WGBB Sports Talk New York

Host Bill Donohue welcomes legendary manager Jack McKeon, also known as “Trader Jack,” a World Series champion (2003) and two-time NL Manager of the Year (1999, 2003). McKeon shares great stories and insights from his long career, including some memorable moments and what made him successful.

Later, former New York Mets pitcher Craig Anderson joins the show to talk about his time with the original 1962 Mets, giving a firsthand look at the ups and downs of that first season. Together, the conversations bring a fun mix of baseball history, behind-the-scenes stories, and personal experiences from two guys who lived it.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo discuss the intricate dynamics of college basketball, particularly in light of the recent NCAA tournament. The guys engage in a thorough analysis of the surprising upsets witnessed during March Madness, with a notable focus on the astonishing defeat of Duke by UConn.

Late, the guy's welcome Tony Bozzella, head coach of the women's basketball team at Seton Hall University. Tony shares his insights on the challenges faced during the past season, the implications of injuries, and the strategies for improvement moving forward. With an emphasis on accountability and setting standards, Coach...

Host Bill Donohue talks with former Yankees shortstop and Hall of Fame broadcaster Tony Kubek, former Mets reliever Roger McDowell and co-author Doug Feldmann to discuss Roger’s new book Hot Foot, actress Sally Struthers of All in the Family, and Olympic gold medalist and former NBA center Mel Counts.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome coaches from 7 NCAA Tournament-bound schools to discuss their excitement about making the “Big Dance.” Later, Yankees’ radio play-by-play announcer Dave Sims joins the show and discusses the World Baseball Classic and the upcoming season for the Bronx Bombers

Host Bill Donohue welcomes guests for two full hours, including former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver and congressman Steve Largent, Hall of Fame center Robert Parish, “Miracle on Ice” left wing Rob McClanahan, and children’s entertainer and author Ron Albanese.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome longtime NCAA men’s basketball official Ted Valentine to reflect on his 40-year officiating career, including memorable moments with legendary coaches Bobby Knight and John Thompson. Later, the guys break down USA Hockey’s gold medal run and discuss the latest from Mets spring training.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome New York Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus to the show to discuss his playing and coaching career, as well as his role managing Team Israel in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. Later, longtime Newsday sportswriter and former New York Post columnist Ken Davidoff joins the program to talk with Mike and Chris about his new book, 101 Lessons from the Dugout.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome former New York Giants tight end Derek Brown to the show, who discussed his career at Notre Dame and Coach Lou Holtz. Later, Cardozo basketball coach Ron Noclario gave his thoughts on becoming the winningest coach in New York State basketball history. Finally, former New York Mets 3B Zach Lutz joined the show and spoke to the guys about his Lutz Go kids' sports organization.

Host Chris Caputo spoke with former St. Francis (PA) men's basketball coach, Rob Krimmel about retiring from coaching after the school decided to switch athletics from Division I to III one week after making the NCAA Tournament. Coach Krimmel discussed the difficulties of working at a small school without money for NIL and the consequences of a wide open transfer portal. Later, Chris welcomes AJ Rovner to discuss the Giants decision to hire John Harbaugh and what they should do moving forward. Finally, Mount St. Mary's basketball coach Donny Lind joined the show to talk about coaching at a...

Host Bill Donohue welcomes Jim Herzog, son of legendary St. Louis Cardinals manager Whitey Herzog. Later in the show, Bill is joined by the great Henry Paul, an original member of the band The Outlaws.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome former New York Mets outfielder Jim Gosger to the show to discuss his Major League career. Later, St. John’s Prep Head Boys Basketball Coach John Patrick Kiggins calls in to talk about his season thus far.

Bill Donohue hosts this 2-hour special holiday edition featuring a remarkable collection of guests, including former Mets outfielder Mark Canha and four-time Stanley Cup champion Bob Bourne. The program also welcomes the iconic actors from the classic film "It’s a Wonderful Life," Karolyn Grimes and Jimmy Hawkins, who portray Zuzu and Tommy Bailey, respectively. At the outset, Bill examines the unique experiences and insights of these guest speakers, reflecting on both their illustrious careers and the enduring impact of the film that has captivated audiences for generations. Through a series of engaging conversations, we explore the intersection of sp...

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome newly elected Baseball Hall-of-Fame member and former New York Mets 2B Jeff Kent, who discusses his career as a New York Met and his excitement over being elected to the Hall.

