Mike Previews the Kentucky Derby
Mike Francesa previews the Kentucky Derby and gives us some of his favorite horses heading into the race. 00:00 NBA and Saratoga 06:01 Derby Contenders Analysis 35:30 Kentucky Oaks Preview
May 01, 2026•49 min
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Knicks Trounce Hawks and the Mets Lose Again
Mike Francesa discusses the Knicks' historic playoff victory over the Hawks and their potential to win the Eastern Conference. Also, the Mets lose again. When will the front office do something? 00:00 Knicks Destroy Hawks 08:30 Mets' Season Woes 16:33 When Will the Mets Front Office Do Something?
May 01, 2026•33 min
Knicks, Yankees and Mets All Win
The Knicks win Game 5 against the Hawks in dominating fashion. The Yankees and Mets also win and Mike discusses how the NCAA is planning on expanding the tournament. 00:00 Knicks Statement Win 06:31 Yankees and Mets 09:28 Kentucky Derby Preview 21:50 NCAA Tournament Set To Expand
Apr 29, 2026•29 min
Francesa Returns: Mets Struggles, Knicks Locked Up and Reaction to NFL Draft
Mike Francesa is back to break down everything going on with the Mets, plus he gives his reaction to the Jets & Giants Drafts. 00:00 Mike is Back! 05:04 Mets Struggles 19:19 Yankees Insights 30:12 NFL Draft Overview 38:28 Knicks Playoff Breakdown
Apr 27, 2026•48 min
Yankees Win, Mets Shutout , NBA Playoffs
Mike Francesa shares his thoughts on a memorable night at Yankee Stadium . Also, is it time to panic about the Mets and some thoughts on the NBA. 00:00 Yankees Win Over the Angels 09:30 Mets' Struggles 17:40 NBA Criticism
Apr 14, 2026•32 min
Mike Recaps Rory's Win and a Rough Weekend for the Mets and Yankees
Mike Francesa discusses Rory McIlroy's victory in Augusta. Also the Mets and Yankees have both lost 5 in a row. Is it time to panic? 00:00 Masters Recap 12:00 Yankees' Struggles 21:20 Mets' Challenges 28:25 NBA Regular Season Critique
Apr 13, 2026•35 min
Mike Previews The Masters Tournament
Mike Francesa dives into the Masters tournament, discussing player form, betting odds, and the allure of Augusta. 00:00 Masters Week Discussion 16:35 Favorite Plays for the Weekend 30:08 NBA Playoffs 32:35 Yankees and Ryan McMahon Struggles
Apr 08, 2026•39 min
George Steinbrenner's Legacy and Iconic Stories with Mike Vaccaro
Mike Francesa and Mike Vaccaro discuss his new book "The Bosses of the Bronx," a deep dive into the Yankees under Steinbrenner's ownership with all its infamous tales and characters. 00:00 The Bosses of the Bronx 00:27 George's Impact on Yankees 02:20 Yankees Ownership Evolution 03:25 Steinbrenner's Legacy 05:10 Yankees' Iconic Moments45:00 Hank and Hal Steinbrenner #yankees #steinbrenner
Apr 07, 2026•1 hr 3 min
Mike Reacts to the National Championship Game
Mike discusses Michigan's National Championship win over UConn. 00:00 Championship Game Overview 02:00 Michigan's Performance 09:00 Closing Remarks on the Game
Apr 07, 2026•23 min
Michigan Dominates Arizona in One-Sided Final Four Game
Michigan overpowers Arizona in a surprising rout, setting up a compelling championship match against UConn. 00:00 Michigan vs. Arizona 01:16 UConn's Winning Pedigree 06:08 Arizona's Embarrassment 09:51 UConn Defeats Illinois
Apr 05, 2026•38 min
Mike Previews the Final Four
Mike breaks down tomorrow's Final Four Matchups. Also a look at the Yankees, with some memories of George Steinbrenner and a preview of The Masters. 00:00 Final Four Preview 05:09 UConn Illinois Matchup 09:18 Michigan Arizona Matchup 22:00 Yankees Home Opener 26:23 The Masters Preview
Apr 03, 2026•43 min
Francesa Mailbag: Geno Smith, Giancarlo Stanton, Knicks and Final Four Preview
Preview of the Final Four highlights Michigan and Arizona's clash with UConn, also in the spotlight. Mike takes emails on the Knicks and Geno Smith. 00:00 UConn's Storyline 17:10 NFL Replacement Officials 19:11 Tiger Woods Discussion 23:00 Emails
Apr 01, 2026•48 min
Live Reaction: UConn's Crazy Comeback Over Duke
UConn stages a historic comeback against Duke in the NCAA tournament. Mike Francesa breaks down the game that will be remembered for ages.
Mar 30, 2026•39 min
Live Reaction: St. John's Loses 80-75 to Duke, Eliminated from the NCAA Tournament
Mike reacts as St. John's Loses 80-75 to Duke and is eliminated from the NCAA Tournament #mikefrancesa #betriversnetwork #marchmadness
Mar 28, 2026•22 min
NCAA Tournament Day Five Reaction + St. John's / Duke Preview
Mike recaps the fifth day of the NCAA Tournament and previews St. John's / Duke. #mikefrancesa #betriversnetwork #marchmadness
Mar 27, 2026•39 min
Ron Darling Talks Mets and Yanks with Mike Francesa
Mike Francesa discusses the Mets and Yankees season prospects with Ron Darling on the BetRivers Network. 00:00 Baseball is Back 01:03 Mets and Yankees Optimism 03:06 Dynamics of the Mets Broadcast Booth 05:20 Mets Strategic Changes and Offseason #Mets #Yankees #MLB
Mar 25, 2026•37 min
Mets and Yanks Opening Day and Around MLB
Mike Francesa discusses the Yankees' Opening Day and the Yankees roster changes, as well as the Mets' offseason moves and around MLB. 00:00 Baseball's Return 01:00 Yankees on Netflix 03:50 Yankees vs Mets Roster 09:00 MLB Team Predictions #mets #yankees #mlb
Mar 24, 2026•57 min
NCAA Day Four Reaction, St John's Advances
Mike reacts to St. John's beating Kansas and moving on to the Sweet 16.
Mar 23, 2026•33 min
NCAA Tournament Day Three Reaction & St. John's-Kansas Preview
Mike recaps the third day of the NCAA Tournament and breaks down Sunday's St. John's-Kansas Round of 32 matchup. 00:00 Sweet 16 Setup 02:39 Today's Game Results 06:09 Tomorrow's Matchups 08:01 Saint John's vs. Kansas 12:11 Pitino's Coaching Journey
Mar 22, 2026•56 min
The Mike Francesa Podcast Live - NCAA Day Two Reaction
Mike recaps the second day of the NCAA Tournament. #mikefrancesa #betriversnetwork #marchmadness
Mar 21, 2026•26 min
The Mike Francesa Podcast Live - NCAA Day One Reaction
Mike recaps the first day of the NCAA Tournament and looks ahead to the Friday and Saturday games. #mikefrancesa #betriversnetwork #marchmadness
Mar 20, 2026•31 min
NCAA Preview with Mike Francesa
Mike breaks down the early games on the NCAA Tournament and gives some picks and analysis. 00:00 March Madness Overview 03:08 Historic NCAA Upsets 10:01 Mid-Major Challenges 19:02 Updated BetRivers Odds 29:28 Final Four Predictions
Mar 19, 2026•49 min
St. John's Tournament Preview & Jets Trade Fields
Mike Francesa takes a look at the East region and St. John's chances to advance to a Final Four, as well as discussing the Jets' trade of Justin Fields. 00:00 NCAA Tournament Overview 01:26 Saint John's Tournament Chances 02:57 Fields Trade Discussion
Mar 16, 2026•40 min
Selection Sunday Bracket Analysis
Mike reacts to Selection Sunday and looks at the NCAA Bracket. 00:00 Selection Sunday Reaction 00:40 East Bracket Analysis 05:55 South and Midwest Brackets 10:46 West Bracket Discussion #football #mikefrancesa #betriversnetwork
Mar 15, 2026•37 min
St. John's Battles UConn, Selection Sunday Preview
Mike Francesa evaluates NCAA tournament seeds, and previews St. John's vs. UConn in the Big East ahead of Selection Sunday. 00:00 Weekend Games 00:31 St. John's vs. UConn 31:35 Conference Tournament Strategies #bigeasttournament #mikefrancesa
Mar 14, 2026•43 min
Jets Add Geno Smith, Giants Roster Takes Shape, Listener Emails
Mike Francesa discusses the NFL free agency as the Jets add Geno Smith and the Giants roster takes shape to the liking of John Harbaugh. 00:00 NFL Free Agency Continues 04:12 Geno Smith's Role 10:36 Big East Tournaments 13:42 Duke's Injury Problems 19:03 Adebayo's Performance Debate 27:06 NFL's Strategic Dominance 33:55 Jets Tanking? #jets #giants #bigeasttournament
Mar 12, 2026•43 min
Giants and Jets Make Moves in Free Agency, Big East Tournament Preview
Mike touches on the Giants and Jets additions via free agency and looks around the league at some of the biggest moves. He also previews the upcoming Big East Tournament. 00:00 NFL Free Agency Begins 01:35 Giants Free Agency Moves 07:53 Jets Free Agency Plans 10:13 Rams and Chiefs 19:03 Ravens and Bills 24:10 NCAA Tournament Insights 32:41 Selection Sunday Preview 38:35 NFL Free Agency Recap
Mar 10, 2026•41 min
Big East Tournament Drama and Lou Holtz's Legacy
Mike Francesa discusses the upcoming Big East Tournament and potential NCAA bids, focusing on teams like Villanova and UConn and discussing the passing of the legendary Lou Holtz 00:40 Big East Tournament 02:52 Lou Holtz Tribute 07:54 Giants Training Camp #bigeasttournament #louholtz #nygiants
Mar 05, 2026•36 min
Giants GM Speaks, Emails on Mark Vientos, Giants Owners and the Yanks Rotation
Mike discusses Joe Schoen's recent comments and takes emails on Mark Vientos, the Yankees pitching staff and Uncut Gems 01:40 Joe Schoen Speaks 06:40 Tim Duncan's Legacy 08:15 The Set of Uncut Gems 10:15 Mark Vientos in the WBC 12:40 Yankees Rotation 18:50 Giants Ownership #yankees #mikefrancesa #betriversnetwork
Mar 03, 2026•30 min
UConn Dominates St. John's + Emails on Mike and the Mad Dog and Jaxson Dart
Mike Francesa discusses St. John's struggles against UConn, focusing on their failure to score late and UConn's defensive triumph. Mike takes emails on Jaxson Dart, Mike Piazza and Mike and the Mad Dog. 01:05 UConn Dominates St. John's 37:30 Jets QB Situation 40:30 Dart Getting Nabers Back 41:59 Piazza vs. Alonso 42:21 USA Hockey 43:40 Mike and the Mad Dog 45:30 Yankees Are Now Ordinary #stjohns #uconn #jaxsondart #mikeandthemaddog
Feb 26, 2026•48 min
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