The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle detail why Lionel Richie is banned from their presence after a last-minute Madison Square Garden cancellation. They transition into the Mets' sweep of the Tigers, debate the unwritten rules of youth sports snacks, and analyze the leaked NFL schedules for the Giants and Jets.

01:20 - Lionel Richie MSG Ban

02:38 - Craig's Bathroom Incident

06:42 - Mets Sweep Tigers Recap

12:04 - Youth Baseball Snack Etiquette

15:13 - Walter's "5-and-Fly" Query

20:26 - NFL Schedule Leak Reaction

24:14 - Jaxon Dart Giants Hype

29:40 - K-Swiss Fashion Talk

32:14 - Corona Lime Technique

Craig and Chris discuss why Lionel Richie is officially banned from the studio following a last-minute concert cancellation at Madison Square Garden. They pivot to health mishaps involving bad milk and the cleaning agent Fabuloso before reviewing a bizarre defensive play by Mark Vientos. Finally, they debate the social expectations of providing snacks like orange slices for youth sports.

01:00 - Lionel Richie Banned

04:08 - The Fabuloso Incident

07:12 - Vientos Defensive Blunder

11:09 - Youth Sports Snack Debate

14:44 - Baseball History with Walter

Evan Roberts discusses the origins wit the Carton Show of the baseball term five-and-fly and whether the phrase was lifted from his podcast. He also previews the upcoming Mets-Yankees series and joins a heated discussion regarding the social etiquette of bringing snacks to Little League games.

01:00 - Five-and-Fly Origins

02:15 - Mets-Yankees Series Preview

03:24 - Little League Snack Etiquette

Chris McMonigle and Neil Keefe evaluate the momentum shifts for the Mets and Yankees ahead of their high-stakes Subway Series matchup. They also discuss the complexities of Little League snack duties and whether the term "five-and-fly" actually exists in baseball circles.

01:34 - Subway Series Stakes

05:02 - Yankees Pitching Injuries

07:52 - Slang And Parenting

12:45 - Peanut Allergy Rules

15:11 - Five And Fly

Craig and the crew reflect on formative sports memories, ranging from legendary boxing matches to the simple joy of watching wrestling after football practice. They also connect with listeners to discuss the profound impact of Walt Frazier and the evolution of athletic footwear.

01:00 - Iconic Childhood Sports Memories

03:44 - Remembering Walt Clyde Frazier

06:08 - Impact of Athlete Role Models

Callers reflect on a legendary interview with Walt "Clyde" Frazier, highlighting his 1970 NBA Finals heroics and his transition into broadcasting. They also preview the upcoming Subway Series between the Mets and Yankees while revisiting the cinematic aura surrounding the Ali-Frazier heavyweight clash.

01:36 - Subway Series Preview

02:22 - Walt Frazier Reflections

13:02 - 1970 Finals MVP Debate

16:03 - Ali-Frazier Fight Stories

19:23 - Heavyweight Boxing History

Walt 'Clyde' Frazier joins Craig and Big Mac to discuss his legendary performance in the 1970 NBA Finals and his profound respect for idol Willis Reed. He shares his perspective on the current Knicks roster, praising Jalen Brunson's leadership and the team's impressive depth under Mike Brown. Frazier also reflects on his iconic fashion sense, his childhood in Atlanta, and his long-standing broadcasting career.

02:49 - Willis Reed’s Heroic Impact

09:22 - Story Behind Puma Suede

12:08 - Modern Knicks Roster Analysis

14:18 - Mike Brown’s Coaching Style

17:22 - Ringside at Ali-Frazier

25:08 - Trading for Earl Monroe

30:48 - Rucker Park’s Streetball Legends

38:00 - Jersey Retirement Honor

44:35 - Lessons From Atlanta Roots

50:30 - Broadcasting Under Marty Glickman

Craig and Big Mac evaluate the New York Giants' 2026 schedule and debate where Jaxson Dart ranks among NFC East quarterbacks. They also discuss the team's defensive concerns and coaching while sharing a bizarre story about sour milk and the rise of non-dairy alternatives.

01:00 - Blues Music Discussion

02:15 - NFC East Quarterbacks

08:31 - Giants Season Outlook

13:48 - John Harbaugh Debate

15:43 - The Milk Debate

Craig and Big Mac break down the New York Giants' upcoming schedule following leaks that place the team in several high-profile primetime slots. They debate Peter Schrager's prediction of an 11-12 win season while analyzing the difficulty of the Giants' closing stretch. Additionally, they address inaccurate reports regarding the New York Jets' opening matchup and share the history behind Walt "Clyde" Frazier's iconic nickname.

01:00 - Walt Frazier Nickname Origin

05:03 - NFL Schedule Release Leaks

08:31 - Giants Season Win Predictions

15:31 - Giants Primetime Schedule Debate

Craig and C-Mac break down the New York Yankees' offensive struggles following a poor road trip and the alarming elbow injury to Max Fried. They evaluate the return of Anthony Volpe to the lineup and the impact of Malik Nabers' recent knee surgery. They also preview the Subway Series and announce a special studio appearance by Walt "Clyde" Frazier.