Boomer & Gio

The show covers Team USA's WBC loss to Venezuela including Nolan McLean's outing, followed by Jaylen Waddle's trade to the Broncos and the Knicks' win over the Pacers. We touch on NFL tanking ("Hi, Miami"), Kenyon Martin's podcast drama, and Matt Leinart's refusal to unretire his USC jersey. Finally, the team analyzes MLB rankings and Aaron Judge's performance before closing with the Seahawks' season opener and a critique of MetLife Stadium.

The show begins with Venezuela beating a low-offense Team USA in the WBC, plus Gio's critique of Joe Davis's commentary regarding Nolan McLean. Jerry has the sounds including Derek Jeter's praise for the victors, followed by reactions to Jaylen Waddle's trade to the Broncos and the Knicks' victory over Indiana led by Josh Hart. Also, Mike Francesa gets confused about Joel Embiid as a college player. We also take calls regarding Team USA's loss, Aaron Judge's ability to win, and Mark DeRosa's management.

The Dolphins' trade of Jaylen Waddle and signing of Malik Willis leads into a discussion on tanking in sports and the Jets' need for wins under Aaron Glenn. After a caller asks about Spanish Temptation Island, Jerry shares awkward audio involving Kenyon Martin on the Gilbert Arenas podcast. Plus, Team USA's loss to Venezuela, a big Knicks win over the Pacers in Jalen Brunson's absence, and Boomer's complaints about the DMV and airports.

We talk the Knicks' championship "winds" and the NFL draft before Jerry's update revisits classic Spring Training "wraps." He's got Team USA's loss to Venezuela, Nolan McLean's start, and Aaron Judge's Yankees return, alongside the Knicks' win over the Pacers. Finally, Boomer's love for Australian licorice, and Matt Leinart's refusal to unretire his USC jersey.

We discuss Team USA's loss to Venezuela and Aaron Judge's performance before breaking down the current MLB top five rankings featuring the Dodgers and Yankees at the top. Jerry's final update featuring sounds from the World Baseball Classic, and the Knicks' victory over the Pacers led by Josh Hart's standout performance. The hour wraps up with a look at the Seahawks' Wednesday night season opener, potentially against the Giants, and a discussion regarding the state of MetLife Stadium and the Jets' future location

Jerry returns with the sounds of Venezuela beating Team USA. The Knicks beat the Pacers as Josh Hart had a big night with no Jalen Brunson. Moment of the Day: What does Al always say about children of celebrities?

He validated those who thinks he can't do anything in a big spot, but if he had, Yankees fans would've complained he can't do it for them.

Jerry returns, but first we talk about the old ‘wraps' that Sweeny Murti & Ed Coleman used to send from Spring Training. Sounds of Venezuela beating Team USA in the WBC. Nolan McLean talked about his start. Aaron Judge was asked if he's excited to get back to the Yankees. The Knicks beat the Pacers thanks to Josh Hart. Boomer said he loves Australian soft licorice.

Gio wonders if Boomer still feels this way. We transition to a bit of talk on the NFL draft.

Jerry has awkward audio of Kenyon Martin, on the Gilbert Arenas podcast, calling out a behind the scenes person for putting out a video mocking Martin's speech impediment.

They trade Jaylen Waddle away...but pick up QB Malik Willis?

Jerry starts with the sounds of Venezuela beating Team USA and Derek Jeter saying you have to tip your cap to them, they deserve to be the champs. Jaylen Waddle was traded to the Broncos and Boomer wondered who Malik Willis was going to throw the ball to. The Knicks were without Jalen Brunson, but the Knicks beat Indiana. Mike Francesa got very confused about Embiid as a college player.

Let's face it, the team that really wanted it, won it. We discuss it all.

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It's Gio's delayed return day from a golf trip. We talk about the Jets trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs as part of a "tear down to build up" strategy. The guys debate the World Baseball Classic's intensity versus the Olympics and the World Series, Jerry's updates on Team USA's championship run, Venezuela's victory over Italy, plus, Jerry Jones' defensive improvements. Interspersed with sports are Boomer's upcoming 65th birthday milestones—including Medicare and ideas for a Life Alert endorsement—all while his garlic tablets create a distinct studio aroma. The program concludes with a St. Patrick's Day discussion on the "Fighting Irish" name, insights from Rick Pitino, and Gio's search for the most famous Irish person.

