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After more than a decade on national and local radio with Tiki Barber, Brandon Tierney is turning it up a notch, partnering with Sal Licata for a dynamic duo of NYC natives!
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BT & Sal react live to the explosive breaking news: NBA figures Terry Rozier and coach Chauncey Billups were arrested as part of a massive, multi-year FBI probe into illegal gambling and sports rigging involving La Cosa Nostra. The hosts slam the shocking details—tens of millions in fraud, prop bets fixed by faked injuries, and high-tech rigged poker games using X-ray tables and hidden cameras. They passionately argue that the scandal shatters the integrity of sports, proving that immense player salaries won't stop cheating driven by addiction or the "rush." This is every fan's worst fear confirmed.
BT & Sal detonate over a chaotic opening week in New York sports! Hour 1 blasts the Knicks' lofty expectations, with Sal questioning if Mike Brown can lead them to the Finals and BT calling Karl-Anthony Towns' defensive "deficiencies a massive problem." They analyze the "one-thing-great, one-thing-awful" roster and size up the Eastern Conference threats. Hour 2 goes nuclear on Jets owner Woody Johnson, labeling him a "clueless idiot" for publicly torching his quarterback and embarrassing the franchise, which pivots into a debate over the Knicks' wisdom in replacing Tom Thibodeau. Hour 3 sees BT deliver a savage final blow to the "Unkillable Brand," telling disillusioned Jet fans to "Stay Home!"
The segment concludes with Three Random Questions:
Should it matter why you take off of work for a day?
If you saw a coworker in a supermarket, would you say hello or avoid him?
What's worse: being without heat or without a washing machine?
BT & Sal dive into the highly anticipated Knicks season opener, immediately raising the bar and the pressure on the new-look team. Sal questions whether coach Mike Brown is the right fit to take the Knicks to the Finals, fearing he lacks the intensity to push the team when it counts, while Brandon Tierney finds the lofty expectations "a less enjoyable watch." The debate centers on Karl-Anthony Towns, with the hosts agreeing that his defensive and physical "deficiencies" are a "massive problem when it matters." They slam the roster's "too many of those guys" who are great at one thing and "awful at that." The segment concludes with a look at the Eastern Conference, where they analyze projected win totals and identify the Cavaliers and the young Magic as the Knicks' primary threats.
BT & Sal torch Woody Johnson after the Jets owner's latest quotes, labeling him "clueless" and an "idiot" for publicly criticizing his quarterback and team. The discussion pivots to the Knicks, where they debate whether the move to Mike Brown over Tom Thibodeau was a mistake, given the team's massive "all-in" payroll and lofty expectations. Sal defends his non-fanboy analysis, while BT details the shameful list of Knicks point guards from the last two decades.
The segment concludes with Three Random Questions:
Should it matter why you take off of work for a day?
If you saw a coworker in a supermarket, would you say hello or avoid him?
What's worse: being without heat or without a washing machine?
BT & Sal kick off the Knicks' opening night with a fiery debate over championship expectations. Sal argues the season will "fall far short" of an NBA Finals run, questioning the Karl-Anthony Towns/Jalen Brunson pairing and declaring Mike Brown an unproven, "player-friendly" coach who lacks structure.
The hosts then pivot to the Jets' quarterback catastrophe, ripping coach Aaron Glenn for refusing to name a starter for Sunday, citing a "competitive advantage." They call the secrecy an "embarrassment" and a "clown show," noting that both Justin Fields and the injured Tyrod Taylor are non-threats, rendering the "competitive advantage" a joke. The segment culminates with BT suggesting Jets fans should stop attending games to protest Woody Johnson's ownership.
BT & Sal welcome legendary WFAN host Steve Somers to the studio to discuss his new book, Me Here, You There, available for pre-order on November 18th. The interview is fiery and deeply personal, covering his incredible career journey, from boxing three rounds with Muhammad Ali and watching the Immaculate Reception with John Madden, to his decades at WFAN. Somers reveals sensitive, never-before-heard stories about overcoming prostate cancer and his struggle with alcoholism (which led to a 30-day rehab stint) while working the overnight shift. He also offers honest, behind-the-scenes takes on his difficult midday pairing with Russ Salzberg and details his unlikely friendship and correspondence with Jerry Seinfeld, who wrote the book's foreword.
WFAN legend Steve Somers joins BT & Sal live to promote his new book, "Me Here, You There," and things get fiery! Somers doesn't hold back, diving deep into the "controversial" history of his midday pairing with Russ Salzberg, labeling it a difficult "good cop, bad cop" situation. He defends his honesty about Salzberg's low solo ratings and non-radio style, recalling the strained relationship and Salzberg's mockery of the "Fearless Forecaster." Somers also reflects on the "intimate" nature of radio, the "treacherous" side of the broadcasting business, and shares his appreciation for the WFA community and the show's history.
BT & Sal have WFAN legend Steve Somers live in studio to promote his new book, Me Here, You There: My Three Decades Overnight Under the Covers Schmoozing Sports as Captain Midnight for WFAN. The conversation quickly ignites as Somers reveals unbelievable stories from the book, including:
Howard Cosell getting him suspended for criticizing Cosell as a "caricature of himself."
Joan Rivers calling his overnight show to recommend a cleaning lady.
The painful 1975 cruise vacation where his girlfriend left him for the table's waiter (his "ship of fools" moment).
His shocking first meeting with Jerry Seinfeld in a bodega.
The hosts praise Somers' "crazy" edge and undeniable talent, arguing he never needed Seinfeld's celebrity, even as he details the generous emails and foreword Seinfeld contributed to the book. They also get his thoughts on everything from his favorite Rock and Roll (no "acid rock") to his younger days doing Evel Knievel-style stunts for TV in Atlanta.
BT & Sal sit down with legendary WFAN host Steve Somers to promote his new book, "Me Here, You There." The interview is anything but a schmooze, as Somers discusses the deeply personal stories he kept hidden from listeners for decades, including battling prostate cancer and his decision to go to rehab early in his WFAN career to get sober. Somers reveals the struggle of caring for his disabled brother while maintaining his demanding on-air persona, explaining why he never burdened his callers with his real-life turmoil. He also clarifies the origin of the yellow legal pad and shares his philosophy on writing for radio: simplicity for the ear.
WFAN legends collide as Steve Somers joins BT & Sal live in the studio to promote his new book, Me Here, You There (out November 18th). Somers delivers his signature unscripted insights, revealing his path from a kid on the Left Coast to a defining voice in New York sports.
He reflects on his "intimate connection" with the listeners, the Mets adopting him, and wild career moments, including watching the Immaculate Reception film with John Madden and getting into the ring with Muhammad Ali. Somers also shares the surprising (and forbidden) gambling-related origin of his famous "over the night and under the covers" catchphrase, weighs in on which sport has changed the most (football!), and explains why he can't go to the dentist!
BT & Sal dive into the dark history of the Knicks' point guard position, reeling off a shocking list of names from 2009 to the arrival of Jalen Brunson. They debate the relative "fun" of this era compared to the higher expectations of the current team, revisiting the nightmare of the '17- and 23-win seasons' and the utter dysfunction of the Isiah/D'Antoni/Woodson eras. BT reads an ascending-order list of names from Chris Duhon to Elfrid Payton to truly underscore the drought, highlighting just how transformative Brunson's arrival has been in ending the Knicks' "bottom of the barrel embarrassment." They also touch on the firing of Tom Thibodeau and the high expectations for new coach Mike Brown, arguing that Tibbs did more with far less talent.
BT & Sal go off on Jets owner Woody Johnson's astonishing, tone-deaf comments to the media, where he openly ripped the quarterback and questioned the fans. Sal calls the owner an "idiot pertaining to football," arguing Woody is "hopeless and clueless" and his comments are an embarrassment. The hosts dissect the fallout from the owner's remarks, agreeing that while it's "wasted breath" to scream "sell the team," Johnson is so "out of touch" he doesn't realize the damage he's doing. The conversation then pivots to a fiery fan call about Knicks expectations, where Sal defends his honest assessment that he doesn't believe the team will meet lofty championship hopes this season, regardless of his loyalty as a fan.
BT & Sal dissect the wide-open Eastern Conference as the Knicks tip off, arguing that the predicted top-tier is misleading. While they respect the Cavaliers and an ascending Orlando Magic (a potential 50-win team!), they dismiss the Sixers and question the future of the Bucks amid Giannis trade rumors. The hosts turn their scrutiny to the Knicks, challenging the Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns tandem, asking if they have the championship DNA of a duo like Brunson and Giannis. They also blast the team's questionable opening night rest for key players like Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson, with Sal voicing a strong suspicion that the center's injury is being "a little bit cute" and may be more serious. The pressure is on for the most talented Knicks roster of all-time to finally get it done!
BT & Sal go all-in on the Mike Brown hire for the Knicks, debating if his "softer" approach is a good fit for a team with championship-or-bust expectations. Sal is convinced a 5-seed would be an "unacceptable" disaster, while BT raises the specter of a Don Nelson-esque culture clash where star Jalen Brunson could eventually run the new coach out. They grill the polarizing take that Brown is "better as a number two" and fears that he might be "too nice" for the demanding New York market, questioning if the veteran coach can command the necessary respect from a star-heavy locker room to achieve the ultimate goal.
BT and Sal clash over the New York Knicks' opening night and season expectations, arguing whether it's "championship or bust" after major offseason moves. BT admits he doesn't believe in new coach Mike Brown to get them over the hump, while Sal worries the team lacks a second superstar and highlights Karl-Anthony Towns' defensive deficiencies and "soft" demeanor as a major postseason liability. They also debate whether the players, specifically Towns and Bridges, were the driving force behind the decision to move on from Tom Thibodeau, and question if the team's core—including Mitchell Robinson and Jalen Brunson—has too many "major liabilities" (defense, shooting, free throws) to actually win an NBA title.
The best reactions to the Jets' Week 7 loss to Carolina from Boomer & Gio, BT & Sal, and Evan & Tiki.
Hour 1: Despite a disheartening ending, the Giants first three quarters in Denver PROVED that the Giants can hang with ANY team in the NFC. Can we put more blame on the talented Giants defense? The Mets passed on George Springer, that was a mistake. Plus, Donny Baseball made the World Series.
Hour 2: Matt Barnes says Mike Brown is SOFT and will FAIL in New York -- The guys respond. Hoff is out today...to take BP at Citi Field? And, Bald Face Truth, Bald Face Lie.
Hour 3: The Giants future is bright, but the guys say the Giants still have a lot to play for in 2025! Evan Roberts' Twitter Baseball stats. Brian Baldinger tries to make sense of the Giants EPIC collapse.
Hour 4: Mike Brown is already taking some heat, can he be the guy to get KAT and the Knicks over the hump? A caller called Aaron Judge a 'compiler'. Woody Johnson met the media. Plus, Call of the Day.
Hour 1: Despite a disheartening ending, the Giants first three quarters in Denver PROVED that the Giants can hang with ANY team in the NFC. Can we put more blame on the talented Giants defense? The Mets passed on George Springer, that was a mistake. Plus, Donny Baseball made the World Series.
Hour 2: Matt Barnes says Mike Brown is SOFT and will FAIL in New York -- The guys respond. Hoff is out today...to take BP at Citi Field? And, Bald Face Truth, Bald Face Lie.
Hour 3: The Giants future is bright, but the guys say the Giants still have a lot to play for in 2025! Evan Roberts' Twitter Baseball stats. Brian Baldinger tries to make sense of the Giants EPIC collapse
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