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Cashman's whiff on Grisham means Hal has to spend to save the offseason To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks are dealing with injuries of their own, but going into a shorthanded Dallas team they have to find a way to get their first road win. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would Cody Bellinger's contract becoming a mega deal worry you? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal sit down with wrestling royalty Natalya Neidhart to discuss her powerful new book, The Last Heart Beating. Nattie drops truth bombs on her complicated life, revealing the volatility of growing up with her father, Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart, who suffered from an undiagnosed traumatic brain injury (CTE), and the experience of her family being homeless despite his stardom. Nattie explains the "scratch and claw" fight to enter the WWE without family help, including the demand to lose 30 pounds just to get hired, and how she used her rough upbringing to fuel her drive. The conversation covers her journey to unconditional forgiveness for her father, the therapeutic experience of writing the book, and the incredible support she's received from legends like John Cena (who "bawled his eyes out" reading it) and Bret Hart. Finally, she hints at a fiery new character she's developing and throws down a challenge to current champion Rhea Ripley! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Insider Brian Baldinger joins BT & Sal for a fiery Week 12 breakdown, immediately ripping Giants rookie Cam Skattebo for his bizarre WWE appearance while nursing a fractured ankle, calling the optics "bizarre" and "unprofessional." The conversation shifts to the Giants' deeper issues, with Baldy agreeing that the team has "no internal veteran leadership" to guide young players like Abdul Carter, whose repeated tardiness to meetings was "unacceptable" and made Coach Daboll look worse. Baldy breaks down the tape, exonerating Jameis Winston on the game-ending interception and slams Jalen Hyatt's execution. He offers a shocking take on the Giants' much-maligned offensive line, calling them "middle of the pack" and "playoff worthy." On the AFC, Baldy weighs in on the contenders, calling the Baltimore Ravens a "problem" and the Buffalo Bills "a mess" defensively. Finally, he supports the Jets' move to Tyrod Taylor to gather crucial information on their young, unproven receivers like Adonai Mitchell and Mason Taylor. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal torch Giants players Cam Skattebo (injured) and Abdul Carter (amid team controversy) for their physical involvement in a scripted altercation at WWE's Monday Night Raw. The hosts argue the optics are terrible for a 2-9 team, with fans already feeling an "embarrassment." They slam Skattebo for taking an unnecessary risk by getting pushed, given his severe ankle injury, with Sal calling it "dangerous" and questioning the running back's judgment. Carter, fresh off controversy for sleeping through a team walkthrough, is also criticized for his lack of awareness and showing up for the spectacle. The segment highlights the incident as another sign of the Giants' "sloppiness" and their deteriorating team culture. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Benched by the Giants for missing meetings, Abdul Carter claims he was "recovering, not sleeping," after reports surfaced alleging he chose rest over preparation. The team confirms the missed meetings; Carter denies the reason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Giants and Jets are laughingstocks who need to be focused on the future To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nothing changed for the Giants after a change at Head Coach To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal erupt over another predictable Giants loss, arguing that the team's continued struggles after firing Brian Daboll definitively proves the problem lies with the "undermanned, under-talented" roster built by General Manager Joe Schoen. Tierney argues that more losses are a good thing as they should force Mr. Mara's hand to end Schoen's "colossal fail" of a tenure and allow for a clean-slate fresh start. Sal doubles down, asserting that a "lame duck GM" cannot be trusted to hire the next head coach, which would only lead to a perpetual "cycle of sloppiness" in the front office. They discuss the defensive coordinator's job security and call for a total organizational teardown to prevent a fifth consecutive losing season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're calling for Jaxson Dart to play, arguing experience is all that matters for a future franchise QB. We discuss Sam Darnold's four-interception nightmare. Meanwhile, a caller suggests Brian Daboll might be secretly happy about the Giants' loss—was it a sneaky relief? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris doesn't believe this is good news for Pete Alonso after Josh Naylor signs a 5 year deal and returns to Seattle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A familiar feeling Giants loss is a reminder that Joe Schoen is a problem To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jets lose again. Joe B is not having any of it! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal dive into the aftermath of the Jets' loss to the Patriots, arguing it was a "good loss" that reveals a well-coached football team under Aaron Glenn. Sal defends the mindset of being "proud" of the effort, emphasizing that this is what a "real rebuild" looks like—a complete, albeit painful, resetting of the foundation and expectations. They praise Glenn's unconventional opening decision to receive the ball and execute a perfect, scripted touchdown drive, contrasting it with the "avoid getting embarrassed" style of past regimes. However, the hosts intensely critique Justin Fields' "woeful" passing and lack of big-play support, debating whether Glenn's loyalty to the quarterback is justifiable and if it's time to play Tyrod Taylor for a true evaluation of the young receivers. The discussion concludes with the consensus that the talent disparity is massive, but the team is building the right culture for the long-term, following a model similar to the first year of a successful coach like Tom Thibodeau. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer and Gio debate the Giants’ next move on the sideline as the search begins in earnest. Do they lean on experience and stability with a proven veteran, or roll the dice again on an up-and-coming coordinator? The guys break down what ownership wants, how the locker room factors in, and why the right personality matters as much as the résumé. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jets lost again last night, and Boomer & Gio break down why they simply cannot keep putting Justin Fields on the field. After a sharp opening touchdown drive, Fields unraveled and so did the offense and the guys explain how that kills any hope of winning games or building a real culture. Boomer details what he’s seeing on tape, Gio vents about the mixed messages coming from inside the building, and the guys try to answer the big question: What exactly are the Jets trying to accomplish the rest of this season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What Aaron Judge's 3rd MVP means for his Yankees legacy To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jets are stubbornly sticking with a QB who isn't good enough to win games with. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keith is joined by Bobby Skinner of the Giants Nation Podcast to get his thoughts on the state of the Giants, the Daboll firing, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keith is joined by CP The Fanchise from Knicks Fan TV to get the latest on Jalen Brunson's injury and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Was Brian Daboll too big a meany to Mike Kafka when things went wrong? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will we get another butt fumble or seeing ghosts game? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT and Sal dive into an explosive report from Joel Sherman suggesting the Mets are "spit-balling" scenarios to trade veteran outfielder Brandon Nimmo. With five years and over $100 million left on his contract, the Mets' motivation is to upgrade a poor defense and gain roster flexibility, even if it means eating some salary. Sal supports moving on from a contract that David Stearns wouldn't have signed, while BT sees it as an "out-of-the-box" move that could define a transformative offseason. The conversation also touches on other potential trade targets, like Ketel Marte, as the guys conclude that no one is untouchable this winter for the new front office. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT and Sal get a hilariously fiery interview with comedy legend Marlon Wayans, who unleashes a scorching take on "cancel culture." Wayans argues it's a fear-based illusion fueled by foreign bots and "scared executives," not what real audiences want, and declares his intent to bring back the "equal opportunity offender" laughter of In Living Color with the upcoming 'Scary Movie 6.' Marlon also opens up about the friendly jealousy among the famous Wayans brothers (and why he was their mother's favorite), reveals his "F these people" pre-show ritual for comedic fearlessness, and debates whether an Archie Bunker-style show could ever survive in today's hypersensitive world. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal kick off the segment by immediately addressing the viral news surrounding Sydney Sweeney—specifically the disappointing box office flop of her latest movie, with Sal jokingly suggesting their recent interview "helped" the movie sink. They dive into the ensuing drama, including the Ruby Rose feud over the casting and a bizarre segue into the Eddie Murphy GOAT debate. The conversation pivots sharply back to sports with a fiery Yankees trade suggestion: dumping Carlos Rodón and his hefty contract to free up money for a major free agent acquisition like Shohei Ohtani or Kwang Hyun Kim (a bit of classic Sal hyperbole). The hosts criticize the Yankees' recent lack of "creative" trades, arguing they need to be more aggressive this offseason. The segment concludes with Tierney reluctantly admitting his unique, and incorrect, definition of "swordsman" after a caller brought up an old rumor about a certain sports radio host. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal unleash a fiery debate on the Yankees' offseason, arguing the entire success of their winter hinges on re-signing free agent Cody Bellinger. Sal insists the team has "no excuse" to lose Bellinger after already whiffing on Juan Soto last year, demanding the Yankees get aggressive now and exceed the market if necessary. Tierney agrees, noting that losing Bellinger would make their already unclear roster situation "very worrisome." The hosts also pivot to a bigger picture, asking: "Is Bellinger enough?" They propose bold moves like trading for a true leadoff hitter like Steven Kwan and questioning the Yankees' self-imposed limitation at third base with Ryan McMahon when a proven winner like Alex Bregman is available. They conclude that without Bellinger and further aggressive action, the Yankees risk simply starting the next season with the same flawed team. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer & Gio react to the Knicks dropping their first home game of the season to the Magic, raising early concerns about consistency at MSG. Jerry Recco shares Scott Boras’ latest round of Alonso-themed alliteration as he ramps up the Pete Alonso free-agency campaign. The guys also touch on Michael Penix Jr.’s surprising admission that he doesn’t have many teammates to lean on during tough days, and they close the hour by looking ahead to Packers/Giants with Drew Brees on the call. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer & Gio open the show with a heartfelt tribute to legendary hockey writer Larry Brooks, reflecting on his impact, legacy, and the mark he left on New York sports. Then the guys pivot to a fiery conversation about Aaron Glenn’s bizarre and hostile treatment of the media this week. Why is he acting like this? What’s behind the sudden attitude? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Kafka's smart first decision and he's a strong candidate for the job To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul Skenes maybe wanting to be a Yankee means nothing for a few years To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hal can't let the Mets steal Bellinger from the Yankees after losing Soto To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keith opens up his Wednesday show by thanking the Schmooze, Steve Somers for all he has done for him as he follows his 2 1/2 hour schmooze. Keith then gets into the sports, including Mike Kafka talking to the media and a busy day for Scott Boras at the MLB GM Meetings. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The schmoozer returns to the WFAN airwaves to give an update on his book, "Me Here, You There" as well as give you his thoughts on the happenings with the Giants, Jets and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLB Free Agency Bingo is here as we predict the free agency stops for the big names To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could the Giants hire a coach nobody has mentioned yet? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can we look back on NFL history to determine Mike Kafka's future? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legendary comedian Jay Leno joins BT & Sal for a fiery, in-depth conversation on his career and the changing landscape of late-night television. Leno critiques the current state of late night—too many commercials, too much political fighting—and reveals the never-before-heard truth about the Conan O'Brien/NBC debacle, stating the network's incompetence and infighting drove the wedge. Leno shares priceless stories from his career, including his years-long prank war with David Letterman involving a meatball sandwich, and the unforgettable difference between President Obama arriving to the show in a rental car versus a satellite-proof tent. Finally, he discusses the need for humility and why working on his massive car collection helps him avoid the "Beverly Hills Bubble." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal step into the studio with UFC Middleweight star Bo Nickal ahead of his main prelim event at UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden. Nickal, an elite wrestling champion, talks about navigating the nerve-wracking emotions of fight night and how he's using his first-ever career loss as "massive motivation" for his upcoming bout. The conversation ignites when they discuss the low-key feeling of being a fighter who could "disable" anyone on the street, the debate over UFC vs. Boxing (Bo calls MMA a "complete sport"), and his thoughts on the constant temptation to fix a fight in the sport. Plus, Nickal opens up about his relationships with Kyler Murray and the late Hulk Hogan, and a surprising reveal about a potential UFC event at the White House after speaking with President Trump. Sal is so sold, he declares he's "hammering" a bet on Nickal's comeback! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal dissect David Stearns' recent comments on the Mets' offseason, debating whether the GM has the appetite—or the checkbook—to execute the massive overhaul the team needs. Sal outlines a fiery, aggressive ultimatum for Pete Alonso's agent, Scott Boras, proposing a "$180 million, take-it-or-leave-it" deal to prevent the slugger from holding up the entire offseason. The hosts agree that simply bringing back Alonso and Diaz and adding a single pitcher is "not enough," arguing that the team's core DNA must change. Tierney demands a minimum of two high-end starters plus a major position player acquisition (like Bellinger or Bregman) to make the offseason a success. They also clash over Alonso's value, with Sal focusing on his lack of production when the power isn't there, and Tierney arguing his home run numbers are irreplaceable in a lineup already lacking offensive threats. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer and Gio react to reports that Jameis Winston will start Sunday against the Packers, and debate what kind of spark or chaos he could bring to the offense. Then they check out the Patriots’ new “nor’easter” uniforms debuting on Thursday night, with Gio wondering if New England is trying a little too hard to stay relevant. The hour wraps with a passionate caller making his case for Antonio Pierce as the next Giants head coach and Boomer and Gio weigh whether the fiery former linebacker could be the right fit for Big Blue’s rebuild. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer and Gio dive into Aaron Glenn’s latest clash with reporters, calling out the Jets defensive coordinator for being combative and defensive despite his team’s struggles. Gio says you can’t bark at the media when you’re not winning, and warns that reporters will start rooting against you. The guys talk about how Glenn’s behavior has crossed the line from confident to confrontational, and how the tension between coaches and beat writers is boiling over in New York. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer and Gio react to Ian O’Connor’s report that Joe Schoen’s job as Giants GM isn’t safe beyond this season, raising questions about ownership’s trust and the team’s direction after firing Brian Daboll. The guys debate how Schoen could go from “rebuilding hero” to “on the hot seat” so quickly. Then they pivot to the NBA, where the Mavericks fired GM Nico Harrison after his handling of Luka Doncic backfired. Boomer and Gio wonder if this could be a cautionary tale for the Giants — when star players and front offices clash, someone always pays the price. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top questions of the Yankees offseason and a gamble possibly paid off To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our football teams are consistently embarrassing themselves To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keith opens up his Tuesday evening show by talking about the Knicks impressive victory over the Grizzlies on Tuesday evening at Madison Square Garden. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Aaron Glenn last longer than the media? Their seems to be a bigger battle off the field than on the field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What type of coach is going to want to take the Giants HC job with Joe Schoen behind the reigns? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal are joined by NFL Insider Brian Baldinger, who immediately sets the Giants debate on fire by placing the blame for Jaxson Dart's injuries squarely on recently fired head coach Brian Daboll. Baldinger argues that Daboll's play-calling, specifically the reckless use of read-option plays and poor blocking assignments, physically endangered Dart—a pattern he believes also "ruined" Daniel Jones. The conversation pivots to the Giants' future, with Baldinger critiquing the organization's current structure compared to winning franchises like the Rams and Eagles. He offers a list of fiery coaching candidates, including Lane Kiffin (who he believes would maximize Dart's potential) and Bill Belichick (but NOT as GM), while questioning the merit of another failed coach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT, Sal, and Hoff unleash "Bald-Faced Lie, Bald-Faced Truth," testing the hottest takes in New York sports and beyond! The trio goes head-to-head on the Mets' looming free agency: Will Edwin Diaz be back in 2026, or will the Dodgers steal him? They clash over baseball insider Jeff Passan's predictions, debating if Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger could be teammates and if the Yankees can afford to lose Bellinger. Finally, a fiery NFL/NHL crossover question: will the Rangers' home win total in November surpass the combined home wins of the Jets and Giants? The segment closes with a serious discussion about the influence of John Mara's health and family loyalty on the Giants' front office decisions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices