Boomer & Gio

Gio wonders if there’s anything Boomer hasn’t been to in sports that he feels like he’s got to be at. We note New Jersey’s remaining Roy Rogers locations. Paul from Yonkers call on "minor leaguers," leads into Jerry with student radio highlights of High Point’s upset over Wisconsin, and Jalen Rose’s warning for St. John’s. We wrap up with Luka’s 60-point performance, Mike Francesa’s struggle to find the Hofstra game time, and a look at Rory’s Masters dinner.

Jerry starts with the student radio calls of High Point University upsetting Wisconsin. We heard from both head coaches after the game. Jalen Rose said St. Johns is going to have a hard time against Northern Iowa. Luka had 60 last night as the Lakers beat the Heat. The Moment of The Day: Mike Francesa has a hard time finding what time the Hofstra game is.

Gio wonders if there’s anything Boomer hasn’t been to in sports that he feels like he’s got to be at.

Jerry returns with sounds of Siena almost beating Duke, but they ran out of gas. We heard from the Wisconsin head coach after getting upset by High Point University. We heard from Rick Pitino talking about Northern Iowa. Jerry plays ‘What The Hell Is That?’ Sal Licata talked about sitting at a Mets spring training game with Jerry Seinfeld. Carlos Mendoza was asked about Kodai Senga.

If St. John’s loses tonight, would this be considered a ‘disaster’ season? Boomer said they have to make the final four.

Mike Francesa had a hard time finding the time Hofstra plays. Jerry's got the High Point University head coach Flynn Clayman after the upset win, and he was not happy with his team’s ranking. We heard Saint Louis as they went on a 23-0 scoring run in their game against Georgia. We heard the sounds of Luka scoring 60 in their win against the Heat.

Boomer introduced us to ‘fat, drunk Luka’. Gio said now we have ‘custody battle Luka’. Since his custody battle he has been on fire even dropping 60 last night.

Jerry starts with VCU upsetting North Carolina. We heard from the Wisconsin head coach after losing to High Point. In NBA news, the Lakers beat the Heat as Luka had 60 points and LeBron tied the NBA’s games played record. Howie Rose announced his retirement, saying this will be his last year. Jerry went around the NHL for the locals.

Sienna almost takes out Duke. High Point snuffs Wisconsin. Some St. John's preview for tonight.

The Rangers fall to the Devils at MSG, the Nets record a franchise-low half, and we preview St. John’s NCAA path. Jerry celebrates his 52nd birthday with updates on Miami of Ohio, the Andy Dalton trade, and NFL replacement referees, leading into Gio’s prank call to Brandon Tierney and a debate on the Giants’ draft and cap strategy. After mocking the Mets’ small-scale 9-9-9 challenge. and mark Prairie View’s tournament win, we discuss Carson Wentz signing with the Vikings and the Jets' lack of competition for Geno Smith. Finally, Hofstra’s Speedy Claxton joins us for some preview before we do a "Buzz or No Buzz" tournament debate. Jerry's missing breakfast is found and the crew determines the ideal number of family pets to end the show.

The Rangers lose again at MSG to Jack Hughes and the Devils, followed by the Nets’ terrible 24-point first half. We preview St. John’s NCAA tournament path and Gio’s critique of Boomer’s pre-season golf talk with Rick Pitino. Jerry celebrates his 52nd birthday with his first update, covering Miami of Ohio’s win over SMU, Andy Dalton’s trade to the Eagles, NFL replacement referees and hearing the sounds of the Devils' win. We get ready for March Madness with talk of pizzas and prank calls.

We start the hour with Gio’s prank call to Brandon Tierney regarding St. John’s followed by more local NCAA tournament coverage. Jerry’s update features sounds from Miami of Ohio beating SMU and Maxx Crosby’s comments on being traded to the Ravens and then returning to the Raiders. Finally, we look at the lack of 2027 dead cap money for the Jets and Giants and debate the wisdom of the Giants drafting a running back.

Baseball fans are tackling the 9-9-9 challenge of nine beers and nine hot dogs, a trend MLB marketing has turned into a promotion despite the Mets being mocked for their downsized version. Jerry’s update highlights Prairie View’s first NCAA tournament win and a young fan’s critique of the Nets' historic 24-point half. We wrap up with Carson Wentz signing with the Vikings as Boomer notes the Jets' apparent lack of interest in bringing in competition for Geno Smith.

Hofstra coach Speedy Claxton joins the show to discuss the NCAA tournament before a "Buzz or No Buzz" segment about the tourney. Jerry’s final update centers on a missing breakfast from CBS Sports’ Stephen Waldren until AL successfully locates the delivery bag downstairs. To wrap up, the crew debates what constitutes a normal number of pets for a family to have.

The breakfast CBS Sports’ Stephen Waldren sent still had not arrived. AL went downstairs to see if the breakfast was there and he found the bag.

He joins us as his team's getting ready for the NCAA Tournament.

Jerry returns for an update and starts with the sounds of Prairie View winning their first ever NCAA tournament game. The Nets scored a franchise low 24 points in the first half last night, and we heard from a very critical 14 year old from the Brooklyn Boys Show.

9 beers. 9 hot dogs. 9 innings. MLB has been promoting it. The Mets are selling this at games, but the hot dogs are smaller and the beers are small, so they’re getting mocked for it.

Jerry returns for an update and starts with the sounds of Miami of Ohio beating SMU. We heard from Maxx Crosby on getting traded to the Ravens and then going back to the Raiders.

We started the hour playing Gio’s prank phone call to Brandon Tierney from last year about celebrating St. John’s first win in the tournament. We talked more about the NCAA tournament, especially for the locals.

Jerry offers the sounds of Miami of Ohio beating SMU. Andy Dalton was traded to the Eagles, and Boomer wonders if the Jets were in on that. The NFL is looking into replacement referees. We heard Jack Hughes score against the Rangers as the Devils won at MSG.

We start the show talking about St. John's in the tourney and it ends up with Gio accusing Boomer of talking a bit much during a golf outing.

The WFAN team breaks down Team USA's 3-2 loss to Venezuela in the WBC Final, highlighting the offensive struggles of Aaron Judge. The hosts debate whether the loss falls on manager Mark DeRosa's shoulders or if it’s another sign of Judge’s inability to perform in clutch postseason moments.

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The show covers Team USA’s WBC loss to Venezuela including Nolan McLean's outing, followed by Jaylen Waddle’s trade to the Broncos and the Knicks’ win over the Pacers. We touch on NFL tanking ("Hi, Miami"), Kenyon Martin’s podcast drama, and Matt Leinart’s refusal to unretire his USC jersey. Finally, the team analyzes MLB rankings and Aaron Judge’s performance before closing with the Seahawks' season opener and a critique of MetLife Stadium.

The show begins with Venezuela beating a low-offense Team USA in the WBC, plus Gio’s critique of Joe Davis’s commentary regarding Nolan McLean. Jerry has the sounds including Derek Jeter’s praise for the victors, followed by reactions to Jaylen Waddle’s trade to the Broncos and the Knicks’ victory over Indiana led by Josh Hart. Also, Mike Francesa gets confused about Joel Embiid as a college player. We also take calls regarding Team USA’s loss, Aaron Judge’s ability to win, and Mark DeRosa’s management.

The Dolphins’ trade of Jaylen Waddle and signing of Malik Willis leads into a discussion on tanking in sports and the Jets' need for wins under Aaron Glenn. After a caller asks about Spanish Temptation Island, Jerry shares awkward audio involving Kenyon Martin on the Gilbert Arenas podcast. Plus, Team USA’s loss to Venezuela, a big Knicks win over the Pacers in Jalen Brunson’s absence, and Boomer’s complaints about the DMV and airports.

We talk the Knicks' championship "winds" and the NFL draft before Jerry’s update revisits classic Spring Training "wraps." He's got Team USA’s loss to Venezuela, Nolan McLean’s start, and Aaron Judge’s Yankees return, alongside the Knicks’ win over the Pacers. Finally, Boomer’s love for Australian licorice, and Matt Leinart’s refusal to unretire his USC jersey.

We discuss Team USA’s loss to Venezuela and Aaron Judge’s performance before breaking down the current MLB top five rankings featuring the Dodgers and Yankees at the top. Jerry’s final update featuring sounds from the World Baseball Classic, and the Knicks’ victory over the Pacers led by Josh Hart’s standout performance. The hour wraps up with a look at the Seahawks’ Wednesday night season opener, potentially against the Giants, and a discussion regarding the state of MetLife Stadium and the Jets' future location

Jerry returns with the sounds of Venezuela beating Team USA. The Knicks beat the Pacers as Josh Hart had a big night with no Jalen Brunson. Moment of the Day: What does Al always say about children of celebrities?

He validated those who thinks he can't do anything in a big spot, but if he had, Yankees fans would've complained he can't do it for them.

Jerry returns, but first we talk about the old ‘wraps’ that Sweeny Murti & Ed Coleman used to send from Spring Training. Sounds of Venezuela beating Team USA in the WBC. Nolan McLean talked about his start. Aaron Judge was asked if he’s excited to get back to the Yankees. The Knicks beat the Pacers thanks to Josh Hart. Boomer said he loves Australian soft licorice.

Gio wonders if Boomer still feels this way. We transition to a bit of talk on the NFL draft.

Jerry has awkward audio of Kenyon Martin, on the Gilbert Arenas podcast, calling out a behind the scenes person for putting out a video mocking Martin’s speech impediment.

They trade Jaylen Waddle away...but pick up QB Malik Willis?

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.