- Posted January 14, 2026
On this Wednesday Tunnel to Towers hump day edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid covers…
Debra Lea, up-and-coming political commentator, makes her debut on the morning show with Sid live in-studio to talk about various topics, including the decline of major department stores like Saks, post-COVID retail challenges, and disruptions to in-person shopping experiences. Deborah expresses sadness over the closure of beloved retail stores due to changing consumer habits, and mentions societal impacts of increasing online shopping. Sid and Debra also delve into issues of antisemitism, mentioning specific incidents and criticizing social media platforms for suspending accounts that speak out against hate. Additionally, they touch upon NYC politics, particularly Mayor Eric Adams’ term and its implications for the Jewish community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices