Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti talk sports and interview the hottest names in sports and entertainment.
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The Boomer & Gio podcast is a must-listen for any sports fan, especially those who are fans of New York teams. The hosts, Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti, along with their supporting cast of Jerry Recco, Al Dukes, and Eddie Scozzare, provide entertaining and informative discussions on sports and other random topics. Their chemistry and camaraderie make it feel like you're hanging out with friends while getting your daily dose of sports news.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the humor and banter between the hosts. Boomer and Gio have great comedic timing and their back-and-forth exchanges keep listeners entertained throughout the show. The addition of Jerry, Al, and Eddie adds even more humor to the mix. They often delve into personal anecdotes and share funny stories that make the show relatable and enjoyable.
Another great aspect of this podcast is the extensive coverage of New York sports teams. As a Long Islander in North Carolina, I appreciate being able to stay up-to-date on my favorite teams from back home. Boomer & Gio provide insightful analysis on games, trades, and player performances that keeps me informed even though I'm miles away.
However, one downside to this podcast is Sal Licata's contributions when he fills in for one of the hosts. Some listeners find his constant yelling and repetitive statements annoying. While everyone has their own preferences when it comes to radio personalities, it's clear that Sal does not resonate well with everyone.
In conclusion, The Boomer & Gio podcast is a fantastic way to start your day if you love sports, have a good sense of humor, and enjoy some laughs along the way. The chemistry among the hosts is unmatched, making them truly the best in the business. While there may be some minor flaws with certain contributors to the show, overall it remains a staple in many listeners' morning routines.

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The hunt for John Harbaugh is officially on as the Giants and Eagles emerge as frontrunners, while Antonio Pierce prepares for his high-stakes New York interview. This hour, we dive into the coaching chaos—from the insider war between Schefter and Rapoport to Gio's theory on why Mike McCarthy's physical fitness affects his public image. Plus, we explore a wild "EMF" conspiracy theory regarding 49ers injuries, Jerry Jones' desperate quest to catch Robert Kraft's ring count, and a nostalgic look back at the glory days of MTV and The Real World. We wrap it all up with AI-generated pharma songs and Gio's adamant refusal to act as an "organizer of men" for the station's Islanders outing.

John Harbaugh is officially the NFL's most coveted free agent, and his strategic silence has the league on high alert. With Harbaugh delaying interviews until next week, speculation is swirling that he's waiting for a "Black Monday" from playoff contenders like the Bills or Eagles. However, Boomer is doubling down on a "match made in heaven" with the Giants—a sentiment backed by Dianna Russini. CLo's here with Jim Harbaugh's glowing tribute to his brother's legacy and wrap up the hour with a look at the groundbreaking new series Heated Rivalry.

In this hour, we peel back the curtain on why fans have soured on Mike McCarthy, with Gio arguing that it's his "twice-burned" reputation combined with a subconscious bias toward more physically fit coaches like John Harbaugh. A caller suggests NFL "interview quotas" for larger coaches to get a shot. C-Lo drops in with more on the Harbaugh brothers and the insider feud between Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport over the Ravens' locker room. Plus, we break down the trade sending Trae Young to the Wizards, preview the Fiesta Bowl between Ole Miss and Miami, and wrap things up with a nostalgic trip through MTV's history as they shutter their music video channels for good.

We dive into the chaos at the office (sinkholes included), Boomer's new Oura Ring and a song about prescription side-effects. We revisit an infamous NFL firing and Joe Judge's odd comment about Ole Miss & living next to Aaron Hernandez. Plus, we explore the wild "EMF" injury theory in San Francisco and the latest on the Giants' pursuit of John Harbaugh—including whether a certain Polymarket personality is actually an AI.

The Giants coaching search is heating up as Antonio Pierce arrives for a two-day interview, while the guys wonder who John Harbaugh would tap for his "dream team" staff. Between updates on the disgusting state of city subways and Boomer putting Gio to sleep with Rangers talk, we dive into Jerry Jones' obsessive quest to catch Robert Kraft's ring count and Mike Tomlin's heartfelt tribute to his former rival. We wrap with the "Moment of the Day" on the hockey drama Heated Rivalry and Gio's adamant refusal to organize the WFAN Islanders box: "I am not an organizer of men."

Jerry Jones is on a quest to surpass Robert Kraft for the most Super Bowl rings, but he's got a long way to go to bridge the gap. We also look at Mike Tomlin's tribute to his career-long rival, John Harbaugh, and revisit the "Moment of the Day" featuring a deep dive into the hockey drama Heated Rivalry.

Antonio Pierce is set to interview with the Giants tonight and tomorrow. We talked about John Harbaugh and the Giants and wondered who his coordinators would be.

C-Lo brings the updates, but first, the guys take a trip down memory lane to Al Davis' infamous "overhead projector" presser—one of the most bizarre firings in NFL history. Then, things get even weirder as we react to Joe Judge's claim that the current chaos at Ole Miss is actually "more hectic" than the time he lived next door to Aaron Hernandez. We also dive into the wild conspiracy theory gaining steam in San Francisco: could an electromagnetic field from a nearby substation be the hidden reason for the 49ers' decade-long injury curse?

