Boomer & Gio

Today's show breaks down LeBron James’ shock move to Philadelphia from every angle, featuring reactions from Stephen A. Smith, Charles Barkley, Dwyane Wade, and Aaron Boone. In baseball, we tackle the Mets' brutal season, Carlos Beltran’s Hall of Fame induction speech, and health updates on Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger. Plus, we dive into Boomer’s bizarre sunscreen habits, delayed news on Tony Romo and Kyle Shanahan, a wild caller story about a murderer, and an embarrassing birthday surprise for Rami.

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 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.

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.