasting experience and a loyal online following Lionel brings his signature style

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196:11

Redpilled & Ready to Mockingbird | 12-18-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

2025/12/18

Lionel delivers relentless, critical commentary, skewering the integrity of modern media and politics while exposing the shadow government and Big Tech's influence. From analyzing shocking treachery and questionable excuses for stepping down to testing the "redpilled" with secret passwords like "Building Seven", we dissect serious issues alongside the absurd headlines. Tune in for insights on the current political war where only one side is fighting, debates on crucial Republican strategy (crime and

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50:59

Hour 4: From Iwo Jima to Therapy Animals | 12-18-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

2025/12/18

Lionel outlines the mandatory two-point strategy for the Republican party: focus relentlessly on crime and the necessity of leaving children alone (specifically opposing gender reassignment and mutilation). Lionel argues that complex topics like AI and tariffs should be avoided. The discussion tackles the constitutional challenges and arguments for Donald Trump achieving a third term, while also debating whether age truly matters in politics. The conversation broadens into a sharp critique of

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51:47

Hour 3: The Spectrum of Confusion | 12-18-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

2025/12/18

Unpack the serious issues and the absurd headlines. Lionel debates the value of "man on the street" interviews, explores Melania Trump's potential as a political asset, and questions the silence surrounding the mysterious death of critical conservative voice, Charlie Kirk. Lionel discusses the decline of "hardcore" political figures (like Jay Edgar Hoover and William Casey), the need for serious, feared leadership, and why the current political players often resemble children. Tune in for insights

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52:04

Hour 2: Friends of Dorothy, Friends of Bill | 12-18-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

2025/12/18

Join the Conspiratorium and apply critical thought to the real stories behind major events. We test the "redpilled" with secret passwords like "Building Seven" and "Mockingbird". Lionel dissects political power—arguing that Washington is not pulling the strings—and exposes the shadow government and Big Tech's influence. We analyze high-profile controversies, including the suspicious details of the Charlie Kirk case and the unsettling stories surrounding JFK insider Dorothy Kilgallen’s death. Lionel

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51:51

Hour 1: My Marriage Made Me Quit | 12-18-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

2025/12/18

Lionel skewers the lack of critical thought in modern media and politics, questioning the integrity and motives of key administration figures. Explore the questionable excuses surrounding appointees like Dan Bongino, who allegedly stepped down for his marriage, and the "embarrassing" behavior of figures like Kash Patel, who acted like podcasters seeking fame. The show also dissects the shocking treachery of supposed loyalists like Susie Wiles, who trashed the administration in a Vanity Fair

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195:41

Trump: The Absolute Box Office President | 12-17-25

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

2025/12/17

Warrior Wednesday exposes the shocking new threats facing American children, slamming the administration's AI executive order and warning parents about unregulated AI chatbots, surveillance toys, and the reclassification push for high-potency marijuana linked to teen psychosis and suicide ideation. Then, hear unfiltered takes on social rituals, declaring large engagement rings "barbaric tribal ownership" that requires an ironclad prenup. Dive into razor-sharp political commentary dissecting Donald

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52:52

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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 Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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

The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel ·

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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