Boomer & Gio
Boomer & Gio delivers can’t miss entertainment, the biggest guests and strongest opinions in the world of sports. Hosted by former NFL MVP Boomer Esiason and seasoned radio host Gregg “Gio” Giannotti, your go-to morning sports talk show covers the hottest topics in the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports and breaks down everything New York — including the Giants, Jets, Yankees, Mets, Knicks, Nets, Rangers, and Islanders. Catch the show live weekday mornings from 6–10 AM ET on 101.9 WFAN or listen anytime here on the podcast feed.
Best of the Yankees on WFAN: Hal speaks, fans fume
This week's Yankee highlights are all about the latest comments from Hal Steinbrenner. BT and Sal went off on the owner lacking emotion and even suggesting that his franchise is not profitable. Evan and Tiki agree that Steinbrenner is better off not speaking about money, and Chris McMonigle says the owner isn't doing himself any favors.
Best of the Mets on WFAN: Better without Nimmo?
This week's Mets highlights cover all the reactions to the stunning offseason trade, which sent Brandon Nimmo to Texas for Marcus Semien. Evan says New York is now a worse offensive team, while Tommy Lugauer debates that they are immediately better. Sal Licata doesn't get the emotional attachment to Nimmo, while he and BT break down David Stearns' press conference.
Best of Boomer & Gio on WFAN: Nov. 24-26
Boomer & Gio react live to the firing of Giants defensive coordinator Shane Bowen. Plus, reaction to Brandon Nimmo being traded to the Rangers, Hal Steinbrenner’s comments on expenses, Keith McPherson’s decision to leave WFAN overnights; discussion on the frauds of the NFL plus picks for this weekend’s games.
A Letter to Hal Steinbrenner | 'NYYST'
From 'NYYST' (subscribe here): Yankees Managing General Partner, Hal Steinbrenner spoke to the media on Monday and Christian has a message for the man who sits at the head of the table. 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
Full Show - Giants Coach Rumors, Semien Meets Mets Press, UFO's & NFL Picks
The show is packed with football debate, coaching rumors, and unexpected audio: Boomer rips Lane Kiffin for abandoning his program and plays the classic Mike Leach "fat little girlfriends" clip, while Gio links Rams DC Chris Shula to the Giants' head coach job and then gets an email from an Indonesian singer. Plus, C-Lo covers Marcus Semien's arrival and the Nimmo exit, Joe Burrow's Thanksgiving preparation, and the weird reason Micah Parsons gets furious—losing at Scattegories. Plus UFOs and NFL Picks.
Hour 1 - Kiffin Bails, NILs, Classic Mike Leach & Semien Meets The Media
Hear why Boomer is furious with coaches like Lane Kiffin for abandoning their programs, and enjoy the classic, audio of the late Mike Leach commenting about "fat little girlfriends!" Plus: C-Lo is in for the updates: Marcus Semien meets the Mets media, Gio introduces us to the new guy, Andrew, and we've got the latest on Joe Burrow's status and Mike Tomlin's Aaron Rodgers riddle. Plus, Peter Schwartz steps in it again.
Hour 2 - Shula For Giants? Plus, The Egg-Laying Boyfriend - Just Plain Weird
Boomer breaks down the list of coaches with the most wins in their first 7 seasons, led by George Seifert. Gio drops the latest Giants head coach rumor: Rams DC Chris Shula. If they hire a defensive guy, who is the perfect offensive coordinator for Jaxson Dart? Plus, the strange news of Kate Beckinsale’s daughter’s boyfriend laying an egg, a caller says Boomer is "the wife," and Gio settles the Thanksgiving Eve debate: How much should you tip when you eat at the bar?
Hour 3 - Indonesian Pop Singer, Micah's Board Game Anger, Plus Schoen's Drafting Success
A listener in Indonesia emailed Gio and asked him to play his song, "Hello, My Darling," leading us to a surprising music segment and a few more tracks from Regi Weking. In sports, C-Lo has updates on Marcus Semien and the Nimmo fallout, Joe Burrow’s Thanksgiving prep, and the shocking reason Micah Parsons gets angry: losing at Scattegories. Finally, we address player charities after a trade and a caller makes the case for Giants GM Joe Schoen’s excellent draft record.
Hour 4 - Are We Alone? Mike's T-Giving Food Choices, Lane Kiffin Update, NFL Picks
Gio is obsessed with the new UFO documentary 'Age of Disclosure' and wonders why the public isn't paying attention. C-Lo brings us Mike Francesa's definitive list of Thanksgiving food preferences ("very nice rolls"!) and audio of a Philly broadcaster melting down over the Eagles' collapse. Plus, Jordan Davis texts in a massive coaching scoop: He says Lane Kiffin to LSU is a done deal! Plus, NFL Picks.
NFL Picks
Please enjoy our NFL picks for this exciting Thanksgiving weekend.
Is Something Out There?
There’s a new UFO documentary out called, ‘Age of Disclosure’, and Gio can’t believe more people aren’t talking about it.
