Boomer & Gio

Jerry starts with the sounds of Venezuela beating Team USA and Derek Jeter saying you have to tip your cap to them, they deserve to be the champs. Jaylen Waddle was traded to the Broncos and Boomer wondered who Malik Willis was going to throw the ball to. The Knicks were without Jalen Brunson, but the Knicks beat Indiana. Mike Francesa got very confused about Embiid as a college player.

Let's face it, the team that really wanted it, won it. We discuss it all.

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It's Gio’s delayed return day from a golf trip. We talk about the Jets trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs as part of a "tear down to build up" strategy. The guys debate the World Baseball Classic’s intensity versus the Olympics and the World Series, Jerry’s updates on Team USA’s championship run, Venezuela’s victory over Italy, plus, Jerry Jones’ defensive improvements. Interspersed with sports are Boomer’s upcoming 65th birthday milestones—including Medicare and ideas for a Life Alert endorsement—all while his garlic tablets create a distinct studio aroma. The program concludes with a St. Patrick’s Day discussion on the "Fighting Irish" name, insights from Rick Pitino, and Gio’s search for the most famous Irish person.

Gio returned from his golf trip a day late following airport delays, leading into a discussion on Team USA facing Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic championship tonight. Gio argued the event lacks Olympic-level intensity due to MLB pitch counts, followed by news on CBS and the NFL renegotiating their TV deal. Jerry’s update featured Venezuela’s win over Italy, Carlos Mendoza’s mixed feelings on Nolan McLean starting, and Chris Russo’s critique of the WBC being on FS1. After hearing from Rick Pitino ahead of the tournament, the hour closed with Gio noticing a garlic scent in the studio.

We started with the Jets trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs for a 2027 pick. Boomer announced his upcoming April 1st enrollment in Medicare and AARP. Jerry’s update featured Danielle McCarten’s "basil" Yankee comparisons. We heard sounds from Venezuela’s WBC win over Italy and comments from Team USA starter Nolan McLean, concluding with a look at potential "age-related" endorsements like Life Alert as Boomer turns 65.

The Jets traded Justin Fields to the Chiefs for a 2027 pick, highlighting Darren Mougey’s "tear down to build up" strategy. We discuss the Giants’ immediate improvements and Adam Schefter’s claim that the Bears are out of money. Jerry’s update features Tommy Lugauer and C-Mac debating Aaron Judge’s comments on the WBC versus the World Series. Tiki Barber weighs in, and we hear sounds from Venezuela’s win over Italy. Also, Jerry Jones on the Cowboys' defensive improvements and a look at why songs and smells trigger specific memories.

The hour begins with a discussion on whether the "Fighting Irish" name is offensive and a look at leprechaun lore, followed by a call from Boomer’s friend regarding Native American team names. Jerry’s update features Venezuela’s WBC win over Italy, Chris Russo’s critique of the WBC on FS1, and preview from Mark DeRosa on the matchup against the Dominican Republic. Plus, Carlos Mendoza’s mixed feelings on Nolan McLean starting and an update on Francisco Alvarez. We hear from Rick Pitino before crowning Boomer’s garlic scent as the Moment of the Day. Finally, a preview of Nolan McLean starting the WBC championship for Team USA and Gio’s search for the most famous Irish person.

Jerry final update of the day and starts with the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy yesterday & Chris Russo didn’t like the WBC being on FS1 as ‘Craig Carton ruined that’. Team USA manager Mark DeRosa talked about the game against the Dominican Republic. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was asked about McLean pitching and how Alvarez is doing. Rick Pitino talked about getting ready for the tournament. A little NBA stuff too. The Moment of The Day: Boomer smells like garlic.

Al Dukes once wondered if Notre Dame would have to change their name because ‘Fighting Irish’ could be offensive. We also talked about leprechauns. Happy St. Patrick's Day.

Jerry starts with Tommy Lugauer yelling about Aaron Judge’s comments saying the WBC is better than the World Series, while C-Mac doesn’t like comparing the WBC to the World Series. We heard the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy in the WBC. Jerry Jones talked about how they improved the defense in the offseason.

Darren Mougey is doing his job of tearing down before building up. Giants look like they want to win starting now.

Jerry's update starts with McCartan comparing a few young Yankee players to picking basil. We heard the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy in the WBC. We heard from Nolan McLean as he starts tonight for Team USA.

Callers check in with health advice for the aging Boomer Esiason right as he's signing up for Medicare & an AARP subscription.

Jerry's first update starts with the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy to head to the WBC championship game. Carlos Mendoza has ‘mixed feelings’ about Nolan McLean starting tonight for Team USA. Chris Russo didn’t like the WBC being on FS1 as ‘Craig Carton ruined that’. We heard from Rick Pitino as they get ready for the tournament.

The guys are both back and Gio said the WBC is not as good as the Olympics because MLB pitchers are on pitch counts.

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The best conversations about Team USA's wild win over the Dominican Republic from Boomer & Gio, Evan & Tiki, and The Carton Show. Plus, reacting to Aaron Judge saying the World Baseball Classic atmosphere is "bigger and better" than the World Series'.

With Gio stuck in Florida, Boomer and Jerry open the show covering Team USA’s WBC victory and St. John’s Big East title before Boomer recounts a miserable flight fueled by canned wine. They pivot to the Jets' trade for Geno Smith and the Knicks' comeback win over the Warriors, while C-Lo highlights Aaron Judge’s tournament praise and Tommy Lugauer’s heated clash with a caller. The discussion continues with the Knicks' playoff outlook, the NBA’s season length, and Rick Pitino’s reaction to St. John’s NCAA seeding. Finally, the guys react to Craig Carton calling Boomer a “compiler,” break down Daniel Jones’ big contract, and close with the latest on Gio’s airport ordeal.

With Gio stuck in Florida, Boomer and Jerry open the show by breaking down Team USA’s World Baseball Classic victory over the Dominican Republic and St. John’s Big East title win over UConn. C-Lo joins for his first update featuring Roman Anthony’s home run, Aaron Judge’s high praise for the WBC atmosphere, and Friday’s NCAA tournament slate for the local teams. Finally, Boomer recounts a rough flight home in a middle seat fueled by questionable canned wine.

Boomer and Jerry discuss the Jets' trade for Geno Smith, acknowledging Frank Reich’s upcoming plan and the possibility of adding Carson Wentz. C-Lo’s update features Aaron Judge’s defensive highlights and a heated exchange between Tommy Lugauer and an annoyed caller. After covering the Knicks' comeback victory over the Warriors, the show features a frustrated Minnesota weatherman who reminds Jerry of Al Dukes, Gio’s travel woes in Florida and Boomer’s late-night return home.

A look at the Knicks' playoff outlook and their favorable schedule to catch Detroit, followed by a discussion on why the NBA won’t shorten its season. C-Lo has sounds from Team USA’s WBC win over the Dominican Republic, featuring Aaron Judge’s praise for the tournament atmosphere, plus, Rick Pitino’s post-Big East title comments. Also, an ESPN shoutout to Eddie Scozzare. The hour concludes with Gio’s update from his nine-hour airport ordeal and a caller’s theory that the NCAA is intentionally slighting St. John’s due to Rick Pitino.

Craig Carton called Boomer a “compiler” for his record-breaking WFAN tenure, leading to a discussion on their respective histories at the station. C-Lo’s final update includes a caller’s tribute to Matthew Schaefer, Team USA’s win and Tommy Lugauer’s heated debate over Aaron Judge’s comments on the WBC. Plus, Carlos Mendoza’s thoughts on Francisco Lindor, the Knicks’ comeback victory against the Warriors, Jim Irsay’s memorabilia auction and Daniel Jones’ massive contract. Also, a “Moment of the Day” featuring an alligator and canned wine, a final check-on Gio’s travel status, and Jerry’s story about geese fighting on the golf course.

The Knicks beat the Warriors, who were without any of their good players, but had to come back down 21 to win. We talked about all the money Jim Irsay’s family made by auctioning off a lot of his music memorabilia. Daniel Jones got a huge payday last week when Boomer was off. The Moment of The Day: An alligator attitude with a gun & a can of wine.

Craig Carton called Boomer surpassing Imus for most shows by a host in the morning at WFAN, a ‘compiler’. We talked about Boomer’s 18-19 years here and Carton’s 3 different shows on the station.

C-Lo with the sounds of Team USA beating the Dominican Republic and Aaron Judge who talked about the atmosphere being bigger and better than the World Series. We heard from Rick Pitino after winning the Big East. Eddie Scozzare got a mention on an ESPN college hoops broadcast.

We talked about the NBA regular season being too long, but they won’t cut games because they're pulling in too much cash.

C-Lo starts with the sounds of Team USA beating the Dominican Republic. Tommy Lugauer annoyed the listeners by taking a shot at Judge, so a caller yelled at him and he yelled back. The Knicks came back to beat a bad Warriors team at the Garden.

Boomer's thoughts on the Jets bringing in Geno Smith and what they can do with the veteran QB. We also took a St. John's call.

C-Lo is here with the sounds of Team USA’s win as Roman Anthony homered. Aaron Judge talked about the atmosphere being bigger and better than the World Series. All the locals play Friday in the NCAA tournament. Boomer had to sit in the middle seat on his flight home and he drank canned wine. Sad.

Boomer & Jerry today and they start the show with the WBC and Team USA past the Dominican Republic and into the final game. Then it's on to the Red Storm stomping on the Huskies.

Listen to the best interviews of the week, including Carl Banks, Metta World Peace and Pat Monahan of Train.

Chris McMonigle predicts Giancarlo Stanton will have a big year and a breakout season from Ben Rice. Plus, Willie Colon on Stanton’s health and how he likely approaches the season (11:57); C-Mac and Craig Carton discuss the fallout to Judge striking out in a big spot in the WBC (17:52); Evan Roberts reflects on the Joba Chamberlain saga and how the Yankees should handle Carlos LaGrange (35:47).

The Giants had a busy week, but a veteran minimum signing garnered the most attention in the re-signing of Evan Neal. Craig Carton ripped the move, while Evan couldn't believe the headline when he saw it on social media. Plus, Craig and C-Mac are stunned that the Colts are paying Daniel Jones big-time money.

The Jets have brought back Geno Smith as their starting quarterback, and Craig Carton went on an epic tirade lamenting the move. Plus, Evan Roberts is not happy with the decision, while Willie Colon, Smith's former teammate, breaks down how Smith was in the locker room and if he can regain his Seahawks form.

Willie Colon and Gio react to Geno Smith’s return to the New York Jets. Plus, Boomer and Gio on the Jets’ trade for Minkah Fitzpatrick (19:39); more on Geno Smith and reaction to Mike Francesa saying the Manning family will stop Arch from going to the Jets (27:58); Willie and Jerry Recco on expectations for the Giants and Jets following free agency (42:23); Willie and Gio on the Ravens backing out of the Maxx Crosby trade (56:40); reaction to the Mets planning to retire Carlos Beltran’s number (1:06:01)

A packed show with lots of different stuff today. We started with Geno Smith hyped to be playing with the Jets or anywhere. How will the Jets fare this year? C-Lo spends the show bouncing around from Mike Francesa's prediction that Arch Manning will be a Jet to the Wink v. Woody argument. Plus, Mark DeRosa keeps trying to explain as does Bam about his 83-point game, a Red Storm win and a Rutgers loss, and Kyler Murray off to the Vikings. Jerry and Willie also talk partying NFL players, the popularity of the WBC outside the US, and Bryce Huff's odd retirement. Lots of other stuff too both amusing and interesting.

It's Jerry and Willie today starting with a matured Geno Smith ready to take on the Jets QB job. How will the Jets fare this year? C-Lo is turning 40 but has time to bring us those Geno quotes. He's also got Mike Francesa predicting that Arch Manning will be a Jet. Also, Mark DeRosa just can't get his story straight. Finally, a caller is not thrilled with Geno and brings receipts.

The Pats partied rather hearty after their AFC Championship Win - so much so that the cops had to be called. Willie is not thrilled with players who party too hard but then can't play hard on the field. A caller praises Jerry before C-Lo brings us a couple of football notes including Wink Martindale blaming Woody Johnson for not being the DC. Also, some sad Jerry calls from the Rutgers loss. Eddie threatens to leave if the Kickoff to Summer show is made too much about him. Plus, Jerry on sleepy Uber drivers.

We started the hour with callers regarding staying awake during long drives before diving into how the WBC is quite popular with non-US countries. C-Lo pops in with more from the Wink v. Woody saga, including Willie's agreeing with the midday show over Carton. Also, Pat Riccard is a John Harbaugh loyalist, Kyler Murray is off to the Vikings, and Mark DeRosa is still explaining. We end the hour with the Jets long drought of good tight ends, and which all-time great films we've seen.

Loads of different stuff this hour starting with the Mets retiring Carlos Beltran's number, followed by Bryce Huff's surprise (and surprising) retirement announcement. C-Lo is in with a Red Storm win and Bam Adebayo's defense of his 83-point game. C-Lo covers all the bases and gets to a Moment of the Day featuring Willie's random thoughts. Then we get serious with the insanity of the Darron Lee story. Plus, we end on a good note as an influencer raised enough money so a DoorDash driver could retire.

C-Lo's got audio from that St. John's Red Storm win. Julio Rodriguez would rather win the WBC than the World Series. Also, Bam Adebayo and Eric Spoelstra defend Bam's 83-point game. Plus, a Willie's random thoughts Moment of the Day.

The Mets are set to retire Carlos Beltran's number this year. Plus, the Niners' Bryce Huff announces his retirement to go work in...fire suppression?

C-Lo's back and getting into the Wink Vs. Woody talk. Willie is more on board with what the midday show thinks than what Craig Carton believes. Also, Pat Riccard hearts John Harbaugh, Kyler Murray to the Vikings, and Mark DeRosa is still explaining himself.

There is clearly a lot of excitement outside the US, from fans and players, about the WBC.

Caller praises Jerry - which is nice for Jerry. C-Lo with Wink Martindale blaming Woody for his not being DC. Also some Giants notes as well.

Willie doesn't like players who party a lot but don't perform on the field.

Geno Smith says he's got years left in the NFL. Mike Francesa predicts Arch Manning to Jets. Mark DeRosa not quite sure about what happened with Team USA.

Geno said the right things and seems like he's got a mature attitude. What can the Jets do next season?