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Friday, June 19, 2015
Ellis reunites with Mayes for middays on The Fanatic
PHILADELPHIA - The incestuous Philadelphia radio wars took another turn Friday with the news of Rob Ellis' full-time return to 97.5 The Fanatic.
Ellis will reunite with Harry Mayes to handle middays. He left WIP in March after losing his afternoon drivetime slot and being bounced around after Anthony Gargano's departure.
Philly's lower-rated sports station is now loaded with ex-WIPers, starting with Gargano, who now handles mornings and has been losing handily to the entrenched Angelo Cataldi and Co at WIP.
Ellis, who started with the Greater Media talker and hosted nights with Mayes and the long-forgotten Jamie Yannacone, before jumping to WIP was getting trounced by Missanelli in the afternoon while teaming with Gargano.
That failure prompted WIP chief Andy Bloom to take a chance on lightning-rod Josh Innes, who now handles afternoon drive with Tony Bruno, the long-time Philly talker who used to team with Mayes over at 97.5. Innes and Bruno have topped Missanelli in the ratings for four consecutive months.
And in case you are wondering Missanelli and his producer/assistant program director Jason Myrtetus, as well as night-time host Joe DeCamara are all WIP alums.
Eytan Shander, yes, another ex-WIP employee, has been hosting with Mayes on 97.5 and is the odd man out.
Wednesday, February 04, 2015
WIP picks Innes and Bruno for afternoon slot
PHILADELPHIA (The Phanatic Magazine) - SportsRadio 94WIP has announced that Josh Innes and Tony Bruno will be the station’s new afternoon hosts.
Innes and Bruno will be broadcast weekdays from 1:00-6:00 ET and will make their debut Wednesday.
The controversially Innes is considered an up-and-coming star by the CBS brass and joined WIP in 2014 as evening host from CBS RADIO station Sports Radio 610 in Houston. In Houston, he was part of 610’s top-rated afternoon drive show.
Some have labeled Innes as a bit of a shock jock but his real sin to his detractors is the fact that he is not nearly as provincial as the average Philadelphia radio host and the guy he is essentially replacing, Anthony Gargano..
“Philly has quickly become home for me,” said Innes. “I spent every Eagles game this year sitting in the stands with fans to learn what Philadelphians think and feel about their teams. I am tremendously excited to team up with Tony to deliver an entertaining show that we’re confident will quickly become Philadelphia’s most popular program in the afternoon.”
Pairing Innes with Bruno is a nod to the critics who only enjoy a heavily Philadelphia-centric show.
Bruno began his sports radio career on the WIP morning show with Angelo Cataldi and Al Morganti in 1991. He also was part of the original crew to launch both ESPN Sports Radio and Fox Sports Radio before beginning his own night time syndicated program "Into the Night."
“(In the) 25 years after helping WIP build the morning show and pursuing my dreams in national radio, it’s great to be back at the station, helping to take WIP to No. 1 in afternoon drive," said Bruno. "With my local ties to Philadelphia combined with the energy and talents of Josh, Philly sports fans will experience something they've never heard before.”
Rob Ellis, who had paired with Gargano in the afternoons, returns to host evenings from 6-10pm. Ellis has been with WIP since 2007.
"We’re excited about the partnership of Innes & Bruno in afternoons on WIP,” said WIP-WPHT Operations Manager, Andy Bloom. “Josh clearly understands what makes WIP the legendary station that it is and brings his unabashed approach to covering sports each and every day.
"Tony is a Philadelphia legend with roots going back to the earliest days of WIP. Together the two build a bridge that will allow listeners who have been listening to WIP for 25 years and those just finding us today to enjoy entertaining sports talk on the ride home each day."
Innes and Bruno will be broadcast weekdays from 1:00-6:00 ET and will make their debut Wednesday.
The controversially Innes is considered an up-and-coming star by the CBS brass and joined WIP in 2014 as evening host from CBS RADIO station Sports Radio 610 in Houston. In Houston, he was part of 610’s top-rated afternoon drive show.
Some have labeled Innes as a bit of a shock jock but his real sin to his detractors is the fact that he is not nearly as provincial as the average Philadelphia radio host and the guy he is essentially replacing, Anthony Gargano..