Gio returned from his golf trip a day late following airport delays, leading into a discussion on Team USA facing Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic championship tonight. Gio argued the event lacks Olympic-level intensity due to MLB pitch counts, followed by news on CBS and the NFL renegotiating their TV deal. Jerry's update featured Venezuela's win over Italy, Carlos Mendoza's mixed feelings on Nolan McLean starting, and Chris Russo's critique of the WBC being on FS1. After hearing from Rick Pitino ahead of the tournament, the hour closed with Gio noticing a garlic scent in the studio.

We started with the Jets trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs for a 2027 pick. Boomer announced his upcoming April 1st enrollment in Medicare and AARP. Jerry's update featured Danielle McCarten's "basil" Yankee comparisons. We heard sounds from Venezuela's WBC win over Italy and comments from Team USA starter Nolan McLean, concluding with a look at potential "age-related" endorsements like Life Alert as Boomer turns 65.

The Jets traded Justin Fields to the Chiefs for a 2027 pick, highlighting Darren Mougey's "tear down to build up" strategy. We discuss the Giants' immediate improvements and Adam Schefter's claim that the Bears are out of money. Jerry's update features Tommy Lugauer and C-Mac debating Aaron Judge's comments on the WBC versus the World Series. Tiki Barber weighs in, and we hear sounds from Venezuela's win over Italy. Also, Jerry Jones on the Cowboys' defensive improvements and a look at why songs and smells trigger specific memories.

The hour begins with a discussion on whether the "Fighting Irish" name is offensive and a look at leprechaun lore, followed by a call from Boomer's friend regarding Native American team names. Jerry's update features Venezuela's WBC win over Italy, Chris Russo's critique of the WBC on FS1, and preview from Mark DeRosa on the matchup against the Dominican Republic. Plus, Carlos Mendoza's mixed feelings on Nolan McLean starting and an update on Francisco Alvarez. We hear from Rick Pitino before crowning Boomer's garlic scent as the Moment of the Day. Finally, a preview of Nolan McLean starting the WBC championship for Team USA and Gio's search for the most famous Irish person.

Jerry final update of the day and starts with the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy yesterday & Chris Russo didn't like the WBC being on FS1 as ‘Craig Carton ruined that'. Team USA manager Mark DeRosa talked about the game against the Dominican Republic. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was asked about McLean pitching and how Alvarez is doing. Rick Pitino talked about getting ready for the tournament. A little NBA stuff too. The Moment of The Day: Boomer smells like garlic.

Al Dukes once wondered if Notre Dame would have to change their name because ‘Fighting Irish' could be offensive. We also talked about leprechauns. Happy St. Patrick's Day.

Jerry starts with Tommy Lugauer yelling about Aaron Judge's comments saying the WBC is better than the World Series, while C-Mac doesn't like comparing the WBC to the World Series. We heard the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy in the WBC. Jerry Jones talked about how they improved the defense in the offseason.

Darren Mougey is doing his job of tearing down before building up. Giants look like they want to win starting now.

Jerry's update starts with McCartan comparing a few young Yankee players to picking basil. We heard the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy in the WBC. We heard from Nolan McLean as he starts tonight for Team USA.

Callers check in with health advice for the aging Boomer Esiason right as he's signing up for Medicare & an AARP subscription.

Jerry's first update starts with the sounds of Venezuela beating Italy to head to the WBC championship game. Carlos Mendoza has ‘mixed feelings' about Nolan McLean starting tonight for Team USA. Chris Russo didn't like the WBC being on FS1 as ‘Craig Carton ruined that'. We heard from Rick Pitino as they get ready for the tournament.

The guys are both back and Gio said the WBC is not as good as the Olympics because MLB pitchers are on pitch counts.

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The best conversations about Team USA's wild win over the Dominican Republic from Boomer & Gio, Evan & Tiki, and The Carton Show. Plus, reacting to Aaron Judge saying the World Baseball Classic atmosphere is "bigger and better" than the World Series'.

