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The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel

Bold. Unfiltered. Provocative. The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel dives headfirst into the stories shaping our world including politics law media and the shifting dynamics of American culture. Hosted by Emmy Award winning legal and media analyst Lionel the show challenges conventional narratives and explores the undercurrents of power and influence with fearless commentary and razor sharp wit. With decades of broadcasting experience and a loyal online following Lionel brings his signature style combining intellect satire and showmanship to the 77 WABC airwaves. Listen to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel on weeknights from 1AM to 5AM.

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    L.A. Marzulli | 07-01-26

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    Ross Coulthart |07-01-26

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    Dave Scott | 07-01-26

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    Don't Feed the Bigfoot | 07-01-26

    Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight, the ultimate late-night sanctuary for the "midnight misfits". Hosted by Walter Sterling, this wildly unpredictable show tackles everything from government UFO cover-ups and the legacy of reverse-engineered alien technology, to the hidden history of Nephilim giants hoarded by the Smithsonian. Get ready for deep dives into COVID-19 conspiracies, including illicit bio-labs and bizarre vaccine side effects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 4: Make Sedans Great Again | 07-01-26

    Welcome to the ultimate refuge for night owls and "midnight misfits" who prefer solitude over small talk. Host Walter Sterling tackles the absurdities of modern life, covering everything from the staggering inflation of Happy Meals to a passionate crusade to bring back the massive, oversized American sedan. Nothing is off-limits on this night shift: Walter dives into retro tech blunders like the RCA video disc, messy Love Island drama, the dangers of snooping in your spouse's LinkedIn DMs, and bizarre local crime at an Indiana gentleman's club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 3: Don't Feed the Sasquatch! | 07-01-26

    Walter Sterling is joined by Dave Scott and L.A. Marzulli to tackle the latest in government UFO disclosures, Tic-Tac spacecrafts, and actual metal debris recovered from Roswell. The conversation takes a massive turn as they uncover the hidden history of giant Nephilim skeletons, fallen angel technology, and the massive cover-up happening at the Smithsonian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 2: Hidden Agendas | 07-01-26

    Tune in to The Other Side of Midnight where Walter Sterling keeps you awake with a wild mix of pop culture nostalgia, caller stories, and shocking conspiracies. In this jam-packed hour, Walter takes a hard look at the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring horrifying claims from funeral directors about mysterious white blood clots and uncovering an illegal biological lab in California filled with genetically modified mice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 1: Sweat, Supergirl, and Spacecraft | 07-01-26

    Dive into the weird and wild on The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling! In this hour, premium journalist Ross Coulthart brings explosive updates from a Washington D.C. UAP disclosure forum, dropping bombshells about a secretly held 74-year-old audio tape covering the 1952 UFO dogfights over the Capitol and the ongoing battle for full alien transparency. Then, Walter takes a hard left into culture and nostalgia, revealing the tragic two words—Etan Patz—that permanently ended the era of kids freely playing outside until the streetlights came on. Add in heated late-night rants about cheap neighbors refusing to turn on their air conditioners in 90-degree heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Michelle Gibson | 06-30-26

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    Dave Scott | 06-30-26

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    Turn On the Damn Air Conditioner! | 06-30-26

    Welcome to the Midnight Misfit Club! Hosted by the delightfully unapologetic Walter Sterling, this podcast is the ultimate gathering place for the late shift, the insomniacs, and the chronically flat-footed. Tune in for a hilarious and bizarre mix of daily "resentment dumps," ranging from the agony of visiting relatives who refuse to turn on their air conditioning in 90-degree heat to the unresolved trauma of climbing ropes in high school gym class. Mixed in with the rants, Walter and his guests take deep dives into alternative history—like the great trolley car conspiracy and secret 19th-century asylums—track UFOs. Grab your questionable internet gummies, turn off the lights, and settle in for a wild, unapologetic ride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 4: A.I. Stole My Girlfriend | 06-30-26

    Walter tackles modern dating woes when a caller reveals his girlfriend is using ChatGPT for relationship advice. The conversation then shifts gears to the universal male urge to crank the AC until the car becomes a "meat locker", the loss of the neighborhood dive bar to the permanent, unforgiving record of social media, and the business dynamics and drama surrounding Caitlin Clark in the WNBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 3: Turn On the AC, Grandma! | 06-30-26

