Michael Cohen, Donald Trump’s former attorney, is adding a new media endeavor to his plate. He’s joining 77 WABC in New York.
What We Know: Michael Cohen joins 77 WABC after his past podcast with The MeidasTouch Network ended earlier this year. That relationship ended after comments he made about feeling pressured to testify against Trump. Beginning on Sunday, July 12th, Cohen will host When You Know… You Know at 5 PM ET. Cohen will also host a weekly podcast using similar branding. Those new episodes will be released on Tuesdays.
What They Said: “Several radio and television stations approached me about doing a show. I chose WABC Radio because I wanted a media partner that isn’t afraid to let me be me. A media partner that welcomes different viewpoints and isn’t afraid of tough conversations. John has created that kind of environment at WABC Radio, and it’s the only place where I have the freedom to tell people what I know… and what they don’t know.” -Michael Cohen
“Michael has lived through events most people only read about. I’m interested to see what listeners think as the layers beneath the headlines unfold, and reality is exposed.” -Red Apple Media owner John Catsimatidis
What Remains Unclear: If Cohen’s show will feature any guests or interview segments, or if he’ll continually helm the program solo. It is also unclear if there will be any encore presentations of his program throughout the 77 WABC weekend lineup.
What It Means: 77 WABC has been unafraid to partner with figures from each side of the political aisle. It has also never worried about how controversial the figures are. Michael Cohen certainly fits the controversial billing from his time working for and against President Trump. His appointment is likely to draw attention to the station’s weekend lineup.
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