Your Calls on Player Charities & Joe Schoen's Successes
A caller questions the fate of players' local charities after they are traded, while another caller highlights the successful players drafted by Giants GM Joe Schoen.
Semien Speaks & Micah Competitive...Playing Scattegories
Marcus Semien meets the media to discuss the Mets and the Brandon Nimmo departure. Joe Burrow talks about transitioning from watching Thanksgiving games to playing on Thanksgiving night. Plus, the funny reason Micah Parsons gets furious: losing at Scattegories!
The Egg-Laying Boyfriend...What?
The show takes a turn into the bizarre! First, hear the caller who claims that in the marriage dynamic, Boomer is actually "the wife"! Then, things get truly weird as Gio relays the stunning claim Kate Beckinsale made on Jimmy Kimmel: her daughter's boyfriend literally laid an egg!
The Next Giants Coach: Shula?
Boomer digs into the record books to reveal the $\text{NFL}$'s most dominant coaches in their first seven seasons. Plus, We're talking about the Giants head coaching search and one name suddenly rising to the top: Chris Shula!
Semien's Debut, Burrow's Grit, and Tomlin On Rodgers
C-Lo is on the clock, kicking off the update with the newest Met, Marcus Semien. Plus, the new employee who caught Gio's eye! Then, the playoff pressure is off for Joe Burrow, but is he playing? And is Mike Tomlin dodging questions about Aaron Rodgers?
Lane Kiffin Chaos, NILs, Plus A Classic Mike Leach Moment
Lane Kiffin on the hot seat (at least in Boomer's opinion) for bailing on his program. Plus, the guys dive into the NIL debate and revisit a classic, unforgettable rant from the late, great Mike Leach about 'fat little girlfriends'! Don't miss this!
Are Dog Communicators a Real Thing? What About Remote Viewers? | 'Al & Jerry's Postgame Podcast'
From 'Al & Jerry's Postgame Podcast' (subscribe here): Are dog communicators a real thing? What about remote viewers? 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
Full Show - Hal's Bank Account, Banks' Blow-up On Giants D, and A Coach Vanishes!
The show kicks off judging NFL teams with great records that don't seem great and setting the spreads for the Thanksgiving games and halftime shows (Creed vs. Post Malone!). C-Lo drops a huge update on the Shane Bowen firing and Hal Steinbrenner's unbelievable claim that the Yankees don't turn a profit, which infuriated fans. Later, Carl Banks goes nuclear on the Giants' 'unprepared' defense, we debate who should replace Keith McPherson at WFAN, and hear Steinbrenner's grade for Aaron Boone. We wrap the day with the chilling story of a Virginia coach who disappeared during a police investigation—a move Gi...
Hour 1 - NFL Frauds, Fired Coaches, and...Profitless Yanks?!?
We're calling out the teams with fake-great records and locking in our Thanksgiving spreads. Plus: Shane Bowen FIRED, the Niners' slap defense, QB updates, and Hal Steinbrenner explains why the Yankees aren't making money! Oh, and Boomer got a ticket!
Hour 2 - Creed The GOAT, Carl Banks Roasts Giants D, Stearns On Nimmo
Gio defends Creed as the GOAT Thanksgiving halftime show, then revisits his Viking trauma. Carl Banks goes nuclear on the Giants' 'unprepared' defense! Plus: The latest on the Vikings' QB chaos, the Rangers snap their skid, Stearns on the Nimmo trade, and the Islanders rookie living with the Martins prompts a suggestion for Al.
Hour 3 - Hal Sparks Anger & Debate, Fan Scuttlebutt, Plus A Grade For Boone
Yankees fans are outraged: We dissect Hal Steinbrenner's shocking comments on the team's profits and expenses, sparking the ultimate salary cap debate. Plus: The WFAN drama continues as a caller asks who's next for the open slot! Hear Steinbrenner's grade for Aaron Boone, the Niners win despite Purdy's meltdown, and why Gio's wife is protecting Thanksgiving from his 'muckbang'!
Hour 4 - Missing Coach, Hal's Cash Grab & Boomer As Lil Jon
We dive into the bizarre mystery of a Virginia coach who disappeared amid an investigation—and Gio's plan to walk off into the woods one day! Plus: C-Lo's final update covers Hal Steinbrenner's Yankees expenses, the Nimmo trade fallout, and Kyle Shanahan's fiery defense of the Niners' post-game slap! It all ends with the Moment of the Day: Boomer's Lil Jon impression!
Some Rangers Talk About Their Captain
We talked a little about the Rangers and their captain, JT Miller.
The Disappearing Coach
The disturbing story of a Virginia high school coach who disappeared during a police investigation. He was last seen walking into the woods near his home. We break down the bizarre story, and Gio jokes why he might walk off and disappear one day, too!
WFAN Drama & The Yankees Grade
We break down the Keith McPherson situation and name the top candidates for the open slot. Plus: Hal Steinbrenner gives Aaron Boone a manager grade. That plus Streans on Nimmo and a Niners win.
Steinbrenner's "Poverty Plea"
Hal Steinbrenner's shocking "no profit" claim has Yankees fans seeing red! We debate if the NFL's salary cap model should be the only way forward for baseball.
Carl Banks Blasts Giants D!
Carl Banks is livid and calling out the coaches for being unprepared. Plus, the sounds of the Niners winning despite Purdy's meltdown, and Stearns explains the Brandon Nimmo trade. Rangers snap skid and win at MSG.
Should Al Adopt A Teen?
Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer is crashing with the Martins—and Gio has a wild suggestion: Al needs to adopt a teenager!
Bowen Firing Reaction. Plus Yanks Make No Profit - Say What?
We tackle the fallout from Shane Bowen's firing. Also: Shanahan defends his player after a low blow, huge updates on Shedeur Sanders vs. the Niners, and did Hal Steinbrenner just claim the Yankees aren't making money?
Frontrunning Frauds?
We're calling out the NFL teams with great records that just don't pass the eye test. Plus, the Thanksgiving Day spreads are in!
Best of Giants on WFAN: Shane Bowen fired after loss to Lions
WFAN presents a selection of conversations about the latest on Big Blue from Boomer & Gio, Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata, and Evan & Tiki. Reacting to the Giants' crushing loss in Detroit -- and the team's decision to part ways with defensive coordinator Shane Bowen in the aftermath.
We're Ranting And Raving About The Big Mets/Rangers Trade | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): You didn't think the guys were going to let the big trade between the Mets and Rangers - that saw Marcus Semien go to New York and Texas get Brandon Nimmo - slide by without some passionate analysis, did you? Of course not. Bradfo is joined by Mets loyalist Producer Evan and Julian McWilliams of CBS Sports to rant and rave about every nook and cranny of this one-for-one mega-deal. 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...
We Discuss the New UFO Documentary, ‘Age Of Disclosure’ | 'Al & Jerry's Postgame Podcast'
From 'Al & Jerry's Postgame Podcast' (subscribe here): We discuss the new UFO documentary, ‘Age Of Disclosure’ 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
Full Show - Giants Are Exciting Losers, Nimmo Traded, Giants Fire Bowen
Giants DC Shane Bowen is FIRED in a move that gives Mike Kafka the ultimate head coach audition, all while the 2-10 team delivers the most entertaining chaos ever (Jameis Winston!). Plus, the Mets trade Brandon Nimmo, the Jets clinch a 10th straight losing season on a Breece Hall fumble, a Cowboys 21-0 comeback jinxes Francesa, and we break down the Raiders questionable punt! That and a FAN personality says farewell.
Hour 1 - The Most Fun Team That Loses, Hall Fumble Kills Jets, Nimmo Traded
The 2-10 Giants are the most fun team in the NFL (thanks, Jameis!) but Boomer and Gio are fighting over the crucial field goal vs. go-for-it debate. Plus: Breece Hall's costly fumble sinks the Jets, the Cowboys erase a 21-0 deficit to shock the Eagles, Baker goes down, and the Mets just traded Brandon Nimmo!
Hour 2 - Rumors Swirl About Weird Punt, Giants, Jets Losses & A Big Cowboys Win
Betting rumors are swirling after a bizarre punt in the Browns/Raiders game. Gio calls the Raiders a total mess. Plus, the 2-10 Giants entertaining losers (thanks, Jameis!), the Jets are sunk by a Breece Hall fumble, and the Cowboys mount an EPIC 21-point comeback to shock the Eagles! We also get into the Mac Jones drama, Shedeur Sanders' big win, and Bill Belichick’s girlfriend's social media posts!
Hour 3 - Chiefs Comeback Win & Daniel Jones Playoff Outlook, Tomlin Rumors, Nimmo Trade
The Chiefs' comeback win sparks fears for Daniel Jones' road playoff future! Plus, we recap the Giants' trick-play loss (Wan'Dale shines, Jameis talks), the Jets clinch a losing season, and the Mets trade Brandon Nimmo! Get the latest on Tomlin-to-Giants rumors and the confident debut of Shedeur Sanders!
Hour 4 - Bowen Fired As Giants Make Moves, McPherson Resigns, All The Scores For You
The Giants just FIRED Defensive Coordinator Shane Bowen! With Mike Kafka auditioning to be the head coach, the fans' wishes are coming true. Plus, the drama continues: WFAN's Keith McPherson RESIGNS, Francesa gets jinxed as the Cowboys mount an epic 21-0 comeback, and we recall the hilarious controversy of the "Big Brazilian" comment!
Breaking WFAN News, All The Scores & News Plus An All-Female Moment Of The Day
WFAN's Keith McPherson RESIGNS! C-Lo is in with the final update on the radio shake-up and all the sports drama: Giants OT heartbreak (plus Jameis's postgame honesty) and the Cowboys' epic 21-0 comeback that made Mike Francesa look bad! All this, plus the Mets' Nimmo trade and the day women callers went 0-for-2!