At a time when Americans are more divided than ever, Connecting America is a place where everyone can gather and express their opinions, with no disrespect. And what better place than a Jersey diner to host this show? Because where else but a diner can you find a buffet of opinions, ideas and real connections?
Connecting America, a brand-new national program that aims to truly connect everyday people and is dedicated to showcasing ideas and embracing civil conversation. We’ll also include amazing ways to improve your fitness, health and nutrition, revive your spiritual self, and give your home a makeover.
Connecting America streams live every weekday from 7a-9aET. Our program is led by a group of award-winning journalists including Jim Rosenfield, Alisyn Camerota, and Dave Briggs. We’ll also hear from “America’s Psychologist” Dr. Jeff Gardere, and former Fox News Senior Foreign Affairs Correspondent Amy Kellogg. Join us wherever you get your podcasts!
The NBA Betting Scandal, The Value of the Gems Stolen from The Louvre, Proposition 50 Is On CA’s Ballot, RFK Jr. Redefines Healthy Eating, IU School Paper & Censorship, the NYC Mayoral Campaign, NFL Preview, and Broadway’s Best Shows for Kids & Families
The NBA Betting Scandal with commentary with former FBI Special Agent, DAVID SHAPIRO and USA TODAY’s BRYAN KALBROSKY. Details on the robbery at The Louvre with DR. LORI VERDERAME. California voters sound off against Proposition 50 as Political Strategist JEANETTE HOFFMAN explains the conflict. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. redefines healthy eating, explained by Nutritionist, ERIN PALINSKI-WADE. Indiana University’s school newspaper battles censorship by school administrators. JOHN CATSIMATIDIS discusses the New York City Mayoral campaign and his endorsement of Andrew Cuomo, and the US economy. TYLER DRAGON, of USA TODAY previews this week's NFL action. LEIGH SCHEPS reveals Broadway’s Best Shows for kids and families.
NBA Gambling (9:52)
Tropical Storm Melissa (4:25)
Trump Canada and Russia (1:56)
Louvre (9:38)
Grandmaster Death Investigation (1:01)
Gold Prices (0:54)
Prop 50 (6:41)
Walmart Thanksgiving (1:41)
American Cattle Ranchers (1:30)
RFK Nutrition (5:56)
Eric Adams Endorses Andrew Cuomo (2:39)
Trump On Mamdani (1:29)
NBA Illegal Gambling (9:21)
IU School Paper Controversy (5:28)
NYC Election (6:59)
NFL Week 8 (6:15)
Holiday Shows For Kids (6:20)
KPop Demon Hunters Merch (1:21)
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23 Oct 2025
ICE’s Raid on NYC’s Canal Street, Auto Insurance Prices Rising, Negative Jewish Stereotypes In Media with Allison Josephs, New York’s Mayoral Race, Young Adults and Substance Abuse Disorder, Are AI Chatbots Preying On Children?, Pickle Ball Injuries and How To Avoid Them
ICE agents apprehended nine undocumented immigrants on NYC’s Canal Street, BOBBI REBELL talks about the rising costs of auto insurance, Dispelling negative Jewish stereotypes in media with influencer ALLISON JOSEPHS, Political commentator ANDREW KIRTZMAN summarizes the heated NYC Mayoral debate between Andrew Cuomo, Curtis Sliwa and Zohran Mamdani, MARCI HOPKINS discusses why young adults are at a high risk for substance abuse disorder and how to get support, USA TODAY’s Wellness Reporter, ALYSSA GOLDBERG details the story of AI chatbots and their accessibility to children as well as the potential dangers involved, DR. JONATHAN TSUI discusses risks associated with the pickle ball and how participants can protect themselves from serious injuries.
East Wing Demolition (4:47)
ICE Raid (7:51)
NYC Mayoral Debate (8:58)
Tropical Storm Melissa (3:40)
Louvre Reopens (5:22)
Health Insurance (2:25)
Auto Insurance (4:33)
Jewish Stereotypes (9:20)
Government Shutdown (7:37)
NYC Mayoral Debate (8:45)
Substance Abuse (6:32)
Character AI (7:23)
Springsteen Movie/Book (6:35)
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22 Oct 2025
The Shutdown's Impact on a Special Needs Camp, The Psychology Behind Joining Protests Like “No Kings”, The New Jersey Governor's Race and the Influence of Latino Voters, Former Clinton Attorney Has A New Book & Thoughts on Trump, Are The Abortion Pill & Healthcare In Rural America In Trouble?, Taylor Swift’s “Showgirl" Sells Four Million Units & She’s Her Own Halloween Theme!
DAWN TRAPP, CEO of Civitan Foundation details how the shutdown is hurting a Grand Canyon-based camp that supports special needs adults and children. DR. JEFF GARDERE explains the psychology behind participation in protests like “No Kings”. The New Jersey Governor’s race and the influence of Hispanic and Latino voters is discussed with President & CEO of the NJ Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, CARLOS MEDINA. President Clinton’s former White House Counsel, LANNY DAVIS previews his upcoming book and shares perspective on Trump. The pushback on the Abortion Pill (mifepristone) and the availability of healthcare in rural America with DR. KRISTIN LYERLY. USA TODAY’s TAYLOR SWIFT reporter, BRYAN WEST shares news about a Swift-themed Halloween display and The Life of a Showgirl surpassing four million units sold.
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