The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Chris McMonigle and Craig Carton break down the New York Knicks' dominant position against the Cleveland Cavaliers and analyze the team's potential path to the NBA Finals. They pay tribute to the retiring Eddie Scazzero and explore the intricate mechanics of professional magic tricks and mentalism. John Fanta joins to provide a Cleveland perspective on the series and discuss the latest storylines...

McMonigle and Carton debate the Knicks' dominance over the Cavaliers following a soul-taking Game 1 victory. They honor retiring board op Eddie Scazzari, though Craig questions the sincerity of the tribute. Discussions also touch on Aaron Judge's struggles, various 80s sitcom stars, and a medical emergency in the studio. 01:20 - Craig Carton Sick 04:51 - Knicks Cavaliers Game Two 14:25 - TV And Si...

They discuss the frustrating nature of the New York Mets’ $370 million rebuild and the legendary called shot of Babe Ruth. The conversation shifts to debunking the methods of Oz the Mentalist and a hilarious encounter with Islanders owner John Ledecky. 01:55 - The Mets’ Frustrating Rebuild 10:44 - Babe Ruth’s Called Shot 18:10 - Cavaliers Fan Takes Umbrage 22:51 - Restroom Etiquette & Hygiene 29:0...

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle evaluate the New York Yankees' lineup changes following a knee injury to Trent Grisham and the emergence of J.C. Escarra on The Carton Show. They examine the legacy of Jalen Brunson with the New York Knicks and are joined by John Fanta to break down the team's playoff dominance over the Cleveland Cavaliers. 01:30 - Yankees Injury News 05:50 - Jeter Contract History...

The conversation focuses on the Knicks' playoff run and the debate over Mike Brown's coaching versus Tom Thibodeau's tenure. They evaluate Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s performance and baserunning errors while discussing Brian Cashman's legacy with the Yankees. The segment also reflects on the tragic passing of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch at age 41. 01:26 - Knicks Game 2 Preview 07:53 - Mike Brown Coaching Imp...

WFAN’s Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to the unbelievable rise of Jalen Brunson and how everyone completely underestimated what he would become for the New York Knicks. The guys discuss how mocked the Knicks were for signing Brunson away from Dallas, why Leon Rose deserves massive credit, and whether Brunson is already one of the greatest acquisitions in New York sports history alongside n...

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle are joined by John Fanta to break down the Knicks’ shocking comeback win over Cleveland in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Fanta explains why he picked the Knicks in six, why the Cavs “lost their souls” in the fourth quarter, and why Cleveland fans saw the collapse coming. The guys also dive into Donovan Mitchell, Kenny Atkinson’s coaching decisions, Jalen...

Chris McMonigle and the crew discuss Matt Martin’s transition from the NHL and his humorous relationship with Islanders teammates Casey Cizikas and Cal Clutterbuck. They also share personal stories about bowling achievements and perform a comedic inspection of Pete Hoffman's unusually large knees. 01:00 - Sushi vs. Sashimi 02:35 - Matt Martin Discussion 05:18 - Bowling and Knees

Craig Carton describes a memorable encounter with Islanders owner John Ledecky at the Delta Club. Chris McMonigle discusses the unique seating experience at Madison Square Garden and compares running styles to Keyser Söze. 01:00 - Quarters And Racing 03:50 - MSG Ticket Prices 09:14 - Ledecky's Sushi Manners

Craig Carton recounts a miserable morning dealing with food poisoning and a helpful workplace encounter with a custodian named Yusuf. They discuss the recent exposure of Oz Pearlman's mentalism tricks by Pablo Torre and Dan Le Batard. Mac then reveals the secrets behind his signature card-in-orange magic trick that once stunned Ray Rice's mother. 01:00 - Craig's Stomach Issues 06:32 - Sciazzaro We...

Craig and Chris analyze the Mets' struggles and whether fans should buy into their recent tease of a win streak. They explore the myths of baseball history, including Juan Soto's home run and Babe Ruth's famous called shot. The conversation shifts to a celebrity basketball story before a heated exchange with a Cleveland Cavaliers fan named Greg. 01:00 - Mets Rebuilding Struggles 06:41 - Strip Club...

Chris McMonigle honor the retirement of legendary board operator Eddie Scozzare, but a nauseous Craig Carton returns to label the tribute performative. They break down the New York Knicks' playoff trajectory and the job security of Mike Brown. They also recount the survival story of Marc Cohn and address rumors involving Dianna Russini. 01:51 - Eddie Scozzare Retirement 04:15 - Performative Tribut...

Big Mac and a physically ill Craig Carton discuss the Knicks' chances to sweep the Cavaliers after a dominant Game 1 performance. They analyze Jalen Brunson's impact and the return of meaningful Knicks playoff talk to local radio. The discussion takes a nostalgic turn toward classic sitcoms before concluding with updates on the Yankees and Mets. 01:00 - Carton Battles Stomach Issues 04:48 - Knicks...

Chris McMonigle reacts to the Bombers taking two straight one-run games from the Blue Jays, the bullpen's struggles to generate shutdown innings, Ben Rice's continued power surge, and Jazz Chisholm heating up when the Yanks desperately needed it. Plus, why Spencer Jones looks unmatched (11:30), and how the opening game of this series was the best win of the season (9:55).

Big Mac breaks down the New York Knicks' incredible 22-point comeback against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. They praise Jalen Brunson's legendary fourth-quarter performance and Mike Brown's bold coaching decisions, specifically the insertion of Landry Shamet for Josh Hart. The discussion also covers the New York Mets' jersey controversy involving Gary Carter a...

Big Mac celebrates the New York Knicks' improbable 22-point comeback against the Cleveland Cavaliers, spotlighting Jalen Brunson’s heroics at Madison Square Garden. He also addresses the controversy surrounding the New York Mets and Gary Carter’s jersey number, followed by a unique segment featuring an Aztec death whistle. 01:20 - Miraculous Knicks Playoff Comeback 05:30 - Mike Brown Outcoaches At...

They analyze the Knicks' postseason success and debate where Mike Brown ranks among New York's current head coaches. The conversation shifts to a memorable story about the 1994 NBA Finals and OJ Simpson's attempt to contact Bob Costas during the famous police chase. Additionally, they poke fun at Evan Roberts for bringing a night light to Madison Square Garden to ensure he could keep scoring the g...

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 - M...

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 a...

Craig and Chris give a heart felt tribute to Boomer Esiason after it was announced he would be inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame

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 completel...

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 N...

A caller shares wit Carton & Big Mac how he refused to leave the toilet for 25 minutes to ensure a Knicks victory, leading to a debate over bathroom-related health risks. They jokingly discuss which colleague is most likely to meet an end like Elvis and delve into the intricacies of newspaper obituaries and leper colony legends. 01:00 - Laughing At Evan Roberts 04:51 - Ben's Bathroom Superstition...