MIDWOOD — Calling himself a proud ‘son of Brooklyn,’ born and raised in Midwood, controversial radio personality Sid Rosenberg has become a world traveler and major voice in the growing influence of far right politics here and in Israel.

Rosenberg has a “bigger than life personality” with a confrontational style that made his professional career in radio a success. Never at a loss for words, his candor and sarcastic humor reached their pinnacle at the critical mass rally for Trump in Madison Square Garden nine days before the election.

Rosenberg spoke exclusively to the Brooklyn Eagle about life growing up as a Brooklynite, his career in radio, politics and friendship with President-elect Donald Trump.

“Radio for me started with sports,” Rosenberg said. “I realized that there are more important things out there that are worthy of discussion, and I was into doing more than straight sports. So with Sid and Friends, you’ll get your sports, but also politics, pop culture and entertainment, as well.”

Rosenberg continued, “We feature the newsmakers, presidents, congressmen, senators, mayors, prime ministers — people that make a huge difference. I really wanted to make sure I did an important radio show, and I think I’ve done that.”

Among his most notable guests is President-elect Donald Trump, whom he also calls a friend.   Rosenberg said his radio show has listeners in more than 100 countries and most major U.S. cities.