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.

The show highlights the NCAA tournament and UConn's win over Duke alongside Mets updates and Rick Pitino's extension at St. John's. We recap the Yankees sweeping the Giants, Tony Vitello's coaching thoughts, and Boomer's photo with OJ Simpson before discussing Tiger Woods' DUI arrest and Geno Smith being named starting quarterback. Also, the NFL is training replacement referees and conducting league meetings. We even have time to have a discussion on unconventional late-night bathroom habits of men.

We start with the NCAA tournament, covering St. John's loss to Duke and UConn beating Duke before previewing the Final Four. Jerry has sounds from the UConn victory, followed by reactions from Rick Pitino and Geno Auriemma's thoughts on playing in Texas. We recap the Mets' extra-innings loss involving Lovelady, then wrap up with Rick Pitino's extension at St. John's and a call about Dan Hurley at UConn.

The Yankees swept the Giants to start the season, and while the Mets won their series, Lovelady and Bichette are already being criticized. Giants manager Tony Vitello discussed differences in coaching. Jerry's update starts with a conversation about men's bathroom habits. We recap the sounds of the NCAA tournament and the Mets' loss, then wrap up with a photo of Boomer being interviewed by OJ Simpson wearing the infamous shoes and gloves.

Tiger Woods was arrested for a DUI involving pain pills, callers discussed his physical appearance. Jerry returns for an update with a possible case of gout, followed by sounds from UConn's win over Duke and the Mets' loss to the Pirates. Aaron Glenn confirmed Geno Smith as the starting quarterback. The hour concludes with reports of the NFL training replacement referees and a question about why baseball isn't using ABS on every pitch.

We begin with calls regarding UConn's win, Duke's lost aura and criticism of Hurley, then recap a fight Boomer witnessed at the NYPD vs. FDNY hockey game. Jerry's final update highlights Al's frustration with callers alongside sounds from UConn's win and the Mets' loss where fans booed Bo Bichette. After comments from Nolan McLean and Aaron Glenn, the Moment of the Day focuses on sitting down to pee. Finally, NFL league meetings and a closing discussion on unconventional late-night bathroom habits.

The sounds of UConn beating Duke and all the postgame sound. The Mets lost to the Pirates and Bo Bichette is off to a rough start. The fans were actually booing him. Nolan McLean talked about throwing into headwinds yesterday. Aaron Glenn talked about how happy he is to have Geno Smith. The Moment of The Day: Guys who sit down to pee at night.

Fans check in, both positive and negative, on UConn beating Duke.

Jerry returns with the sounds of UConn beating Duke and all the postgame sound. We heard the sounds of the Mets losing to the Pirates in extras. Aaron Glenn confirmed that Geno Smith will be the starting QB.

For some reason we talked about guys who sit down to pee at night so they don't miss the bowl.

We talk about Tiger Woods being arrested for DUI after an auto accident. There's talk of a pain pill addiction involved.

Yanks off to a good start, but Mets fans already have Bichette and Lovelady in the crosshairs.

Jerry starts with the sounds of UConn beating Duke. We heard from Rick Pitino after the loss to Duke. We also heard from Geno Auriemma, who doesn't want to be playing these games in Texas. We heard the sounds of the Mets losing in extras yesterday.

The Final Four is set and we talk about it, in particular St. John's loss to Duke and UConn beating Duke.

Hear from the best guests of the week on WFAN, including Keith Hernandez, Steve Schirripa (14:54), Ron Darling (47:21), Nick Swisher (1:01:17), and Ian Eagle (1:11:02).

The Mets started off the season with a bang, and our hosts have all the instant reaction to a memorable Opening Day, from Carson Benge's MLB intro to the new-look lineup rallying against Paul Skenes. Plus, Evan's journey to finding his wallet that he lost en route to the game!

