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The Mike Francesa Podcast

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New York Yankees
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New York Jets
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Aaron Rodgers
New York Giants
Patrick Mahomes
Gerrit Cole
Super Bowl LVIII
Brock Purdy
Christian Mccaffrey
Juan Soto

Get Mike Francesa's unequaled takes on sports with The Mike Francesa Podcast. Listen to Mike's instant reactions to the biggest games and unbiased sports talk each week. Subscribe today and never miss a minute. Watch Mike live at 10am ET on YouTube on the Mike Francesa Podcast channel.

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Latest Episodes

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 Q... more

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Mike Francesa talks about the latest in Spring on the Mets and Yanks and takes emails on Alex Rodriguez, the Giants and Pete Alonso.

05:15 Mets Roster Update

13:30 Yanks Roster Update

17:10 St. John's Update

35:10 Alex Rodriguez Interview

38:12 How ... more

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Mike Francesa discusses spring training baseball and the Florida teams' schedules plus takes listener emails on Nolan McLean, Mickey Mantle/Joe Namath and being a Mets fan in 2026.

00:50 Around the World of Sports

15:40 McLean in the WBC

19:30 Namat... more

Mike discusses Steve Cohen's comments and offseason expectations for the Mets, MLB Labor unrest and viewer emails on the Jets, Giants and Gerrit Cole.

00:50 MLB Labor Unrest

03:30 Steve Cohen Comments

10:45 Remember Robert Duvall

14:00 Giants Succes... more

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Recent Guests

John Harbaugh
Newly appointed head coach of the New York Giants
New York Giants
Episode: John Harbaugh's Vision for the Giants
Don Mattingly
Former MLB player, long-time Yankee, and current Blue Jays coach
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Don Mattingly on His First World Series
Michael Breed
Golf expert and instructor, seen frequently on Sirius XM and Golf Channel.
Sirius XM, Golf Channel
Episode: 2025 US Open Predictions & Analysis with Michael Breed
Brian Geltzeiler
SiriusXM NBA analyst and podcast host
SiriusXM
Episode: NBA Playoffs Predictions with Brian Geltzeiler - Knicks Face Pistons in Round 1
Justin Rose
Professional golfer and previous Masters competitor
Episode: Rory McIlroy Finally Gets His Green Jacket - Masters Final Round Reactions
Terry Francona
Manager and former player, sharing insights on baseball fights and player dynamics.
Episode: Yankees Avoid Dodgers Sweep & Mets Fight Back in London
Joe Micheletti
Sportscaster and former ice hockey player, regular commentator on Rangers
Episode: Rangers-Hurricanes Preview with Joe Micheletti

Host

Mike Francesa
Host of The Mike Francesa Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Francesca & Rodger’s

    Suddenly the man who was so quick to defend Trump and both sides every issue falls silent as his man dismantles our democracy and has citizens rounded up or shot in the streets. Place your futures bets on whether democracy survives. It’s minus three and a half right now

    Apple Podcasts
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    mike raphone hog
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great stuff

    Mike great as always! Love the format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sikedg
    United Statesa month ago
  • Disappointed in your parenting and ethics

    Mike, I have followed your work from the 80s and have always thought you had higher standards. However, when you include yourself with frauds like Andy Pettitte, Clemens, and A-Rod who are disgraced, it shows how low of standards you have. Listening to you describe you child’s behavior recently during Super bowl shows lack of moral and dignity in your parenting. They will become punks like Pettitte, Clemens and A-Rod who will go to any lengths to cheat because they have no morals. Another import... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    shockersfan
    United Statesa month ago
  • I Was Dere!

    Mike delivers intelligent, informed opinion with a comical level of self importance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stan Lee’s Eulogy
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bobby Short

    Hey Dooe! New York City does not take a back seat to Nashville or Austin. When Ted Cruz fled for the Caribbean Biden had to bail Texas out during the cold snap because they don’t want to pay for their infrastructure. That’s why like a lot of people I pay $4500 a month for a one bedroom apartment because I’m a 20 min walk from Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum and the Guggenheim and a fifteen minute subway ride to Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall and Greenwich Village and on and on. As Bo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80'sVillager
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listener feedback suggests varying levels of satisfaction regarding the podcast's audio quality and the length of episodes, indicating room for improvement.
While many praise his insights, there are criticisms about perceived biases and sponsorship influences, particularly concerning gambling discussions.
Listeners express appreciation for Francesa's deep understanding of sports and engaging analysis, often noting his long history in sports commentary.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#74
United States/Sports/Football
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#163
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#51
Italy/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#6
Poland/Sports/Football
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#17
Japan/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#43
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

John Harbaugh's Vision for the Giants
Q: How about fitting the system to the players?
He emphasized the need to adapt the system based on player talent while maintaining core football principles.
John Harbaugh's Vision for the Giants
Q: How hard was it to put a staff together?
Harbaugh described it as incredibly challenging and detailed the early morning communications and difficulties in securing coaching talent.
Francesa Mailbag: NFL Coaching Vacancies, Cody Bellinger and Previewing the National Championship
Q: Does Bill Belichick make sense in Buffalo?
No, I don't think so; I don't see anybody bringing him back to the NFL right now.
Francesa Mailbag: NFL Coaching Vacancies, Cody Bellinger and Previewing the National Championship
Q: What is a more attractive job, the Bills or the Ravens?
I think they're very, very close, very even. I don't think one has a big advantage.
Francesa Mailbag: NFL Coaching Vacancies, Cody Bellinger and Previewing the National Championship
Q: Was I surprised that Buffalo made a coaching change?
No, considering their disappointing season and the expected pressure to perform, it wasn't surprising they let their coach go.

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1. John Harbaugh
2. Don Mattingly
3. Michael Breed
4. Brian Geltzeiler
5. Justin Rose
6. Terry Francona
7. Joe Micheletti

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