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  • The Woke Thanksgiving | 11-28-25

    The Woke Thanksgiving | 11-28-25
    2025/11/28
    Black Friday chaos, raw grief, and political retribution. TJ McCormack fills in for Lionel, covering the tragic death of a National Guardsman, President Trump's dramatic announcement to temporarily pause migration from "third world countries", and the news that "lawfare is over" following the dismissal of the Georgia election case. The show features emotional listener calls sharing loss, loneliness, and hard-won gratitude, critiques the "woke" Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and exposes frustrating Black Friday shopping scams, including the infuriating "free shipping threshold". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 時間 14 分
  • Hour 4: Black Friday Grief and Gratitude | 11-28-25

    Hour 4: Black Friday Grief and Gratitude | 11-28-25
    2025/11/28
    It's Black Friday morning, but the discussion goes deep, focusing not on doorbuster deals, but on life's profound changes. TJ McCormack filling in for Lionel, invites listeners to reflect on moments they'd relive or choices they'd change, sparking stories of nostalgia, from Christmassy mall trips to the shock of watching young daughters become driving teenagers. Callers share deeply moving and candid accounts of navigating immense loss, caregiving, and widowhood—including messages of hope for a listener who just lost his wife and is blind. The conversation covers finding comfort through rescuing abandoned cats, crucial self-care advice for the newly bereaved, and practical, unconventional parenting tips. Plus, the group tackles holiday etiquette dilemmas and philosophical proverbs that affirm life is the greatest bargain of all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 分
  • Hour 3: Loss, Life And Gratitude | 11-28-25

    Hour 3: Loss, Life And Gratitude | 11-28-25
    2025/11/28
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    52 分
  • Hour 2: Do We Actually Fight On Thanksgiving? | 11-28-25

    Hour 2: Do We Actually Fight On Thanksgiving? | 11-28-25
    2025/11/28
    TJ McCormack analyzes the end of thelawfare against President Trump following the dismissal of the 2020 Georgia election interference case. TJ tackles the perceived wokeness of the Thanksgiving Day Parade and the determination to "shove" political statements in front of families. Listeners call in to share heartfelt condolences for friends navigating loss, while the show dissects Black Friday madness, exposing "scarcity scare" tactics, "deal traps," and the embarrassing purchase of $100 "dude leggings" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 分
  • Hour 1: Woke in the Macy's Parade | 11-28-25

    Hour 1: Woke in the Macy's Parade | 11-28-25
    2025/11/28
    TJ McCormack shares relatable and absurd holiday anecdotes, detailing his intense, salmonella-fueled turkey prep paranoia—including not rinsing chicken and contemplating safety goggles—while likening his butter rub-down technique to a 1950s masculine masseur. Callers contribute to the conversation, discussing everything from old Elton John concerts at Madison Square Garden to grappling with loss on the holiday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 分
  • Ham Is Not Thanksgiving | 11-27-25

    Ham Is Not Thanksgiving | 11-27-25
    2025/11/27
    This episode of "The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel," celebrates the quintessential American holiday: Thanksgiving. Lionel dives into the deep-fried, gravy-soaked reality of the holiday, discussing culinary mainstays like the cult-favorite Wawa "Gobbler" (a turkey bowl, sandwich, or wrap) and the dangerous, expensive spectacle of deep-frying turkeys. Beyond the feast, the episode explores the profound difference between a good call and "raw sewage in the punch bowl", dissects the myths of Thanksgiving (like Pilgrims wearing buckles or eating turkey at the first gathering), and debates whether ham should ever replace turkey. From Macy’s Parade oddities (live animals, wind-grounded balloons) to the merits of green bean casserole, truck driving, and the philosophical debate over AI grief bots, Lionel keeps the conversation compelling and often absurd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 時間 19 分
  • Hour 4: Saving Truckers’ Lives with Talk Radio | 11-27-25

    Hour 4: Saving Truckers’ Lives with Talk Radio | 11-27-25
    2025/11/27
    Lionel discusses the communal nature of Thanksgiving before exploring the complex topic of "grief bots," artificial intelligence programs that simulate deceased loved ones. Listener calls cover a wide range of subjects, including an immigrant’s deep appreciation for the host’s role in teaching him American culture and reflections on classic New York Thanksgiving media traditions. The broadcast’s most intense segment involves a heated exchange with a caller who expresses intense hatred for deceased radio host Rush Limbaugh and accuses Lionel of racism for his celebrity impressions. Following this confrontation, the host concludes the show by praising Limbaugh’s unparalleled and seismic influence on the history of radio and wishing his audience a happy holiday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 分
  • Hour 3: The Wild West Of The Truck Stop | 11-27-25

    Hour 3: The Wild West Of The Truck Stop | 11-27-25
    2025/11/27
    Lionel fields calls from a variety of listeners, discussing traditional holiday topics such as the history of the meal and the massive Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons. The wide-ranging discussion quickly moves from lighthearted caller anecdotes, including a recurring gag about a caller who fell asleep on hold, to more substantial topics of current events and philosophy. Lionel introduces recent studies detailing the negative cognitive impact of excessive smartphone use and a proposed quantum physics theory suggesting that consciousness exists as a fundamental field of the universe. Extended conversations also focus on the unique experience of those who work overnight, particularly a long-haul truck driver who discusses the potential threat of autonomous vehicles and the community he finds on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分