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 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.
This episode of "The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel" is an informative exploration of sexual predation, the challenges faced by victims, and the societal response to high-profile cases like Epstein. Lionel uses the Epstein story as a "tutorial" to dissect the deep-seated skepticism toward victims, particularly the notion of "asking for it" or failing to satisfy "societal muster". The conversation, featuring callers like Lynn and Dee, addresses the debilitating shock and fear experienced by victims, the devastating long-term effects of trauma, including low self-esteem and self-hatred, and the fear of confronting powerful perpetrators. The discussion also tackles the complex legal landscape, covering issues such as the difficulty victims face when seeking justice through litigation—often being accused of being "after the almighty buck" despite seeking validation—and constitutional concepts like due process, even for figures like Harvey Weinstein. Lionel stresses the critical need for parents to "inoculate" their children immediately against online and real-world predators, teaching them to speak up despite threats and manipulation. Ultimately, the show aims to shed light on how predators operate (often lacking a "judgment center" and favoring intimidation over seduction), and asks why society fails to prioritize the victim in these complicated matters.
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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.