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No Excuses with Fernando Mateo

No Excuses with Fernando Mateo

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 No Excuses with Fernando Mateo brings unapologetic, straight talking conversation to the airwaves, focusing on real issues impacting New York City and beyond. Hosted by businessman, community advocate, and former mayoral candidate Fernando Mateo, the show delivers bold perspectives on politics, public safety, small business, and the everyday challenges facing working class Americans. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, Mateo built his career from the ground up. He grew a small business into a successful enterprise while becoming a leading voice for taxi drivers and bodega owners across New York City. His decades of advocacy and hands on experience give him a unique, street level understanding of the issues that matter most to local communities. On No Excuses, Mateo brings that same energy and authenticity to every broadcast. From city politics to national headlines, he does not shy away from tough conversations. He offers candid insights, engaging interviews, and a platform for voices that are often overlooked.2026 Red Apple Media Politics & Government
Episodes
  • No Excuses with Fernando Mateo | 05-10-26

    No Excuses with Fernando Mateo | 05-10-26
    May 10 2026
    Fernando Mateo and guest Jake Novak critique the current political and social landscape of New York City, specifically targeting government inefficiency and the protection of criminals over victims. The duo expresses deep frustration with elected officials who allegedly prioritize anti-enforcement rhetoric and support for undocumented offenders over the safety of working-class residents and the integrity of law enforcement. They propose a shift toward private-sector partnerships, suggesting that the city’s affordability and housing crises could be solved by incentivizing billionaires and tax-advantaged institutions to invest in public infrastructure. Furthermore, they argue that prestigious organizations like the Met, which hold massive endowments, should provide free admission to New Yorkers rather than accumulating wealth through high entry fees and lavish fundraisers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • David Do | 05-03-26

    David Do | 05-03-26
    May 3 2026
    Fernando Matteo interviews former New York City Taxi and Limousine Commissioner David Do to reflect on his four-year tenure and the evolving state of the industry. The conversation centers on Do's efforts to provide financial relief for medallion owners through debt restructuring and his push for the Green Rides Initiative, which mandates a transition to electric vehicles for ride-share giants like Uber and Lyft. While Matteo commends Do's accessibility to individual drivers, he challenges the former commissioner on persistent issues such as the high cost of insurance fraud, the dominance of leasing companies over individual plates, and the need for better service for vulnerable populations relying on government-funded transportation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • Brooklyn Pres. Antonio Reynoso (D-NY) | 05-03-26

    Brooklyn Pres. Antonio Reynoso (D-NY) | 05-03-26
    May 3 2026
    Fernando Mateo interviews Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso regarding his background and his run for the U.S. Congress. The dialogue highlights a sharp contrast between Reynoso’s belief in socialist principles and government assistance as a foundation for equity and Mateo’s staunch defense of individualism and the American dream. While Reynoso views his political success as a result of both hard work and luck, Mateo argues that ambition and the refusal to rely on public subsidies are the true drivers of prosperity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
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