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  1. 2d ago

    6.22.26 | NYC Politics Updates, Messi Monday, US Advances in World Cup + MSG Incident | Mornings With Mero

    On this episode of Mornings With Mero, the crew breaks down updates from NYC politics as City Council candidate Julie Won runs for Congress, discussing local districts and the shifting political landscape in the city. The show also highlights “Messi Monday,” bringing sports energy into the studio as World Cup action continues. The U.S. Men’s National Team advances to the knockout stage after a strong win, keeping tournament excitement high. In major legal news, a judge rules that Luigi Mangione’s legal team plans to use a mental health defense, arguing extreme emotional disturbance in the case. Tragedy strikes in NYC as a man falls to his death at MSG during a Goose concert on Saturday night. He was 51 years old and was found unconscious after the incident. Looking ahead, Norway faces Senegal tonight at 8 PM in World Cup action, while the conversation also touches on Big 3 basketball energy and culture moments around the league. From city politics to global sports and serious breaking news, Mornings With Mero keeps New York locked into everything happening right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min

  2. 2d ago

    6.18.26 | Knicks Parade Takes Over NYC, Road Closures Chaos, Bernie Sanders AI Tax Plan + Bryant Park Stabbing | Mornings With Mero

    On this episode of Mornings With Mero, New York is fully locked in as the Knicks championship parade takes over the city, bringing massive crowds, road closures, delays, and reroutes across multiple boroughs. In politics and policy, Bernie Sanders proposes taxing AI companies to fund education and create a citizen wealth fund, pushing the idea of a government-backed sovereign investment fund owned by the public. The show also covers a breaking and developing situation in Midtown, where a woman was stabbed near Bryant Park subway station, and authorities are searching for the suspect. From celebration to chaos, the episode captures a city in motion as NYC deals with both historic sports joy and serious breaking news at the same time. Mornings With Mero keeps the conversation focused on what’s happening in New York right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min

  3. 2d ago

    6.17.26 | Apple AirPods Camera, NYPD Fired Over Racist Group Chat + Antonio Reynoso | Mornings With Mero

    On this episode of Mornings With Mero, the crew discusses reports that Apple is developing AirPods with built-in cameras, along with reactions to Meta glasses being tried for the first time on the show. In major news, NYPD officers are fired after a racist group chat is exposed, containing offensive messages and jokes about different communities, leading to widespread backlash and termination. The show also covers entertainment and culture updates, including Nia Long in trending conversation, Summer Jam tickets on deck, and Tom Holland confirming his marriage to Zendaya. Mero shares a personal moment about where and how he got married, adding a more intimate layer to the episode. Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso joins the show to talk about growing up in New York City and life in Brooklyn today. The episode closes with Hip Hop Jeopardy, bringing energy, laughs, and culture knowledge to the mix. From tech news to NYC politics, celebrity updates, and personal stories, Mornings With Mero keeps the city locked into everything happening right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    57 min

  4. 2d ago

    6.16.26 | Tragic Update on Missing NJ Teen, Knicks Championship Fever + World Cup Tonight | Mornings With Mero

    On this episode of Mornings With Mero, the crew breaks down a developing controversy involving the U.S. Postal Service and voter registration records, sparking conversation about voting access and election integrity. The show also covers the tragic discovery of 14-year-old Jabari, a New Jersey student with special needs whose body was found after he went missing during a school trip. The story has touched communities throughout the tri-state area. Sports and culture remain front and center as New York continues celebrating the Knicks' championship run, ending a 53-year title drought. The conversation highlights the city's reaction, celebrity support from names like Wanda Sykes and Kevin Hart, and what the championship means for New York sports history. The crew also previews a night of international soccer with World Cup action featuring Argentina and France, as fans around the world tune in for another exciting slate of matches. From major headlines to sports, culture, and community conversations, Mornings With Mero keeps New York connected to the stories everyone is talking about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    49 min

  5. 6d ago

    6.15.26 | Knicks Are NBA Champions, Game 5 Win Seals It, Iran War Deal + Knicks & Wu-Tang on Tonight Show | Mornings With Mero

    New York is in full celebration mode as the Knicks are officially NBA Champions after closing out Game 5, ending a 53-year drought and putting the city at the center of the sports world. The mayor calls it a “cloud nine” moment for NYC, as the championship becomes a defining cultural milestone for the city. On the international stage, the White House and Iran reportedly reach a deal to end the three-month conflict, with a formal signing expected by Friday, marking a major shift in global tensions. In education news, over 20% of public schools across the five boroughs are still reported to be lacking librarians, raising concerns about literacy and student performance. Culture continues to dominate as the Knicks and Wu-Tang Clan appear on *The Tonight Show*, bringing New York sports and hip-hop together on a national stage. Jay-Z is also spotted courtside at MSG during the Finals celebration, while Young Thug teases a new R&B project, signaling a creative shift in sound. From championship history to global headlines and culture-defining moments, this episode of Mornings With Mero captures a historic New York moment in real time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    51 min

