Rudy Giuliani was literally given his Last Rites, but he clearly wasn’t ready to go. Opie and Ron the Waiter react to Rudy’s miraculous "bounce back" off the ventilator and the sheer New York defiance it takes to tell a priest "not today."We also break down the 2026 Met Gala, where the "Costume Art" theme turned the red carpet into a high-fashion fever dream. From A-listers dressed as literal mannequins to the historic debut of Aaron Rose Philip—the first Black transgender model with quadriplegic cerebral palsy to attend—we look at the thin line between "art" and "absurdity." Also on the show:NBA Playoffs: The Knicks absolutely dismantle the 76ers by 39 points at the Garden. Plus, the strange reality of a Jayson Tatum-less Celtics team.NHL Heat: A Bruins fan gives the ultimate "Boston Salute" after a loss to the Sabres.NYC Grind: The ongoing battle over Congestion Pricing and why the city feels like one giant cash grab.Cinco de Mayo: Why it’s officially "Amateur Hour" for every waiter in New York.
May 5
59 min
The world is getting weirder, and Opie is here to keep score. In today’s episode, we are joined by Comedian Tony P to break down the terrifying news of a Hantavirus outbreak aboard the luxury cruise ship MV Hondius. We discuss the symptoms, the rodent connection, and why anyone still pays thousands of dollars to be trapped at sea with a "mouse virus."Then, we dive into the bizarre story of the "Tape Cleaner King," an Austin man who just pleaded guilty to moving $8.4 million in illegal poppers under the guise of "Pumpkin Spice" VCR maintenance. We also tackle the sheer frustration of the Five Boro Bike Tour holding New York City hostage, Rudy Giuliani’s critical condition in Florida, and the questionable quality of day strippers. It’s a Monday mix of high-stakes crime, medical horror, and essential New York observational humor.Subscribe to the Opie Radio podcast to join the conversation.
May 4
1 hr 3 min
The JPMorgan lawsuit is rocking Wall Street, and we have the unhinged details. From the "brown boy" racial slurs to the alleged "corporate dominatrix" behavior of Lorna Hajdini—we break down the quotes that have the banking world stunned.Also in today’s episode:The Dog Track Degenerate: Ron the Waiter remembers his mom betting the Greyhounds in New Hampshire. Plus, Opie explains why "rescued" Greyhounds living in tiny NYC apartments might actually be a tragedy.* The Apprentice Reboot: Amazon is eyeing Donald Trump Jr. to host the new series. Can he match the "Old Man's" charisma, or is this destined to fail? The Ass-Off: J.Lo vs. Madonna vs. Cher. Opie compares his own "assets" to the legends, much to the guys' horror.Dog Park Karens: Why are old ladies in Manhattan so obsessed with Opie’s dog being "intact"?Follow Opie:Instagram/Twitter: @OpieRadioYouTube: youtube.com/opieradio
May 1
59 min
Did New York City really shut down for a stuffed animal? Opie and Ron the Waiter dive into the absurdity of King Charles’ visit to NYC, where the "Royal work" consisted of planting salad in Harlem and donating a Roo doll to a library. Was it worth the gridlock?Plus, a reality check on the "disgusting" state of NYC sidewalks after the winter thaw. Why are New Yorkers so bad at being dog owners? We also look at the rise of the machines—from AI taking over airport baggage handling to robot neighborhood watches. The robots are coming for the "un-automatable" jobs, and they’re probably better at picking up dog poop than we are.Follow Opie:Instagram/Twitter: @OpieRadioYouTube: Opie Clips / Opie Radio
Apr 30
1 hr 8 min
Opie and Ron the Waiter break down the hypocrisy of the Trump/Kimmel "widow joke" feud and King Charles’ useless "nodding tour" through NYC.The Double Standard: Trump wants Kimmel fired for a joke he ended up making himself.Royal Weirdness: The White House beehive and Charles' "fish out of water" visit to Harlem.Legacy: Remembering the "corny" tactics of Al Sharpton and Ron's amazing review of the Patrice O’Neal benefit for Patrice's family!
Apr 29
1 hr 16 min
Is comedy officially under investigation? Today, Opie dives deep into the high-stakes feud between Jimmy Kimmel and Donald Trump. Following a literal security breach at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the Trumps are demanding Kimmel be fired over his "Expectant Widow" joke. Opie breaks down why you have to protect the First Amendment—even for people you don’t like—and calls out the "spineless" corporations that refuse to back their talent.Plus: * Wedding Season Fatigue: Why getting married in the middle of the Bills' playoffs should be a crime.Tony P. joins the show to reveal the absolute worst wedding songs that will ruin your reception.The Cross Bronx Serengeti: A wild look back at the 1980s Bronx, where breaking down on the highway meant your car was getting picked apart like a carcass in the wild.Opie's Dad’s "Creative" Car Disposal: The legendary family story of how the senior Hughes would "retire" old family vehicles by ditching them in the middle of the Bronx.
Apr 28
1 hr 6 min
The White House Correspondents' Dinner turned into an evacuation, but the real mystery is why Oz the Mentalist didn't see it coming. While he was busy with parlor tricks, the room was in a frenzy—leaving Dana White to show everyone what "not ducking" looks like, while RFK Jr. accidentally left Cheryl Hines in the dust.Plus, comedian Tony P joins to talk about the "Survival Years" of our childhood. From the "Lamppost Curfew" to the shady reality of how we had to find privacy back in the day, we break down why kids today wouldn't last a week in the 80s.
Apr 27
1 hr
Opie, Ron the Waiter, and Tony P tackle the "Wild West" in Midtown, the "Showtime" performers hijacking the subway, and why the new Michael Jackson biopic is a sanitized mess. Plus: lavender pastry crimes and the top 5 guitar solos.
Apr 24
1 hr 10 min
The "Surveillance" is Real.Opie and Ron the Waiter break down the Brooklyn lawsuit against JetBlue for "Surveillance Pricing." Are they tracking your cookies to spike your flight price in real-time?The High-Speed Salmon.New studies show European salmon are literally tweaking on river-water cocaine. Plus, the "Ozempic Divorce" trend—why rapid weight loss is causing a spike in marriage filings.Also Today:UK Smoking Ban: The law that makes it illegal for an entire generation to ever buy a cigarette.The Only Child Life: Ron the Waiter on the psychological difference between being an only child and growing up with a house full of siblings.Fetishes & F-Us: A deep dive into the weird side of the internet.
Apr 23
1 hr 6 min
*** Organizing my content. Best Last Year of Radio is now it's own separate podcast called Opie: Final Mic Drop https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opie-final-mic-drop/id1893190444 Going chroilogically through my last year of radio ***Carl Ruiz is facing his greatest nightmare: a family road trip. In this classic segment from the final year at SiriusXM, Carl prepares for the legendary Memphis in May BBQ festival, only to realize his solo professional mission has turned into a cross-country trek with his wife and kids. The guys dive into truck stop culture and why Carl desperately needs a CB radio to survive the drive.This episode also features:A Historic First Meeting: Opie and Carl talk to Matt Farah (The Smoking Tire) for the very first time.The Crepe Disaster: Opie tries to convince a professional chef that his latest cooking video is "gourmet" quality, driving Carl absolutely nuts.
Apr 23
1 hr 4 min
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