Podcast appearances and mentions of Craig Carton

The Mets are reeling while Juan Soto is heating up, and Gregg Giannotti wonders if Soto truly cares about his team's performance as long as he is putting up his usual All-Star numbers. Plus, Craig Carton rips the Mets for officially becoming irrelevant in 2026, while Evan Roberts declares that Carlos Mendoza should have been fired on two separate occasions this past week.

Boomer & Gio discuss the Knicks' path to immortality. Plus, Boomer & Gio on Mitchell Robinson's injury and question why the Knicks are regarded as underdogs (13:13); Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash on the Knicks fever reaching new heights and spilling over into politics (22:49); Evan & Tiki also react to Reggie Miller giving the Knicks respect (48:20); Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle chat with Kurt Thomas on all things Knicks (1:05:44).

Jaxson Dart reportedly spoke at a Giants team meeting to address the drama that stemmed from Abdul Carter's social media post criticizing Dart introducing Donald Trump. Boomer and Gio react to the report, and whether this can be something that actually brings the team closer together. Evan and Tiki debate who would have leaked the report about the team meeting, and Craig Carton rips how the story as a whole has been covered by media and received by fans.

The Mets are reeling while Juan Soto is heating up, and Gregg Giannotti wonders if Soto truly cares about his team's performance as long as he is putting up his usual All-Star numbers. Plus, Craig Carton rips the Mets for officially becoming irrelevant in 2026, while Evan Roberts declares that Carlos Mendoza should have been fired on two separate occasions this past week.

Boomer & Gio discuss the Knicks' path to immortality. Plus, Boomer & Gio on Mitchell Robinson's injury and question why the Knicks are regarded as underdogs (13:13); Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash on the Knicks fever reaching new heights and spilling over into politics (22:49); Evan & Tiki also react to Reggie Miller giving the Knicks respect (48:20); Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle chat with Kurt Thomas on all things Knicks (1:05:44).

Jaxson Dart reportedly spoke at a Giants team meeting to address the drama that stemmed from Abdul Carter's social media post criticizing Dart introducing Donald Trump. Boomer and Gio react to the report, and whether this can be something that actually brings the team closer together. Evan and Tiki debate who would have leaked the report about the team meeting, and Craig Carton rips how the story as a whole has been covered by media and received by fans.

Craig Carton, Sports radio and television personality, joins Sid to predict that our New York Knicks will win this year's NBA Finals after reaching the Finals for the first time since 1999. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid relishes in the opportunity to make fun of the clearly stupid Governor of New York State, Kathy Hochul, who tried to dunk on President Trump over his New York Knicks fandom — but ended up throwing up a brick instead in falsely claiming the Knicks last won a championship as recently as 1993. In other news of the day, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a new "block by block" initiative to tackle the city's affordable housing crisis while screwing over the city's landlords, President Trump convened the 12th Cabinet meeting of his second administration yesterday - covering topics ranging from the Iran war to his renovation efforts in D.C., and President Trump indicated yesterday that he plans to attend this year's NBA finals after the Knicks clinched their place in the championship series earlier this week. Bruce Blakeman, Craig Carton, Gregg Jarrett, Lee Zeldin, Scott LoBaido & Stella Escobedo join Sid on this Friday-eve installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber wonder if this is the season of destiny for the Knicks as they go up 2-0 on the Cavs in the Eastern Conference Finals. Plus, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle declare the Knicks unbeatable; Boomer & Gio celebrate the Knicks taking a 2-0 lead live at D'Jais in Belmar and why Boomer says this is the best Knicks team since 1999; Carton calls out all the Knicks and Jalen Brunson doubters, and Evan revives the Brunson vs. Aaron Judge King of NYC debate.

Is there any hope for the Mets to make a run towards a playoff spot? Boomer and Gio debated the likelihood, while Evan Roberts explained his doubts that the team is good enough to revive the season. Plus, reaction to Clay Holmes' injury and how the team can withstand it, and Craig Carton went scorched earth on the organization for giving Gary Carter's number to Nick Morabito before changing course.

Is there any hope for the Mets to make a run towards a playoff spot? Boomer and Gio debated the likelihood, while Evan Roberts explained his doubts that the team is good enough to revive the season. Plus, reaction to Clay Holmes' injury and how the team can withstand it, and Craig Carton went scorched earth on the organization for giving Gary Carter's number to Nick Morabito before changing course.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber wonder if this is the season of destiny for the Knicks as they go up 2-0 on the Cavs in the Eastern Conference Finals. Plus, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle declare the Knicks unbeatable; Boomer & Gio celebrate the Knicks taking a 2-0 lead live at D'Jais in Belmar and why Boomer says this is the best Knicks team since 1999; Carton calls out all the Knicks and Jalen Brunson doubters, and Evan revives the Brunson vs. Aaron Judge King of NYC debate.

Sports Radio Personality Craig Carton joins Sid to discuss the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, before he expands on all the other top sports headlines in the news today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid introduces a new musical number by Country Yossi, who this time around produces a jame imploring Sid to run for Mayor of NYC in 2029. In other news of the day, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani fired back at Jeff Bezos after the Amazon founder and executive chairman questioned whether raising taxes on billionaires would do anything to help working-class New Yorkers, President Trump displayed his supremacy over the Republican party when voters in northern Kentucky rejected congressman Thomas Massie in favor of the US president's hand-picked challenger, and Iran's government is reviewing the latest proposal from the U.S. for a potential deal to end the nearly three-month war that has sent global fuel prices soaring. Bill O'Reilly, Craig Carton, Rich Lowry, Victoria Coates & Victoria Kapish join Sid on this Friday-eve installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Greatest Flopper of All-Time is...LeBron James, with SGA being a close second! Jalen Brunson is the real NBA MVP! Why the Thunder winning last night set up the Knicks to win the NBA Finals! How Shedeur Sanders embarrassed himself this morning. Philly might be the best NFL city, but it's clearly the WORST NBA city! How stupid are the Indiana Fever for benching Caitlin Clark for "load management"! All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports Radio Personality Craig Carton joins Sid to discuss the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, before he expands on all the other top sports headlines in the news today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by continuing the Caleb Lomu discussion. Beetle is encouraged to buy a Lomu jersey as the guys take calls on everything spoken about on the show.(8:18) The Red Sox bats explode in the 9th as the Red Sox pick up their 2nd straight win against the Royals (7-1). Beetle reads from a 1999 edition of “Baseball Digest” and revisits the preliminary discussions of using video replay in baseball.(19:30) Sean Grande comments on the Celtics and their early playoff exit. (25:15) Craig Carton goes in on Kendrick Perkins for his harsh take against Jaylen Brown.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Knicks went from embarrassment to greatest comeback ever! Jalen Brunson became Michael Jordan for a 12-minute span, and James Harden became a traffic cone! Series over. Kenny Atkinson deserves to lose his job! And good riddance Jason Kidd! All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig Carton and Big Mac analyze the New York Knicks' incredible 22-point comeback and discuss Jalen Brunson's surging legacy. They also rip into the New York Mets for the Gary Carter jersey blunder and react to Aaron Rodgers' retirement news. Additionally, they debate movie sequels and the conflict of rooting for family versus a favorite team. 01:20 - Knicks Comeback and Mets Grand Slam 05:08 - Mets Disrespect Gary Carter's Legacy 13:53 - Aaron Rodgers Announces Final Season 17:35 - Leon Rose's Impact on the Knicks 21:58 - Tom Thibodeau's Legacy and Success 29:15 - Big Mac's Custom Board Game Business 34:30 - Watching Knicks with a Bat Infestation 38:59 - Debating the Greatest Movie Sequels 51:30 - Rooting for Family vs. Favorite Team

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle celebrate Boomer Esiason's induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame while reflecting on their history together. They also break down Jalen Brunson's historic performance in the Knicks' comeback win and discuss the impact of ALS following a moving call from a listener. 01:20 - Zach Thornton's Mets Debut 04:40 - Aaron Rodgers Retirement Tour 08:08 - Ayahuasca and Sports Discussion 13:40 - WFAN History and Grievances 18:52 - Tommy's ALS Diagnosis Call 25:38 - Knicks' Historic Comeback Win 32:24 - Roasting Station Employee Attire 36:30 - Boomer's Hall of Fame Honor 45:01 - Afternoon Sports Roundup

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle spiral into an all-time movie debate on The Carton Show after talking Knicks, bats flying around houses during playoff games, and kids bringing Yankees hats to school. Craig unloads on legendary sequels like Ghostbusters 2, Jaws 2, Ace Ventura 2, Back to the Future 2, and even Die Hard With a Vengeance while the rest of the studio calls his movie opinions completely insane.

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to one of the strangest Mets controversies in years after the team accidentally gave away Gary Carter's iconic No. 8 jersey.

After the Knicks' unbelievable playoff comeback at Madison Square Garden, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle go completely off the rails in this hilarious Carton Show segment.

The Knicks pulled off another unbelievable playoff comeback at Madison Square Garden, and Craig Carton is ready to give Mike Brown ALL the credit. Craig and Chris McMonigle debate Brown's coaching adjustments, Landry Shamet's huge impact, Tom Thibodeau comparisons, and whether the Knicks are officially headed to the NBA Finals. Plus: Craig stirs the pot ranking the best coaches and executives in New York sports right now.

An all-time great game, and a legacy game for Wemby, but that 3 was a stupid shot to take! Kendrick Perkins is a coward for how he went after Jaylen Brown. Shams did nothing wrong; that's what he gets paid to do! Another thing New York City does better than Philadelphia. And why the Knicks will steamroll the Cavs! All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when one of the biggest voices in sports radio loses everything?In this powerful episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with legendary broadcaster Craig Carton for one of the most honest and personal conversations of his career. From dominating New York sports radio on WFAN to serving time in federal prison, Craig opens up about the rise, the collapse, the addiction that nearly destroyed him, and the long road back toward healing, accountability, and purpose.This isn't a surface-level interview about headlines or tabloid moments. This is a raw conversation about ego, trauma, gambling addiction, fatherhood, fame, and what happens when your entire identity gets ripped away from you. Craig speaks openly about the unresolved childhood trauma he carried for decades, how gambling became both an escape and an obsession, and why getting caught may have ultimately saved his life.Luis guides the conversation in a way that lets listeners hear the human being behind the radio persona. You'll hear Craig discuss the pressure of becoming famous, chasing bigger opportunities, and feeding an ego that was spiraling out of control while publicly appearing successful. He also reflects on the darkest moments of his life, including the morning FBI agents arrested him and the emotional reality of entering federal prison for the first time.One of the strongest themes throughout this episode is redemption. Craig doesn't dodge responsibility or try to rewrite history. He owns every mistake while also sharing how recovery, therapy, family, and spirituality helped him reconnect with the person he believes he always was before addiction took over. His honesty about compulsive gambling and self-destruction makes this one of the most vulnerable episodes the podcast has featured to date.The conversation also dives into Craig's time in prison and how it completely changed the way he judges people. Some of the men he met behind bars became people he deeply respected, forcing him to rethink the labels society puts on individuals based only on their worst decisions. There's also humor mixed throughout the episode, from stories about gambling on ridiculous overseas events to prison food lines and Craig's hilarious “no waiting in line for food” rule after incarceration.Listeners will also hear Craig talk about:His battle with gambling addiction and compulsive behaviorWhy fame became another addictionThe emotional impact prison had on his familyMissing important milestones in his children's livesRecovery, accountability, and rebuilding trustHis return to sports radio and life after prisonLessons learned from therapy and unresolved traumaHow friendship and support helped save his lifeWhy second chances matterThe chemistry between Luis and Craig gives this episode a natural flow that feels more like two people having a real conversation than a traditional interview. There are moments that are emotional, moments that are reflective, and moments that are genuinely funny. That balance makes the episode relatable whether you're a sports fan, entrepreneur, creative, recovering addict, or someone simply trying to figure life out after making mistakes.For fans of long-form podcast conversations, sports media, mental health discussions, addiction recovery stories, and personal growth interviews, this episode delivers a rare level of honesty that's hard to fake. Craig Carton shows listeners that redemption is not about pretending the past never happened. It's about learning from it, owning it, and finding a way to move forward without hiding from the truth.If this episode connected with you, make sure to subscribe to I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube for more conversations with entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, creators, and personalities who share the real stories behind their success, failures, and life experiences.

