The Mike Francesa Podcast

The Week 1 Sunday afternoon slate was full of adventure, and Mike Francesa shares his instant reaction to the games. The New York Giants pull out a huge in a Tennessee. Hear Mike's take on this game and more from the NFL

Mike Francesa breaks down Week 1 in the NFL in the first Francesa Football Friday.

Radio Hall of Fame inductee Chris "Mad Dog" Russo joins Mike Francesa to look at the Mets & Yankees as October approaches. Mike & The Mad Dog also take a deep look at the NFL season before Week 1 kickoff. 

Mike Francesa looks ahead to this week's MLB matchups for the Mets & Yankees and wonders why anyone is pitching to Aaron Judge. The Mets are playing down to their competition in what should be wins against the Nationals and Pirates. Mike also answers your emails.

Although Aaron Judge continues to pound the ball, the Yankees are in a real tailspin in the bullpen, finishing the month with a 10-18 record.  The Mets went 19-11 this month, and you can feel the energy around this club. Mike Francesa gives his take on the state of both clubs and also answers listener emails.

Mike Francesa talks to WFAN founder Jeff Smulyan about the genesis of the station and the strength of sports radio across the nation.

Mike Francesa is back with thoughts on the Giants & Jets as they get ready for Week 1. The Mets are holding off Atlanta, but the Yankees have fallen back to Earth. The Bronx Bombers have been unable to rectify their closer situation, and now have to hope for the best. Mike also reads listener emails.

On this episode, Mike interviews Mariano Rivera, the former Yankees pitcher who played 19 seasons in NYC. Rivera is working as co-president of the new United International Baseball League, which aims to bring pro baseball to India, Pakistan, and the Middle East. Mariano also talks about the pressures of the MLB playoffs and the Yankees' chances of making the World Series. Subscribe today so you ne...

Mike answers your emails for the entire episode in a special edition of the Mike Francesa Podcast. Mike talks how he would rank the greatest NY sports moments on radio, his memoir, NFL broadcast teams, golf courses, athletes & sports leagues' relationships with betting, how baseball isn't connecting with the youth yet and all-time greatest pitchers. 

On this episode, Mike interviews former Yankees star Bernie Williams, a center fielder who won four World Series titles in New York. Williams was a five-time MLB All-Star and in 2015, the team honored him by retiring his uniform number 51.  Mike also chat about Williams' work as a guitarist, one who has released two jazz albums. He was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2009.Subscribe today so you ne...

On this episode, Mike Francesa digs into the latest on the NY Mets and Yankees, and offers his remarks on the lives and legacies of NBA legend Bill Russell and sports broadcaster Vin Scully. He also responds to your emails. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode of the Mike Francesa Podcast.

On this episode, Mike Francesa and NY Post columnist Steve Serby ask whether the NY Giants and NY Jets will find success in the upcoming NFL season. Giants head coach  Brian Daboll has his work cut out for him and his team may struggle to make the playoffs. The Jets are in a similar situation -- coach Robert Saleh and QB Zach Wilson must compete to win this year instead of playing not to lose. Sub...

On this episode, Mike Francesa breaks down the high-intensity Subway Series between the Mets and Yankees. Max Scherzer faced down Aaron Judge & the Yanks and won bragging rights in NYC. Where do both clubs go from here, especially with the impending MLB trade deadline? Mike also reads and responds to your emails. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode of the Mike Francesa Podcast.

Mike Francesa and MLB legend Bobby Valentine break down possible trade options regarding Juan Soto and the Mets, as well as the White Sox, Baltimore Orioles and other playoff hopefuls. They also dig into the massive NYC clash between the New York Yankees and NY Mets in the Subway Series. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode of the Mike Francesa Podcast.

Mike Francesa breaks down the moves that both the Mets and Yankees must make before the MLB trade deadline. He then previews the highly anticipated clash between the Mets and Yankees in the Subway Series. You'll also hear him answer listener emails.

Buck Showalter joins Mike Francesa to talk about the first 90 games that finds the Mets in first place in the NL East. Mike & Buck talk about playing in New York, the New York fanbase and what it's going to take to make it to the World Series.

Mike Francesa updates listeners on the NY Yankees and Matt Carpenter, who broke out of a short slump and continue their dominating ways. He says next week's Subway Series between the Yankees and NY Mets is going to be the highlight of the summer sports season. Plus, a recap of the the thrilling British Open and Cam Smith's torrid putting, and answers to listener emails.

Mike Francesa breaks down the British Open at St. Andrews with Golfweek writer David Dusek. The course and weather forecast will likely favor long hitters this week, as well as players who can escape the course's 107 bunkers. Will LIV Golf participants be eligible to play in future major tournaments? Lawsuits and controversy loom on the horizon for both LIV converts and PGA hardliners. Plus, quick...

The New York Mets are starting to feel the heat from the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies. The Boston Red Sox salvaged some pride over the weekend against the New York Yankees. Mike Francesa talks about these topics and Top 10 quarterbacks going into the 2022 NFL season. Matt Ryan is being overlooked.  Mike also answers your emails.

Mike Francesa breaks down the dominating Yankees bullpen & pegs the Citi Field Subway Series showdown on July 26 as the event of the summer. Mike also looks at the Baker Mayfield trade and responds to your emails, including his thoughts on Notre Dame going to a conference. 

Both Jacob deGrom & Max Scherzer made their way into the Mets lineup before the All-Star Break. Mike Francesa gives his analysis of their return. The Houston Astros keep showing that they're a top-tier squad; is a trading deadline arms race on the horizon between them & the New York Yankees? The Yanks are trying to find more ways to get Matt Carpenter into the lineup with his homer-laden bat. Mike...

The Nets situation looks unsalvageable, but the Knicks are making key moves. Mike Francesa breaks down two teams going in different directions. College football is about to look unrecognizable because of all the money flowing in. Mike also answers your emails.

Mike Francesa comments on the red-hot NY Yankees and says that the NY Mets could be unstoppable in the NL East once Max Scherzer and Jacob DeGrom return. The NY Knicks desperately need a point guard like Jalen Brunson but they're relying on cooperation from the Dallas Mavericks. Also, the New York Giants and NY Jets are hopeful as the start of NFL training camp approaches. Finally, Mike responds t...

Mike Francesa reacts to the Yankees getting no-hit by the Astros and escaping with a series split. The Yankees bullpen is elite, but the Astros showed how to neutralize the Yankees bats. The Red Sox have somehow snuck into second place. Atlanta is starting to put the pressure on the Mets. Mike also reads your emails. Subscribe to The Mike Francesa Podcast so you don't miss a single episode. 00:00...

Mike Francesa welcomes Brian Geltzeiler to talk about what to expect at the NBA Draft. Subscribe to The Mike Francesa Podcast so you don't miss a single episode. 00:00 Wiggins was the key to Golden State's championship09:15 Several options at the top of the draft14:40 Expected pick order from Geltzeiler's sources19:00 Will the Nets sign Kyrie Irving long-term?22:10 How do the Lakers get better?27:...