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Katie Nolan Shreds Boomer Esiason’s SiriusXM Move: ‘Clean It Up’
Katie Nolan Isn’t Thrilled About Her New Radio "Coworker" Boomer Esiason
What Happened?
Imagine finding out your new coworker is someone whose old comments you really disagree with — and nobody asked you first. That’s exactly what happened to sports host Katie Nolan when her company, SiriusXM, made a deal with another radio company called Audacy.
Because of this deal, a popular New York radio show called "Boomer and Gio" (hosted by former NFL star Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti) will now play on SiriusXM channels. Nolan hosts her own show, "Casuals with Katie Nolan," on the same platform.
Important Point: Esiason and Giannotti are not SiriusXM employees. Their show is just being broadcast on SiriusXM through a partnership — like when a TV network airs a show made by a different studio.
Why Is Katie Nolan Upset?
On a recent episode of her podcast, Nolan didn’t hide her feelings. She played several old audio clips of Esiason making comments that many people found offensive or insensitive. She wanted her producer, Isabella Joson, to know what kind of person they’d be sharing a platform with.
Nolan also said she found out about the partnership the same way the public did — through the news. She felt blindsided and thought "special accommodations should’ve been made" for current staff.
The Controversial Clips Nolan Played
Nolan highlighted four specific moments from Esiason’s past:
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Eileen Gu Comments (2026 Winter Olympics)
Esiason called Chinese-American freestyle skier Eileen Gu "insufferable" after watching her speak. -
Olympic Athletes & Politics
He said athletes speaking out against ICE and the Trump administration should "pipe down" and "respect the flag." -
Suzyn Waldman "Joke" (2025)
Esiason laughed while suggesting Yankees broadcaster Suzyn Waldman do a Vagisil endorsement — right after her partner did a promo for Dude Wipes.Producer Isabella Joson’s reaction: "This is a person on-air? They allow him to have a job?"
- Daniel Murphy & Paternity Leave (2014)
Esiason said then-Mets player Daniel Murphy’s wife should have scheduled a C-section so Murphy wouldn’t miss Opening Day.He later apologized for this comment.
How Nolan & Her Team Reacted
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Isabella Joson (Producer):
- "That’s my new coworker!" (said sarcastically)
- "I’m just offended that I wasn’t asked first if he could be my coworker."
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Katie Nolan:
- Pretended to be Esiason introducing himself: "Hey, Boomer, welcome to the team, big dog. Clean it up, you know? And bring your little laughing friend (Gregg Giannotti)."
- Joked that HR made her play the clips to ensure a "safe workplace environment."
- The Burp Heard ‘Round the Studio:
Joson responded to Nolan’s fake welcome by burping into the microphone — a perfect summary of how the team feels.
What This Partnership Actually Means
| Detail | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Who’s involved? | SiriusXM + Audacy (owner of WFAN) |
| What’s changing? | 42 local radio stations (including WFAN) now air on SiriusXM |
| Are Esiason & Giannotti SiriusXM employees? | No — their show is just syndicated |
| Does Nolan have to work with them? | Not directly — but they’re now "platform mates" |
Summary
- SiriusXM partnered with Audacy to bring 42 local radio stations (including WFAN’s "Boomer and Gio") to satellite radio.
- Katie Nolan, a SiriusXM host, learned about it from the news — not her bosses.
- She responded by playing clips of Boomer Esiason’s most controversial past comments on her show.
- Her producer, Isabella Joson, was visibly unimpressed and felt blindsided.
- Esiason and co-host Gregg Giannotti aren’t SiriusXM employees — their show is just being carried on the platform.
- The mood? Awkward, frustrated, and a little burpy.
FAQ
Q: Are Boomer Esiason and Katie Nolan now coworkers?
A: Technically, no. Esiason works for WFAN (owned by Audacy). His show is just broadcast on SiriusXM now. But they share the same platform — so it feels like they’re coworkers.
Q: Why did Katie Nolan play those old clips?
A: To show her producer (and listeners) the kind of comments Esiason has made in the past — comments she and her team find offensive.
Q: Did SiriusXM know about Esiason’s past comments?
A: Almost certainly. But the partnership is a business deal with Audacy, not a hiring decision for Esiason personally.
Q: What was the "Vagisil" comment about?
A: In 2025, Esiason laughed while suggesting Yankees broadcaster Suzyn Waldman do a Vagisil ad — right after her partner read a Dude Wipes promo. Many saw it as sexist and gross.
Q: Is this the first time Nolan has criticized colleagues?
A: Nolan is known for speaking her mind. She’s previously called out sports media culture, but this was notably personal because it affects her daily workplace.