A viral moment at the Mariners game has Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle absolutely DYING on the Carton Show

Craig Carton and Big Mac discuss the Yankees' critical win over Toronto and Anthony Volpe's improved plate discipline. They pivot to a detailed preview of the Knicks-Cavaliers series, with Craig predicting a dominant New York victory. The conversation also covers the Mets' recent surge and Craig's chaotic travel experience returning from Iowa. 01:03 - MLB Recap and Highlights 06:04 - Yankees Defeat Blue Jays 12:30 - Knicks vs Cavaliers Preview 17:42 - NBA Playoff Coaching Analysis 24:08 - Garden Baseball Scorekeeping Debate

Craig Carton is DONE with scared Knicks fans ahead of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. On this episode of the Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate whether Knicks fans should actually fear the Cavaliers, argue over Jarrett Allen being “soft,” and clash over whether Mike Brown has already surpassed Tom Thibodeau.

Craig Carton surprises Chris McMonigle's sons with exclusive New York Yankees x Looney Tunes hats from Fanatics & New Era… but there's a catch. Before they can take the hats home, the boys have to answer Yankees trivia LIVE on WFAN! From Ben Rice and Anthony Volpe questions to “Uncle Craig” moments and hilarious Knicks/Evan Roberts banter, this turned into one of the funniest and most wholesome Carton Show segments yet.

Did Chris McMonigle invent the baseball phrase “five and fly” or is Craig Carton right that Michael Kay STOLE it from the Carton Show? Craig & Big Mac spiral into an all-time WFAN debate after Michael Kay uses the phrase “five and fly” during a Yankees broadcast, leading to accusations, conspiracy theories, listener calls, Knicks ticket drama, Evan Roberts getting roasted, and complete sports radio chaos.

Craig Carton and Big Mac discuss the Knicks' upcoming series against the Cavaliers, with Craig confidently predicting a sweep. They also react to news of Rashee Rice serving jail time for a probation violation while debating the consistency of NFL disciplinary measures. Craig shares personal insights on the legal system to provide context for the challenges of probation. 01:19 - New York Baseball Update 05:57 - Yankees and Volpe Performance 14:00 - Handicapping Knicks-Cavs Series 19:45 - Debating Knicks Dominance 24:10 - MSG Game Day Rules 27:42 - Rashee Rice Probation Violation 34:15 - NFL Discipline Debate 44:01 - Final Playoff Series Breakdown

Tyrone defends himself against Dave Portnoy saying he should have his tongue cut out! Hey Dave, it was just a sports take! You might hate the Knicks, but the Cavs CAN'T win this series! We have a new American Hero, and he's restoring Pizza Hut to its former glory! Does the return of Conor McGregor mean MMA is dead? Shame on Shams. All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boomer & Gio are encouraged by the positive momentum the Mets are carrying into the Subway Series. Plus, the excitement following AJ Ewing's debut (13:00); Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash on the youth spark the Mets have gotten (23:21); Why Evan is still unsure if he can trust the Mets (40:46); Craig Carton on whether or not the Mets have reached irrelevance (5:28)

Boomer & Gio are encouraged by the positive momentum the Mets are carrying into the Subway Series. Plus, the excitement following AJ Ewing's debut (13:00); Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash on the youth spark the Mets have gotten (23:21); Why Evan is still unsure if he can trust the Mets (40:46); Craig Carton on whether or not the Mets have reached irrelevance (5:28)

It is a busy time on the sports calendar. Is Caitlin Clark still box office? Craig has another example for why Lebron James is a crybaby, and talks about the untimely passing of Jason Collins. Plus, the Sixers fire Daryl Morey, Joe Burrow has too much power, and an important anniversary in sports history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boomer & Gio are encouraged by the positive momentum the Mets are carrying into the Subway Series. Plus, the excitement following AJ Ewing's debut (13:00); Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash on the youth spark the Mets have gotten (23:21); Why Evan is still unsure if he can trust the Mets (40:46); Craig Carton on whether or not the Mets have reached irrelevance (5:28)

Tyrone breaks down all the fan bases that have no chance of having a parade in February! Why are Sixers fans so bitter? Why Game 6 of the NBA Finals will cause the ultimate mayhem in NYC! "All Too Well" is a bad Taylor Swift song and Steve Kerr should know better! Lisa Leslie deserves a statue, but NOT next to Shaq & Kobe! And Tyrone's list of the GOAT of every sport. All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig Carton asks Chris McMonigle if he would trade Jaxson Dart for... just about every other interesting young quarterback in the NFL. And even some solid veterans. Just how good is the Giants' young star? Are fans in too deep with regard to overrating him?

Craig taps out before the end of the 1st segment but makes a triumphant return! How many kids is too many kids? The NFL Schedule release is pointless! Who asked for all of these international NFL games, and is Joe Burrow good enough to demand having one? Has legal sports betting been good or bad for the NFL/NBA/MLB? All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig Carton walked into the studio to talk about all the condiments in his office. He also talked about C-Mac taking a 2-week Disney cruise.

The NY Post reports on a cop targeting an Asian spa for manual stimulation, prompting Gio to read the establishment's Yelp reviews. Craig Carton visits to discuss his office condiments and C-Mac's Disney cruise, before Jerry updates us on another Yankees loss and the Cavaliers evening their series. Finally, "Soy Boy" is named the Moment of the Day, and Gio wraps up with the social media ads targeting him for cortisol-lowering gummies.

The Cavaliers even their series with the Pistons as Knicks confidence grows, while Al and Jerry clash over Dianna Russini's holiday photos. The Yankees suffer their fourth straight loss to the Orioles despite a near no-hitter, followed by a visit from Craig Carton to discuss office condiments and C-Mac's cruise. We finish the basketball coverage with a look at Jalen Brunson's leadership and a billion-dollar scandal involving the Bucks owner.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are holding everyone accountable for their Knicks Sixers predictions after New York finished off the sweep. Craig Carton gets his flowers for calling it exactly right, while the rest of the station takes the hit for expecting a tougher series than the Knicks actually delivered. The guys also look ahead to when the Knicks might learn their next opponent, debate whether Joel Embiid has any logical landing spot if Philadelphia moves on, and take a Mets call that turns into a much bigger conversation about Juan Soto's struggles. Evan explains why Soto deserves criticism, especially with the Mets fading into irrelevance and their lineup offering him little support.

The Yankees keep rolling and it's making Evan Roberts sick. Plus, Chris McMonigle and Craig Carton compare this start to the 1998 Yankees (24:30); Evan, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash on the Spencer Jones call-up and Jasson Dominguez injury (33:53); Gregg Giannotti says this is the perfect situation for Jones (50:24); Alex Rodriguez joins Craig Carton and C-Mac to talk John Sterling, Yankees, and more (58:15); Evan, Tiki, and Shaun reflect on the Sterling tribute and bigger picture for the Yanks (1:23:04).

The Yankees keep rolling and it's making Evan Roberts sick. Plus, Chris McMonigle and Craig Carton compare this start to the 1998 Yankees (24:30); Evan, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash on the Spencer Jones call-up and Jasson Dominguez injury (33:53); Gregg Giannotti says this is the perfect situation for Jones (50:24); Alex Rodriguez joins Craig Carton and C-Mac to talk John Sterling, Yankees, and more (58:15); Evan, Tiki, and Shaun reflect on the Sterling tribute and bigger picture for the Yanks (1:23:04).

As the Knicks and Sixers battle through their second-round series, our hosts battle against the city of Philadelphia. Tiki Barber ripped Joel Embiid for his postgame comments, and he got heat from hosts in the City of Brotherly Love. Craig Carton also went off on the Sixers star, and Craig and C-Mac welcomed John Starks to talk about this Knicks team and their potential to win a championship.

The Mets have won consecutive series, but entered Friday tied for the worst record in baseball. Could this team really be in a "competitive rebuild" with a $386 million payroll? Boomer and Gio sound off on the terminology used by team brass, while Craig Carton hated the vocabulary used by Gary Cohen to describe Carson Benge's sparkling catch. Plus, Evan Roberts sounds off on the New York Post report about the meeting between Stearns and Pete Alonso.

The Mets have won consecutive series, but entered Friday tied for the worst record in baseball. Could this team really be in a "competitive rebuild" with a $386 million payroll? Boomer and Gio sound off on the terminology used by team brass, while Craig Carton hated the vocabulary used by Gary Cohen to describe Carson Benge's sparkling catch. Plus, Evan Roberts sounds off on the New York Post report about the meeting between Stearns and Pete Alonso.

As the Knicks and Sixers battle through their second-round series, our hosts battle against the city of Philadelphia. Tiki Barber ripped Joel Embiid for his postgame comments, and he got heat from hosts in the City of Brotherly Love. Craig Carton also went off on the Sixers star, and Craig and C-Mac welcomed John Starks to talk about this Knicks team and their potential to win a championship.