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.
Full Show - Seattle Beats Pats, Yanks & Mets Win, 9/11 Documentary Maker In Studio
The NFL kickoff headlines today's show as we break down the Seahawks’ victory over the Patriots, Sam Darnold’s early injury, Drew Lock stepping up in relief, and Drake Maye’s costly fourth-quarter interceptions. We react to post-game takes from Mike Macdonald, Mike Vrabel, and Cooper Kupp, address John Harbaugh’s frustration with Malik Nabers questions, and examine why the Rams are football's team to beat as the 49ers' window closes. On the diamond, high-scoring action from the Mets and Marlins tops football points, while George Lombard Jr.’s grand slam and Aaron Judge’s return power a Yankees win over the Roc...
Hour 1 - Seattle Show Why A Backup QB Is Important, Yanks & Mets Win
The NFL season kicked off with the Seahawks beating the Patriots in a late-blooming fourth quarter, where Sam Darnold’s early injury proved the vital need for competent backup Drew Lock. Jerry's first update breaks down Drake Maye’s game-ending end-zone interception, alongside post-game takes from Mike Macdonald, Mike Vrabel, and Maye himself. Plus, George Lombard Jr. crushes a grand slam in a Yankees win over the Rockies, Rutgers coach Steve Pikiell reveals a cancer diagnosis, and we remember the late Barry Melrose. Finally, we look at why the Rams are football's Dodgers and if the 49ers' championship window is offi...
Hour 2 - Darnold Injury, More From Their Win & Some Preview, Dangers Of A.I.
The Mets and Marlins outscore the Patriots-Seahawks game, before we debate whether New England "rolled" Sam Darnold on purpose. Next, a caller shares a 1980s Bengals helmet phone signed by Boomer, Jerry returns with sounds from Seattle’s win and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and Brian Schottenheimer reveals the Cowboys' hydration-tracking urinals. Finally, Gio wonders if Boomer thinks AI will kill humanity—and why it would even want us dead.
Hour 3 - Brunson Hosting SNL, More From Seahawks and Yanks Wins, Judge Gets Hits
We continue debating if AI will kill us all, recall yesterday's golf game with guys clearly on peptides, and take a call about Jalen Brunson hosting SNL. That leads into a discussion on Jessie James Decker’s implant reduction, Paige Spiranac, and Boomer assuming they were real. Jerry returns with sounds of Drake Maye’s three fourth-quarter interceptions in the Seahawks' win over the Patriots, followed by Cooper Kupp praising Drew Lock, Mike Vrabel addressing Maye's game-ending pick, and Sean McVay loving the bed-filled plane to Australia. Plus, George Lombard Jr. hits a grand slam and Aaron Judge collects two hits...
Hour 4 - 9/11 Documentary, Plus, Mayes Mistake Costs Pats Game, Lombard Grand Slam
Filmmaker Michael Gier joins the studio to discuss his documentary, The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11, before Jerry's final update brings sounds of Drake Maye's game-sealing interception, Mike Macdonald on Sam Darnold and Drew Lock, Maye addressing his turnovers, and Chris Simms' critique. Next, John Harbaugh grows fed up with NY media questions about Malik Nabers, George Lombard Jr. hits the Yankees' first grand slam of the season, and the Moment of the Day questions a mysterious Buccaneers shirt. Finally, we wrap up with a video of a baseball radio play-by-play impression.
Maye Interception Buries Pats, Post Game Sound, Lombard Slam Kills Colorado
Jerry's final update of the day and starts with the sounds of Drake Maye’s late interception that sealed the game for the Seahawks. Also, some post game interviews. Chris Simms said Maye was just not good for a former MVP candidate. John Harbaugh has already had it with the NY media asking non-stop about Malik Nabers. We heard George Lombard Jr hit the first Yankees grand slam of the season. The Moment of The Day: What is that Buccaneers shirt made out of?
9/11 Documentary Director Joins Us
Filmmaker Michael Gier joins us in the studio to talk about his new documentary, ‘The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11’.
Football Recap & Look Ahead, Lombard Slams Rockies & Judge Has Two Hits
Jerry starts with the sounds of Drake Maye throwing 3 interceptions in the fourth quarter as the Seahawks beat the Patriots. Cooper Kupp talked about how good Drew Lock was for not getting a lot of reps in practice. Mike Vrabel talked about the game-ending interception. Sean McVay talked about how great the plane was to Australia as they all had beds. George Lombard Jr hit a grand slam as the Yankees beat the Rockies. Aaron Judge had 2-hits in his second game back.