    Walter kicks things off with UFO expert Dave Scott to discuss the slow-drip of government UAP disclosure and a sudden surge in Dogman and Sasquatch sightings by budget-conscious campers. Then, Walter opens the phone lines for "your news" to passionately vent about his ultimate summer pet peeve: cheap relatives and stubborn hosts who refuse to turn on their air conditioning during a 90-degree heatwave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 2: Smart Pumps, Dumb Tolls | 06-30-26

    In this hour, Walter exposes the terrifying new reality of "smart" gas pumps that scan your license plate for warrants or unpaid tickets, and vents about the modern nightmare of cashless highway tolls slapping drivers with outrageous administration fees. Later, alternative history researcher Michelle Gibson joins the show to unravel bizarre 19th-century mysteries. Grab an orange cupcake and get ready to question everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 1: Physically Uneducated | 06-30-26

    Welcome to the "Midnight Misfit Club" for the introverts, the flat-footed, and the late-shift workers! This hour, Walter airs his lifelong grievances about childhood gym class trauma, from climbing ropes to impossible parallel bars. He also dissects the disastrous box office flop of the new Supergirl movie, blaming woke Hollywood for flattening out the lead actress with an uncomfortably constrictive costume. Along the way, Walter questions why anyone would ever trust a bungee cord or ride a vertical roller coaster. Plus, get ready for mind-bending theories about secret abandoned trolley tunnels hidden beneath major cities and the sinister origins of massive 19th-century insane asylums. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Edward Jones | 06-29-26

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    Dave Scott | 06-29-26

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    Wyatt Sharpe | 06-29-26

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    Supergirl & Conspiracies | 06-29-26

    This late-night variety and talk show tackles the strange, the funny, and the deeply controversial, bouncing wildly from Hollywood rants about Supergirl's costume to the physical perils of eating questionable medical gummies bought off TikTok. Listen as Walter and his eccentric guests dive into government UFO cover-ups, the hidden "Tartarian" history of the 1893 World's Fair, bizarre Florida crimes involving pythons and storm drains, and whatever else is keeping the late-night workforce awake. Expect unfiltered caller opinions on everything from bizarre back pain cures to the agony of loud Apple Store music, making this the ultimate unpredictable audio companion for the sleep-deprived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Matias Boom Boom | 06-29-26

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    Hour 4: Tartaria: The Erased Empire | 06-29-26

    Walter Sterling takes a hard left turn into deep-state conspiracies and alternative history. Discover the mind-bending claims that the Chicago World's Fair was actually a massive cover-up to destroy the ancient, free-energy empire of Tartaria, and that sprawling 19th-century insane asylums were quietly built to lock up people who remembered this erased "old world". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 3: Aliens & Opioids | 06-29-26

    In this wild, unpredictable hour, host Walter Sterling and UFO expert Dave Scott dive deep into the government's alleged UFO crash retrieval programs, top-secret 25-story underground bunkers, and why private corporations might be hiding alien bodies to dodge Freedom of Information Act requests. Walter brings you the "real" news. Cap it all off with bizarre listener UFO sightings and a caller who masterfully connects opioids, Obama, and COVID cremations into one glorious conspiracy theory. Buckle up and embrace the other side! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 2: Neutering Hollywood | 06-29-26

    In this wildly unpredictable hour, Walter takes on the absurdities of modern culture, ranting against Hollywood's decision to literally and figuratively bind Supergirl. He also confesses to falling for the modern "traveling medicine show," wasting a small fortune on questionable "gas station gummies" from TikTok and Temu. Between personal updates about his stellar lipid panels and a very rebellious cat, Walter fields calls from listeners across the country. Buckle up for spirited debates on TWA Flight 800 conspiracy theories, a miraculous "golden thread" back pain cure, Beanie Baby revivals, and the infuriating politics of pain medication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 1: Supergirl’s Restrictive Wardrobe | 06-29-26

    Step into the wonderfully weird world of late-night talk radio with The Other Side of Midnight, hosted by the delightfully unsupervised Walter Sterling. In this hour, Walter rants about the misery of PCs versus Macs, gets the latest Gen-Z trends from his teenage correspondent Wyatt Sharpe, and debates the movie Supergirl ) with Hollywood critic Matias Bombal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Dave Scott | 06-26-26

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    Eddy Aragon | 06-26-26

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    Matias Boom Boom | 06-26-26

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    Robert Clotworthy | 06-26-26

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    The CPAP Cure for Alien Dreams | 06-26-26

    This episode of the Other Side of Midnight abandons the rules to dive into everything from secret snacking confessions (like orange Hostess cupcakes and sandwiches with "too much mayonnaise") to deep-dive global conspiracies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 4: Flat Tires and Flying Saucers | 06-26-26

    Join host Walter Sterling as he ditches mainstream cable TV narratives to focus on everyday "real news"—like dealing with flat tires, the non-stop parade of Amazon package deliveries, and the sheer disappointment of receiving grapes instead of cherries from the supermarket. In this hour, Walter fields calls from listeners navigating the chaos of unreliable MTA buses and planning tiny 50-year high school reunions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 3: The Radioactive Alien Diaper | 06-26-26

    In this wild hour, host Walter Sterling chats with Dave Scott from Spaced Out Radio about UFO whistleblowers, government fear-mongering over "unsafe oceans," and his alien abduction story featuring a hybrid toddler in a glowing, radioactive diaper. Later, Walter opens the lines to everyday callers sharing their own personal "news"—ranging from a tragically itchy chicken dinner and a 1959 sleep paralysis UFO sighting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 2: The Vegas Conspiracy & The Apple Store Jerk | 06-26-26

    In this jam-packed hour, host Walter Sterling sits down with broadcaster Eddy Aragon to unpack a massive conspiracies, Saudi princes, and Jeffrey Epstein. Then, retired NYPD detective Vic Ferrari drops in to detail the unbelievable true crime story of a one-armed Gambino mobster who allegedly orchestrated a $1.7 million heist at a Manhattan Chanel boutique. Taking a break from the world's chaos, Walter flips the script to focus on "personal news," sharing touching milestones about his autistic daughter learning to make scrambled eggs and confidently booking her own Apple Store appointment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 1: Buc-ee's & UFO's | 06-26-26

    Join Walter Sterling for a wild, unpredictable late-night ride through the strange and mundane. In this eclectic hour, Walter chats with Ancient Aliens voice Robert Clotworthy about government UFO disinformation, unearthing hidden chambers in the Great Pyramid of Giza, and the absolute guilty pleasure of secretly eating Hostess orange cupcakes in the car. The midnight madness continues with Walter's hilarious rants about demanding "too much mayonnaise" at the deli, the agonizing etiquette of staying in an un-air-conditioned guest room & of course... Buc-ee's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Dave Scott | 06-25-26

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    Eddy Aragon | 06-25-26

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    Michael Harrison | 06-25-26

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    Trash Day Trauma & Alien Pancakes | 06-25-26

    Welcome to the ultimate late-night hangout for the "midnight misfits"! Hosted by the unfiltered Walter Sterling, this podcast skips the stuffy political punditry to focus on what actually matters—your real everyday news. Join Walter on the late shift as he tackles the gritty realities of suburban survival, from the triumphs of trash collection day to his controversial takes on lawn-mowing etiquette. Expect the unexpected as insomniac callers share wild tales of 25-pound raccoon attacks, the absolute superiority of pie-cut over square-cut pizza, and the chaotic, unfiltered realities of nursing home life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 4: Pie-Cut Pizza or We Riot | 06-25-26

    Join host Walter Sterling in Hour 4 as he fields calls from "midnight misfits" sharing the bizarre, hilarious, and frustrating realities of their daily lives. Expect everything from epic battles with 25-pound Brooklyn raccoons to furious rants about the tragedy of square-cut pizza. The show features wild detours into classic exotic dancer names, unbelievable "Florida Stories" involving naked pool crashers and angry 700-pound alligators, and deep discussions on whether love is a soul connection or a mere chemical reaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 3: The DEI Dumpster Fire | 06-25-26

    In this hour, UAP expert Dave Scott stops by to discuss the government's latest disappointing, "cartoonish" UFO file drops and whether the whole thing is just a psychological operation. Throw in some debates about North Korea manipulating the weather, a deep dive into a disgraced DEI executive stealing a New York City trash can, and a teacher who proves sock puppets will always beat an iPhone. Grab your tin foil hat and tune in—because on the late shift, insanity works! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 2: The UFO Gatekeeper Vanishes | 06-25-26

