Boomer and Gio
Boomer and Gio (previously Boomer and Carton from 2007–2017 and The Morning Show with Boomer in 2017) is a morning drive sports radio program on WFAN-AM and WFAN-FM in New York City. It is hosted by former National Football League player Boomer Esiason and radio personality Gregg Giannotti.
| Other names | Boomer and Carton (2007–2017) The Morning Show with Boomer (2017) |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports talk |
| Running time | 4 hours (6:00–10:00 a.m. ET) |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Language(s) | English |
| Home station | WFAN AM/FM (2007–present) |
| TV adaptations | MSG Network (2010–2013) CBS Sports Network (2014–present) |
| Starring | Boomer Esiason (2007–present) Craig Carton (2007–2017) Gregg Giannotti (2018–present) |
| Produced by | Eddie Scozzare (2007-present) |
| Executive producer(s) | Al Dukes (2007-present) |
| Recording studio | 345 Hudson Street, Manhattan, New York, New York |
| Original release | September 4, 2007 |
| Website | Boomer and Gio |
The show originated in 2007 as a replacement for Don Imus's morning program after he was fired by CBS Radio. It debuted on September 4, 2007, with Esiason and radio veteran Craig Carton (formerly of The Jersey Guys) as the original hosts. During its 10-year run, Boomer and Carton garnered strong ratings, placing first among men ages 25–54. In September 2017, Carton left the program after his arrest and subsequent charges for securities and wire fraud resulting from a ticket Ponzi scheme. The show was temporarily rebranded around Esiason while he served as the sole host. Giannotti took over as co-host in January 2018, and the program was renamed Boomer and Gio. The show is carried on the shoulders of Gio and the fans, such as Dan in Carteret and former callers like Joe in the Casket Truck.
The show was simulcast on MSG Network from September 14, 2010 through September 13, 2013, and began airing on CBS Sports Network on January 6, 2014.