Podcast appearances and mentions of Steve Cohen

The Mets have taken a wrecking ball to their core, and Evan Roberts is livid with David Stearns and Steve Cohen, while Sal Licata says the organization deserves the benefit of the doubt after letting Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz go. Joe Benigno says the Wilpons would have kept Alonso, and Boomer Esiason declares this offseason "The Great Met Reset."

The Mets have taken a wrecking ball to their core, and Evan Roberts is livid with David Stearns and Steve Cohen, while Sal Licata says the organization deserves the benefit of the doubt after letting Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz go. Joe Benigno says the Wilpons would have kept Alonso, and Boomer Esiason declares this offseason "The Great Met Reset."

The Mets have taken a wrecking ball to their core, and Evan Roberts is livid with David Stearns and Steve Cohen, while Sal Licata says the organization deserves the benefit of the doubt after letting Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz go. Joe Benigno says the Wilpons would have kept Alonso, and Boomer Esiason declares this offseason "The Great Met Reset."

Baseball Columnist Jon Heyman joins Sid to discuss the recent controversial decisions by the New York Mets' management, including high-profile player trades and free agency signings. They discuss the departure of key players like Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, and Brandon Nimmo, and criticize the Mets' owner Steve Cohen and GM David Stearns for their handling of the off-season. Heyman and Rosenberg ponder the value of homegrown players versus new acquisitions, the metrics-focused strategy of the Mets, and speculate about future trades and signings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On their final show, BT & Sal dive into the hot rumor surrounding the Mets and Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, who is available with only one year of control left. Sal argues the Mets and Yankees must knock down the door for Skubal, but BT fires back, arguing the Mets should absolutely NOT include top pitching prospect Nolan McClain—calling a potential trade "idiotic" given Skubal's short-term control and impending $400M contract. They debate the Tigers' leverage and the risks of waiting to sign Skubal in free agency versus trading top farm pieces now. The hosts also discuss whether Mets owner Steve Cohen will react to the current "state of desperation" among the fanbase and overrule David Stearns' measured plan. The show wraps up with emotional fan calls and appreciation for the "juice" the New York Knicks brought to their time slot.

BT & Sal dive into the emotional anguish of Mets fandom, debating a caller who fears waiting 50 years for another World Series and wants a win while his father is still alive. The hosts tear into GM David Stearns' perceived lack of emotional connection, arguing that running the team "like a business" without caring for the fans is a recipe for failure. The discussion quickly turns fiery, questioning the deep-seated mistrust Mets fans have for Steve Cohen and whether the Metropolitan Park casino project is the real priority over a winning team. Finally, the talk shifts to the Yankees, where Sal slams Brian Cashman for the "stupid qualifying offer" to Trent Grisham, calling it the major mistake that crippled the Yankees' ability to land Cody Bellinger and other key free agents. They debate the Yankees' appetite for a long-term deal with Bellinger, drawing parallels to the costly, ultimately failed pursuit of Juan Soto.

On an emergency episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo break down the facts and emotions surrounding the news that Pete Alonso is no longer with the New York Mets. Connor and Joe look at what happened, why it happened, and what could possibly come next for the Mets as the Polar Bear agrees to a 5-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles.  The guys hope to see a plan come together from David Stearns and Steve Cohen to make the Mets contenders, as right now for the fans, it's one of the “bad times.” Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pete Alonso is out, and Boomer is declaring "the great Met reset!" Gio still has faith in Steve Cohen's World Series promise, arguing the team is tearing down to truly build a winner.

With Alonso gone, fans are venting, but Boomer and Gio are keeping the faith in Steve Cohen's championship blueprint. Gio says if you're surprised, you haven't been paying attention—David Stearns was setting this up all last year! Plus, Jerry's update features crazy ESPN LA clip featuring their reaction to Sal screaming about Edwin Diaz, plus another classic Frank The Tank Mets rant. We'll also hear from Philip Rivers on his return to the Colts, and in the final segment, we discuss what Juan Soto thinks about this massive Mets shakeup.

Boomer declares "The Great Met Reset" after Pete Alonso's departure, but Gio defends Steve Cohen's World Series plan, arguing the moves set the stage for a big future signing like Skubal, and he's "had it with basic sports radio takes" on the situation. We'll hear raw fan emotion, plus why Ron Darling was 'flabbergasted,' and get Joe Benigno's furious reaction blaming Cohen for selling fans "a bill of goods." Jerry has updates on the shocking firing and arrest of Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore in a stunning fall from grace, the mysterious Philip Rivers comeback (is he playing this week, or what?), and the outrageous ESPN L.A. vs. Sal Licata Moment of the Day. Finally, we wrap up with Boomer's list of 'hapless' sports franchises and reaction to the new WFAN lineup.

The Mets offseason is in chaos after the Pete Alonso departure! Boomer is calling it "The Great Met Reset," but Gio is preaching patience, arguing Steve Cohen is tearing it down to build a World Series champion, potentially preparing for a run at Skubal next year! Plus, Jerry delivers his update with Ron Darling "flabbergasted." We'll also dive into the reaction from BT & Sal, hear from Philip Rivers on coming out of retirement, and the shocking Michigan scandal involving fired coach Sherrone Moore's inappropriate relationship and subsequent arrest. Finally, we open the phone lines to hear from Mets fans.

Jerry is back with his final update, starting with Mets legend Keith Hernandez admitting he was "speechless." But the gloves are off for Joe Benigno, who is blaming Steve Cohen and declaring that fans have been "sold a bill of goods!" Plus, the NFL week kicks off tonight as the Falcons take on the Bucs. And finally, relive the epic clash in our Moment of The Day: ESPN L.A. vs. Sal Licata!

Sports Radio Personality Joe Benigno calls in to react to the current dire state of the Mets team and the management decisions made by owner Steve Cohen and David Stearns, following Pete Alonso's move to Baltimore to join the Orioles. Despite expectations from Cohen's wealth, Benigno expresses disappointment, arguing the team is being run like a small market franchise. He recounts various poor trades and signings, such as letting go of key players like Edwin Diaz and signing underperforming ones like Frankie Montas. Benigno draws parallels to past mismanagement and asserts a deep-seated frustration with the direction of the team, going so far as to label Cohen's ownership a fraud. He laments the state of the franchise, comparing it unfavorably to other teams like the Dodgers and Phillies, and expresses a desire for significant changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On their final show, BT & Sal dive into the immediate aftermath of David Stearns trading Pete Alonso, with Sal demanding to know "Why" the Mets weren't willing to meet the five-year, $155 million deal. They debate the theory that Alonso's departure was necessary to clear a path for Juan Soto to become the greatest Met ever, a theory Sal calls "complete nonsense." The discussion heats up over the pressure on David Stearns, as the hosts wonder how long he has until Steve Cohen is forced to act on public backlash if the team doesn't improve quickly, asking if the "blowtorch" approach is too risky. They emphasize that while Alonso was beloved, his departure is necessary to build a "sustained winner," urging fans to have discipline and trust Stearns' vision. The segment wraps with a look at what the Mets need next, including Skubal and Kyle Tucker, and a light-hearted moment about the show's final day.

BT & Sal dive into the dramatic fallout from the Mets' failure to re-sign fan-favorite Pete Alonso, who signed a 5-year, $155 million deal with the Orioles. Sal concedes that letting Alonso walk is the "right thing to do" for the long-term goal of building a sustained winner, but admits Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns is now "Public Enemy #1." The debate centers on owner Steve Cohen's patience: Tierney questions if the public backlash from letting go of Alonso (and other core players like Díaz and Nimmo) could lead to an "irrational" decision to fire Stearns if the team misses the playoffs next season, a move Sal argues would be disastrously short-sighted for the rebuild. The hosts analyze the tension between building a "sustained winner" and succumbing to "petulant" unpredictability.

BT and Sal discuss the volatile fallout of the Mets letting both Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz walk, labeling it a "wreckage." Sal wants David Stearns to explain publicly why the Mets, with all their resources, wouldn't meet Alonso's market price, especially after a great offensive year. Tierney argues that keeping players who delivered "subpar results" makes no sense, stating that fans must choose between loving the players or demanding a winner. The conversation pivots to skepticism, addressing the caller theory that Steve Cohen's focus is now purely on the casino deal at Metropolitan Park. They also debate the future of the Mets' offense: is trading for Kyle Tucker the necessary "sexy, splashy move," or will Stearns prioritize young talent and make the team less competitive in the short term? Tierney is insistent that letting Alonso go only makes Stearns' job of building a playoff contender "more difficult."

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With Pete Alonso signing with Baltimore, has Steve Cohen allowed David Stearns to do what he wants? Buster Olney says we are not sure what David Stearns' vision is, but he better get it right with the Mets fanbase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mets fans pound the phones in hour 2 many of which blaming Steve Cohen for focusing too much on a Casino.

On a live episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome The Athletic's Will Sammon to the show from the MLB Winter Meetings in Florida. The guys react to the shocking departure of Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers, look at ways the Mets can build a bullpen with other parts, and examine what might come next for David Stearns and company with Pete Alonso, starting pitching, and so many more question marks floating around the organization. Later, Connor and Joe open the Mailbag to answer questions about Bo Bichette, Tarik Skubal, and much more. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show, and welcome The Athletic's Will Sammon00:55 Edwin Diaz is gone, why did he leave the Mets for the Dodgers?03:50 How will the Mets build the bullpen now?05:20 Now what for the Mets and Pete Alonso?07:35 The starting pitching trade market09:30 The starting pitching free agent market11:50 Outfield defense goals13:45 Is David Peterson a trade candidate?15:45 Other options for offense18:10 Goodbye to Will18:35 More Diaz reaction28:55 Numbers for Pete36:00 Mailbag: Bo Bichette at 1B?38:05 Mailbag: Smoke on a Tarik Skubal trade?40:25 Down on the Farm: The MLB Draft Lottery brings Mets no luck43:05 Mailbag: Questions about Steve Cohen and David Stearns48:35 Mailbag: Three names to save the offseason52:25 Mailbag: Possible Diaz didn't want to come back?56:00 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest offseason stories in baseball! Whether you're just wanting to test an idea out, or you're getting serious about launching your own brand, it's never been easier to get started on https://shopify.com/today. Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ 00:00 INTRO02:16 Have Mets fans lost faith in David Stearns and Steve Cohen?13:46 What's in store for the Orioles this winter?21:30 The Reds need to get going this offseason31:55 Red Sox are trying to remake their infield38:17 Is Toronto the new top destination spot in the AL?47:37 OUTRO Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We mark the one-year anniversary of the Soto signing and the Mets' non-existent offseason, plus a caller who still despises Steve Cohen. Jerry's update hits the Netflix/Warner Bros deal, the Chiefs' rough loss and Mahomes' mistakes, Joe Burrow's two straight game-costing interceptions, and Matthew Stafford's monster season, all capped by the viral "little tiny choad" Moment of the Day and a look at tonight's Eagles/Chargers matchup.

It's the one-year anniversary of the Juan Soto signing, but the current baseball offseason has been anything but exciting! We dive into the quiet winter and take a call from listener Paul, who returns to voice his strong opinion: He does not like Steve Cohen!

In our first segment, we speak to City & State Editor Peter Sterne about who Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani selected for his transition team. He explains what role these committees might play in helping him staff his administration, along with setting policy goals. In our second segment we talk to Sarah Ahn and echo - two Flushing Workers Center organizers. We discuss why they oppose billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen's push to open a casino in their working class Queens community. In our final segment we tune into gratitude and the spirit of giving with Palestinian restaurant owner, Abdul Elenani. We talk about a Friendsgiving meal event at Ayat in Astoria, Queens and why he believes in embracing his culture and identity through food.

Sarah Ahn and Echo – two organizers with the Flushing Workers Center – discuss why they oppose billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen's push to open a casino in their working class Queens community.

BT & Sal dive into a heated discussion on the New York Jets, with BT's renewed faith in the team's "unkillable" foundation and coach Aaron Glenn leading to a debate on whether Tyrod Taylor is helping develop young talent like Mitchell (00:04:50) despite the losing season. Callers weigh in with fiery takes on the Mets' offseason, urging Steve Cohen to trade for Skubal and move on from Diaz (00:17:52). The main event is the NFL Power Rankings for Week 14, where both hosts exclude traditional powers like the Bills, Ravens, and Eagles (00:36:31). Number 1: Both agree on the dominant New England Patriots (00:42:50). Number 2: Both choose the Los Angeles Rams (00:42:19). Contention: Sal shocks with the Bears at #5 (00:37:24) and Seahawks at #3 (00:41:29), while BT defends the Packers at #5 (00:36:31), 49ers at #4 (00:38:12), and the Broncos at #3 (00:39:17). They also discuss the tenure clock ticking for the Jets' front office (00:30:32).

