Mike Francesa breaks down the Mets game 2 win against San Diego. The dominance of deGrom and clutch hitting helped the Mets even the series. Can Chris Bassitt carry the torch in game 3?
Oct 09, 2022•17 min•Ep. 79
Mike Francesa give his thoughts on the beat-down that was game 1 Mets vs Padres.
Oct 08, 2022•14 min•Ep. 78
Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 5 action. The NY Giants v Packers game happens across the Atlantic in London. And Zach Wilson and the NY Jets take on a depleted Dolphins squad -- with Tua on the sideline, can Teddy Bridgewater and Tyreek Hill connect? Mike also answers your emails.
Oct 07, 2022•43 min•Ep. 77
Mike Francesa talks to MLB Network analyst and former Braves player Mark DeRosa to look ahead to the MLB Playoff series.
Oct 06, 2022•43 min•Ep. 76
On this episode, Mike tips his hat to Yankees star Aaron Judge, who crushed his 62nd home run of the year last night to pass Roger Maris' record. How does Judge's season stack up to the all-time greats? Mike also answers your emails.
Oct 05, 2022•31 min•Ep. 75
With the division title at risk, the NY Mets lose to the Atlanta Braves. The Braves did "everything" better than the Mets and now control their own destiny as the postseason approaches.
Oct 03, 2022•25 min•Ep. 74
Mike Francesa reacts to the Week 4 wins for the Jets & Giants and looks at performances around the league.
Oct 03, 2022•25 min•Ep. 73
Mike Francesa offers NFL Week 4 news and analysis. A war of attrition is underway as injuries decimate rosters around the league. QB Zach Wilson is back under center for Jets vs Steelers. And surprisingly, either the Giants or Bears will be 3-1 after this weekend -- which team will it be? Mike also answers your emails!
Sep 30, 2022•33 min•Ep. 72
Mike Francesa and Bobby Valentine analyze the Mets’ circumstances as the MLB season winds down. The division title has never been more important – and the Braves aren’t giving up the chase.
Sep 29, 2022•25 min•Ep. 71
Mike Francesa says the Mets have their hands full as the end of the MLB season approaches. He also answers your emails.
Sep 29, 2022•24 min•Ep. 70
Mike says the Giants were outplayed "everywhere" by the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. He notes that the Giants could easily be 0-3, but they're 2-1 and with a winnable game this weekend against the struggling Chicago Bears. He also answers your emails.
Sep 27, 2022•24 min•Ep. 69
Mike Francesa notes that the MLB season is winding down and excitement is growing for the Mets, Yankees, and Aaron Judge. Plus, he answers your emails.
Sep 26, 2022•30 min•Ep. 68
Mike Francesa looks at the early NFL slate. The Jets were never really in the game against the Bengals. Mike looks at what went wrong as the Jets move to 1-2.
Sep 25, 2022•24 min•Ep. 67
Mike breaks down NFL Week 3 storylines. The winless Bengals visit the NY Jets this Sunday, and Joe Burrow and Cincinnati face a must-win situation if they want to make the playoffs. Mike says the NY Giants could easily be 0-2, but thanks to excellent coaching, they'll take a spotless record into their game against the Dallas Cowboys.
Sep 23, 2022•32 min•Ep. 66
Mike rejoices at New York's extraordinary sports season and answers your emails. You'll hear his takes on Giants QB Daniel Jones, NFL storylines and why Urban Meyer failed, the dismal state of U.S. politics and more. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode of the Mike Francesa Podcast!
Sep 20, 2022•31 min•Ep. 65
Mike Francesa gives his take on the Jets miracle win, the Giants victory, and the feckless Colts. No lead is safe in the 2022 edition of the NFL. The Cowboys & Bengals both head to NY next week and are heading in two different directions.
Sep 19, 2022•25 min•Ep. 64
Get Mike Francesa's analysis of the NFL Week 2 matchups.
Sep 16, 2022•41 min•Ep. 63
On this episode of the Mike Francesa Podcast, Mike responds to your emails. He breaks down Patrick Mahomes' Hall of Fame odds and how the Jets might fare with Robert Saleh at the helm. And on the heels of yet another 9/11 anniversary, he recounts some harrowing moments of the historic day.
Sep 15, 2022•20 min•Ep. 62
Former Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum joins Mike Francesa to recap NFL Week 1. What are concerns and what are overreactions from the games.
Sep 14, 2022•44 min•Ep. 61
Mike Francesa welcomes Terry Collins to the show to break down the Mets playoff run. Can the Mets hold off Atlanta to get the first round bye?
Sep 13, 2022•42 min•Ep. 60
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
Sep 12, 2022•40 min•Ep. 59
Mike Francesa breaks down Week 1 in the NFL in the first Francesa Football Friday.
Sep 09, 2022•44 min•Ep. 58
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.
Sep 08, 2022•42 min•Ep. 57
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.
Sep 07, 2022•29 min•Ep. 56
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.
Sep 01, 2022•21 min•Ep. 55
Mike Francesa talks to WFAN founder Jeff Smulyan about the genesis of the station and the strength of sports radio across the nation.
Aug 30, 2022•29 min•Ep. 54
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.
Aug 29, 2022•31 min•Ep. 53
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 never miss an episode of the Mike Francesa Podcast.
Aug 15, 2022•22 min•Ep. 52
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.
Aug 11, 2022•30 min•Ep. 51
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 never miss an episode of the Mike Francesa Podcast.
Aug 08, 2022•33 min•Ep. 50