Episodes

  • The Cindy Adams Show | 03-01-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 03-01-26
    Mar 1 2026
    Cindy Adams delivers a sharp-tongued commentary on the declining state of New York City and the cultural landscape of 2026. The broadcast is structured around the disappearance and sudden auctioning of celebrity memorabilia from the historic Friars Club, using these lost treasures as a metaphor for a bygone era of glamour and professional respect. Adams bridges this nostalgia with a candid interview featuring a retired NYPD officer to critique the current administration's failure to support law enforcement following a public assault on officers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Tom Smith | 03-01-26

    Tom Smith | 03-01-26
    Mar 1 2026
    Cindy Adams sits with retired officer Tom Smith discussing the eroding respect for law enforcement and the perceived failure of New York City's leadership to support the NYPD. Using a recent snowball attack on officers as a catalyst, Smith argues that a lack of firm consequences and "flippant" political rhetoric emboldens criminals while degrading officer morale. He specifically critiques the Police Commissioner's reliance on scripted responses and the Mayor’s history of anti-police sentiment, suggesting these factors contribute to a dangerous "tipping point" for the city's safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 02-22-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 02-22-26
    Feb 22 2026
    Cindy Adams provides a blunt critique of modern social trends, beginning with a lament over the perceived decline of traditional parenting and the rise of a disenfranchised youth culture. She transitions into an extensive interview with a high-end wedding planner to explore the excessive complexity and soaring costs of contemporary matrimonial celebrations, which Adams views with humorous skepticism. The broadcast concludes with a mixture of personal anecdotes about Hollywood icons like Liza Minnelli and sharp-tongued commentary on economic inflation and shifting cultural standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Samantha Curtis | 02-22-26

    Samantha Curtis | 02-22-26
    Feb 22 2026
    Wedding planner Samantha Curtis discusses the evolution of modern weddings into high-stakes, multi-day experiences that function as complex status symbols. She explains that the planning process now often spans eighteen months and requires hundreds of hours of labor to manage elaborate custom builds, international logistics, and high-end entertainment. Curtis emphasizes her role in mitigating behind-the-scenes crises, such as vendor breaches or difficult family dynamics, to ensure a seamless aesthetic for clients influenced by social media expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • Cardinal Timothy Dolan | 02-15-26

    Cardinal Timothy Dolan | 02-15-26
    Feb 15 2026
    Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on his transition from Archbishop of New York to retirement, emphasizing that while his administrative duties have ceased, his spiritual identity as a priest remains permanent. He offers a nostalgic look at his wholesome childhood in Missouri, credited to the "natural blessing" of a loving family and the "supernatural blessing" of his Catholic faith. Throughout the conversation, Dolan addresses the modern state of the Church, noting a hopeful rise in youth engagement and vocations while remaining firm on traditional stances, such as the exclusion of women from the priesthood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 02-15-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 02-15-26
    Feb 15 2026
    Cindy Adams presents a lively mix of celebrity reflections on aging and an intimate interview with Cardinal Timothy Dolan. The broadcast opens with a series of bold, often irreverent anecdotes from public figures like Dustin Hoffman and Jane Fonda, using Valentine’s Day as a thematic bridge to explore romance and personal history across the lifespan. The narrative heart of the show is a warm conversation between Adams and Dolan, where the high-ranking cleric discusses his transition into retirement, his upbringing in Missouri, and the enduring vitality of the Catholic Church. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • The Cindy Adams Show | 02-08-26

    The Cindy Adams Show | 02-08-26
    Feb 8 2026
    Cindy Adams offers a staccato commentary on the decline of New York City, lamenting the loss of iconic department stores and a perceived rise in social disorder. The narrative transitions from these cultural grievances to an interview with fashion stylist Benjamin Holtrop, where the dialogue explores the technical demands of dressing celebrities and the nuances of red-carpet logistics. Adams further populates the broadcast with idiosyncratic personal anecdotes, ranging from the behavioral quirks of her pampered Yorkshire Terrier to historical reflections on the lives of political spouses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Benjamin Holtrop | 02-08-26

    Benjamin Holtrop | 02-08-26
    Feb 8 2026
    Benjamin Holtrop discusses his professional journey from a student of photography and sculpture to a self-taught expert in celebrity wardrobing. He explains that his work revolves around establishing trust and collaboration with clients to elevate their personal style for high-profile events like the Grammys and red carpets. Holtrop details the logistical complexities of his role, including maintaining an emergency kit for mishaps, managing garment loans from designers, and navigating the fast-paced nature of modern fashion driven by social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins