Boomer & Gio

Today's show breaks down LeBron James' shock move to Philadelphia from every angle, featuring reactions from Stephen A. Smith, Charles Barkley, Dwyane Wade, and Aaron Boone. In baseball, we tackle the Mets' brutal season, Carlos Beltran's Hall of Fame induction speech, and health updates on Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger. Plus, we dive into Boomer's bizarre sunscreen habits, delayed news on Tony Romo and Kyle Shanahan, a wild caller story about a murderer, and an embarrassing birthday surprise for Rami.

We kick off with LeBron James signing with the Sixers—a move Gio foresees as a helicopter-commuting disaster that poses zero threat to the Knicks—before Jerry's first update brings reactions from Stephen A. Smith and Dwyane Wade. Next, we have sounds from the Phillies beating the Yankees as Cody Bellinger hits the IL, followed by the Mets topping the Dodgers in what might be Freddy Peralta's final game as a Met. Finally, new Hall of Famer Carlos Beltran reflects on his time in New York, and Dan Le Batard wraps up the hour with his theory that a Michael Rubin and Fanatics side deal pushed LeBron to Philadelphia.

We kick off with a classic clip of arguing news anchors, Gio's Tunnel to Towers event, Boomer's bizarre sunscreen technique, and the guys' go-to karaoke picks. Jerry's update brings Spike Eskin's reaction to LeBron joining the Sixers, sound from the Yankees losing to the Phillies, and Marcus Semien homering to beat the Dodgers. Finally, Carlos Beltran sends a message to Steve Cohen from his Hall of Fame induction, before we question why Tony Romo's OWI and Kyle Shanahan's car crash weren't reported immediately.

We start with Gio refusing to let the Mets blame injuries for their horrific season, Emma Stone opting for Juan Soto over Francisco Lindor for a movie cameo, and a caller wondering if Carlos Beltran will be the next Mets manager. Jerry's update delivers sound from the Yankees losing to the Phillies, Beltran's Hall of Fame speech, Daniel Jones feeling good heading into camp, and Mike Vrabel bringing a puppy to his press conference. Finally, Stephen A. Smith gets Charles Barkley's reaction to LeBron going to Philly, before caller Dan in Carteret recounts a murderer trying to get a ride in his car.

We start with Gio admitting it throws him off that Aaron Boone and Jalen Brunson are Philly sports fans, especially with Boone cheering LeBron's move to the Sixers despite acknowledging the Knicks as champs. Next, Gio wonders if LeBron has any NBA enemies, while Boomer notes today's rivalries lack intensity. Jerry's final update detours to Lake Titicaca before delivering Aaron Judge's health update, Cody Bellinger heading to the IL, and Freddy Peralta admitting he let the team down. Finally, we hit the Moment of the Day before closing out with an embarrassing call from Rami's parents wishing him a happy birthday.

Jerry has Aaron Judge who has NO update on his health. He also talked about Cody Bellinger going on the IL. We heard from Freddy Peralta as he said he let the team down this year. The Moment of The Day: I want to be here when the show's still successful.

Gio said it throws him off that Aaron Boone and Jalen Brunson are Philadelphia sports fans. Boone was excited to hear LeBron was going to the Sixers, even though he acknowledged the Knicks are champs.

Jerry has the sounds of the Yankees losing to the Phillies. We heard from Carlos Beltran as he was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Daniel Jones was on ESPN saying he feels good going into camp. Mike Vrabel brought a puppy to his press conference. Stephen A. Smith had Charles Barkley talk about LeBron going to Philly.

Emma Stone is filming a movie and used Juan Soto instead of Francisco Lindor for a Mets player cameo. A caller wonders if Carlos Beltran will be the next Mets Manager after hearing his Hall of Fame speech.

Dan Le Batard thinks Michael Rubin and LeBron have a side deal with Fanatics which is why he chose Philadelphia.

Jerry's back with more reaction about LeBron James from the "vegan hipster" himself - Spike Eskin. Sounds of the Yanks losing to Philly while Marcus Semien put the nail in the Dodgers' coffin for a Mets win. Also, Carlos Beltran all but begged Steve Cohen to make him the next Mets manager.

Jerry starts with Stephen A. Smith & Dwayne Wade talking about LeBron to Philly. The Phillies beating the Yankees as Cody Bellinger heads to the IL. The Mets beat the Dodgers as Freddy Peralta may have pitched his final game as a Met. Carlos Beltran talked about being a Met as he was inducted into the Hall of Fame.

We kind of aren't. Gio thinks it's going to be a disaster with the Sixers not overtaking the Knicks at all.

Evan Roberts and TikI Barber discuss if John Harbaugh has restored Giants pride. Plus, Gregg Giannotti and Boomer Esiason discuss the hope around the G-Men this year; Gio and Jerry Recco on if the Giants are capable of winning 10 games this season; Evan and Shaun Morash discuss Malik Nabers avoiding the PUP list; Craig Carton and Willie Colon on Cam Skatteboo.

Boomer Esiason has doubled down on his stance that the Mets need to trade Francisco Lindor, and wonders if the shortstop still wants to be in Queens. Plus, the Evan and Tiki crew relate to the SNY announcers, who can't seem to help themselves when it comes to criticizing the putrid Mets. Bobby Valentine joined Craig Carton to discuss what this team needs to do to get things turned around, and Evan explains why he would cheer for Edwin Diaz when he returns to Queens this weekend.

Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash agree that it is time for the Yankees to call up George Lombard Jr., and it should be done ASAP. Plus, Jim Leyritz joined The Carton Show and went off on the use of analytics and AI in baseball today, and why the Yanks should go get Rafael Devers. Evan and Tiki debate if it would be worth it for the Yankees to take on a bad Padres contract if it meant getting Mason Miller, and Craig Carton believes Jazz Chisholm is a misunderstood player who will be vital to the team's title chances.

Gregg Giannotti and Jerry Recco look ahead ot the MLB trade deadline and what possible moves the Mets and Yankees could make. Plus: 8:06 - Boomer Esiason wonders if Francisco Lindor will want to be traded 16:38 – Gio says there's hope for the Giants 27:15 – Drew Brees joins Boomer & Gio 50:22 – Boomer & Gio on ESPN layoffs 58:45 – LeBron to Miami?

On a Feel Good Summer Friday, Gio and Jerry tackle it all: New York sports angst over the Mets, Yankees, and Giants, the latest WNBA controversies, and plenty of off-the-rails stories. C-Lo delivers updates packed with Barstool's Celebrity Family Feud disaster, classic radio montages, and viral sports moments, while Stu Feiner calls in live from Sicily. Top it off with Gio's rants on parenting advice and fake Springsteen fandom—plus an unforgettable follow-up from Reggie in Queens—for a jam-packed show from start to finish!

It's a Feel Good Summer Friday with Gio and Jerry, but seeing the rare magic of the Knicks' championship has only made Gio feel worse about the Mets' and Vikings' chances, while Jerry pegs a promising Giants team at 10 wins. C-Lo drops his first update starting with Josh Hart's pre-camp joke, Jerry recalls accidentally wiping out Sirius's entire system during training, and Chris McMonigle praises Yankees pitching. Plus, C-Lo doubts Aaron Judge returns this season—making Gio's home run bet a wash—and Clay Holmes faces the batter who injured him. Meanwhile, President Trump and Bryce Harper both mock the Mets, the Giants gear up for West Virginia training camp, Barstool struggles on Celebrity Family Feud, and the guys agree that Bon Jovi's 90-minute concert was actually the ideal length.

Nancy Armour's column is just the latest reminder for Gio and Jerry that the WNBA can't escape controversy, right on the heels of commissioner Cathy Engelbert's Dan Patrick drama. Sabrina Ionescu denies turning down the 3-point contest, reinforcing the guys' belief that leadership is only getting in the way of a growing sport. Next, C-Lo highlights interesting Mets and Phillies draft pick names—featuring the surname "Sackrider"—and shares audio from Barstool's zero-point Celebrity Family Feud disaster. To wrap up, Stu Feiner calls in from Sicily to dish on Family Feud, and Reggie in Queens calls back to clarify, with a quick reminder from his wife, how he drained his scrotum.

Gio and Jerry start by pondering potential Mets trade deadline sales, Aaron Boone's wishlist, and the expectation that Aaron Judge won't return this season, before Gio warns of a pending anti-Pete Alonso hit piece. Next, C-Lo brings an update starring Evan & Tiki's "how about that" montage, triggering memories of classic voice-changer slip-ups and Gio's early producer work. To wrap up, President Trump hosts the Dodgers at the White House before their matchup with the Mets, the Yankees return to face the Phillies following Dennis Santana's DFA, Salvador Perez pleads for a fan who jumped in a fountain for a home run ball, and a caller reveals a Boomer shoutout in a new rap track.

Gio starts by thanking an oblivious Jerry, rants about Boomer and others saying "enjoy it now" about kids, and admits to faking a Bruce Springsteen fandom just to chat with Mad Dog. C-Lo's final update covers Jose Caballero's controversial pitch clock post, Bryce Harper's praise for Don Mattingly, audio of Mike Tomlin eating, and Jon Gruden heading back to the booth. Then, Gio plays a classic 2001 on-air fight, Ryan Silverfield's "aura" defense recalls DeShaun Foster's media day fumble, and the Moment of the Day features awkward rejoins and Reggie in Queens. To wrap the week, Gio ponders the endless appeal of media mishaps and how America's Funniest Home Videos is still on the air.

C-Lo begins with Jose Caballero's social media post criticizing MLB for changing the pitch clock rules and singling him out. Bryce Harper explained what Don Mattingly brought to the Phillies that helped them turn their season around. C-Lo uncovered audio of Mike Tomlin laughing while eating. Jon Gruden will do play-by-play for a Bucs preseason game. We hear the infamous Fox-5 on-air altercation between Jim Ryan and Dick Oliver. New Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield defended his “aura” at SEC Media Days.

C-Lo returns for another update and begins with the “how about that” montage the Evan & Tiki show put together. It reminds C-Lo of two great “how about that's” delivered by Paul Rosenberg when he accidentally hit Craig's voice changer and when Steve Somers also triggered the device. C-Lo also found two montages Gio put together back during his days as a producer. We hear from President Trump during the Dodgers' visit to the White House. The Yankees are back in action against the Phillies, and Dennis Santana was DFA'd three days after his confrontation with Jose Caballero. Salvador made a plea to Kansas City police to release a man who jumped into a fountain trying to grab a HR ball.

Gio and Jerry wonder how many players the Mets will sell before the trade deadline on August 3. Gio believes Aaron Boone has a player in mind that he really wants the Yankees to add before the trade deadline.

C-Lo returns for an update and begins with interesting names of Mets and Phillies draft picks. Gio informs us of the last name “Sackrider”. C-Lo has more audio from Barstool's zero-point showing on Celebrity Family Feud and Stu Feiner's tryout for the team. Stu calls in from Sicily. He tells us all about being on Family Feud.

Nancy Armour's lambasted column in USA Today was another reminder for Gio that the WNBA can never find a groove without some kind of controversy.

C-Lo has a clip of Chris McMonigle praising the Yankees pitching. C-Lo doesn't think Aaron Judge will play again this season. Judge's injury has made Gio's Judge vs Ben Rice HR bet a wash. Clay Holmes made a rehab start last night and faced Spencer Jones, whose line drive injured Holmes in May. President Trump joined the long list of people mocking the Mets. Bryce Harper took a shot at the Mets too. The Giants are getting set for training camp in West Virginia.

Gio thinks the Giants have elements of a team that can be special. Jerry sees the Giants as a 10-win team.

