Episodes

  • The Cindy Adams Show | 05-03-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 05-03-26
    May 3 2026
    Cindy Adams delivers a wide-ranging monologue that blends celebrity anecdotes with a critical look at the current state of New York City. She shares intimate, humorous memories of the British royal family and reflects on the history of Broadway, lamenting how rising production costs and high ticket prices have made the "Great White Way" inaccessible to the average person. Throughout the show, Adams maintains a sharp, satirical tone, targeting local politics, modern inconveniences, and the absurdity of space travel before concluding with a deeply personal tribute to her mother. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Margot Catsimatidis | 04-26-26

    Margot Catsimatidis | 04-26-26
    Apr 26 2026
    Cindy Adams interviews John Catsimatidis' wife, Margot Catsimatidis, a former professional ballerina who traded her Indiana roots for a career in New York City business and media. The conversation details her early days as a high-speed typist and dancer before transitioning into a central role helping her husband, John Catsimatidis, manage and revitalize companies like WABC radio. Throughout the dialogue, she discusses her extensive philanthropic work and her specific contributions to the aesthetics and operations of the radio station. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 04-26-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 04-26-26
    Apr 26 2026
    Cindy Adams offers a sharp-tongued, quintessential tribute to New York City’s 250th anniversary while blending historical anecdotes with modern political grievances. The source highlights an extensive interview with Margo Catstimatidis, who recounts her journey from a teenage ballerina in Indiana to a powerful figure at WABC radio, emphasizing her role in transforming the station alongside her husband. Adams weaves in caustic social commentary on topics ranging from the absurdity of lunar exploration and the decline of urban infrastructure to the "roach-like" ubiquity of podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Clive Davis | 04-19-26

    Clive Davis | 04-19-26
    Apr 19 2026
    Clive Davis discusses his illustrious career and his collaborative approach to developing iconic artists. He details his historic partnership with Whitney Houston, highlighting their unique "key man" agreement and the two-year search for the perfect debut material that launched her record-breaking success. Davis also reflects on how the industry has shifted toward a reliance on social media followers and the domination of hip-hop, though he maintains that timeless talent would still thrive today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 04-19-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 04-19-26
    Apr 19 2026
    Cindy Adams delivers a sharp, idiosyncratic commentary on the decaying state of American institutions and the shifts within high society. She opens with a bleak assessment of the medical profession, citing the closure of historic pharmacies and the rise of impersonal healthcare to argue that the industry is no longer capable of "putting people back together." The program transitions into an exclusive interview with music mogul Clive Davis, who explores how social media and streaming algorithms have fundamentally altered the discovery of talent compared to the era of Whitney Houston. Finally, Adams provides a signature "behind-the-scenes" look at elite social circles, detailing a birthday gala at Mar-a-Lago and a private gathering for the new UN Ambassador, Mike Waltz. Through her characteristic blend of gossip and critique, Adams uses these diverse vignettes to document a world she believes is moving away from personal excellence toward a more fragmented and automated future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • John Catsimatidis | 04-12-26

    John Catsimatidis | 04-12-26
    Apr 12 2026
    Cindy Adams sits down with billionaire mogul John Catsimatidis, tracing his meteoric rise from a Greek immigrant clerk to a titan of the New York City business world. The conversation highlights his diverse entrepreneurial journey through the grocery, real estate, aviation, and oil industries, ultimately culminating in his acquisition of WABC radio. Beyond his professional milestones, the dialogue reveals a man guided by common sense, a lack of resentment toward others, and a deep-seated love for people and his country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 04-12-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 04-12-26
    Apr 12 2026
    Cindy Adams hosts a lively program that serves as both a vibrant tribute to New York City and a candid critique of its modern struggles. The show opens with a colorful review of the risqué Broadway revival of Cats, using the event to highlight the city's eccentric characters and the creative genius of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Adams then shifts to a sprawling interview with billionaire mogul John Catsimatidis, tracing his "rags-to-riches" journey from a Greek immigrant grocery clerk to a powerful owner of real estate, oil, and media assets. Through their personal rapport, the text explores themes of unapologetic patriotism, the value of hard work, and the critical importance of maintaining the city's quality of life to prevent an exodus of businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Nazli Parvizi | 04-05-26

    Nazli Parvizi | 04-05-26
    Apr 5 2026
    Cindy Adams sits down with Nazli Parvizi, the president of the Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD), who describes the institution’s mission to educate the public through the universal and joyful lens of food. Located in Brooklyn, the museum avoids judgmental lectures on nutrition, choosing instead to humanize the food system by highlighting the diverse stories of the people behind our meals. The current exhibition focuses on the history of street vending, illustrating how waves of immigrants used food carts as a tool for entrepreneurship and cultural resilience to build iconic New York legacies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins