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The Reactivist
by Marlaina Schiavo
Throughout my entire media career, I have discussed news, politics, entertainment. You name it, I've talked about it. Except sports. Sorry, no sports here. But if there is one thing I have learned in this business, it's that life comes at you fast. We have no control over the things that happen, but we can control how we react. I try to see the funny in everything. And that's what I will be doing here...I'll be reacting...and laughing. And my hope is that you will do the same. Welcome.
Episodes
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No Money Mo Problems
Are we heading into a recession? Like every other issue in the US, no one can agree on the answer.
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I Feel Like A Woman
What is a woman? This question has come up a lot over the past few years. And since today International Women's Day, I am sharing what it's like to be a woman..
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Econo Me!
Did she really just say that? Wait until you hear Sunny Hostin's theory on why Trump wants to eliminate the DOE. The only thing missing is a tin foil hat. Also, I'll share my get-rich-(not)-quick scheme and more.
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Schools, Screens And The Politics Of Mothershould
Why are public schools in a downward spiral? Will we ever see regulation on technology for minors? And why has everyone lost their sense of humor? Joining me to discuss this and more is stand-up comedian, Katie Finn.
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Anti-Theatrics: Washington vs. The Media
Kristi Noem wears a bullet proof vest but it didn't fend off her critics. Plus, the women on The View discuss immigration with MI Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Elizabeth Warren had some notes for RFK Jr. Spoiler: They weren't love notes.
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The Bro Show: Tucker Carlson And Eric Adams
Tucker Carlson plays softball (interview) with NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
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Emelia Pérez: Poli-Wood Critics
The film "Emelia Perez" has received 13 Oscar nominations. Why is this causing such a stir? The answer may surprise you.
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TikTok Ban: A Virtual Unreality
Will banning TikTok increase our security? Perhaps. But securing our personal and national data is a virtual impossibility.
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Sounds Female(iar)
2025: I am woman, watch me score.
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Let Them Read (Some) Books
NJ Governor Phil Murphy signed The Freedom To Read Act this week. A legislation that will prohibit school boards and libraries to remove books from shelves that some people deem as inappropriate. Even if the books contain sexually explicit material. Hey Phil..how about a reduction in property...
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Politically Pink And Rosie
When will the Monday morning quarterbacking of the election cease? Apparently, not yet. Bill Clinton discusses political division with Joe Scarborough and Rosie O'Donnell still hates Trump.
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Network Noise
Casual Friday, crunchie moms, cowering media, cold case, and a criminal on the run.
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No Rest For The Wicked
Will Pete Hegseth get replaced by Ron DeSantis or did his mama help his drama? And Wicked is triggering for people who arae thin-skinned... wait ... make that green-skinned.
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Pardon Me?
Joe Biden does an about-face on pardoning his son Hunter. Plus, Jane Fonda visits Bill Maher on his podcast, but the pair don't seem to be speaking the same language.
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Thankful I Am Not You...Or You.
Sometimes you can be grateful for what you don't have. Seems counter intuitive, I know.
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[Lean] Right Said Fred
Comedian Fred Rubino talks comedy, politics, jobs he won't do and more.
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Nancy Opened A Can Of Mace
Brian Williams airs his political grievances to Seth Myers. Rep. Nancy Mace unleashes her fury on ABC reporter. And Trump's new AG pick, Pam Bondi, is scaring the Democrats more than Gaetz.
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Libpocrisy
Why are liberals ie. "the party of tolerance," so intolerant? The same party who celebrates diversity, refuses diversity of opinion. It's hard to pinpoint exactly when this shift happened occurred but, now that the Democrats have lost the election, maybe they will take steps to pull the pendulum...
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Dept. Of Heath And Fast Food Services
RFK eats a Big Mac with his Mac Daddy, Gov. Hochul's new congestion pricing sales pitch, Biden in the wild and more.
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Trump Opens The Flood Gaetz
Both sides of the aisle shudder at Trump's AG pick, Alex Jones gets ousted from his post and more.
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Still In Dem(nial)
As Donald Trump continues to list his cabinet members, Dems continue to list their grievances. The same party whose anthem was "we're not going back," can't seem to stop looking in their rearview.
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Locker Up
Why do kids' school lockers look like mini dorm rooms now? And why can social media giants suppress information for the government but can't figure out a filter formula that works to protect our kids from seeing age inappropriate content?
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Bail Reform: Political Correctness in Corrections
Is violent crime on the rise as a result of bail reform laws? My guest today is bail attorney and Professional Bondsmen of Texas board member, Ken W. Good. He offers his perspective on the politics of bail reform and its impact on public safety. For more from Ken W. Good on criminal justice...
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Things that make you go "ew"
Today's topics include a Brazilian super model / influencer tries an unsavory beauty trend, line etiquette and a "boring" dog.
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JD Vance and the Futon Clan
On todays minicast: Jesse Watters wants to see a video of JD Vance Doing What?! Donald questions if his wife loves him, and Vance doubles down on childless women.
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In other news...
From Chicago to Australia... a quick look at some stories outside of the hyper political news cyclone.
