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The Craig Carton Show

Craig Carton
NFL
NBA
New York Knicks
Lebron James
Kansas City Chiefs
Philadelphia Eagles
New York Giants
New York Jets
Buffalo Bills
Los Angeles Lakers
Jalen Hurts
Super Bowl
Cleveland Browns
Dallas Cowboys
New England Patriots
Shedeur Sanders
Luka Dončić
Miami Dolphins
Patrick Mahomes
New York Mets

Radio Hall of Famer Craig Carton returns with a daily podcast from the heart of Manhattan. Irreverent, entertaining, and compelling, Carton gives his daily take while interviewing the biggest names in sports. The Craig Carton Show is a “must see” and “must listen” event every weekday @ 1pm Eastern. No sacred cows, just real sports talk for real sports fans.

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Tomorrow is going to be the grandest parade in the history of mankind!! But one guy who doesn't deserve to be there is Charles Oakley who must apologize to James Dolan before being allowed back in the mix. Will the Spurs go down as the best team to n... more

Craig introduces us to America's New Breakfast of Champions! Charles Oakley doesn't deserve to be invited to the Knicks parade, but Tom Thibodeau does!! The NFL should suspend Rashee Rice for another game for violating his probation. Is this the year... more

The Knicks win the title and the dynasty has officially begun! Jalen Brunson is a winner and Wemby is a loser! Time for everyone to give the Knicks the credit they deserve. What Wemby did after the series ended was childish and classless. And Craig's... more

This week the show was about one topic the most and that is the New York Knicks facing the Spurs in the NBA Finals. Wemby's play and fouls, Brunson's heroics, OG's tip, KAT, Castle, Harper Jr have all had big moments, while De'Aaron Fox had had mostl... more

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Recent Guests

Elle Duncan
Atlanta-born sports broadcaster, former ESPN contributor and Netflix Sports host; Habitat for Humanity advocate
ESPN, Netflix Sports, Habitat for Humanity
Episode: LeBron is not a Top Ten Laker of All-Time! - The Craig Carton Show | May 6th, 2026
Diana Russini
Sports journalist and insider cited in discussion
The Athletic / ESPN
Episode: The Patriot Way - being scumbags! - The Craig Carton Show | April 20th, 2026
Adam Schefter
NFL insider referenced for reporting
ESPN
Episode: The Patriot Way - being scumbags! - The Craig Carton Show | April 20th, 2026
Robert Kraft
Owner of the New England Patriots
New England Patriots
Episode: The Patriot Way - being scumbags! - The Craig Carton Show | April 20th, 2026
Stockton Hugley
Fifth-grade basketball phenom featured on the show
Hugley family, Utah basketball community
Episode: Congrats to the NBA Champion NY Knicks!! - The Craig Carton Show | April 17th, 2026
Deontay Wilder
Former heavyweight boxing champion
Self / Guest on show
Episode: This Week on Craig Carton Show 4-4-26
Joey Porter
Former NFL linebacker and current talk show host, known for his candid takes on football and teammates.
Episode: LeBron James is a fraud! - The Craig Carton Show | February 11th, 2026
Sage Kimsey
A professional bull rider and team owner
PBR, Professional Bull Riders
Episode: PODCAST EXCLUSIVE! The PBR invades MSG - The Craig Carton Show | January 9th, 2026
Dalen Swearingen
A professional bull rider known for his competitive spirit
PBR, Professional Bull Riders
Episode: PODCAST EXCLUSIVE! The PBR invades MSG - The Craig Carton Show | January 9th, 2026

Hosts

Craig Carton
Host of The Craig Carton Show; prominent media personality with a long-running sports/entertainment presence.
Tyrone Johnson
Co-host and frequent on-air personality; drives rapid-fire, opinionated segments with the main host.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 259 ratings
  • Smart move

    Craigy.By bringing in Tyrone,he has credibility & his Philly view is and has always been strong.best of luck,I’ll be listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imperial boobah
    United States4 months ago
  • Uninformed hack

    Wish I could leave a no-star rating. Nothing but loudmouth blathering.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gipp715
    United States4 months ago
  • MAGA NUT

    This dude is in love with Donald Trump. Having Bad Bunny singing at the Superbowl isn’t divisive.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    michael1460
    United States4 months ago
  • More sports less chatter

    I love Carton but he talks too too much about other things not sports related! He is very talented and we need more sports talk not irrelevant chatter to fill time!

    I always wind up listening for 10 minutes then I leave….

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CARLOSODALIS
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Show

    Great show, love Tyrone, he was a great add!! 97.5 sucks with out him here in Philly… 🫡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jay77333
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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A portion appreciates the bold takes but criticizes occasional over-delivery or bias.
Some listeners wish for more sports focus and less non-sports chatter.
Adds strong credibility with sharp Philly-centric takes and bold opinions.
Chemistry between hosts is a key draw for listeners seeking entertaining banter.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#204
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#129
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#11
Ukraine/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#40
Mexico/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#68
Belgium/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#83
Hong Kong/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Return of the King?! - The Craig Carton Show | February 20th, 2026
Q: What kind of email did the fan send to Russell Westbrook's wife?
The fan sent a disturbing email expressing anger over Westbrook's performance and wishing harm upon them.
Return of the King?! - The Craig Carton Show | February 20th, 2026
Q: How do you know that LeBron James is coming back to play basketball?
There was an announcement about raising ticket prices, indicating they expect him to return.
The Truth about Shedeur! - The Craig Carton Show | January 30th, 2026
Q: What can you tell me about Tahar Mon?
Tahar Mon was charged with multiple felony counts of fraud related to a city beautification program while operating a real estate company.
No more excuses for Josh Allen! - The Craig Carton Show | January 5th, 2026
Q: What's Josh Allen's excuse going to be this year?
The excuse will be health and family distractions.
EXCLUSIVE: ONE-ON-ONE WITH SPICE ADAMS
Q: Do you have a favorite horse in the race for an ex-head coach or is nothing you care about?
I've been saying that they should just hire Terry Smith, as he understands the Penn State tradition and has been successful leading the team amid uncertainty.

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What is The Craig Carton Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show delivers fast-paced, opinionated sports talk with a heavily opinion-driven vibe, covering current NBA narratives, star player legacies, and team rivalries. Frequent pop-culture references, candid banter, and sports betting chatter provide a lively, irreverent flavor that keeps discussions topical and entertaining. A core hook is the dynamic between the hosts as they riff on teams, players, and media coverage, often blending humor with sharp takes and real-time sports headlines. Notable moments frequently hinge on national narratives around basketball culture, with occasional guest mentions and sponsor integrations woven in. This format likely appeals to listeners who want bold perspectives, rapid-fire analysis, and a hometown-spiri... more

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Recent guests on The Craig Carton Show include:

1. Elle Duncan
2. Diana Russini
3. Adam Schefter
4. Robert Kraft
5. Stockton Hugley
6. Deontay Wilder
7. Joey Porter
8. Sage Kimsey

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