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Opie Unfiltered (Opie Radio Podcast)
Hosted by Gregg "Opie" Hughes · EN
Opie Unfiltered: Unscripted, Unapologetic, Independent
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Welcome to Opie Unfiltered (formerly the Opie Radio Podcast). From the heart of New York City, legendary broadcaster Gregg "Opie" Hughes brings his signature "no-filter" energy to the podcast world, alongside crew regulars like Ron the Waiter and Tony P.
Moving beyond the constraints of traditional radio, this is a daily dive into the chaos of NYC, the evolving comedy landscape, and the raw truth behind the headlines. Whether he’s riffing on the absurdity of the city, sharing high-stakes stories from the trenches of radio history, or highlighting classic moments with legendary friends like Carl Ruiz and the iconic Opie and Anthony era, Opie delivers a high-energy experience that is part commentary, part storytelling, and 100% authentic.
This is the ultimate destination for fans of raw, off-the-cuff broadcasting, stand-up comedy, and unfiltered conversations. Subscribe for daily episodes featuring deep dives into street-level New York observations, current events, and pop culture. New episodes drop every day!
Watch the show on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/opieradio
Follow the madness on TikTok/Instagram: OpieRadio
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Welcome to Opie Unfiltered (formerly the Opie Radio Podcast). From the heart of New York City, legendary broadcaster Gregg "Opie" Hughes brings his signature "no-filter" energy to the podcast world, alongside crew regulars like Ron the Waiter and Tony P.
Moving beyond the constraints of traditional radio, this is a daily dive into the chaos of NYC, the evolving comedy landscape, and the raw truth behind the headlines. Whether he’s riffing on the absurdity of the city, sharing high-stakes stories from the trenches of radio history, or highlighting classic moments with legendary friends like Carl Ruiz and the iconic Opie and Anthony era, Opie delivers a high-energy experience that is part commentary, part storytelling, and 100% authentic.
This is the ultimate destination for fans of raw, off-the-cuff broadcasting, stand-up comedy, and unfiltered conversations. Subscribe for daily episodes featuring deep dives into street-level New York observations, current events, and pop culture. New episodes drop every day!
Watch the show on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/opieradio
Follow the madness on TikTok/Instagram: OpieRadio
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FU FRIDAY: NYPD Cowboys & Subway Nightmares
Apr 2401:10:27Tap to summarizeOpie, 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.
Transcribe →Jittery Salmon & The Ozempic Divorce
Apr 2301:06:28Tap to summarizeThe "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.
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Carl Ruiz family roadtrip HELL - Best Last Year of Radio
Apr 2301:04:24Tap to summarize*** 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.
Transcribe →MAGA for Mamdani: Why Trump & The New Mayor Are More Alike Than You Think
Apr 2201:07:19Tap to summarizeWe start with a classic Opie rant: explaining the high-velocity "muscling out meatballs" and why they’re like t-shirt guns at a sporting event. Then, we dive into the political storm with comedian Ron Barba, the man behind the "MAGA for Mamdani" movement.We break down the anti-establishment energy shared by both Trump and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s bases, why Trump’s ability to "trigger" people is his greatest comedic asset, and the real reason our country is so divided right now. It’s a raw, funny, and logical look at the new political landscape of 2026.
Transcribe →Pollen Apocalypse & The Robot That Ended Sports
Apr 2101:02:21Tap to summarizeSpring in New York City has officially turned into a Pollen Apocalypse. Between the "Triple Bloom" and Thunderstorm Asthma, humans are struggling to breathe—meanwhile, a humanoid robot in China just crushed the half-marathon world record in 50 minutes. Is the human race officially obsolete?Inside this episode:Robot Overlords: Breaking down the "Lightning" robot’s insane 13.1-mile run.The NYC Sneeze-Fest: Why the Saharan dust trap is making this the worst allergy year on record.Smoking Isn't Cool: From looking like a rebel to looking like a shivering idiot hugging yourself for warmth.Nostalgia Trip: The bitter history of Moxie Soda and the "No Frills" yellow-label brand.The Presidential Button: If Trump has a Diet Coke button, what did other presidents use their desk button for?
