The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

A spirited debate breaks out over the necessity of apple pie on the Fourth of July and whether rejecting holiday traditions is considered un-American. The conversation shifts to favorite hot dog brands before critiquing wealthy celebrities like Michael Jordan and Brad Pitt for taking on unnecessary product endorsements. 01:00 - Ray Charles Musical Energy 02:11 - July 4th Pie Debate 04:05 - Holiday...

On WFAN's The Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate whether the defending champion Knicks should actually consider signing LeBron James if he's willing to take a veteran minimum deal. Is it the perfect move for another title run, or would it turn New York into the LeBron farewell tour?

On this episode of The Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate whether Aaron Boone deserves to be fired or if fans are overreacting to one brutal week of baseball. They discuss the Yankees' offensive collapse, defensive mistakes, injuries piling up, and why Boone has historically been able to pull the team out of these midseason swoons.

Craig Carton and Big Mac react to the shocking news of Mitchell Robinson joining the Boston Celtics and the Yankees' devastating seven-game losing streak. They evaluate Steve Cohen's decision to guarantee David Stearns' job security despite the Mets' struggles and a rumored blockbuster trade involving Jaylen Brown. The discussion captures the outrage surrounding New York's professional teams durin...

Craig and Big Mac react to the Yankees’ seven-game losing streak and the team's struggles to execute in critical late-inning moments. They also discuss Mitchell Robinson signing with the Boston Celtics and Steve Cohen’s public defense of David Stearns' long-term plan for the Mets. 01:23 - Mitchell Robinson Knicks Exit 05:52 - Defining A Yankee Swoon 12:52 - Steve Cohen Podcast Interview 16:54 - Fr...

Big Mac analyzes the breaking news of Jaylen Brown's trade to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George. He also expresses frustration over the New York Yankees' seven-game losing streak, criticizing Anthony Volpe's decision-making and the team's offensive struggles. 01:00 - Jaylen Brown Trade News 05:18 - Volpe Bunt Decision Critique 10:58 - Analyzing Yankees Summer Swoons 17:47 - Volpe vs Caballero...

Chris McMonigle and Craig debate whether Cohen's commitment to Stearns is smart ownership or completely tone-deaf, especially with the Mets sitting near the bottom of the National League and reportedly preparing to sell at the trade deadline.

The Yankees' losing streak just keeps getting worse, and Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle are asking one question: What was Aaron Boone thinking?!

On WFAN, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to the Mets owner's podcast appearance where he confirmed there was tension between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto during the 2025 season. Cohen also made it clear that David Stearns will remain the Mets' President of Baseball Operations through his full five-year plan, even as the team spirals.

The New York Yankees have officially entered a full-blown June swoon after dropping their 7th straight game, and Chris McMonigle has had enough. From blown opportunities to Aaron Boone's decisions, Cody Bellinger's struggles, and another frustrating extra-inning loss, Craig Carton and Big Mac break down everything that's gone wrong in the Bronx. Plus, Mitchell Robinson leaves the Knicks to sign wi...

Darryl Strawberry joins the program to share his perspective on the Mets' rebuilding phase and the need for a respected manager like Carlos Beltran or Albert Pujols. They also analyze the Yankees' five-game skid, LeBron James' departure from Los Angeles, and a significant Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes. 01:50 - Yankees June Swoon 05:45 - Rice Offensive Struggles 11:40 - Postseason Li...

The Yankees' recent losing streak sparks a heated debate over whether the team is entering a "June swoon" amidst significant injuries to stars like Aaron Judge. Discussion shifts to a recent Supreme Court ruling on trans athletes in sports and the impressive dedication shown by Jalen Brunson to the Knicks. They also examine LeBron James' potential Lakers exit and the ongoing organizational silence...

Craigie and Big Mac analyze LeBron James' departure from the Lakers, labeling his tenure a disappointment despite the bubble championship. They also debate Shohei Ohtani's historical greatness, questioning if a player can be the best ever without playing the field. Finally, they quiz a local intern on classic pop culture and discuss the intricacies of athlete hair transplants. 01:20 - LeBron Leave...

They discuss the results of a listener poll regarding whether LL Cool J or Biggie Smalls is most associated with the song "Going Back to Cali" before pivoting to the New York Yankees' recent struggles. The conversation covers Aaron Judge's rehab progress and the pressure on younger players like Ben Rice and Cam Schlittler to fill the void. Callers also weigh in on the New York Mets' season and loc...

Craigie and Big Mac analyze the latest "LOL Mets" moments, including an embarrassing outfield misplay and an on-deck circle injury. Mets legend Darryl Strawberry joins the program to preach patience during the rebuild and discusses the leadership vacuum within the clubhouse. 01:22 - Juan Soto's Outfield Blunder 06:40 - Fans React To Struggles 11:05 - Mauricio Hits Francisco Alvarez 16:45 - Soccer...

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to another embarrassing Mets loss, Juan Soto's disastrous defensive play, the growing questions surrounding the clubhouse, Lindor's visible frustration, Bo Bichette's emotional return to Toronto, and why this team is looking more like a Little League squad than a playoff contender.

The Yankees have dropped five straight, the offense has disappeared, and now Aaron Judge's injury timeline is raising even more concerns. Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate whether this is officially a "June swoon," why Ben Rice and Cam Schlittler must carry the team, and what Judge's latest rehab update means for the Yankees' playoff hopes.

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle take a call from 19-year-old Anthony, a passionate Mets fan who refuses to give up on his team despite a disappointing season. What starts as a baseball conversation turns into a heartfelt discussion about family, the 2015 World Series, grandma's famous meatballs, and why sports mean so much to fans of all ages.

Who owns "Going Back to Cali"- LL Cool J or The Notorious B.I.G.? Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle turn a simple music question into an all-out debate, complete with a live listener poll that delivers a surprising result! Then the conversation goes completely off the rails with a rapid-fire trivia game featuring songs named after cities and states, hilarious intern struggles, and an unexpected NBA...

From Big Mac's controversial hat getting compared to Spike Lee and LL Cool J, to Craig's brutally honest thoughts on going bald, comb-overs, and John Cena's hair transplant, the laughs don't stop. The conversation even spirals into classic TV shows, Beatles trivia with the interns, and whether Shohei Ohtani deserves to win the Cy Young Award.

Craigy and Big Mac debate the legitimacy of LeBron James' tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers and rank the greatest players in franchise history. They also discuss Shohei Ohtani's historic season and whether a player can be considered the greatest of all time without playing the field. 01:33 - Mitchell Robinson Update 02:15 - LeBron Laker Legacy 11:48 - Top Ten Lakers List 21:30 - Shohei Ohtani Deb...

Craig and C-Mac examine the New York Yankees' recent five-game slide and debate whether the fan base is overreacting compared to previous New York Knicks struggles. They also discuss the Supreme Court's ruling on transgender athletes in sports and clarify soccer rules with Anthony Gallo. 01:00 - Soccer Shootouts and Josh Hart 03:05 - Gallo Explains Soccer Rules 07:09 - Yankees Slump vs Knicks 13:5...

Are the Yankees officially in a June swoon? Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate whether New York's five-game skid is just a rough stretch or the beginning of something much worse. With Aaron Judge still out, Ben Rice and Cody Bellinger struggling, and the offense completely disappearing, Craig says the Yankees "stink right now" while Big Mac isn't ready to panic just yet.

Following a historically brutal weekend in Boston, we break down the Yankees' alarming offensive collapse and Aaron Boone's baffling post-game reaction. Plus, we look ahead to the trade deadline and debate whether it's finally time for Brian Cashman to go all-in.

Chris McMonigle is NOT happy after the Yankees lost what he declared the worst loss of the season to finish the worst series of the season. C-Mac sounds off on the scuffling offense, as Ben Rice and Cody Bellinger have contributed NOTHING of late, which is hurting the team while Aaron Judge is hurt (4:45). C-Mac also took exception to Jazz Chisholm leaving the clubhouse and not speaking to reporte...