Boomer & Gio Podcast (WHOLE SHOW)
Hour 1
Today on the show, Gio and Jerry are filling in for Boomer, who's at Joe Burrow's golf tournament in Cincinnati. Gio wants Jerry to wear the Celtics jersey to tease Boomer. The new Pope being a Villanova graduate and its connection to the "Villanova Knicks" was also mentioned. Before his update, C-Lo discussed the Five Borough Bike Tour and his Rangers podcast with Boomer, noting his hiccups are gone. The show previewed Knicks/Celtics game 3 and touched on the Timberwolves evening their series with the Warriors, including Draymond Green's comments about media portrayal. The Oilers' 2-0 series lead against the Golden Knights was noted. The hour ended with a discussion about seagulls at the Vatican signaling the new Pope.
Hour 2
Gio discussed a potentially embarrassing video revealing the Giants' desire to trade up for Cam Ward, questioning how Abdul Carter and Jaxson Dart might feel. Jerry argued that as the #1 pick, they shouldn't be offended, but Gio suggested young players' egos might take it differently. Despite the tough NFC East and a challenging schedule where they might be underdogs in every game, Jerry is taking the over on 5.5 Giants wins. Before C-Lo's update, Eddie from Commack, the Mets fan pictured at the Vatican, called in. The conversation then shifted to the new Pope, with Evan Roberts linking Jalen Brunson beyond the Villanova connection, and clips of Chris Russo breaking down the new Pope. Finally, a self-proclaimed #1 Al Dukes fan shared a "Cinco de Five-0" about Al, followed by Jerry's own list of Al's annoying habits.
Hour 3
Gio noted the Knicks would feel great up 3-0 but are still in a good position at 2-1, despite being underdogs. Jerry is wearing a Celtics jersey in Boomer's chair to annoy him over his Nets fandom. The conversation touched on George Pickens joining the Cowboys and the challenge for Dak Prescott managing him and Cee Dee Lam b. They took Knicks calls regarding game 3, and Gio mentioned a new Black Mirror episode. Caller Tracy asked if Gio and Jerry played sports growing up. C-Lo's update included Paul Pierce not walking barefoot to work as promised after the Knicks' win, Boston sports radio dismissing the Knicks as "trash," an usher trying to remove Knicks fans, and Dave Portnoy calling them "despicable." The hour concluded with Jerry announcing a charity golf tournament on August 18th in Marlboro, NJ, and a mention of a pro-am involving Kevin Costner.
Hour 4
Pablo Torre reported that Bill Belichick's girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, is banned from UNC facilities, prompting Gio to comment on how attractiveness can influence tolerance for "crazy." C-Lo's final update included sounds of the Timberwolves' win over the Warriors, Charles Barkley criticizing players for being "wussies," the Oilers' OT win against the Golden Knights, and the Rangers introducing Mike Sullivan as coach. Clips featured Chris Russo "ranking Popes" and Julian Edelman noting Belichick becoming a distraction after preaching against them. Abdul Carter will wear #51 in rookie camp (potentially changing), and Rafael Devers is resisting the Red Sox's suggestion to play first base. The Moment of the Day was Chris Russo breaking down the new Pope. Gio concluded the week discussing Mother's Day pressure, stating that morning golf is unacceptable.
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