    Walter and New Mexico broadcaster Eddie Aragon unpack the bizarre disappearance of a military "UFO gatekeeper" who vanished with first-aid kits and a revolver amidst a struggle with cognitive decline. The conspiracy talk doesn't stop there, as Walter dives into the dark history of the CIA secretly paying off journalists to control the news and touches on gruesome rumors about Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch. Also, Vic Ferrari talks about a rogue corrections officer spiking a coworker's coffee with laxatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 1: Midnight Misfits Anonymous | 06-25-26

    Pull up a chair to the "urban campfire" with Walter Sterling on The Other Side of Midnight. Designed specifically for night owls, shift workers, and midnight misfits, this show skips the exhausting political talking points and sports recaps to focus on the real news of everyday life. From the high-stakes drama of suburban trash pickup and check engine lights to bizarre listener calls and deep 2:00 AM conspiracy theories, Walter covers it all with humor and cynicism. Whether you're driving an 18-wheeler, painting in your studio, or just can't sleep, tune in for unpredictable, authentic late-night conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Dave Scott | 06-24-26

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    Eddy Aragon | 06-24-26

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    Dan Mason | 06-24-26

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    Matias Boom Boom | 06-24-26

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    Supergirl & Superdads | 06-24-26

    Welcome to the wildest late-night ride on the radio dial! This episode is a delightfully chaotic blend of pop culture, bizarre conspiracies, heartfelt parenting advice, and wild true crime. Walter kicks things off with a glowing review of the new Supergirl movie and an insightful interview on the radio industry with former CBS president Dan Mason. Walter's counterintuitive secrets to putting a screaming baby to sleep and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 4: Play The Hits | 06-24-26

    In this hour, Walter deep dives into Hungarian graveyard cannibals to deep, honest conversations about the unspoken struggles of single fatherhood. Walter also delivers his signature "Florida Stories"—featuring men wrestling miniature golf course alligators at 3 AM, undercover police ice cream vans, and a man who crowned himself the king of fossilized dinosaur feces. Cap it off with Walter's brutal takedown of the "music discovery" myth and the latest celebrity gossip. It's eccentric, opinionated, and always unpredictable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 3: Misfits, Mutants, and Midnight Radio | 06-24-26

    In this unpredictable hour, Walter sits down with UFO expert Dave Scott to debate whether extraterrestrials are interdimensional travelers, vacationing tourists from the future, or hiding out on the dark side of the moon. The conversation then takes a wild pivot through WNBA drama to fiercely defend Caitlin Clark. Just when you think things are normalizing, Walter unleashes unhinged midnight conspiracies—including theories about human meat being secretly ground into fast-food hamburgers and high-society elites drinking human blood to stay young. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 2: Pancakes from Space | 06-24-26

    In this hour, we explore the chilling and often-overlooked "Santa Claus theory" in the JonBenét Ramsey case, unearth the dark rumors and secret police force allegedly hiding within Disneyland's underground tunnels, and reveal the shocking true story of the CIA's untraceable "heart attack gun" that fired frozen shellfish toxin. Plus, we cover bizarre historical tales of aliens handing out pancakes to farmers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hour 1: Supergirl & Baby Bottles | 06-24-26

    Join Walter Sterling on "The Other Side of Midnight" for a wild, unpredictable late-night ride with his loyal audience of "misfits". In this hour, Walter kicks things off with Hollywood insider Matias "Boom Boom" Bombal, as they review the new Supergirl movie and its star, Millie Alcock. Walter also sits down with radio legend and former CBS Radio President Dan Mason to discuss his new book Fearless, the painful reality of firing massive talents like Don Imus, and why NPR should lose its non-commercial status. Later, Walter leans into his "old dad" wisdom to share his unconventional, counterintuitive secrets for getting a crying baby to sleep. Toss in some heartfelt and heavy calls from listeners navigating the complex journey of single fatherhood, and you've got an unforgettable hour of late-night talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Bold. Unfiltered. Provocative. The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel dives headfirst into the stories shaping our world including politics law media and the shifting dynamics of American culture. Hosted by Emmy Award winning legal and media analyst Lionel the show challenges conventional narratives and explores the undercurrents of power and influence with fearless commentary and razor sharp wit. With decades of broadcasting experience and a loyal online following Lionel brings his signature style combining intellect satire and showmanship to the 77 WABC airwaves. Listen to The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel on weeknights from 1AM to 5AM.

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Bold. Unfiltered. Provocative. The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel dives headfirst into the stories shaping our world including politics law media and the shifting dynamics of American culture. Hosted by Emmy Award winning legal and media analyst Lionel the show challenges conventional...

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