Today's word of the day is ‘best fit' as in Giannis Antetokounmpo as in Milwaukee as in the Bucks as in Doc Rivers as in trade. It looks like Giannis finally wants out. He didn't ask for a trade, but he asked for a trade. Should Milwaukee facilitate that? Will his latest calf injury keep him from being traded? (12:00) The Los Angeles Clippers have released Chris Paul in what was supposed to be his retirement tour season. What a mess. It looked like Paul and head coach Tyronn Lue just couldn't get on the same page. (26:30) Zion Williamson is hurt again. Going to miss another three weeks. There was no reason the Pelicans should have guaranteed his contract for this season, and here we are. (34:00) Review: The Descendants. (38:00) NPPOD. (43:30) Steve Cohen is so close to getting his $8.1 billion dream built. The New York State Gaming Commission is a vote away from granting Cohen one of the three gambling licenses. If that happens, a casino is coming to Citi Field. Wow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘best fit' as in Giannis Antetokounmpo as in Milwaukee as in the Bucks as in Doc Rivers as in trade. It looks like Giannis finally wants out. He didn't ask for a trade, but he asked for a trade. Should Milwaukee facilitate that? Will his latest calf injury keep him from being traded? (12:00) The Los Angeles Clippers have released Chris Paul in what was supposed to be his retirement tour season. What a mess. It looked like Paul and head coach Tyronn Lue just couldn't get on the same page. (26:30) Zion Williamson is hurt again. Going to miss another three weeks. There was no reason the Pelicans should have guaranteed his contract for this season, and here we are. (34:00) Review: The Descendants. (38:00) NPPOD. (43:30) Steve Cohen is so close to getting his $8.1 billion dream built. The New York State Gaming Commission is a vote away from granting Cohen one of the three gambling licenses. If that happens, a casino is coming to Citi Field. Wow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 1. Mets owner and billionaire investor Steve Cohen gets the nod for an $8 billion hotel and casino project near the Mets' stadium in Queens. WSJ hedge-fund reporter Peter Rudegeair discusses Cohen's comeback and why he wants a casino by Citi Field. WSJ's E.B. Solomont joins the show to discuss a North Carolina village where some of America's richest people go to fly under the radar. Plus, Goldman Sachs says it's spending about $2 billion to buy Innovator Capital Management, a company behind a kind of ETFs known as “boomer candy” for their popularity with baby boomers looking to curb the risks of investing in volatile stock markets. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boomer shuts down the Mike Tomlin-to-Giants talk while throwing cold water on the Cowboys hype Gio loves, also noting concern for a Bill Belichick to Giants idea is a staff concern for teams. After the Jets win reaction, the NFL locker room drama explodes: a Browns player unleashes a vulgar insult, a punter threatens to "kill" an opponent, and Cam Heyward accuses Josh Allen of a cheap shot! Don't miss the Moment of the Day and the major casino news coming today regarding Steve Cohen and Citi Field!

Show Open: Hal Steinbrenner comes off as tone deaf in his press conference, not because he's not spending enough money, but because it's not being spent wisely. Meanwhile it sounds like the Mets are dead set on bringing back Pete Alonso, that could be a Steve Cohen mandate.

The "Call of the Day" features Jim from the Jersey Shore, a furious Yankee fan who "savages" Brandon Tierney for not being more aggressive in his criticism of Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner. Jim blasts Hal as a "trust fund puke" for complaining about the team's payroll during the COVID pandemic and vows a boycott, calling any attending fan a "sucker." The passionate rant leads to a discussion about accountability: Sal suggests frustrated Yankee fans should raise their kids as Mets fans, noting that Steve Cohen's spending ensures management is held accountable. The hosts then debate a great listener question: Which GM—Cashman or Stearns—would be better at operating under a hypothetical salary cap? They conclude that Stearns' experience in Milwaukee gives him the edge

BT & Sal launch a fiery debate on the Yankees' enduring failure to win a championship, arguing that Hal Steinbrenner's business-first approach and continued lavish spending are actually making it easy for Brian Cashman to avoid accountability. They contend that the Yankees are not held to a true championship standard, with regular season wins merely being "fluff." Tierney breaks down the six levels of culpability, giving Hal a "pass" for cutting checks while placing the majority of the blame on Cashman for a lack of adaptation to the modern game, poor roster construction, and disastrous player development and international scouting. Sal argues that Hal lacks the "fire inside" of a competitive owner like George Steinbrenner or Steve Cohen, viewing the Yankees more as a "brand" than a passion play for winning.

BT & Sal aggressively debate Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner's priorities following his recent comments. Sal argues that Hal focuses too much on the "business" of the Yankees and his constant complaints about the luxury tax are just "excuses" fans don't want to hear. Tierney agrees, noting that while Hal has brought stability, the organization's "stale" leadership (Cashman and others) needs to be held accountable for years of underachievement. The hosts insist Hal must choose: either spend more to compensate for poor player development and roster construction, or fire the people who consistently fail to build a championship team. They contrast Hal's acceptance of 90-win seasons with the high standards set by his father and, across town, by Steve Cohen.

BT and Sal tear into Hal Steinbrenner's year-end media session, criticizing his lack of "edge" and "irrational behavior" needed to fix the Yankees' championship drought. Hal defends the $319 million payroll while complaining about financial constraints, prompting the hosts to demand a "whatever it takes" spending commitment like the Mets' Steve Cohen or the Dodgers. The discussion explodes when Hal describes the Yankees' infield as "pretty good," which Sal quickly dismantles by comparing the current lineup to the championship core. They dismiss Hal's focus on base-running mistakes as missing the deeper, fundamental issues in player development and roster construction. BT and Sal conclude that Hal's calm, measured approach—and his dismissive attitude toward the Dodgers' correlation between spending and winning—signals a dangerous complacency that guarantees the Yankees will not make the necessary, aggressive moves this offseason.

In today's edition of Hollywood's Headlines, we break down how often NBA stars are sitting out due to load management and the growing frustration around it. Cam Skattebo takes to social media after his WWE controversy, and Kim Bokamper — live in studio — shares his unexpected wrestling history. We also dive into Bill Belichick being spotted at an adult cheerleading competition supporting his 24-year-old girlfriend, plus Steve Cohen's gold toilet selling for an unbelievable $12.1 million

Hour 2 opens with Joe going off on the origins of NBA load management, pointing to Gregg Popovich and later Steve Kerr for normalizing the trend under the guise of “sports science” and player mileage. He blasts the modern reality where stars can't play back-to-backs, teams hide healthy scratches behind minor “injuries,” and paying families miss out on seeing players like Steph Curry. Then we shift to the “Spo and Mo Show,” highlighting Erik Spoelstra and Paul Maurice's strong work across South Florida sports, Kelel Ware's impressive play, and why the Heat should finish above .500. Joe also breaks down the Dolphins' chance to stack wins, driven by Devon Achane's offensive burst and Jordyn Brooks leading the NFL in tackles. Hollywood's Headlines wraps the hour with load-management talk, Cam Skattebo's WWE fallout, Kim Bokamper's wrestling past, Bill Belichick's viral appearance, and Steve Cohen's $12.1M gold toilet.

Scott and Eben discuss the NFL players union's annual report card, which has drawn the ire of the league and its owners. They also talk about latest in the WNBA negotiations, Steve Cohen's Sphere selloff, and James Franklin's new college football gig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BT & Sal ignite a debate over the latest ESPN farm system rankings, which shockingly place the Mets at #1 and the Yankees dramatically lower at #15 for 2025. They question if the Yankees' lack of development is due to constantly trading prospects for big-name acquisitions or rushing players like Volpe and Dominguez to the majors. The discussion pivots to a caller asking if the Yankees should pursue Fernando Tatis Jr. from the Padres, leading to a breakdown of his $292 million "albatross" contract and past PED issues. Finally, a mixed-race Mets fan calls in with a hot take on culture, arguing the Mets failed to land Japanese stars like Yamamoto because the organization is not "culturally intelligent" enough to make Queens appealing, despite the borough's high Asian population. They debate whether Steve Cohen did enough to honor Asian traditions during the recruiting process.

BT and Sal unleash a fiery debate over Sal's "home run blueprint" for the Mets' perfect offseason, which centers on trading for ace Tarik Skubal, signing a frontline starter like Ranger Suarez (while Sal dismisses Dylan Cease as "just another dude"), and re-signing Pete Alonso—especially since he's open to DH. The discussion heats up as they clash over the realism of acquiring Skubal and the $400 million contract that would follow. Sal pushes for a big bat like Bellinger, Tucker, or Bregman to complete the lineup, leading to a controversial take: is trading Nimmo the better long-term move if it means keeping a DH-capable Alonso and improving the overall team defense? The stakes are high for David Stearns and Steve Cohen to execute a massive overhaul.

BT & Sal dive into a surprisingly fiery topic: the lack of urinal dividers at Citi Field and other stadiums like MetLife. Sal questions the big deal, claiming he doesn't care who's next to him, but the consensus from BT, Hof, and a caller is a firm "divider up!" BT argues he needs privacy and would prefer Steve Cohen spend money on team improvements over bathroom renovations, though he admits the undivided trough-like setup is a problem. The conversation takes a strange turn when BT recounts a traumatizing experience standing next to Dennis Rodman in a Vegas restroom. The segment concludes with a chaotic recap of Hof's trip to the arena, involving a bloody nose and BT sitting on a piece of gum!

BT & Sal dive into the shocking report from Jeff Passan that the Mets are "blowing up plenty" of their roster, potentially making Nimmo, McNeil, and Senga available for trade. The fiery discussion focuses heavily on Pete Alonso's future, as an industry source suggests the Mets' maximum offer is a "disrespectful" 2+1 deal at around $30 million per year. Sal argues that while Alonso deserves more than the recently signed Naylor, the Mets must resist paying $30M/year over six seasons. They debate whether Steve Cohen will override GM David Stearns to keep the fan favorite. The show also touches on potential additions like Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker and starts with a quick rant about the Giants' lack of accountability after Abdul Carter's discipline issues and the team's ongoing "sloppiness."

This week's Mets highlights include reaction to David Stearns speaking at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. BT and Sal want Stearns to be aggressive in resolving the Pete Alonso situation to move on to other roster needs, and they debate if Brandon Nimmo can be traded to free up payroll. Plus, Boomer and Gio react to the wild story of Steve Cohen auctioning off a golden toilet, and the Evan and Tiki crew play MLB free agency bingo.

This week's Mets highlights include reaction to David Stearns speaking at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. BT and Sal want Stearns to be aggressive in resolving the Pete Alonso situation to move on to other roster needs, and they debate if Brandon Nimmo can be traded to free up payroll. Plus, Boomer and Gio react to the wild story of Steve Cohen auctioning off a golden toilet, and the Evan and Tiki crew play MLB free agency bingo.

On this episode of Mea Culpa, I turn to someone experiencing the chaos of Trump's America from inside the halls of Congress, Representative Steve Cohen of Tennessee. Together, we break down the fallout from the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, including devastating SNAP cuts, rising job losses, and how Trump's so-called “booming economy” is built on cruelty and corruption. From unapproved military strikes to the weaponization of power, Rep. Cohen offers an insider's account of the humanitarian and political toll of Trump's reckless governance. As Democrats fight to sustain momentum after major election wins, Rep. Cohen pledges to keep holding his colleagues in Congress accountable. Thanks to our sponsors: L-Nutra: Just visit https://ProlonLife.com/MEACULPA to claim your 15% discount plus a $40 bonus gift. Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at: shopify.com/COHEN Subscribe to Michael's Substack: https://therealmichaelcohen.substack.com/ Subscribe to Michael's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichaelCohenShow Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PoliticalBeatdown Add the Mea Culpa podcast feed: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen Add the Political Beatdown podcast feed: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants blow another fourth-quarter lead this time in Chicago and Brian Daboll's future feels more uncertain than ever. Boomer says if Jaxson Dart can't go, it has to be Jameis Winston on Sunday, while Gio wonders how much longer ownership can wait to make a change. The Jets somehow beat the Browns despite Justin Fields throwing for just 54 yards, and Boomer gives credit to Darren Mougey for keeping the team alive. Plus, the Bills get smoked by the Dolphins, the Patriots roll in Tampa, and even Steve Cohen's gold toilet makes an appearance.

Gio can't get over the fact that Steve Cohen is selling his gold toilet, but that's not the only bizarre headline of the day. The guys dive into the latest sports betting scandal involving two Cleveland Guardians pitchers and Gio says fans simply don't care. Not about MLB, not about the NBA, and definitely not until it hits the NFL. Jerry returns with an update featuring another Giants meltdown, including a punt gone wrong, Russell Wilson's postgame confusion, and Kayvon Thibodeaux calling out the team. The Jets pull off a wild win over the Browns thanks to two special teams touchdowns and a four-sack day from Will McDonald. Plus, Donald Trump joins the Lions-Commanders broadcast booth, the Patriots stun the Bucs in Tampa, and the hour wraps with Boomer and Gio asking: if the Giants hit 2-11 before the bye… is that the moment Brian Daboll gets fired?

Boomer and Gio react to the bizarre story of Steve Cohen auctioning off his $10 million gold toilet and how it perfectly sums up the Mets' season before diving into Major League Baseball's growing gambling scandal. From Guardians pitchers caught fixing prop bets to questions about how deep it goes, the guys debate whether fans, players, or commissioners are taking it seriously enough.