A.I. Will Kill Us All
Gio wonders if Boomer believes that A-I is going to kill us all and end humanity. Gio wonders why it would want us dead.
More Sounds Of The Seattle Win, Preview For Tonight
Jerry returns for an update and starts with the sounds of the Seahawks beating the Patriots. We heard from Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Brian Schottenheimer said the Cowboys have urinals that tell them how hydrated the players are.
Sounds Of Seahawks Win, Also, Happy Yanks & Mets Update
Jerry has the sounds of Drake Maye’s terrible interception in the end zone with under 30 seconds to play. We heard from Mike Macdonald after the game about Lock coming in and playing well. Mike Vrabel said the Patriots were not good enough. Kyle Shanahan is happy Aaron Donald is not playing tonight. John Harbaugh got annoyed with all the Malik Nabers questions. We heard George Lombard Jr’s grand slam as the Yankees beat the Rockies. Rutgers basketball coach Steve Pikiell revealed he has cancer and Barry Melrose passed away at the age of 70.
Backup QBs Are Important
The NFL season got underway last night with the Seahawks beating the Patriots. Sam Darnold got injured during their first drive and Drew Lock took over from there. We talked about the importance of having a competent backup quarterback for exactly what happened to Darnold last night.
Full Show - Judge Is Back, Phil Simms Joins Us To Talk Giants, Jets & The NFL
Today’s show breaks down the NFL kickoff with the Patriots-Seahawks rematch, Baker Mayfield’s massive extension, and Geno Smith and Garrett Wilson addressing Jets captaincy and opening-week pressure. Phil Simms joins in-studio to analyze John Harbaugh’s arrival with the Giants, Jaxson Dart’s fit, Giants versus Jets offensive weapons, Josh Allen facing a tough Texans defense, and backup quarterback options. On the college gridiron, we cover Dabo Swinney’s fallout from Clemson’s loss to LSU, Greg Schiano on Rutgers, the Rimington Trophy tour, and Phil’s breakdown of Cam Skattebo. Plus, MLB action tracks Aaron Judge’s return to the fi...
Hour 1 - NFL Season Starts, Aaron Judge Returns
The NFL season kicks off tonight with a Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl rematch, followed by tomorrow's Australia game minus Aaron Darnold and Baker Mayfield’s $55 million-a-year Bucs extension. Aaron Judge went 0-3 in his return before an early exit, while Dave Sims had a couple of quirky broadcast moments. Jerry's update breaks down the crowd's reaction to Judge, a Ramos homer, and the Yankees failing to gain ground after a Rays win. Plus, Geno Smith reacts to being named captain, the Jets confront an 11-year Week 1 Sunday drought, Erin Andrews talks hockey players on Call Her Daddy, and Boomer gets a pe...
Hour 2 - Rimington Trophy, Caller On Judge Return, Glenn On Jets Outlook
Boomer shares the backstory behind the Rimington Trophy—awarded to college football’s top center—as it hits the road to games featuring leading contenders. Meanwhile, a caller questions if the Yankees are rushing Aaron Judge back, Jerry reports on Drake Maye and AJ Brown sharing neighboring lockers, and Aaron Glenn defines what makes a successful season. Plus, Dabo Swinney snaps at a reporter following a blowout loss to LSU, and Gio weighs in on bizarre, clearly fake photos of Clay Matthews.
Hour 3 - Phil Simms In To Talk Giants, Jets & All Things NFL
Phil Simms joins the studio to talk football, breaking down John Harbaugh’s impact on the Giants, Jaxson Dart’s accuracy and designed runs, and how the Giants and Jets match up offensively. Jerry’s update covers Garrett Wilson’s outlook on a successful Jets season and Jerry Jones on the Harbaugh family legacy, followed by Joy Taylor’s podcast story about a cheating ex. Finally, Gio asks Phil about Dave Sims "arm shushing" Suzyn Waldman, Phil recalls Boomer shoving cookies in his mouth during commercial breaks, and the guys get Phil's take on Justin Herbert canoodling on the practice field.
Hour 4 - Phil Talks Bills, Jets Geno Contingency, Jerry Has The Sports
Gio asks Phil Simms how the locker room reacted to the Jed York news, followed by a look at Josh Allen and the Bills facing a tough opener against the Texans defense. Phil then weighs in on the Jets' backup quarterback plan and whether Cade Klubnik could win games if Geno Smith gets injured. Jerry's final update covers the Yankees beating the Rockies, postgame reaction from Aaron Judge, Greg Schiano on Rutgers’ embarrassing opening loss, Geno Smith and Garrett Wilson addressing team captaincy, and an excited Jerry Jones. Finally, Phil delivers a Jerry Jones impression for the Moment of the Da...