Host Bill Donohue speaks with author Eric Vickrey about his new book Before They Wore Dodger Blue – Tommy Lasorda and the Greatest Draft Class in Baseball History. Later, former MLB player and member of the Dodgers’ 1968 draft class, Tom Paciorek, joins the show.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo speak with special guest Mark Gottfried about his time as a Major D1 College Basketball Coach and his current role promoting leadership. Later, former Siena Lacrosse player Ryan McCarthy joins the show to discuss the tragic loss of their coach, Liam Gleason, this week at the age of 41. Finally, the guy's chat with Stony Brook University Men's Basketball Coach Geno Ford about their upcoming season and his path to coaching at the Long Island D1 school.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo begin the show talking New York Mets hot stove with former Mets 1B Dave Magadan. Later, the guys welcome longtime Hofstra University head men’s soccer coach Richard Nuttall.

Host Bill Donohue welcomes longtime sports talk radio host Steve Somers to discuss his new book, Me Here, You There: My Three Decades Overnight, Under the Covers, Schmoozing S-P-O-R-T-S as Captain Midnight for WFAN. Later, Bill talks with former New York Rangers defenseman and Hockey Hall-of-Famer, Brad Park.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome author John W. Miller, who spoke about his book on baseball Hall of Famer Earl Weaver titled The Last Manager. Later, former New York Jets safety Ken Schroy joined the show to talk about his role with the Marty Lyons Foundation and its upcoming fundraiser.

Host Bill Donohue welcomes baseball Hall-of-Famer, “The Dutch Master” himself, Bert Blyleven, to the program. Later, Bill talks with slugger of 414 big-league home runs, Darrell Evans. 

Host Bill Donohue welcomes sportswriter legend Jerry Izenberg discussing his book Once They Were Giants - The Golden Age of Heavyweight Boxing. Later, author Jim Leeke joins the show to discuss his latest book Big Loosh- The Unruly Life of Umpire Ron Luciano.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome Conner Clark to the show to talk top 25 college football. Later, AJ Rovner called in to discuss the good and bad of the Giants game in Denver. Finally, University of Maine punter and native Long Islander Anthony Pecorella discussed his collegiate career and triumph over Lymphoma.

Host Bill Donohue welcomes Hall-of-Famer Andre Dawson, better known as “The Hawk,” to the show tonight for a great conversation about how baseball has changed over the years and what it means to our culture. Dawson shares his thoughts on sportsmanship, talking about the rise of taunting and flashy celebrations in today’s game and how it differs from the values players followed during his career. After that, Wally Backman, a key member of the 1986 World Champion New York Mets, joins the discussion to talk about team chemistry, mentorship, and the lasting impact of that unforgettable season. Together, they offer...

Host Andy Suekoff opens the show recapping the Jets 37-22 defeat at the hands of the Dallas Cowboys with Antwan Staley of the Daily News. Later, he tries to put on his manager’s cap to figure out how the Yankees can crawl out of the 0-2 hole they’re in against the Blue Jays.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome Ryan Leary, a star athlete from Carle Place High School, alongside his father, Pat, to discuss a significant and challenging situation regarding his participation in both football and soccer. Despite his evident talent, Ryan faces restrictions imposed by the school, which have prevented him from playing soccer this season, citing safety concerns as the primary rationale. Ryan details his athletic journey, including his prior success as a kicker on the football team and his pivotal role in the soccer team's state championship victory. The discussion also reveals the familial and community support...

Host Bill Donohue welcomes former New York Mets and Yankees pitcher Ray Burris, followed by a discussion about the greatest sports speeches with author Robert Begley.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome professional tennis player Jamie Loeb, who discussed the US Open and the changes for the tournament. Later, author Erik Sherman remembered former Mets manager Davey Johnson, who passed away this week. Sherman co-wrote Johnson’s memoir My Wild Ride in Baseball and Beyond.

Host Bill Donohue welcomes former New York Mets pitcher Pete Falcone about his career and the hurdles he faced as a pro athlete. Falcone reminisces about growing up in Brooklyn and making the jump to the majors, sharing stories that give listeners a sense of the friendships and camaraderie among players. He recalls his memorable debut game; winning it but also dealing with an unexpected twist that nearly spoiled a no-hitter. The conversation covers the evolution of the Mets, standout players like John Stearns, and the personal side of baseball, from loss to friendship. Falcone’s reflections offer a he...

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo begin the show welcoming AJ Rovner, podcast host at Mic'd Up, about New York Giants transitioning from a good preseason to the regular season. The guys dive into the US Open Tennis with former player Irina Falconi- Hartman. Then Mark Gottfried talks about his experiences coaching D1 basketball at places like NC State and Alabama while now focusing on leadership.

Host Bill Donohue begins the show talking about the Baseball Hall of Fame. He takes a look at the history, the players and managers who’ve been honored, and the work of the ERA Committees in recognizing some of the game’s overlooked stars.