Transcribe →Swinger Bait & The World Cup Scam
Apr 2000:58:38Tap to summarizeComedian Tony P joins the show to discuss why he’s accidentally "swinger bait" in Florida and the absolute nightmare of his latest vacation. We also deep dive into the 2026 World Cup price gouging at MetLife Stadium—from $150 train rides to the $255 parking "deals."Highlights:World Cup Chaos: Why FIFA told Chuck Schumer to kick rocks while fans face $10,000 tickets.Albert the Alligator: After 34 years, Tony Cavallaro officially loses his 750lb "best friend."The Backyard Guests: A hot air balloon emergency lands in a California yard and the passengers act like it’s a social call.Politics vs. Religion: Why are people trading their faith for politicians?Tony P’s Vacation: Rental car rage and why Florida swingers were eyeing him at the bar.Keywords: NYC Comedy, Tony P, MetLife Stadium World Cup, Albert the Alligator Buffalo, Tony Cavallaro, Podcast Comedy NYC, Swinger Stories, Hot Air Balloon Landing.
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F Bill Maher & Warren Haynes LIVE - Best Last Year of Radio
Apr 1800:54:20Tap to summarizeLearning about Bob Marley and trashing Bill Maher as we wait for Warren Haynes to play a couple of songs for us. Sometimes Opie gets a little action on his leg and talks about the crazy behind the scenes when Opie and Anthony first started at WNEW in nyc. Steve Harvey is a D*CK! A great David Letterman story Also in studio Carl Ruiz and Sherrod Small! 5/11
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Roger Stone interview: Trump secrets - Best Last Year of Radio
Apr 1701:17:04Tap to summarizeOpie interviews Roger Stone and nothing his off limits. Lots of great inside Trump stuff. Also in studio Carl Ruiz and Sherrod SmallRecorded during the final year at SiriusXM, Roger Stone joins Opie to break down the "inside stuff" from the original Trump election. This is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the political strategy and private stories that shaped history.Keywords: Roger Stone, Donald Trump, Opie Radio, Political Secrets, SiriusXM Archive, Election History.
Transcribe →RFK Jr.’s Whale Chainsaw Massacre!
Apr 1701:15:50Tap to summarizeWell, well, well, we are BACK. 500 feet above the pavement in NYC after a detox way out east on Long Island. It is F U Friday and we are joined by the legendary Ron the Waiter and Comedian Tony P (calling in from the lawless state of Florida).We thought we’d heard it all, but Opie is officially floored by the absolute insanity of RFK Jr.’s animal obsession. Forget the bear cub; we dive deep into the newly resurfaced story of how the now-HHS Secretary (in 2026) chainsawed a dead whale's head off, bungee-corded it to his minivan, and drove his kids 5 hours with "whale juice" spraying into the windows. We cover the full RFK Animal Greatest Hits, including the roadkill raccoon penis surgery and the Central Park bear cub prank.Plus: Ron the Waiter makes the bold claim that mermaids are absolutely real, but can’t provide any proof. Opie challenges him to "Just Prove It!" and the debate explodes. Tony P brings the heat from Florida, riding hard for the MAGA movement and Donald Trump, while Opie is venting about insane gas prices that are crushing everyone. Keywords: Opie Radio, F U Friday, Ron the Waiter, Tony P, RFK Jr., RFK whale story, RFK chainsaw, RFK raccoon, RFK bear cub Central Park, Donald Trump, MAGA, gas prices, mermaids are real, NYC comedy podcast.
Transcribe →The Corpse Flower Stinks & Gross Public Pools
Apr 1601:13:46Tap to summarizeOpie is out east on Long Island overlooking the ocean for a high-energy session with comedian Ron the Waiter and Chris (Fish Guy Photos).We kick things off with the rare "Corpse Flower" bloom—why does nature produce something that smells like a rotting carcass, and why are people lining up to sniff it? Then, the Great Pool Debate: Ron has no fear of public pool water, while Opie remains rightfully disgusted by the "human soup."Things take a turn into the environment as Ron tackles global warming, much to Opie’s chagrin. Chris (Fish Guy Photos) joins to break down the reality of the ocean: why balloons are a death sentence for sea creatures, the madness of banning straws while balloons fly free, and the prehistoric weirdness of horseshoe crabs.Plus: Ron’s unwavering belief in Bigfoot, aliens in the deep sea, and the scientific fact that lobsters communicate by peeing out of their eyeballs.Keywords: Marine Biology, Comedy Podcast, Long Island, Seal Release, Environmentalism, Bigfoot, Nature, Ocean Conservation, Ron the Waiter, Fish Guy Photos.
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