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Deviant
Today, I am joined by the hosts of the podcast "Deviant," Andrew Iden and Dan Szematowics. "Deviant" is a true crime podcast that has all the feels of a horror film except, the details are far from fiction. Join me, as Andrew and Dan delve into the darkness behind one of the most prolific serial...
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About last night...
I think it's crystal clear why we had a presidential debate in June. If you disagree, I'm not sure what channel you were watching last night.
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The Next Genderation
Nassau County, NY has officially banned transgender athletes from competing on teams that match the gender they identify with.
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Friender Bender
From congressional catfights to presidential prosecution, there is no shortage of political unrest amongst Americans. We may not all be on the same page in November but, outside of the voting booth, why can't we be friends? This week's episode touches on all the fan favorites..Trump, MTG, AOC,...
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Art-pocalypse: Let's Agree To... Agree
Is the world coming to an end? NY criminal defense attorney Arthur Aidala and I can't seem to disagree on anything. But, will he give up the tea when pressed about his client, Ghislaine Maxwell? Find out here in the second half of our conversation..
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Donald said "Trump!" Michael Cohen said "How high?"
Donald Trump's former attorney, Michael Cohen, takes the stand in NY hush money trial. The man who was once so loyal to the former President, is now throwing darts at the very person he once claimed he'd take a bullet for. Criminal defense attorney, Arthur Aidala, joins me to discuss the latest…
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Grab A Dumbrella, It's Raining Idiots.
College protestors, Michael Smerconish's cancelled commencement speech and another AOC world salad. Hold on to your brain cells, this one may cost you more than you care to spare.
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Bromancing The Throne
Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis have apparently mended the fences during a private meeting in Miami over the weekend. Oh, to be a fly on the wall during what DeSantis characterized as a "peace talk."
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Flipping the script
On today's episode, I welcome my long-time friend and colleague, 77 WABC Radio Host, Frank Morano. We discuss everything political, personal and how Frank would like to see me dead. And some trivial trivia.
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Uncommon Core
Fox News host Jesse Watters was ridiculed across media outlets this week after he grossly miscalculated the annual salary of people earning $20/hour. Note: The state of California just raised the minimum wage for food industry workers to $20/hour. The larger message communicated by Watters was…
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No Middle Ground
In a two-party political system, where do the centrists go? Asking for a population.
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The Blame Game
Trump slams Lindsey Graham for his stance on abortion. Mayor Eric Adams extends a faux olive branch to Gov. Abbot and is Ozempic helping women get pregnant?
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Transgender Bender
President Biden announces Transgender Day of Visibility and the natives get restless.
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Lib And Let Lib...sometimes.
Kathy Hochul gets turned away from slain NYPD officer's wake. And don't hate on me for not hating Ron DeSantis. Or go ahead, hate me. You decide.
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You win some..You lose some more.
The Biden administration traded pride for prejudice in order to pass the 1.2 trillion dollar spending bill over the weekend and Donald Trump for the win...in golf.
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Musk we? We Musk.
March 19th was National Laughter Day but arguably, every day is laughable in some way. From Elon Musk to the bible belt, today is a mixed bag of acerbic absurdities.
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Open Responses To Open Letters
This bonus segment is for all the open letter writers out there. You know who they are. You're the person who feels compelled to capture their feelings, concerns and rants in a personal letter, and then posts it for public consumption. From the praisers to the shame-on-your(ers), I consistently…
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National Working Moms Day
Whether you work inside or outside the home, if you're a mom, you're a working mom. Hey working dads... sit down. It's never about you.
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Generation Slap
Human interaction is on the brink of extinction. We need a serious course correction. It is time to teach our kids how to function in the real world and free them from spiraling into an endless virtual vortex.
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Super Stupid & Super Tuesday
A quick recap on a human guinea pig in Germany and Donald Trump's primary victory.
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Synonyms. Saints. SCOTUS.
Holy Random Batman! Today's reactions involve this week's U.S Supreme Court ruling, Saint Anthony, corpses, and a hat tip to National Grammar Day. Not necessarily in that order.
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Hindsight Is 2024
Seeing Monica Lewinsky's name back in the headlines this week made me long for a time when the "worst" thing the President ever did, was make out with an intern. How much would you give to go back to the days of tabloid politics? In this first episode of The Reactivist, we are going to take a…
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The Reactivist: Welcome
Life comes at you fast. And even though we can't necessarily control what happens, we can always control how we react. My philosophy? Find the funny. Don't think you can? That's where I come in. Throughout my entire media career, I have covered just about every type of story you can possibly…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Throughout my entire media career, I have discussed news, politics, entertainment. You name it, I've talked about it. Except sports. Sorry, no sports here. But if there is one thing I have learned in this business, it's that life comes at you fast. We have no control over the things that happen, but we can control how we react. I try to see the funny in everything. And that's what I will be doing here...I'll be reacting...and laughing. And my hope is that you will do the same. Welcome.
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Marlaina Schiavo
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Throughout my entire media career, I have discussed news, politics, entertainment. You name it, I've talked about it. Except sports. Sorry, no sports here. But if there is one thing I have learned in this business, it's that life comes at you fast. We have no control over the things that happen,...
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