In the second half of the show, Bill revisits his “Baseball at the Movies” segment, welcoming actress Bitty Schram, one of the stars of A League of Their Own. They talk about her role as Evelyn Gardner, the movie’s impact, its famous lines, and what the film says about women’s place in baseball...

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome former New York Mets manager Mickey Callaway for an in-depth conversation about the challenges of managing at the highest level of professional baseball. Callaway shares stories from his time with both the Mets and the Cleveland organization, offering insight into leadership, team dynamics, and handling pressure in a demanding market like New York. He talks about staying positive during tough losing streaks, building strong relationships with players, and the importance of mentorship in creating a cohesive team. The discussion also touches on the current struggles of both the Mets and Yankees, exploring...

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Host Bill Donohue welcomes Jim Marshall, the oldest living player from the 1962 New York Mets, who shares anecdotes from his storied career, including his time in Japan and his significance to Ichiro Suzuki’s family. Marshall, who played first base for the Mets and later managed teams in Major League Baseball, recounts his experiences and the evolution of the game. Later, Ron Swoboda, another illustrious former Met and a pivotal figure in the 1969 World Series championship team, joins the discussion. The episode delves into the rich history of the Mets, highlighting their struggles and triumphs, wh...

Host Chris Caputo recaps Baseball Hall of Fame Weekend, celebrating the inductions of Dick Allen, Dave Parker, Billy Wagner, CC Sabathia, and Ichiro Suzuki. He’s joined by Jonathan Mayo from MLB.com to break down trade deadline strategy and the value of top prospects, while former Mets acting GM Zach Scott offers a front-office perspective on the pressure teams face this time of year. They wrap with a look at the Mets and Yankees, tying it all together in a fast-paced, insightful look at how player development and smart moves shape the game.

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Host Bill Donohue begines the show by welcoming author Stephen W. Dittmore, who presents his latest work, Jim Gilliam: The Forgotten Dodger. This episode elucidates the life and accomplishments of Jim Gilliam, a pivotal yet underappreciated figure in Dodgers history, who played an integral role in seven World Series and earned four championship rings. Dittmore articulates the reasons behind Gilliam's obscurity in baseball history, despite his significant contributions and statistical prominence. Later, Bill talks with writer and historical consultant Marshall Garvey, who unveils insights from his book, Interstate '85: The Royals, The Cardinals, and the...

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Host Bill Donohue welcomes former New York Mets outfielder and World Series champion Art Shamsky. Later, Bill speaks with author and baseball historian, Chris Donnelly about his new book, Get Your Tokens Ready: The Late 1990s Road to the Subway Series.

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The conversation commences with the esteemed host, Bill Donohue, as he engages the illustrious former New York Mets outfielder and World Series champion, Art Shamsky. Our dialogue with Shamsky delves into his remarkable experiences during the 1969 season, a pivotal year that culminated in an extraordinary championship for the...

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome former New York Mets outfielder Butch Huskey to the show for a lively and wide-ranging chat. They cover everything from how players grow and develop to how the game has changed, especially around the All-Star break and what it means for teams and players. The guys look back at the All-Star Game’s golden years, comparing it to today’s flashier version, which, while fun, might not resonate with old-school fans in the same way.

They also talk about the usual All-Star snub drama, questioning whether the media’s focus on who...

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo welcome former NHL goalie Daren Puppa, who spoke with the guys about his time in the NHL. Later, John Santamaria joined the program to break down the New York Islanders’ draft picks and the Mets’ recent struggles.

Host Andy Suekoff opens the show discussing the major late-breaking news of the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Later, he shares stories of enjoying sports with his dad and ends things frantically checking his email to see if he’s been banned from MSG for questioning Dolan’s decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau and keep the Rangers Chris Drury around.

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo opened the show by welcoming Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame member Artis Gilmore, who spoke about his life in basketball and his connection with the Indiana Pacers. Later, John Santamaria joined the program to talk about the Islanders new regime and what they might do with the first overall draft pick.

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This episode features an enlightening discussion with Rino Monteforte, long snapper from Notre Dame, who shares insights from his journey from North Babylon and Kellenberg High School to the prestigious Fighting Irish. His narrative not only highlights his athletic accomplishments but also reflects on the challenges he faced, including overcoming doubts about his size and ability. Furthermore, the episode transitions into a profound dialogue with former NFL player George Visger, who delves into the critical subject of traumatic brain injury in football, drawing from his extensive personal experiences and his newly published book, *Facing Giants...

Hosts Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo begin the show by welcoming professional tennis player and New York native Jamie Loeb, who discusses life on the Pro Tour and gives her thoughts on the French Open. Later, former NBA player Rob Werdann joined the program to break down the New York Knicks series loss to the Pacers and gave his thoughts on the NBA finals.

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