With Gio stuck in Florida, Boomer and Jerry open the show covering Team USA's WBC victory and St. John's Big East title before Boomer recounts a miserable flight fueled by canned wine. They pivot to the Jets' trade for Geno Smith and the Knicks' comeback win over the Warriors, while C-Lo highlights Aaron Judge's tournament praise and Tommy Lugauer's heated clash with a caller. The discussion continues with the Knicks' playoff outlook, the NBA's season length, and Rick Pitino's reaction to St. John's NCAA seeding. Finally, the guys react to Craig Carton calling Boomer a “compiler,” break down Daniel Jones' big contract, and close with the latest on Gio's airport ordeal.

With Gio stuck in Florida, Boomer and Jerry open the show by breaking down Team USA's World Baseball Classic victory over the Dominican Republic and St. John's Big East title win over UConn. C-Lo joins for his first update featuring Roman Anthony's home run, Aaron Judge's high praise for the WBC atmosphere, and Friday's NCAA tournament slate for the local teams. Finally, Boomer recounts a rough flight home in a middle seat fueled by questionable canned wine.

Boomer and Jerry discuss the Jets' trade for Geno Smith, acknowledging Frank Reich's upcoming plan and the possibility of adding Carson Wentz. C-Lo's update features Aaron Judge's defensive highlights and a heated exchange between Tommy Lugauer and an annoyed caller. After covering the Knicks' comeback victory over the Warriors, the show features a frustrated Minnesota weatherman who reminds Jerry of Al Dukes, Gio's travel woes in Florida and Boomer's late-night return home.

A look at the Knicks' playoff outlook and their favorable schedule to catch Detroit, followed by a discussion on why the NBA won't shorten its season. C-Lo has sounds from Team USA's WBC win over the Dominican Republic, featuring Aaron Judge's praise for the tournament atmosphere, plus, Rick Pitino's post-Big East title comments. Also, an ESPN shoutout to Eddie Scozzare. The hour concludes with Gio's update from his nine-hour airport ordeal and a caller's theory that the NCAA is intentionally slighting St. John's due to Rick Pitino.

Craig Carton called Boomer a “compiler” for his record-breaking WFAN tenure, leading to a discussion on their respective histories at the station. C-Lo's final update includes a caller's tribute to Matthew Schaefer, Team USA's win and Tommy Lugauer's heated debate over Aaron Judge's comments on the WBC. Plus, Carlos Mendoza's thoughts on Francisco Lindor, the Knicks' comeback victory against the Warriors, Jim Irsay's memorabilia auction and Daniel Jones' massive contract. Also, a “Moment of the Day” featuring an alligator and canned wine, a final check-on Gio's travel status, and Jerry's story about geese fighting on the golf course.

The Knicks beat the Warriors, who were without any of their good players, but had to come back down 21 to win. We talked about all the money Jim Irsay's family made by auctioning off a lot of his music memorabilia. Daniel Jones got a huge payday last week when Boomer was off. The Moment of The Day: An alligator attitude with a gun & a can of wine.

Craig Carton called Boomer surpassing Imus for most shows by a host in the morning at WFAN, a ‘compiler'. We talked about Boomer's 18-19 years here and Carton's 3 different shows on the station.

C-Lo with the sounds of Team USA beating the Dominican Republic and Aaron Judge who talked about the atmosphere being bigger and better than the World Series. We heard from Rick Pitino after winning the Big East. Eddie Scozzare got a mention on an ESPN college hoops broadcast.

We talked about the NBA regular season being too long, but they won't cut games because they're pulling in too much cash.

C-Lo starts with the sounds of Team USA beating the Dominican Republic. Tommy Lugauer annoyed the listeners by taking a shot at Judge, so a caller yelled at him and he yelled back. The Knicks came back to beat a bad Warriors team at the Garden.

Boomer's thoughts on the Jets bringing in Geno Smith and what they can do with the veteran QB. We also took a St. John's call.

C-Lo is here with the sounds of Team USA's win as Roman Anthony homered. Aaron Judge talked about the atmosphere being bigger and better than the World Series. All the locals play Friday in the NCAA tournament. Boomer had to sit in the middle seat on his flight home and he drank canned wine. Sad.