Gio discovers that Boomer is wearing an Oura Ring. Plus, a listener used A.I. to do a song about side effects for prescription drugs.

CLo's back with a little more Harbaugh-on-Harbaugh action. Adam Schefter's not buying Ian Rappaport's report about whether Harbaugh fell out with Ravens players. Plus, we go around the local NBA from last night, and wonder if Ole Miss & Miami have any buzz.

Mike McCarthy might have the wins, but he can't seem to win over the fans. Gio argues that McCarthy's reputation is suffering from a "twice-burned" narrative following his exits from Green Bay and Dallas. Gio also suggests that fans are subconsciously—or even overtly—judging McCarthy's coaching ability based on his physical fitness.

C-Lo is in for Jerry and starts with Jim Harbaugh talking about how great of a coach his brother John is. Dianna Russini said the Giants really love Harbaugh and he really loves them.

Gio drops a bombshell thought - could Harbaugh end up with the Bills or even...the Eagles?

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Today on the show, we dive headfirst into the John Harbaugh sweepstakes as the Giants look to land a big fish, though ownership uncertainty and a potential push from the Bucs or Falcons could complicate the deal. Between Mark Messier stopping by the studio and the Islanders' 9-0 annihilation of the Devils, we tackle the wilder side of sports—from Trevor Lawrence getting "squatted" in a bar to Matt Kalil's bizarre divorce lawsuit and a naked knife-runner in Patchogue. Plus, we break down Darren Mougey's questionable Jets optimism.

John Harbaugh is out in Baltimore—is he the savior the Giants need? Boomer and Gio debate if Harbaugh or Kevin Stefanski is the answer, and why the chance to coach Jaxson Dart makes New York the NFL's top opening. Plus, Jerry's first update covers Jets GM Darren Mougey's bold 2026 outlook, Dan Campbell's "F" grade for himself, and the Islanders' 9-0 beatdown of the Devils. We wrap with the specific reasons Harbaugh might actually turn the Giants down.

We dive back into the John Harbaugh sweepstakes: the Giants look like a perfect match, but could a team like the Falcons lure him away? We discuss the "ownership uncertainty" with John Mara's health and hear from a fired-up Giants fan base. Jerry's update covers the Jets' QB search, Sean McVay's playoff revenge tour, and the Islanders' 9-0 annihilation of the Devils. Plus, we wrap with a wild story from the legal world as former NFL tackle Matt Kalil sues his ex-wife over some very personal—and public—divorce claims.

The John Harbaugh sweepstakes heat up—will the Giants land him, or could the Bucs pull another "Gruden" and steal him away? Plus, Jerry's update features the fallout from Shaun Morash's massage, Trevor Lawrence getting "squatted" in a bar, and C-Mac's raw reaction to the Harbaugh news.

"The Captain" Mark Messier stops by the studio to talk Rangers, while Jerry's final update tackles Darren Mougey's delusional Jets optimism and the Islanders' 9-0 massacre of the Devils. We wrap the show with a naked knife-runner in Patchogue, a skeptical look at TV longevity doctors, and the final word on why John Harbaugh or Kevin Stefanski is destined for Big Blue. Plus, a classic Moment of the Day.

Jets GM Darren Mougey is already talking about being "competitive" next year despite a 3-14 finish, while Carmelo Anthony weighs in on the Knicks' current four-game slide. Plus, we recap the massacre at UBS Arena after the Islanders' 9-0 annihilation of the Devils. Also, a 3-part Moment of the Day you have to hear.

Mark Messier joined us in the studio to talk a little Rangers hockey.

Jerry's back featuring Evan Roberts' bizarre vocal reactions to Shaun Morash enjoying a massage from Boomer. We dive into the John Harbaugh fallout with C-Mac's raw reaction to the firing and the latest from Jets GM Darren Mougey. Plus, we cover Trevor Lawrence getting "squatted" by a fan in a bar, and why Timberwolves announcers are apologizing for their comments about an Anthony Edwards jersey giveaway.

While the Giants feel like a lock to land John Harbaugh or Kevin Stefanski, don't count out the Tampa Bay Buccaneers if they move on from Todd Bowles. The Bucs have a history of aggressive coaching swings, and despite rumors that Harbaugh might take a year off, he's too competitive to stay on the sidelines.

The Jets' quarterback drama is front and center as GM Darren Mougey evaluates a messy situation involving Justin Fields and the search for a 2026 starter. Over in the NFC, Sean McVay weighs in on a high-stakes playoff rematch against the Panthers, while Davante Adams is cleared for the postseason. Plus, we recap a big night at UBS Arena where the Islanders annihilated the Devils.

John Harbaugh is officially the NFL's biggest coaching free agent, and while the Giants seem like the logical fit, could the Falcons or another suitor swoop in? With John Mara illness, the big question for Harbaugh isn't just the roster—it's the reporting structure. We take your calls on whether Big Blue can provide the stability Harbaugh needs to bring a trophy back to New Jersey.

Jerry is in for his first update. The optimism in Florham Park is raising eyebrows as Jets GM Darren Mougey claims the team can be "competitive right away" next year. Meanwhile, Lions coach Dan Campbell isn't pulling any punches on his own performance, handing himself a "freaking F" for the season. Also, Carmelo Anthony is critiquing the Knicks' late-game execution, and recap a local slaughter on the ice after the Islanders' 9-0 ruining of the Devils left Frank The Tank absolutely irate.

The NFL coaching carousel just hit warp speed. With John Harbaugh officially out in Baltimore, the New York giants are suddenly staring at a franchise-altering opportunity.

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This morning, we break down a chaotic "Black Monday" as the NFL coaching carousel spins, headlined by the Raiders firing Pete Carroll and the Giants emerging as a prime landing spot for Kevin Stefanski. From Boomer and Gio's "dream team" staff scenarios to the fallout of Russell Wilson's controversial "secret injury" reveal and Joe Benigno's epic rant against Aaron Glenn, we cover every angle of the league's shifting landscape. We also dive into the local scene with Joe Schoen's future, James Dolan's rare appearance on The Carton Show to shut down Knicks trade rumors, and the backlash over "zesty" Karl-Anthony Towns moments after a sluggish loss in Detroit. Plus, we discuss Alex Cohen ditching social media, the Mayor's "affordable" World Cup ticket plan, and a must-hear Moment of the Day PSA from Cam Skattebo.

We break down the NFL's "Black Monday" fallout, from Boomer's push for Brian Flores to the Raiders to the Giants' potential "Dream Team" of Kevin Stefanski and Jonathan Gannon. While Zac Taylor stays put in Cincy and Gio ranks the Titans' job over the Giants', Jerry joins us with Joe Schoen's post-confirmation comments and James Dolan's "no trade" stance. We wrap up by debating who's the next coach to be fired and why the McDaniel-Tua era in Miami is officially finished.

Gio's take on why Russell Wilson's "secret" hamstring reveal proves exactly why he's a locker room lightning rod, followed by more on why Kevin Stefanski is the perfect fit for the Giants. Jerry has Mike Kafka's coaching aspirations, Abdul Carter's rookie reflections, and Todd McShay's brutal warning to draft prospects to avoid the Jets at all costs. We also dive into the Pistons PA announcer trolling KAT and the viral "zesty" moments that followed. Finally, we break down James Dolan's appearance on The Carton Show.

This hour, we react to Alex Cohen ditching Instagram to "live in the moment" while the Mets' offseason struggles continue, plus a caller's take on the Knicks' missing toughness. Jerry delivers a packed update featuring Joe Schoen's post-retention presser, Jaxson Dart's excitement for Malik Nabers, and the latest coaching fallout from Jimmy Haslam and Mike McDaniel. We also break down the Knicks' sluggish loss to Detroit—including a confusing 4-1 score highlight—and James Dolan's comments on the Rangers' coaching staff. We end the hour with Boomer laughing at the Mayor (of course) and something about clutter or something.

We dive into the Giants' head coaching search with Kevin Stefanski reportedly leading the clubhouse and Gio weighing the merits of John Harbaugh versus Mike McCarthy. We react to the Cowboys firing defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus and the Raiders moving on from Pete Carroll, while Jerry brings us the latest on Joe Schoen's future as GM. Plus, we hear Joe Benigno's rant on Aaron Glenn, James Dolan's trade talk on The Carton Show, and a special Public Service Announcement from Cam Skattebo for our Moment of the Day. Finally, we discuss Mike Tomlin's historic milestone passing Chuck Noll and Gio's fascination with a "miserable" livestream out of Gambell, Alaska.

Joe Benigno reaches a breaking point with Aaron Glenn as we react to the Raiders' firing of Pete Carroll. Plus, we break down James Dolan's trade talk on The Carton Show and wrap up with a PSA from Cam Skattebo for our Moment of the Day.

Ian O'Connor posted yesterday that Kevin Stefanski is the leader in the clubhouse for the Giants job. We look at him and some other possible choices.

A quick one from Jerry's update: The Knicks lost to the Pistons and Jerry played a highlight that made the score, 4-1. Mike Brown was asked why they look sluggish. James Dolan was on the Carton Show and talked about the Rangers head coach.

Steve Cohen's wife, Alex, said she is leaving Instagram because she wants to put her phone down and be more in the moment. It probably didn't help that the Mets are having a bad offseason.

Jerry's here with Todd McShay's brutal warning to draft prospects about the Jets, plus, the Pistons PA announcer taking shots at Karl-Anthony Towns. We dive into some "zesty" KAT moments.

Russell Wilson just revealed a hidden hamstring injury from earlier this season—but why now? Gio explains why this "casual" locker room confession is exactly why Wilson struggles to win over his teammates.

Jerry is in with Joe Schoen's first comments since being confirmed as Giants GM, plus James Dolan's blunt take on why fans shouldn't expect any big moves.