Boomer & Gio react to the Yankees' 7-0 Opening Day win and MLB's Netflix ‘money grab.' Plus, the Mets get a big Opening Day win against Paul Skenes and the Pirates (10:45); Keith Hernandez joins the show to talk Mets and Opening Day (19:28); more on the Yankees' Opening Day win and the Barry Bonds-George Steinbrenner story (34:21); talk about a potential lockout looming over the MLB for next season (45:45), and the impact and progress Rick Pitino has made at St. John's (56:01)

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We recap the Mets' Opening Day win and Oneil Cruz's struggles alongside the Knicks' loss to the Hornets and Boomer's take on draft quarterbacks. Highlights include Carson Benge's debut home run, and Jerry Seinfeld's visit with Tommy Lugauer. The show explores A.I. betting with ChatGPT and Grok, and bizarre moments like a dead bird on the field and the White Sox striking out 20 times. Plus, Purdue's tournament victory and Mike Repole's St. John's preview. We even talk the Jets' number two pick, Boomer's $70 million quarterback prediction, and get a Paul in Yonkers impression.

We recap the Mets' Opening Day win over the Pirates, noting Oneil Cruz's struggles and Gio's praise for the offense and the NBC broadcast. Gio discusses watching St. John's with Dan in Carteret before the guys pivot to the Knicks' loss to the Hornets and Boomer's take on draft quarterbacks. We've got Carson Benge's home run call by Howie Rose, Paul Skenes' post-game reaction, and Jerry Seinfeld's appearance with Tommy Lugauer. We close with Purdue's win over Texas and a preview of St. John's upcoming matchup against Duke.

The Mets return tomorrow after an encouraging offensive display. Gio jokes about the Yankees' game being on "Balloon Knot+." Jerry covers the Mets' big second inning, Oneil Cruz's sun-blamed errors in center field, and Carson Benge's debut home run. Jerry Seinfeld joins Tommy Lugauer to discuss WFAN and the Audacy app. The Hornets' win over the Knicks. We close with Purdue's victory over Texas and Boomer consulting ChatGPT for a score prediction on the upcoming Illinois versus Iowa State matchup.

Boomer receives a ChatGPT apology for a premature score prediction before hearing from callers who use chatbots for UFC and betting advice. Jerry's update on Francisco Alvarez's home run, a dead bird on the field, and Craig Carton's take on Jerry Seinfeld's recent interview. The hour wraps up with the White Sox striking out 20 times, the Knicks' loss in Charlotte, and a call from a long-time listener who tuned in for a decade while homeless.

We talk to Mike Repole about St. John's and the Duke game before Jerry's update features Carson Benge's debut home run. Jerry Seinfeld discusses Pete Alonso and the Audacy app with Tommy Lugauer, followed by Larry David's YES commercial and Rick Pitino's reflections on the season. After the "McGonigle" Moment of the Day, the segment covers the Jets' number two pick, Boomer's $70 million quarterback prediction, and a caller's Paul in Yonkers impression.

Jerry returns and we heard from Carson Benge as he hit a HR in his MLB debut. We also heard from Freddy Peralta, who said he asked the offense for some runs. Jerry Seinfeld was on with Tommy Lugauer and they talked about Pete Alonso going to the Orioles. Larry David is in a new commercial for YES with Michael Kay. Rick Pitino talked about a particular time the team really came together this season. The Moment of The Day: McGonigle, McGonigle.

We start the hour talking to Mike Repole, a huge St. John's supporter who helps with NIL money.

Jerry has the sounds of Francisco Alvarez homering the Mets opening win. A dead bird fell on the field at one point. Craig Carton tried to promote Jerry Seinfeld going on with Tommy Lugauer, but did it by saying he can't believe he goes on all of these shows here. The White Sox struck out 20 times yesterday. The Knicks lost in Charlotte last night.

We took calls from people who use Chat GPT to help them choose who to bet on.

Jerry starts with the sounds of the Mets huge second inning as Oneil Cruz had a rough time in center field. Carson Benge homered in his first big league game. We heard from Benge and Freddy Peralta after the game. Jerry Seinfeld was on with Tommy Lugauer last night and didn't know when WFAN got started. He plugged the Audacy app as well. The Hornets beat the Knicks & Purdue beat Texas last night to advance in the NCAA tournament.

The Mets get back in action tomorrow afternoon and we will have Gary, Keith & Ron on the call. The Mets offense was very encouraging. Anthony in Belleville wonders what channel the Yankee game is on today.