Boomer and Gio open with makeup fixes, a SiriusXM recap, Harbaugh's flat Giants speech, Jerry's dinner report, Caballero's pitch clock issue during the Yankees' split, the Mets' abysmal defense, Heyman's X fight, and defining "cuck." Then, they dive into Fire Island, rogue callers slipping past Al, morning vs. afternoon shifts, Anthony Volpe's big moment, golf rivalries, and a Death of a Salesman review. Hour three brings a CBS Sports graphic blunder, Max Fried's return, secret MLB rule changes, early football hype, Cleveland's LeBron pitch, and golf course drink etiquette. Finally, they close with Fire Island weekend plans, Jaxson Dart and Jets outlooks, Kendrick Perkins' LeBron conspiracy, Jerry's health and verbal stumbles, the show's post-Boomer future, LeBron chatter, and whether Juan Soto is irking his teammates.

Boomer and Gio open by fixing Gio's makeup before Boomer recaps his SiriusXM appearance with Andrew Bogush. Next, John Harbaugh's speech to the Giants falls flat. Jerry joins to break down his dinner with Al and Eddie, then delivers update highlights on Jose Caballero's pitch clock issue during the Yankees' doubleheader split with the Pirates. Meanwhile, abysmal defense triggers another Mets loss, Boomer and Gio react to Jon Heyman fighting Yankees fans on X, and the guys unpack what the word "cuck" actually means.

Boomer and Gio dive into their favorite things about Fire Island multiple callers that Al usually blocks get on the air. Is it better to work in the morning or the afternoon? Jerry's update starts with talking about Anthony Volpe finally coming through in a big spot. The guys debate whether or not rivalries in golf are good for the sport. Gio gives a review of Death of a Salesman on Broadway.

Boomer and Gio open the hour by shaming the CBS Sports Network team for using a photo of Aubrey Plaza that included a guy who committed suicide. Jerry's update starts with Max Fried throwing five shutout innings in his return from the injured list. Did the MLB make rule changes and not tell anyone about it? The Mets continue to be a disaster. Boomer and Gio say the Mets and Yankees have made us excited for football earlier than usual. Cleveland businesses make their pitch for LeBron to come back. The guys debate what drinks are okay to have on a golf course.

Gio's weekend plans at Fire Island. Is Jaxson Dart headed for a sophomore slump? How important is the Jets' Week 1 game against the Titans? Jerry's update opens with Kendrick Perkins claiming that the Heat “leaking” the LeBron introductory press conference was planned. What's up with Jerry's health issues? Jerry says the moment of the day is himself stumbling on his words. Does Rami think the show will fall apart after Boomer retires? People can't get enough of the LeBron decision. Boomer wonders if Juan Soto getting everything he wants irks some teammates.

Jerry's update opens with Kendrick Perkins claiming that the Heat “leaking” the LeBron introductory press conference was planned. What's up with Jerry's health issues? Jerry says the moment of the day is himself stumbling on his words.

We take your calls. How will year two be for the Giants QB? We also talk the Jets week one opponent - the Titans.

Jerry's update starts with Max Fried throwing five shutout innings in his return from the injured list. Did the MLB make rule changes and not tell anyone about it? The Mets continue to be a disaster. Boomer and Gio say the Mets and Yankees have made us excited for football earlier than usual.

Boomer and Gio open the hour by shaming the CBS Sports Network team for using a photo of Aubrey Plaza that included a guy who committed suicide.

Jerry's update starts with Anthony Volpe finally coming through in a big spot. The Mets were being a mess. The guys debate whether or not rivalries in golf are good for the sport.

Al Dukes being on vacation allows some callers to sneak onto the airwaves that he would've blocked. This drifted into a conversation about swanky parts of Long Island.

Jerry's first update focuses on the Jose Caballero pitch clock issue in the midst of the Yankees splitting a doubleheader with the Pirates. Meanwhile, the Mets continue to play awful defense leading to another loss.

Looks like it didn't go over that well.