Yanks Win, Schiano On Rutgers Loss, Geno On Being Captain & A Moment Of The Day
Jerry's final update of the day has sounds of the Yankees beating the Rockies and Aaron Judge after the game. Greg Schiano talked about Rutgers’ embarrassing loss to open their season. Geno talked about being a captain this season. Garrett Wilson is not a captain this year and he talked about how he felt about that. Jerry Jones is excited for Cowboys fans this year. The Moment of The Day: Phil Simms does an impression of Jerry Jones.
No Backup For Jets If Geno Goes Down
Cade Klubnik is there but that's a big question mark.
Garrett Wilson On Jets, Jerry Jones On Harbaugh, Joy Taylor's Cheatin' Ex
Jerry's got Garrett Wilson being asked what a successful season will look like for the Jets. Jerry Jones was asked about Harbaugh and the legacy football family. Joy Taylor was on the Terrell Owens podcast and talked about an ex-boyfriend who used her money to go to a strip club and cheat with a stripper.
Phil Simms On Harbaugh, Dart & Geno
Phil Simms joins us to talk about the impact of John Harbaugh joining the Giants, Jaxson Dart’s accuracy and designed runs they will have for him. and whether the Giants or Jets have better offensive weapons.
Aaron Glenn On A Successful Season
Jerry returns for an update and starts with Drake Maye and AJ Brown having lockers right next to each other. We heard from Aaron Glenn on what will make a successful season. Dabo Swinney lashed out at a Clemson reporter after getting crushed by LSU.
The Story Behind The Rimington Trophy
It’s for the best center in college football. The trophy is going to go to college football games with centers who are in the running to win it.
Return Of Aaron Judge, Geno Jets Team Captain
Jerry starts with the crowd’s response to the return of Judge. We heard Sims on the call as Ramos homered. The Rays beat the Braves in Atlanta so the Yanks didn’t gain any ground. Geno Smith was asked about being named team captain. The Jets haven’t won a week 1 Sunday game in 11 years. Erin Andrews was a guest on ‘Call Her Daddy’ and talked about how hockey players have ‘great butts’.
Dave Sims "Arm-Shushed" Suzyn Waldman
He did it so the fans applauding Judge could be heard.
Full Show - Judge Back, NFL Starts This Week & We Talk It All
The sports radio new year kicks off with Year 20 for Boomer as we gear up for NFL kickoff and Aaron Judge's return to the Yankees lineup. We break down the Rams and Niners heading to Australia, the Giants' receiver situation around Malik Nabers, and why Week 1 against the Titans is crucial for the Jets. Plus, we debate Geno Smith versus Jaxson Dart's lineup, react to soundbites from Mike Tomlin, Robert Saleh, and Sean McVay, and dissect the controversial finish to the Western Michigan/Michigan game.
Hour 1 - We're Back! Yanks, NFL Preview & That Michigan Debacle
The sports radio new year kicks off with Year 20 for Boomer in the morning! We start with Aaron Judge’s return tonight for the Yankees' final stretch, then dive into football's return tomorrow and how the Rams and Niners are prepping for Australia. Jerry arrives for his first update following an Australian weather report, before we hear Robert Saleh on the Jets and Frank Reich, Aaron Rodgers hinting at future family plans, and Josh Donaldson’s shock over Aaron Boone’s podcast appearances. Plus, we wrap up with big highlight calls from AJ Ewing and Kyle Schwarber, and Boomer calling out a...
Hour 2 - Giants & Jets Talk Including Geno & Jax, Slayton Released, Nabers Sits
We question why the Giants released Darius Slayton with Malik Nabers' Week 1 status in doubt, before debating whether Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart has better surrounding talent—and why Dart must be a top-15 quarterback this season. After questioning the logic of Nabers sitting Week 1 only to play Week 2, Gio wonders if Boomer could fight off an alligator, then highlights the Nathan Fielder/Elizabeth Holmes documentary trailer ahead of Jerry’s update. Plus, Sean McVay and a time-zone-confused Kyle Shanahan react to their Australia trip, Michael Irvin defends Jed York, Aaron Judge returns against the Rockies, and Al fumes over Rami...
Hour 3 - Mike Tomlin On QBs, Some Jets, Giants & NFL Preview
Gio prefers media member Mike Tomlin over head coach Tomlin for actually answering questions—including which quarterback he'd love to coach—before Boomer quizzes Al on Rob Saleh’s Tennessee predecessor. Jerry’s update features Tomlin’s advice to Mike Macdonald on post-Super Bowl seasons, plus reactions from Sam Darnold on the Patriots, Davante Adams on Australia, Bart Scott on the Jets, Rob Saleh on facing the Jets defense, Brian Schottenheimer on Jaxson Dart, Bill Belichick on Mike Lombardi, and Mike Pereira on the Western Michigan finish. Finally, Gio hypes up football season despite zero interest in Patriots-Seahawks, and wonders if you've...
Hour 4 - Need Strong Starts For Jets, Giants, Jerry With More NFL
We stress why the Jets must win Week 1 against the Titans before looking at the Giants' early matchups with the Cowboys and Rams. Callers question the NFL sending a division game to Australia and spot Boomer playing Family Feud, leading into more talk on Long Island coyotes. Jerry's final update features Drake Maye on facing the Seahawks, AJ Brown on being a Patriot, Sean McDermott on John Harbaugh's Giants tenure, a game of "What is Shannon Sharpe referring to?", and leaked audio of Lane Kiffin going wild at halftime. Finally, after a Moment of the Day covering Aaron Rodgers, Shaun...
Jerry With NFL Odds 'N Ends & A Funny Moment
Jerry returns with Drake Maye on playing the Seahawks again. AJ Brown is still in awe to be a Patriot. Sean McDermott talked about John Harbaugh’s time so far with the Giants.Lane Kiffin going nuts during halftime after someone recorded him in the locker room. The Moment of The Day: Aaron Rodgers, Shaun Morash & better sex.
Jets & Giants Need A Win To Start, Caller On Aussie Game
It’s important for the Jets to get a win in week one as the Titans will be one of the weakest teams on their schedule. The Giants face the Cowboys and then the Rams. A caller wondered why the NFL sent a division game to Australia.
A Football-Centric Update With Jets, Giants, Belichick & That West Michigan/Michigan Ending
Jerry's back with Mike Tomlin’s message for Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald on the season after winning a Super Bowl. Sam Darnold as he broke down the Patriots. Davante Adams talked about playing in Australia. Bart Scott about what he expects from the Jets this season. Rob Saleh on the Jets defense he’ll be facing. Brian Schottenheimer about facing Jaxson Dart. We heard from Bill Belichick as he was asked a lot of questions about Mike Lombardi. Mike Pereira talked about the ending of Western Michigan/Michigan.
Mike Tomlin On Who He'd Like To Coach This Year
Gio also likes the more open Mike Tomlin over the coach version.
McVay & Shanahan On Aussie Trip, Michael Irvin On Jed York & Sex Workers
We heard from Sean McVay on the trip to Australia. Kyle Shanahan is very confused by the time change in Australia. Michael Irvin defended Jed York getting caught with a ‘sex worker’. Aaron Judge returns to the lineup tonight against the Rockies.
Which QB Has The Better Team Around Him: Geno Or Jax?
Why did the Giants get rid of Darius Slayton if they don’t know if Malik Nabers will be ready for week 1. Boomer asked Gio, who has better offensive players around him, Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart.
Rob Saleh On Jets, Jerry With Lots Of Baseball
Jerry is here and with Rob Saleh on the Jets and Frank Reich. Aaron Rodgers was on with Adam Schein and said next year he’s going to hopefully be supporting his pregnant wife. Former Yankee Josh Donaldson can’t believe Aaron Boone goes on Jomboy’s podcast. We heard the sounds of AJ Ewing’s 2-run double in their win over the Marlins. We heard Kyle Schwarber homering as they beat the Braves.
The Return Of Aaron Judge
Judge is back for the last 19 games of the season as the team pushes toward the playoffs.
Best of the Jets on WFAN: Cade Klubnik concerns
The Jets have made it clear that Cade Klubnik is their backup quarterback, and our hosts are VERY concerned across the board. Gio says Gang Green missed the boat in adding a veteran to back up Geno Smith, Chris McMonigle can't believe the Jets don't have interest in Joe Milton, and Evan Roberts is struggling to see the plan. Plus, Evan and Tiki ponder if the Jets can make a big splash and trade for a veteran quarterback in the future.
Best of the Giants on WFAN: Will Malik Nabers play Week 1?
Tiki Barber is concerned that Malik Nabers will not play in the Giants season opener after hearing John Harbaugh's latest comments. Plus, full reactions to the team's 53-man roster being revealed, including Shaun Morash declaring that Odell Beckham Jr. earned his spot, while Damien Woody believes Beckham can be a quality No. 2 receiver this year. Morash also declares that John Harbaugh's presence is actually underrated.