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No Excuses with Fernando Mateo

No Excuses with Fernando Mateo

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No Excuses with Fernando Mateo brings unapologetic, straight talking conversation to the airwaves, focusing on real issues impacting New York City and beyond. Hosted by businessman, community advocate, and former mayoral candidate Fernando Mateo, the show delivers bold perspectives on politics, public safety, small business, and the everyday challenges facing working class Americans. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, Mateo built his career from the ground up. He grew a small business into a successful enterprise while becoming a leading voice for taxi drivers and bodega owners across New York City. His decades of advocacy and hands on experience give him a unique, street level understanding of the issues that matter most to local communities. On No Excuses, Mateo brings that same energy and authenticity to every broadcast. From city politics to national headlines, he does not shy away from tough conversations. He offers candid insights, engaging interviews, and a platform for voices that are often overlooked.2026 Red Apple Media Politics & Government
Episodes
  • No Excuses with Fernando Mateo | 05-31-26

    No Excuses with Fernando Mateo | 05-31-26
    May 31 2026
    Republican candidate and entrepreneur Fernando Mateo shares his personal journey from high school dropout to successful businessman to illustrate that achievement is built through grit rather than handed out. He details how he overcame poverty and systemic obstacles by seeking out mentorship from experienced figures and maintaining an relentless, "hungry" work ethic that often required extreme family sacrifice. Central to his narrative are the influential allies who offered him opportunities, ranging from a furniture store owner who taught him product expertise to a legal advocate who saved his career from a false IRS investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • No Excuses with Fernando Mateo | 05-24-26

    No Excuses with Fernando Mateo | 05-24-26
    May 25 2026
    Fernando Mateo and his guests criticize a proposal by Mayor Mandami to open city-run grocery stores in New York City. The conversation highlights the perceived absurdity of claiming a single Bronx location can serve millions, arguing instead that the government should support existing small businesses rather than using taxpayer dollars to compete against them. Mateo and leaders from the United Bodegas of America and the National Supermarkets Association suggest that the Mayor is prioritizing political optics and ego over practical solutions like subsidies for established neighborhood stores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Sandra Hackz and Susana Osorio | 05-17-26

    Sandra Hackz and Susana Osorio | 05-17-26
    May 18 2026
    Susana Osorio and Sandra Hackz discussing the dramatic rise and decline of the Dykeman Street business corridor in Inwood. The conversation highlights how these women transformed a once-dangerous neighborhood into a thriving hub for upscale dining and outdoor cafes, only to face a modern crisis characterized by skyrocketing rents and restrictive urban planning. The primary conflict centers on a city-mandated pedestrian plaza that the owners claim has decimated their visibility and customer access, leading to a staggering loss of revenue and staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
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