Jerry hasHowie Rose on the call as Carson Benge hit a HR in his first game and then we heard from him after the game. Paul Skenes had a positive attitude after the game. Jerry Seinfeld was a guest with Tommy Lugauer and we heard Tommy's intro. We heard the sounds of Purdue advancing by beating Texas.

We started with the Mets win over the Pirates on Opening Day. Oneil Cruz had a rough day in the field and at the plate. Gio loved the Mets offensive performance as well.

The Yankees rolled to victory in their season opener, and our hosts have all the instant reactions, ranging from the game itself to the broadcast on Netflix and what to make of Aaron Judge's rough night.

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The Yankees secured an Opening Day win despite Aaron Judge's strikeouts, sparking debate over broadcast revenue and the looming lockout. Keith Hernandez then joined the conversation. Mets Opening Day arrives on Peacock with Bruce Beck joining us to talk about it. Also, all the clips from yesterday's Yanks win, Barry Bonds' anecdotes about hanging up on Steinbrenner, the first ABS challenges and clips of Rob Manfred and Rick Pitino. Finally, we covered Shaq's odd fake DMs, Citi Field parking struggles, and Gio's theory on Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne, ending with the Mets marking their 40th World Series anniversary.

The Yankees secured a 7-0 Opening Day win despite Aaron Judge's four strikeouts. Max Fried delivered a dominant performance on the mound. Backlash against the Netflix broadcast sparked a discussion on MLB's risky revenue strategy and the impending lockout next season. Jerry's had Trent Grisham's two-run triple and insights from Fried and Jazz Chisholm. After hearing from Jameis Winston, Freddy Peralta, and David Stearns, we look ahead to Keith Hernandez's guest spot and Jerry Seinfeld's upcoming interview with Tommy Lugauer.

Mets Opening Day is on Peacock and NBC. Paul in Yonkers wonders about Steve Cohen's attendance. Gio recounts a Baltimore penthouse stay during a Yankees/Orioles trip. Jerry updates the Yankees' five-run second inning. Following comments from Max Fried, we dive into Barry Bonds' inconsistent stories about George Steinbrenner. Finally, as the NCAA tournament resumes, a caller voices frustration with the ABS system during Aaron Judge's plate appearance.

Keith Hernandez kicks things off with his outlook on Mets Opening Day and the new roster. We discuss Chris McMonigle's baseball expertise. We revisit Dave Sims' call of the Yankees' dominant win over the Giants and the league's first official ABS challenge. Following Rob Manfred's quick interview last night and Rick Pitino's pre-flight thoughts on facing Duke, we dive into Shaq's story about a fake Sabrina Carpenter DM and a caller's struggle to enter the Citi Field parking lots.

The hour kicks off with Bruce Beck's infectious positivity as the Mets are on Peacock and NBC today. Jerry starts his update with fan calls and the Mets starting lineup, while David Stearns reflects on being just a year old during the 1986 season. The Moment of the Day with Gio's theory on Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne. We wrap up the hour focusing on Opening Day and the 40th anniversary of the Mets' last World Series championship.

We talked to a few people on the way to the Mets game. Jerry has the lineup for the Mets. David Stearns said the 1986 series was so far back he was only a year old. The Mets should have made a video with Grimace, Hawk Tua Girl and the Gay Mets. The Moment of The Day: Gio's theory on how Paul Skenes got Livvy Dunne.

New York broadcasting legend and happiest man on Earth, Bruce Beck, checks in to talk Mets.

Jerry's got Dave Sims on the call as the Yankees beat the Giants with a huge second inning. We had the first official ABS challenge in baseball last night. Rob Manfred did an interview in the fifth inning and it was quick and trite. We heard from Rick Pitino as he was waiting for his flight to go play Duke.

Keith Hernandez joins us to talk about Mets Opening Day and what we can expect this season with all the new guys.

Jerry returns for an update and we heard the first run of the season for the Yankees. The Yanks scored five runs in the second. We heard from Max Fried after the game. Barry Bonds was on the Netflix broadcast and he told a story about getting an offer from George Steinbrenner and hanging up on him. The NCAA tournament gets back at it later today.