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Gregg Giannotti has had enough of the Aaron Boone criticism when it is never followed by any kind of praise. He says Boone's critics who also rip the Yankees' use of analytics need to be consistent in their arguments. Plus, Evan Roberts says vintage Gerrit Cole has returned, and the rest of the American League should be scared. Chris McMonigle calls for Brian Cashman to stack the deck with pitching if there isn't a significant bat available at the trade deadline, and Boomer and Gio wonder why Boone doesn't have better odds to win Manager of the Year.
Tiki Barber is already putting Geno Smith on notice, declaring that Cade Klubnik should get the QB1 if he outplays the veteran in training camp and the preseason. Plus, Evan and Tiki can already see the Jets' use of AI going hilariously wrong. Boomer and Gio wonder if Aaron Glenn's job is tied to how Geno performs this season, and The Carton Show reacts to Plaxico Burress comparing playing for the Jets to being in prison.
Gregg Giannotti has had enough of the Aaron Boone criticism when it is never followed by any kind of praise. He says Boone's critics who also rip the Yankees' use of analytics need to be consistent in their arguments. Plus, Evan Roberts says vintage Gerrit Cole has returned, and the rest of the American League should be scared. Chris McMonigle calls for Brian Cashman to stack the deck with pitching if there isn't a significant bat available at the trade deadline, and Boomer and Gio wonder why Boone doesn't have better odds to win Manager of the Year.
Tiki Barber is already putting Geno Smith on notice, declaring that Cade Klubnik should get the QB1 if he outplays the veteran in training camp and the preseason. Plus, Evan and Tiki can already see the Jets' use of AI going hilariously wrong. Boomer and Gio wonder if Aaron Glenn's job is tied to how Geno performs this season, and The Carton Show reacts to Plaxico Burress comparing playing for the Jets to being in prison.
Gregg Giannotti has had enough of the Aaron Boone criticism when it is never followed by any kind of praise. He says Boone's critics who also rip the Yankees' use of analytics need to be consistent in their arguments. Plus, Evan Roberts says vintage Gerrit Cole has returned, and the rest of the American League should be scared. Chris McMonigle calls for Brian Cashman to stack the deck with pitching if there isn't a significant bat available at the trade deadline, and Boomer and Gio wonder why Boone doesn't have better odds to win Manager of the Year.
Tiki Barber is already putting Geno Smith on notice, declaring that Cade Klubnik should get the QB1 if he outplays the veteran in training camp and the preseason. Plus, Evan and Tiki can already see the Jets' use of AI going hilariously wrong. Boomer and Gio wonder if Aaron Glenn's job is tied to how Geno performs this season, and The Carton Show reacts to Plaxico Burress comparing playing for the Jets to being in prison.
Jesse and Gio kick off their Day 2 recap with voices that are almost gone after the MojoBreak x SCN party the night before, doing karaoke. Plus, Gio is joined by Doug Plagens of Nonsense on Ice on the SCN Media Network for a sit-down interview with Upper Deck President Jason Masherah to discuss Upper Deck's deal with Michael Jordan, the incredible run of rookies in the NHL, the Debut Patch project, and more. Follow Doug Plagens on Instagram: @DougPlagens Follow Sports Cards Nonsense: https://www.tiktok.com/@sportscardsnonsense https://www.instagram.com/sports_cards_nonsense/ https://x.com/SCN_Pod https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportscardsnonsense https://collectibleslife.beehiiv.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've got C-Lo's first update that starts with Jazz Chisholm getting in a rundown. He also left with cramps. The Mets beat the Marlins and we talked about Nolan McLean's mustache, which we don't seem to like. The Mets traded AJ Minter to the Twins. Rob Saleh was asked if he talked about beating the Jets to Fireman Ed. Gio wonders why everyone thinks he's going to be a good coach with the Titans.
James Dolan was on a conference call for his Sphere company and started talking Knicks for some reason. Also, a flashback to an awkward John Sterling moment. Plus, Moment of the Day featuring Gio's one-day mustache.
We start with Jerry's 2 a.m. alarm songs, followed by what happens with unpaid parking tickets and callers who were actually arrested for them. C-Lo returns with updates on Baker Mayfield feeling disrespected by the Bucs, Jeremy Shockey telling Shannon Sharpe about getting a vasectomy as an NFL rookie, and Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald calling Hard Knocks a gift from the football gods. Finally, the Moment of the Day remembers Gio's bad mustache, and the week wraps with Gio talking about playing bass with Jimmy & The Parrots over the weekend.
Gio breaks down his household TV habits—including secretly finishing Netflix's Toxic Love Story—before Jerry recalls Macho Man Slim Jim ads, Gio skips summer hot dogs, and compares wives to cadaver dogs. C-Lo returns with updates from Jets' Minkah Fitzpatrick, Aaron Glenn on Frank Reich, Malik Nabers, Vic Fangio pleading the fifth, Nick Sirianni hyping the Eagles, and Evan Roberts calling camera speeding tickets cheating. Finally, the hour wraps on an X scam using fake podcast votes to steal accounts and sell crypto.
The Jets are running a terrible backup plan behind Geno Smith, relying on fourth-round rookie Cade Klubnik, Bailey Zappe, and Brady Cook. C-Lo returns with updates on Cruz walking in the White Sox win in eleven, a pissed-off Aaron Boone, and Luis Robert Jr lifting the Mets past the Marlins. Plus, Mookie Wilson admits on the Carton show he didn't want to be up in big spots, and Gio claims Rami's day off to see Mumford & Sons was a total weather bust.
Boomer is out, so Gio and Jerry kick off with the MLB trade deadline and how a Dodgers move for Tarik Skubal could spark a lockout. C-Lo steps in with updates on Jazz Chisholm's rundown and cramps, plus Jasson Dominguez oversliding a triple. Next up, the Mets beat the Marlins, the guys reject Nolan McLean's mustache, and AJ Minter gets traded to the Twins. Finally, Rob Saleh is asked about Fireman Ed, Gio questions the Titans' coach, and fishy police secrecy surrounds the Kyle Shanahan accident.
With Boomer out, Gio and Jerry kick off with MLB trade deadline fallout and fishy secrecy around Kyle Shanahan's accident before slamming the Jets' terrible QB backup plan. The guys dive into household TV habits, Macho Man nostalgia, Jerry's 2 a.m. alarm songs, and callers getting arrested for unpaid parking tickets. Packed with C-Lo updates spanning baseball highlights, an X crypto scam, and wild NFL soundbites from Baker Mayfield and Jeremy Shockey, the show wraps with a look back at Gio's bad mustache and his weekend playing bass with Jimmy & The Parrots.
A portion of this morning was spent discussing the "dirty soda" phenomenon, a call about a wife not thanking a husband for actually doing something, and Gio remarking about the ability of wives to notice changes in the home.
Gio is joined by Dalen from Junk Wax Vintage and Doug from MojoBreak as we look back at the first day of The National. Gio opens with some initial thoughts from the first day, including the incredible lines to get in. Plus, we touch on the PSA news from The National and more! Follow Sports Cards Nonsense: https://www.tiktok.com/@sportscardsnonsense https://www.instagram.com/sports_cards_nonsense/ https://x.com/SCN_Pod https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportscardsnonsense https://collectibleslife.beehiiv.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gio breaks down legal opinions on Tony Romo's OWI situation—specifically his lie to police about visiting deceased grandparents, though lawyers doubt he'll be found guilty. Next, C-Lo returns with updates on the Yankees' 12-inning loss to the White Sox, highlighting Ali Sanchez's game-losing 11th-inning pickoff attempt, Cam Schlittler being pulled in the seventh despite pitching well, and Aaron Boone shutting down further Giancarlo Stanton questions. Then, Jerry dismisses Don Mattingly's frustration over Bryce Harper's trade deadline comments as making something out of nothing. Finally, the hour wraps up with quick hits on terrible alternate Bills uniforms, armpit sweat stains, and Jerry feeling fat in photos.
With Boomer out, Gio & Jerry open with fan outrage over Aaron Boone pulling Cam Schlittler, though Gio insists calling to fire Boone is lazy if analytics are really to blame. C-Lo drops in for his first update featuring Positive Tommy defending Boone, audio of Ali Sanchez's disastrous 11th-inning pickoff throw that handed the White Sox a win, Boone's demand to "play catch better," and a Spencer Jones three-run homer. Rounding out the hour, Aaron Glenn drops the hype speeches to focus on improving without being a "butt-hole," Jaxson Dart reacts to getting Malik Nabers back, and Niko runs the board for the first time with Boomer and Rami away.
With Boomer and Rami out, Gio and Jerry hold down the show starting with the Yankees' brutal extra-innings loss, Aaron Boone pulling Cam Schlittler, and Ali Sanchez's game-ending pickoff blunder. C-Lo drops in throughout the morning to cover legal reactions to Tony Romo's OWI lie, NFL soundbites from Aaron Glenn and Josh Allen, and WNBA media drama. Topping it off, the guys dive into Gio's "Bababooey" Ann Liguori saga, golf ball mishaps, movie disguises like Soul Man, terrible Bills jerseys, and Rami taking the day off for a Cape Cod concert.
We open with Gio's "Bababooey" Ann Liguori story, sparking calls about the ethics of laughing at golf ball hits, a caller who claims Ann didn't tip him as a caddie, and personal stories of golf ball mishaps. C-Lo returns for an update—first replaying the "Bababooey" call to Ann, followed by audio of Morash arguing with a caller over an 0-2 Giants squad facing the Titans in Week 3, classic audio of C-Lo going off-script, and Carson Benge's go-ahead RBI in game one of the doubleheader. Finally, the hour wraps up with a look at how WNBA media coverage rarely focuses on the actual games, highlighting a Seattle Storm co-owner confronting teen girls holding a sign supporting Sophie Cunningham's stance against trans men in women's sports.
Yanks fans were furious for him taking Cam Schlittler out yesterday when he was pitching well. Gio said you can't blame Aaron Boone if you also blame analytics.
An under-the-weather Boomer heads to Chicago with Phil Simms for a signing trip despite potential bad weather, a caller notes the lack of photos of Juan Soto's girlfriend, and we learn CBS Sports' Stephen Waldron kept his vacation plans secret. Jerry returns with 'Rami's greatest hits' from his podcast interview, followed by audio from Geno Smith and Breece Hall at Jets camp, Ben Johnson on Caleb Williams' progress, and Dave Sims calling the final out in a Yankees win over the White Sox. Finally, Gio warns that fans will turn on Justin Herbert without a deep playoff run, Boomer credits Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson with doing the most to win, and Gio advises Matthew Schaefer to get his own place as a record contract looms.
We open with Draymond Green's new Warriors deal, navigate the challenges of dining out with a vegan for Gio's mother-in-law's birthday, and react to station staffer Ray Martel swapping his 12 daily Diet Cokes for Dollar Store Diet Summit Cola. Jerry returns with updates on a football-focused Geno Smith, Aaron Rodgers declaring his final season after getting approval from his wife, Dave Sims calling a Yankees win over the White Sox, and Draymond Green's shock over Jalen Brunson taking a discount with the Knicks. Finally, Rami's day off to see Mumford & Sons earns Moment of the Day before we wrap with news that the Gotham sports app will shut down after the MLB season to shift all streaming to DAZN.
Gio gets anxiety over Al Cintron's overnight dead air on WFAN before we revisit Rami taking more time off just two months into the job. Jerry returns with updates on Geno Smith at Jets camp, Jerry Jones on Maxx Crosby, and Jim Harbaugh's life priorities. We then hear sound from the Yankees beating the White Sox behind Max Schuemann's two-run double and Gerrit Cole's six shutout innings, alongside Draymond Green's take on LeBron and the Sixers. Finally, Kyle Shanahan admits fault for his car crash, video from Tony Romo's OWI leaves Gio stunned by his living grandparents, and we ask whether Aaron Rodgers' wife actually exists.
A sick Boomer powers through to discuss summer illnesses, Geno Smith, Darren Mougey, Giants optimism, Aaron Rodgers' 2026 retirement plan, a Yankees win, and Rami's concert trip. Gio then reacts to overnight WFAN dead air, Rami taking more time off, Jim Harbaugh's priorities, Gerrit Cole's shutout, Kyle Shanahan's crash, Tony Romo's OWI video, and Rodgers' mystery wife. Next, Boomer prepares for a Chicago signing trip with Phil Simms before we touch on Caleb Williams, Justin Herbert's playoff pressure, and Matthew Schaefer's record contract. Finally, we break down Draymond Green's Warriors deal and his shock over Jalen Brunson's discount, dining with vegans, Ray Martel's budget soda switch, and the Gotham sports app moving to DAZN.
Jerry has audio from a show Gio referenced from 2018 while on location where Gio went out drinking with friends the night before and wasn't feeling well. The Mets beat the Braves as Lindor homered twice. We also heard from Andy Reid on the shooting of Eric Bieniemy's wife.
We kick off with Vita Vea requesting a trade from the Bucs, Boomer pondering why people always ask about pro athletes showering, and Boomer recounting getting hog-tied naked in an elevator during a Maryland hazing incident. Jerry's final update starts with a look back at 1988 Starting Lineup figures, followed by Dave Sims calling a Jazz Chisholm bunt in the Yankees' win over the White Sox, Gio admitting he's never met anyone with rabies, and Francisco Lindor driving in six runs as the Mets beat the Braves. Plus, hear the play-by-play of groundskeepers chasing a loose squirrel in Detroit, Plaxico Burress saying playing for the Jets was like being in prison, the Moment of the Day on how the new generation doesn't eat pie, and a final wrap-up on rabies and eating squirrel as a kid.
We kick off with Weill Cornell Medicine paying out $1 billion to victims of Darius Paduch, before turning to Jamal Adams joining the Vikings and exploring who will back up Geno Smith for the Jets. We also touch on Rob Saleh coaching the Titans with Brian Daboll as offensive coordinator, followed by news that Eric Bieniemy's wife was shot by their son. Jerry returns with classic 2018 audio of a hungover Gio on location, before covering the Mets' win over the Braves behind two Francisco Lindor homers and Andy Reid's reaction to the Bieniemy shooting. Finally, Chris Simms details Kyle Shanahan's scary car accident that almost cost him an eye, prompting a call from "one-eyed Scott" in Texas.
Cody Bellinger lands on the IL for 4–6 weeks alongside Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, prompting Gio to back Aaron Boone for Manager of the Year. Jerry kicks off his first update with sounds from the Yankees beating the White Sox, before moving to the Mets' victory over the Braves led by Francisco Lindor's two homers and six RBIs. Plus, hear postgame thoughts from Zac Thornton on his pitching and Juan Soto on his injury, relive play-by-play of the grounds crew chasing a loose squirrel in Detroit, and stick around for the final segment as Gio wonders how we ever killed time before smartphones.
Today's show breaks down Francisco Lindor's monster six-RBI night in a Mets win over the Braves, the Yankees topping the White Sox, Cody Bellinger landing on the IL, and major NFL moves from Vita Vea and Jamal Adams. Plus, Boomer shares a wild college hazing story and decodes a mystery message from Chris Russo, Plaxico Burress compares playing for the Jets to serving time in prison, Jerry digs up classic audio of a hungover Gio, and the crew relives a hilarious squirrel takeover on the field in Detroit.
Cody Bellinger is on the IL, joining Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton -- he will be out 4-6 weeks. Gio thinks Aaron Boone should be a favorite for manager of the year.
The WFO Ignition crew gets together for a debrief after the NHRA Northwest Nationals. F1, NASCAR, and Gio in Miami's SportsCollision are all on tap, plus the sightseeing in the PNW. Troy in Oregon discusses his first win and his time on the mic at the NHRA.
Training Camps are starting across the NFL, and we welcome Joe Bartel from RotoWire to the show to look at the 2026 NFL Draft class as the season is on the verge of starting. Plus, an update on the eBay report from last week and looking ahead to The National. 0:00 - Update on eBay Patch Scammers, including trying to call one of the bad actors 12:00 - Gio responds to Darren Rovell's hot take 17:55 - How Fantasy Football can translate to cards with Joe Bartel 23:20 - How Fantasy Football differs from the card market34:37 - Looking ahead to the 2026 NFL rookie class for fantasy and cards 55:00 - Looking ahead to The National Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kind of aren't. Gio thinks it's going to be a disaster with the Sixers not overtaking the Knicks at all.
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 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.
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.
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.
Sonny and Laura compare their own pasts to figure out how to help Rocco carry his. Jason and Danny are finally home, and it did not take long for things to get complicated. Lulu made a call on Charlotte that could reshape the whole Cassadine custody fight, Portia and Curtis welcomed a son who made General Hospital history, and Nina ran out of patience with Drew in the most dramatic way possible. Also this week: Anna comes back to a missing file and a cover-up close to home, Trina and Gio land a joint record deal while a mystery admirer watches from the shadows, and Maxie and Spinelli say goodbye to Port Charles for Australia. Plus, Port Charles Pipeline, a Reality Check on hearing aids and haircuts, and a preview of Thursday's Valentin retrospective. Find us on Spotify, at GeneralHospitalPodcast.com, or wherever you listen. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. #GeneralHospital #GH #GHRecap #SoapOpera #GeneralHospitalPodcast #JosslynJacks #TracyQuartermaine #EthanLovett #ValentinCassadine #CarlySpencer #RoccoFalconeri #SonnyCorinthos #BrittWestborne #LuluSpencer #DanteFalconeri #NathanWest #CassiusFaison #CesarFaison #JamesWest #AnnaDevane #FeliciaScorpio #ElizabethBaldwin #LucasJones #PortiaRobinson #CurtisAshford #IsaiahGannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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 thinks the Giants have elements of a team that can be special. Jerry sees the Giants as a 10-win team.