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Boomer & Gio delivers can’t miss entertainment, the biggest guests and strongest opinions in the world of sports. Hosted by former NFL MVP Boomer Esiason and seasoned radio host Gregg “Gio” Giannotti, your go-to morning sports talk show covers the hottest topics in the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports and breaks down everything New York — including the Giants, Jets, Yankees, Mets, Knicks, Nets, Rangers, and Islanders. Catch the show live weekday mornings from 6–10 AM ET on 101.9 WFAN or listen anytime here on the podcast feed.

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  • Yesterday · 2 hr 43 min

    Thursday Full Show: Joe Milton starts vs. Giants, Dianna Russini is back, Justin Herbert's "deli meat", and where is Dick Cavett?

    Hour 1 We started with the Knicks beating the terrible Bulls last night, scoring 84 points in the first half alone. We talked about this being LeBron’s last year. We then talked about the Eagles, in their kelly green uniforms, starting Joe Milton at QB this week against the Giants. Boomer said the Giants should ‘buckle up’ as this guy has wheels and a ‘howitzer’ for an arm. Jerry is here for his first update of the day and starts with Nick Sirianni on Milton starting. John Harbaugh is acting like facing Milton is the same as Tanner McKee. JJ McCarthy said he feels caught up since he had the bye week. Geno Smith talked about preparing to face the Chiefs. Quentin Lake of the Rams said Justin Herbert was ‘throwing deli meat out there’. We heard from Jim Harbaugh and Herbert on those comments. We took a lot of calls from people trying to explain ‘throwing eli meat’. In the final segment of the hour, a guy who said he played in the NFL doesn’t like all the criticism the Jets are getting on WFAN. Hour 2 Gio was listening to old jazz pianist Oscar Peterson and watched an interview with him an Dick Cavett. Gio wonders why nobody talks about him anymore and he had a great career. Gio can’t believe he is still alive at 89 years old. And what about Dick Van Dyke? And why is nobody named Dick anymore? We talked a lot about Cavett and how great his talk show used to be. Jerry returns for an update and starts with the Eagles starting Joe Milton at QB this week. John Harbaugh is familiar with the QB’s work. Aaron Glenn said they put extra work in practice on their red zone offense. The Knicks clobbered the Bulls last night, scoring 84 in the first half. Gio thinks NFL teams are going to start doing rest weeks for star players. In the final segment of the hour, a California man died on his 97th birthday while dancing to ‘Stayin’ Alive’. Hour 3 We started with our studio construction as guys are currently in the ceiling trying to fix the flickering lights. Sources say Dianna Russini is going to return next week. It will be her own show on a digital platform. Gio talked about going on podcasts and he wonders what he gets out of going on as a guest. He did the Jay Horwitz podcast because Jay was very kind to him when he was the PR guy with the Mets for decades. Why would she want to go back to doing this again? How can she still love it? Jerry returns for an update and starts with JJ McCarthy who did a lot of work in the bye week. He also loves Matt Nagy’s play calling. Chris Russo tried to say ‘blue tsunami’ and it didn’t go well. Geno Smith talked about wanting wins, not just great offensive performances. Dan Campbell talked about facing the Dolphins this week. The Knicks dominated the Bulls last night, scoring 84 in the first half alone. In the final segment of the hour, Bob Dylan met the Pope and the Pope gave him a rosary. Dylan gave the Pope his autobiography. Hour 4 We started with Jerry singing Bob Dylan and we talked about Jerry leaving concerts early. Chris Rock said in a recent interview he ruined his first marriage by watching too much porn. Jerry returns for his final update of the day and starts with Quentin Lake of the Rams saying Justin Herbert was ‘throwing deli meat out there’. How is Jim Harbaugh letting this happen with Justin Herbert? How is he regressing? Pat Murphy talked about interviewing with the Mets a few years ago. The Moment of The Day: What does ‘throwing deli meat out there’ mean? In the final segment of the show, we talked about tonight’s Ravens/Jags game. The spread is only 9 ½. A listener reached out to Gio saying Rami is wearing a woman’s jacket.

  • Yesterday · 40 min

    Hour 1: Giants Cannot Afford to Lose to Joe Milton

    Joe Milton's surprise start for the Eagles has Boomer and Gio warning the Giants not to take Sunday lightly. Milton's cannon arm and mobility present a dangerous, unpredictable challenge, but the Giants are favored and simply cannot afford to blow this opportunity. With J.J. McCarthy coming off the bye, this is a game New York absolutely needs to win. Meanwhile, Jalen Brunson explodes as the Knicks crush the Bulls, putting up an incredible 84 first-half points and looking like their championship selves again. But Philadelphia's hot start still has Boomer concerned. The Jets' continued struggles spark a harsh assessment of Aaron Glenn, his questionable game management, and a fan base losing confidence despite promising offensive performances. Plus, Justin Herbert gets publicly mocked for throwing "deli meat," sending Boomer, Gio, and a parade of callers into a hilarious debate over what the insult actually means.

  • Yesterday · 41 min

    Hour 2: Gio Blasts Influencer Culture for Forgetting Dick Cavett

    Gio takes a wild trip down memory lane after listening to jazz legend Oscar Peterson leads him to rediscover the incredible interviews of Dick Cavett. Why aren't we hearing more from living legends who witnessed some of the biggest moments in American history? Gio rips today's influencer culture and wonders why fascinating figures like Cavett and Dick Van Dyke aren't getting more attention. The conversation takes a hilarious turn into the disappearing popularity of the name Dick, while callers share surprising updates about Cavett's life today. Meanwhile, the Giants prepare for a dangerous new challenge with Joe Milton starting for the Eagles, and Aaron Glenn addresses the Jets' red-zone struggles ahead of their matchup with Kansas City. Boomer questions the NBA's continued use of rest days as the Knicks celebrate a blowout win over Chicago. Plus, a bizarre story about a 97-year-old man dying at his own birthday party after dancing to "Stayin' Alive," the Islanders bringing back their infamous fisherman logo, and Micah Parsons working toward his return.

  • Yesterday · 42 min

    Hour 3: Gio Erupts Over Diana Russini's NFL Comeback

    Diana Russini is reportedly returning to NFL media, and Gio can't understand why she'd want to jump back into the same business after her highly publicized controversy involving Mike Vrabel. Gio argues that her credibility as a journalist has been compromised and questions why she wouldn't pursue an entirely different career. Boomer pushes back, defending her right to return to the industry she knows best. Things get heated when callers challenge Gio's argument, leading to a fiery debate over second chances, reputation, and whether some professional scandals are impossible to escape. Meanwhile, J.J. McCarthy prepares for a crucial Giants-Eagles showdown against Joe Milton, while Geno Smith and the Jets look to turn their season around. Plus, Jalen Brunson dominates the Bulls before his Law & Order debut, Mad Dog Russo delivers another hilarious verbal blunder, and Boomer and Gio can't believe what Bob Dylan wore to meet the Pope.

  • Yesterday · 38 min

    Hour 4: Jerry leaves concerts early, Chris Rock was watching too much porn, and Moment of The Day

    We started with Jerry singing Bob Dylan and we talked about Jerry leaving concerts early. Chris Rock said in a recent interview he ruined his first marriage by watching too much porn. Jerry returns for his final update of the day and starts with Quentin Lake of the Rams saying Justin Herbert was ‘throwing deli meat out there’. How is Jim Harbaugh letting this happen with Justin Herbert? How is he regressing? Pat Murphy talked about interviewing with the Mets a few years ago. The Moment of The Day: What does ‘throwing deli meat out there’ mean? In the final segment of the show, we talked about tonight’s Ravens/Jags game. The spread is only 9 ½. A listener reached out to Gio saying Rami is wearing a woman’s jacket.

  • Yesterday · 17 min

    Jerry Recco loves to leave a concert early

    We started with Jerry singing Bob Dylan and we talked about Jerry leaving concerts early. Chris Rock said in a recent interview he ruined his first marriage by watching too much porn

  • Yesterday · 12 min

    J.J. McCarthy Faces a Crucial Giants Test

    J.J. McCarthy prepares for a crucial Giants-Eagles showdown against Joe Milton, while Geno Smith remains focused on getting the struggling Jets back into the win column. Jerry Recco digs up a legendary, profanity-filled rant from former Vikings coach Jerry Burns, sparking a hilarious comparison between old-school NFL coaches and today's more measured approach. Plus, Jalen Brunson dominates the Bulls and prepares for his Law & Order acting debut.

  • Yesterday · 20 min

    Diana Russini's Return Raises Serious Credibility Questions

    Diana Russini is reportedly making her NFL media comeback, and Gio can't understand why she'd return to the industry after her highly publicized controversy involving Mike Vrabel. Gio argues that her reputation as a journalist has been compromised and questions why she wouldn't leave football behind and start an entirely new career. Boomer pushes back, pointing to her NFL connections, experience, and passion for the sport.

  • Yesterday · 12 min

    Boomer Blasts NBA Teams for Resting Healthy Stars

    Boomer is fed up with NBA teams resting healthy players while fans pay top dollar to see the biggest stars. After the Pacers dress just six players and Jayson Tatum gets a rest day, Boomer questions why the league continues allowing this practice and warns that the NFL could eventually follow the same path. Meanwhile, the Giants prepare for Joe Milton's dangerous mobility as J.J. McCarthy looks increasingly comfortable in New York's offense ahead of a crucial matchup with the Eagles. Aaron Glenn addresses the Jets' red-zone struggles, Garrett Wilson enters concussion protocol, and Micah Parsons takes another step toward returning for the Packers. Plus, Jalen Brunson leads another Knicks blowout, Victor Wembanyama delivers a monster performance, and the 76ers continue proving their doubters wrong.

  • Yesterday · 18 min

    Boomer and Gio Debate the Disappearance of Famous Dicks

    Gio goes down an unexpected rabbit hole after listening to jazz legend Oscar Peterson and rediscovering the incredible career of legendary talk show host Dick Cavett. After watching Cavett interview Jimi Hendrix, Gio can't understand why society is so obsessed with influencers while living legends with decades of fascinating stories are largely forgotten. Why aren't we learning more from people like Cavett and Dick Van Dyke while they're still around? The conversation takes a hilarious turn as Boomer and Gio realize there aren't many young famous people named Dick anymore, leading to a ridiculous debate over the most famous Dicks in history. Plus, callers reveal surprising details about Cavett's life in Connecticut, a recent podcast interview, and incredible stories from his past, leaving Gio even more determined to hear from the legendary interviewer himself.

  • Yesterday · 16 min

    Justin Herbert Gets Roasted for Throwing Deli Meat

    Justin Herbert is getting absolutely roasted after Rams safety Quentin Lake mocks the struggling Chargers quarterback for throwing "deli meat" and seeing ghosts on the field. With Los Angeles still winless, Jim Harbaugh comes to Herbert's defense, while Herbert refuses to engage with the criticism. But what exactly does throwing deli meat mean? Boomer and Gio launch into a hilarious debate as callers offer increasingly ridiculous explanations, including meatball subs, pigskin, and actual deli counter experiences.

  • Yesterday · 17 min

    Joe Milton Could Be a Nightmare for the Giants

    Joe Milton is getting the start for the Eagles, and Boomer warns the Giants that this could be a much more dangerous matchup than expected. With a cannon for an arm, incredible athleticism, and very little film to study, Milton brings an unpredictable element to a game the Giants absolutely have to win. Gio believes the tables have finally turned on Philadelphia, with the Giants now favored to win the division and the Eagles falling apart. But could Milton ruin everything?

  • Wednesday · 2 hr 44 min

    Wednesday Full Show: Our Response to The Carton Show, Who is Blair Underwood, Phil Simms Wednesday, and More!

    Hour 1: We started with the Knicks start to the season. Boomer also reached out to Michael Wilbon as they have a professional relationship that goes back since Boomer was at Maryland. He said Wilbon thinks he could be back in a month. The elections are over so the spam calls and texts should end. Jerry is here for his first update of the day, but first Gio said Robbie from Bob Does Sports texted Gio last night about the Jerry ‘Prius’ video. We heard audio of the Carton Show calling AL explaining his challenge for ‘The Outdoor Games’. We heard from new Ravens QB Joe Fagnano on how to actually pronounce his name. Boomer said if the Ravens beat the Jags then the NFL really is week to week. Pat Murphy said he talked to Brian Cashman after his comments about ‘these Yankees’. The Rangers beat the Blues, 3-1. In the final segment of the hour, we talked more about Pat Murphy calling Brian Cashman to explain his Yankees comments that were caught on camera after winning the World Series. Jazz Chisholm will not be coming back to the Yanks. Hour 2: Russell Wilson is interviewing for the NC State head coaching job. Philip Rivers also interviewed for the job as both are former NC State quarterbacks. Gio doesn’t see him connecting with players as he never really connected with his own teammates. He’d be better as a GM of a team instead of a head coach. Boomer sees Rivers as a much better fit. We also talked about our favorite female accent. Jerry returns for an update and starts with Ravens QB Tyler Huntley being out for the year. Joe Fagnano talked about being the starting QB for tomorrow night and what looks like going forward now. Vic Fangio talked about the Giants impressive offense. Sean Mannion talked about the Giants defense. Jerry Jones was on the radio in Dallas and answered critics who said he won’t pay top dollar for a head coach. The Winnipeg Jets scored 4 goals in the third with 3 minutes to go and one in OT to beat Montreal, 5-4. In the final segment of the hour, the Islanders sent a fish sticks jersey with Gio’s last name AND Boomer’s last name. Hour 3: The Bills released CJ Gardner-Johnson for his spitting incident. Boomer thought he gave a legitimate apology. Dan in Carteret calls in and wants Gio to go with him to the Devils/Islanders game in Long Island. A 71 year old woman called in and said she would go to the game with Dan. Jerry returns for an update and starts with Jerry Jones and the Cowboys and who’s to blame for the way they are playing. We heard from QB Joe Fagnano, who will get the start for the Ravens tomorrow night. Tom Brady talks about returning to Foxborough as a broadcaster this Sunday. Pat Murphy said he felt horrible for slandering the Yankees after the World Series win. The Rangers beat the Blues at the Garden. In the final segment of the hour, Boomer interviewed former Met and Broadway star Jose Iglesias for his Game Time show. Hour 4: Phil Simms joins us in his usual Wednesday spot and of course we started with the Giants and potential players they could get before the trade deadline. Phil told us who he thought was the best team in football (they are in the NFC). We also asked Phil about the Troy Aikman/Joe Buck situation right now. Jerry returns for his final update of the day and we start with new Ravens QB Joe Fagnano on how he’s preparing for his first start in a short week. Mike Brown talked about the Knicks taking shots that are not going in at the moment and how the Knicks are the hunted right now. Pat Murphy said he spoke to Brian Cashman about his comments about the Yankees after winning the World Series. The Moment of The Day: Would you know actor Blair Underwood if you saw a pic of him? How well does Boomer know the movie, ‘Back To The Future’. In the final segment of the show, Gio said Morash was fighting with people on X.

  • Wednesday · 42 min

    Hour 1: Pat Murphy's Yankees Excuse Gets Torn Apart

    Pat Murphy is backtracking after ripping the Yankees, and Gio isn't buying his explanation! The Brewers manager called Brian Cashman to clarify his controversial comments, but was he just trying to save face? Boomer and Gio also weigh in on Jazz Chisholm's uncertain Yankees future, potential roster changes, and MLB's proposed salary cap that could create major problems for the Yankees and Mets. Meanwhile, Gio is fired up over the national media piling on the Knicks after their early struggles, while Boomer shares what Chris Bosh and Dwight Howard told him about New York's championship run. Bosh also raises serious concerns about Jalen Hurts and the dangers of blood clots. Plus, Boomer refuses to participate in a wild WFAN outdoor competition, Jerry Recco's viral meltdown keeps getting attention, and Boomer relives his Cardinals days after a surprising Gardner Minshew comparison.

  • Wednesday · 42 min

    Hour 2: Giants Have a Golden Chance to Seize the NFC East

    Russell Wilson wants the NC State coaching job, but Gio isn't buying him as a college head coach! Gio questions Wilson's ability to connect with players, while Boomer sees Philip Rivers as a much better fit to lead the program. Could Wilson be more valuable in a front-office role? The debate turns to the challenges of college football, NIL money, and whether big-name quarterbacks can revive struggling programs. Then Boomer's hilarious Bryce Underwood mix-up sparks a Blair Underwood identification challenge that doesn't go quite as planned. Jerry delivers the latest on the Giants' massive opportunity to take control of the NFC East against the Eagles, the Ravens' quarterback situation, and Winnipeg's stunning comeback against Montreal. Plus, the Islanders send Boomer his very own Fish Stick jersey, Gio has a field day with the surprise gift, and a caller tries to take the jersey off Boomer's hands!

  • Wednesday · 38 min

    Hour 3: Giants Could Take a Huge Gamble on CJ Gardner-Johnson

    Could the Giants actually take a chance on CJ Gardner-Johnson? Boomer and Gio debate whether the controversial defensive back deserves another opportunity after his ugly spitting incident and release from Buffalo. With his growing list of former teams and declining play, is he worth the headache? Plus, Lamar Jackson's season-ending injury raises major questions about his future in Baltimore, while the Jets prepare for a potentially brutal matchup with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Meanwhile, Dan in Carteret desperately tries to convince Gio to join him at an Islanders game, setting off a hilarious series of phone calls that leads to an unexpected female companion volunteering to go instead. The guys also discuss Tom Brady's emotional return to New England, the Knicks' looming salary-cap problems, and the latest drama surrounding the Cowboys.

  • Wednesday · 41 min

    Hour 4: Phil Simms Wednesday, Moment of the Day, and more NFL International Games

    Phil Simms joins us in his usual Wednesday spot and of course we started with the Giants and potential players they could get before the trade deadline. Phil told us who he thought was the best team in football (they are in the NFC). We also asked Phil about the Troy Aikman/Joe Buck situation right now. Jerry returns for his final update of the day and we start with new Ravens QB Joe Fagnano on how he’s preparing for his first start in a short week. Mike Brown talked about the Knicks taking shots that are not going in at the moment and how the Knicks are the hunted right now. Pat Murphy said he spoke to Brian Cashman about his comments about the Yankees after winning the World Series. The Moment of The Day: Would you know actor Blair Underwood if you saw a pic of him? How well does Boomer know the movie, ‘Back To The Future’. In the final segment of the show, Gio said Morash was fighting with people on X.

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