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PODCAST

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata

After more than a decade on national and local radio with Tiki Barber, Brandon Tierney is turning it up a notch, partnering with Sal Licata for a dynamic duo of NYC natives!

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All Episodes

11:01

Bye-Bye Bills: BT & Sal Kick Buffalo Out of the Top 5!

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/13

BT & Sal wrestle with the most challenging power rankings of the season, revealing their "Top 5" teams heading into NFL Week 11. Sal drops the Bills entirely after their embarrassing loss and shockingly places the Patriots at Number 1, praising the team's depth, coaching, and the play of Drake Maye. BT, meanwhile, sticks with the Broncos at his Number 2 spot despite their flaws and slides the Chiefs down to a questionable Number 4 due to their 5-4 record. The hosts also debate the quiet dominance

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10:20

No Holds Barred: Marlon Wayans on Comedy, Truth, and...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/13

BT and Sal get a hilariously fiery interview with comedy legend Marlon Wayans, who unleashes a scorching take on "cancel culture." Wayans argues it's a fear-based illusion fueled by foreign bots and "scared executives," not what real audiences want, and declares his intent to bring back the "equal opportunity offender" laughter of In Living Color with the upcoming 'Scary Movie 6.' Marlon also opens up about the friendly jealousy among the famous Wayans brothers (and why he was their mother's

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13:29

Yankees & Mets: Time to Stop Fearing Mistakes and...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/13

BT & Sal ignite a fierce debate on how the Yankees and Mets can realistically compete with the Dodgers' powerhouse, star-stockpiling strategy. They argue that both New York teams must stop being "afraid to make mistakes" and aggressively "eat" bad contracts to maintain a competitive edge, just like the Yankees of old. The conversation centers on the Dodgers' financial model, specifically the Ohtani deferral deal, which Sal calls a "perfect storm" built on a willing star, and question why the Mets

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19:32

The Bar Is Basement-Level: Jets' Primetime...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/13

BT & Sal tackle the grim reality of the Jets' Thursday Night Football matchup against the New England Patriots. Sal expresses a sliver of curiosity about the team's "competitiveness," but the consensus is brutal: the Patriots are one of the NFL's best, and the Jets are one of the worst. They slam the notion of a "momentum" build, pointing out the wins against the Bengals and Browns were due to luck and special teams, not a true team turnaround. BT says it will be a "bloodbath" and a "mismatch,"

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13:27

BT's Shakespearean Struggle: Highbrow Pronunciation...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/13

BT & Sal kick off the segment with a fiery, yet hilarious, linguistics lesson on the pronunciation of "sword," with BT's preferred "sword**"** (or "sword") sparking a comical debate about intellect and high-quality literature. The main discussion shifts to potential Yankees trade targets. The hosts dismantle a trade proposal for Ketel Marte, questioning the high asking price and his history of taking days off. The focus then turns to the "perfect fit": Steven Kwan. Sal argues that the elite,

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10:34

Sydney Sweeney Flop: BT & Sal's Show Helped Her Movie...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/13

BT & Sal kick off the segment by immediately addressing the viral news surrounding Sydney Sweeney—specifically the disappointing box office flop of her latest movie, with Sal jokingly suggesting their recent interview "helped" the movie sink. They dive into the ensuing drama, including the Ruby Rose feud over the casting and a bizarre segue into the Eddie Murphy GOAT debate.The conversation pivots sharply back to sports with a fiery Yankees trade suggestion: dumping Carlos Rodón and his hefty

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18:17

Bellinger or Bust: Yankees' Offseason on the Brink!

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/13

BT & Sal unleash a fiery debate on the Yankees' offseason, arguing the entire success of their winter hinges on re-signing free agent Cody Bellinger. Sal insists the team has "no excuse" to lose Bellinger after already whiffing on Juan Soto last year, demanding the Yankees get aggressive now and exceed the market if necessary. Tierney agrees, noting that losing Bellinger would make their already unclear roster situation "very worrisome." The hosts also pivot to a bigger picture, asking: "Is

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173:53

Full Show: Mets' Offseason: Stop the 'Penny Stock'...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal demand aggression from David Stearns, urging the Mets to stop playing a waiting game and "call the bluff" with a massive offer to lock up Pete Alonso. They debate if Stearns' "prudent" style fits the Cohen-era pressure.The guys explode over the rumor that Pirates ace Paul Skenes wants to be a Yankee, arguing New York must give up Clarke Schlittler and "whatever it takes" to acquire the generational arm. On the gridiron, they dissect the Giants' coaching chaos under Mike Kafka and slam

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40:59

Hour 1: Stearns' Tightrope: Can Mets Fans Trust His...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal dive deep into the Mets' offseason strategy, debating whether GM David Stearns can balance his restrained management style with Steve Cohen's massive checkbook. Sal insists the Mets need at least two top-tier starting pitchers and a major offensive change, while Tierney questions Stearns' hesitation on re-signing Pete Alonso, urging an aggressive, take-it-or-leave-it offer. The guys clash with callers over Alonso's value and debate potential free-agent fits like Bregman, Bichette, and

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43:19

Hour 2: Pete's Payday Panic: Mets MUST Lock Up Alonso...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal go off on the Mets' offseason strategy, arguing that the front office is playing a waiting game with Pete Alonso and should "call his bluff" with a massive, immediate offer to lock him up. They dissect David Stearns' "prudent" approach, questioning his ability to build a winner with the immense pressure and payroll of the Cohen era, especially concerning Edwin Diaz's contract demands. The focus shifts to the Giants' coaching chaos: they debate if the mid-season shake-up, placing Mike Kafka

