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Sid & Friends In The Morning

John Catsimatidis | Red Apple Media Owner & Operator | 08-25-25

Sid & Friends In The Morning

77 WABC

Sports, Comedy, News

4.2828 Ratings

🗓️ 25 August 2025

⏱️ 15 minutes

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Summary

John Catsimatidis, Owner & Operator of Red Apple Media, calls in for his weekly Monday morning appearance to discuss the upcoming Barrett Media conference in New York, where notable figures like Curtis Sliwa and John himself will receive awards. The dialogue transitions into a discussion on the record-high stock market performance and potential economic impacts of President Trump's policies. The conversation also touches on local NYC issues, such as Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch's efforts to improve public safety and the speculation of her future political career. Additional topics include opposition to driverless taxis, the controversy surrounding ostriches in Canada, and excitement for the WABC gala. Catsimatidis emphasizes the importance of safety, honesty, and integrity in public service, and also highlights the significance of supporting charities through the gala. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcript

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0:00.0

It's your buddy, Sid Rosenberg, and yeah, I'm famous. But guess what? So is my guy Mike. I love him and his son, Michael, at Genesis of Brooklyn. This is not your typical dealership. Trust me, I've been there. It's a gorgeous place. The service, legendary. Brooklyn Family Values, Baby, that's what I'm talking about. Free valet pickup up to 25 miles. Current year Genesis loaners, three years of maintenance included, transparent,

0:23.2

efficient, respectful, the best luxury service around. Genesis of Brooklyn, these are my guys. Mike and

0:29.9

Mike, more luxury, less money. So middle of next week, my buddy Jason Barrett is coming to town.

0:36.2

You folks are all aware of Barrett Media. It is the

0:39.3

industry standard now for us. It's moved the head of Talkers Magazine when it comes to latest

0:45.1

news. I love Michael Harrison, but the latest news on our industry. You may remember last year I was

0:51.4

really honored, really honored when Barrett Media picked me as the

0:56.1

2024 radio host of the year. That was huge. But they're doing the very first ever

1:03.6

Barrett Media Conference in New York. It's usually in a different state. First time ever will

1:09.7

be in New York next Wednesday and Thursday.

1:13.8

And I've already been made aware of two awards going to our people.

1:19.6

Curtis Slewa, who was just on this show, was going to receive the Lifetime Radio Achievement Award.

1:25.7

Couldn't think of a better guy.

1:27.4

And my next guest, who does a great job hosting Katz and Cosby, 5 o'clock every weekday afternoon,

1:34.0

as well as his 8 a.m. Blockbuster, The Cats Round Table, will receive the 2025 Barrett Media Award

1:42.0

for the best leader, leadership in radio in the country.

1:46.7

And I couldn't think of a more deserved guy than my great buddy, John Katz and Matidis.

1:52.2

John, good Monday morning, buddy.

1:53.4

How are you?

1:54.5

Monday morning, so many things.

1:56.5

At least we got blue skies this Monday morning, don't we?

1:59.3

Yes, we do.

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