77 WABC is a commercial radio station licensed to New York City, broadcasting on 770 kHz with 50,000 watts. It is one of the oldest and most influential radio stations in the United States, tracing its history back to 1921. Originally a Top 40 music station, WABC switched to a talk radio format in 1982 and has since become known as "Talkradio 77 WABC".
The station features conservative talk programming, including shows hosted by well-known personalities such as Bernie & Sid in the Morning, Brian Kilmeade, Curtis Sliwa, Ben Shapiro, and Mark Levin. WABC's powerful clear-channel signal allows it to be heard across much of the Eastern United States at night.
WABC is currently owned by Red Apple Media, a company founded by businessman John Catsimatidis. The station's studios are located in Midtown Manhattan, while its transmitter is in Lodi, New Jersey. WABC continues to be a prominent voice in New York City's media landscape, offering news, talk, and conservative commentary to its listeners.