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50:33

Hour 3: Aaron Glenn's Petty War: Jet Coach Plays the...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal dive into the high-stakes GM meetings, demanding the Mets' front office stop their "penny stock" ways and "Go BIG" to close the gap with the Dodgers. They debate an all-star offseason wishlist—Bellinger, Bregman, Alonso—and whether the Yankees should trade Cam Schlittler for Paul Skenes now. The temperature spikes as they slam Jets coach Aaron Glenn for his petty and unnecessary feud with the media, calling out his "prick" behavior for deflecting injury questions and questioning his

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39:01

Hour 4: Jay Leno Unfiltered: Monologues, Meatball...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal get fired up after their interview with UFC star Bo Nickal, taking his advice to "hammer the bet" on his upcoming fight. Hof then hilariously attempts to prove he could last ten seconds in the octagon against the wrestling phenomenon. Next, legendary comedian Jay Leno joins the show to provide unfiltered takes on the current state of late-night, the drama with Conan O'Brien, and his classic prank war with David Letterman (involving a meatball sandwich!). Leno also shares his secret to

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19:33

"What's Above Number One?": Jay Leno Rips the Idiocy...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

Legendary comedian Jay Leno joins BT & Sal for a fiery, in-depth conversation on his career and the changing landscape of late-night television. Leno critiques the current state of late night—too many commercials, too much political fighting—and reveals the never-before-heard truth about the Conan O'Brien/NBC debacle, stating the network's incompetence and infighting drove the wedge. Leno shares priceless stories from his career, including his years-long prank war with David Letterman involving a

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20:30

Bo Nickal's Garden War: From Wrestling Champ to UFC...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal step into the studio with UFC Middleweight star Bo Nickal ahead of his main prelim event at UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden. Nickal, an elite wrestling champion, talks about navigating the nerve-wracking emotions of fight night and how he's using his first-ever career loss as "massive motivation" for his upcoming bout. The conversation ignites when they discuss the low-key feeling of being a fighter who could "disable" anyone on the street, the debate over UFC vs. Boxing (Bo calls MMA a

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12:32

Sauce Gardner Drops Down the Menu: Who's the GOAT of...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal kick off their "Three Random Questions" with a hilarious debate on odd emotional connections after Sal admits to feeling bad about trashing a plant and has a soft spot for stuffed animals, while Tierney is fiercely protective of his towering arborvitae. Next, the guys jump into a fiery Soup Segment, where Tierney's beloved pea soup is declared "gross" by Sal, who champions Italian Wedding soup and bans French Onion from the menu. Finally, they tackle the absurd question: "Where would you

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12:33

Kafka's Audition, Schoen's Judgment: Seven Games to...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal ignite a fiery debate over the future of Giants GM Joe Schoen, whose job is reportedly on the line over the final seven games. They call the evaluation process "ass backwards," arguing that the team fired the coach (Brian Daboll) who had the players ready to play, while the GM who built the underperforming defense remains. Sal fears a few meaningless late-season wins against bad teams will create a "false representation" and save Schoen's job, despite a weak overall resume. Later, the

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18:13

Alonso's Ultimatum: Aggression Now or Forever Hold...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal demand Steve Cohen and David Stearns adopt an aggressive, take-charge approach to securing Pete Alonso this offseason. Tierney argues the Mets must "call his bluff" and make him their best offer now (suggesting six years, $200 million) to test how much he truly wants to be a Met, rather than letting Scott Boras drag the process into next year. Sal emphasizes that despite the homegrown narrative, Alonso deserves and will demand fair market value after his bounce-back season. The conversation

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10:52

Skenes or Bust! Why Schlittler Isn't Untouchable in a...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal are in complete agreement on one fiery topic: The Yankees (and Mets) must be all-in to acquire Pirates ace Paul Skenes, who is under team control through the 2029 season. Sal argues that Pittsburgh must trade him within the next few years to maximize value, likely with three seasons left. The hosts clash with caller "Frankie from Bay Ridge," who insists that Yankees prospect Cam Schlittler is "more proven" and shouldn't be included in any deal for Skenes. The hosts vehemently disagree,

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10:35

SKENES TO THE BRONX? Ace Reportedly DEMANDS Pirates...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal ignite a fiery debate over a major rumor: Pirates ace Paul Skenes reportedly has "no confidence" in Pittsburgh's ability to win and is "hoping for a trade," with multiple teammates claiming he "wants to play for the Yankees." The hosts argue this stunning development "emboldens" the Yankees to give up whatever it takes to acquire the young, controlled superstar, comparing the potential move to the Soto trade's high-risk nature but with better long-term potential.The conversation pivots to

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19:30

Stearns' Smoke & Mirrors: Are the Mets Going BIG or...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/12

BT & Sal dissect David Stearns' recent comments on the Mets' offseason, debating whether the GM has the appetite—or the checkbook—to execute the massive overhaul the team needs. Sal outlines a fiery, aggressive ultimatum for Pete Alonso's agent, Scott Boras, proposing a "$180 million, take-it-or-leave-it" deal to prevent the slugger from holding up the entire offseason. The hosts agree that simply bringing back Alonso and Diaz and adding a single pitcher is "not enough," arguing that the team's

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