  6. 6d ago

    6.10.26 | NBA Finals Game 4, Judge Blocks Trump Plan, Karmelo Anthony Verdict + Jay-Z Tour Dates & N.O.R.E. Pulls Up | Mornings With Mero

    A heavy and high-energy episode of Mornings With Mero as the crew breaks down major headlines across sports, politics, and culture. On the legal and news side, a judge rules against Donald Trump’s proposed immigration-related plan, while the conversation also covers the sentencing of Karmelo Anthony, who was tried as an adult and given 35 years in prison. The crew unpacks the reactions and broader impact surrounding the case. On the sports side, the NBA Finals continue with Game 4 tonight as the Knicks face the Spurs in a crucial matchup that could swing the series. New York is fully locked in as Finals pressure builds at MSG. Culture stays at the center as Mamdani calls for a “New York Blue and Orange Day” and outlines traffic plans for the game, while Jay-Z is spotted at MSG and later announces new tour dates, including a stop in France on September 10, 2026. The episode also features N.O.R.E. pulling up to talk about partnering with REVOLT and expanding his media presence, while Eva Marcille is also part of the conversation, adding to the entertainment and culture mix. To close, Teyana Taylor is named BET Awards Icon of the Year, capping off a packed episode full of major cultural moments. From courtroom rulings to Finals basketball and hip-hop industry moves, this episode of Mornings With Mero captures New York and beyond in real time. #MorningsWithMero #Knicks #NBAFinals #JayZ #NORE #Revolt #TeyanaTaylor #EvaMarcille #NYC #HipHopNews #NYCPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 6m

  7. 6d ago

    6.9.26 | Knicks Fall to Spurs, JAY-Z Courtside, Summer Jam Update + NYC Headlines | Mornings With Mero

    New York had a lot to talk about today. On this episode of Mornings With Mero, the crew breaks down the Knicks’ 115–111 Finals loss to the Spurs in a game that had the entire city locked in from start to finish. With JAY-Z in the building and MSG rocking, the Finals atmosphere once again showed why New York basketball hits different. The conversation also covers a Staten Island school bus crash that left multiple people hospitalized after a 49-year-old driver attempted to merge, as well as a major court ruling tied to immigration policy that’s sparking national conversation. On the culture side, Summer Jam season continues to heat up as Mariah the Scientist is added to the lineup, while Meta rolls out a long-awaited Instagram update that will allow users to rearrange their profile grids for the first time. The crew breaks down what these shifts mean for music, culture, and how people move online. From Knicks Finals intensity to breaking news and culture updates, Mornings With Mero keeps you tapped into everything happening across New York in real time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    51 min

  8. Jun 16

    6.8.26 | Knicks in NBA Finals at MSG (First Time Since 1999), Summer Jam Shakes NYC + Major Entertainment News | Mornings With Mero

    A huge New York moment today on Mornings With Mero as the city locks into a packed slate of culture, sports, and entertainment. The episode leads with the Summer Jam announcement shaking up NYC, while all eyes are also on the Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals matchup at MSG — bringing Finals basketball back to New York for the first time since 1999. With major attention on the game, the city energy is at a peak heading into tipoff. Mia Belle opens the show discussing a screening for The Tropic Sun And His Eyes, before moving into theA huge New York moment today on Mornings With Mero as the city locks into a packed slate of culture, sports, and entertainment. The episode leads with the Summer Jam announcement shaking up NYC, while all eyes are also on the Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals matchup at MSG — bringing Finals basketball back to New York for the first time since 1999. With major attention on the game, the city energy is at a peak heading into tipoff. Mia Belle opens the show discussing a screening for The Tropic Sun And His Eyes, before moving into the segment “Do Tell,” where she reacts and breaks down conversations around Teresa Randle’s reported arrest situation and restraining order updates, alongside broader commentary on public narratives in entertainment. The episode also covers Apple’s annual development cycle happening on the 8th, the Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall, and the news of Earl Sweatshirt canceling his tour, which sent waves through the music community. From Knicks Finals pressure to Summer Jam energy, industry headlines, and entertainment conversations, this episode of Mornings With Mero captures a major moment across NYC culture in real time. segment “Do Tell,” where she reacts and breaks down conversations around Teresa Randle’s reported arrest situation and restraining order updates, alongside broader commentary on public narratives in entertainment. The episode also covers Apple’s annual development cycle happening on the 8th, the Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall, and the news of Earl Sweatshirt canceling his tour, which sent waves through the music community. From Knicks Finals pressure to Summer Jam energy, industry headlines, and entertainment conversations, this episode of Mornings With Mero captures a major moment across NYC culture in real time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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