“Philly has quickly become home for me,” said Innes. “I spent every Eagles game this year sitting in the stands with fans to learn what Philadelphians think and feel about their teams. I am tremendously excited to team up with Tony to deliver an entertaining show that we’re confident will quickly become Philadelphia’s most popular program in the afternoon.”
Pairing Innes with Bruno is a nod to the critics who only enjoy a heavily Philadelphia-centric show.
Bruno began his sports radio career on the WIP morning show with Angelo Cataldi and Al Morganti in 1991. He also was part of the original crew to launch both ESPN Sports Radio and Fox Sports Radio before beginning his own night time syndicated program "Into the Night."
“(In the) 25 years after helping WIP build the morning show and pursuing my dreams in national radio, it’s great to be back at the station, helping to take WIP to No. 1 in afternoon drive," said Bruno. "With my local ties to Philadelphia combined with the energy and talents of Josh, Philly sports fans will experience something they've never heard before.”
Rob Ellis, who had paired with Gargano in the afternoons, returns to host evenings from 6-10pm. Ellis has been with WIP since 2007.
"We’re excited about the partnership of Innes & Bruno in afternoons on WIP,” said WIP-WPHT Operations Manager, Andy Bloom. “Josh clearly understands what makes WIP the legendary station that it is and brings his unabashed approach to covering sports each and every day.
"Tony is a Philadelphia legend with roots going back to the earliest days of WIP. Together the two build a bridge that will allow listeners who have been listening to WIP for 25 years and those just finding us today to enjoy entertaining sports talk on the ride home each day."
Friday, June 27, 2014
Ray Didinger re-signs with WIP
PHILADELPHIA - SportsRadio 94WIP has reached a new agreement with Veteran Broadcaster and Pro Football Hall of Fame writer Ray Didinger.
Didinger has signed a multi-year deal which will expand his role on WIP and will include work on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT and KYW Newsradio.
The popular Ray Didinger and Glen Macnow show that has been heard on Saturday (10 am - 1 pm) will be expanded to include a Sunday edition heard on air and on line at www.cbsphilly.com or through the radio.com app on mobile devices. He will make more frequent appearances on WIP throughout the year. Didinger will also be heard with Chris Stigall on Fridays during the football season and he will be doing commentary on KYW Newsradio and on www.cbsphilly.com.
"I'm very happy to continue my relationship with WIP. I'm delighted that I will now be able to partner with my good friend Glen Macnow on Sundays as well as Saturday. With the level of interest in this Eagles season, we will have plenty to talk about," said Didinger.
On Didinger’s expanded role, WIP FM/AM Operations Manager Andy Bloom commented, "Ray is one of the most respected and revered authorities in Philly sports. Our simple goal was to ensure Ray spent his entire radio career playing for one team, CBS Radio Philadelphia. We think with this agreement we've accomplished that goal."
Didinger has signed a multi-year deal which will expand his role on WIP and will include work on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT and KYW Newsradio.
The popular Ray Didinger and Glen Macnow show that has been heard on Saturday (10 am - 1 pm) will be expanded to include a Sunday edition heard on air and on line at www.cbsphilly.com or through the radio.com app on mobile devices. He will make more frequent appearances on WIP throughout the year. Didinger will also be heard with Chris Stigall on Fridays during the football season and he will be doing commentary on KYW Newsradio and on www.cbsphilly.com.
"I'm very happy to continue my relationship with WIP. I'm delighted that I will now be able to partner with my good friend Glen Macnow on Sundays as well as Saturday. With the level of interest in this Eagles season, we will have plenty to talk about," said Didinger.
On Didinger’s expanded role, WIP FM/AM Operations Manager Andy Bloom commented, "Ray is one of the most respected and revered authorities in Philly sports. Our simple goal was to ensure Ray spent his entire radio career playing for one team, CBS Radio Philadelphia. We think with this agreement we've accomplished that goal."
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Spike Eskin named PD at WIP
PHILADELPHIA – SportsRadio 94WIP and CBS Sports Radio 610 announced the promotion of Spike Eskin to Program Director effective immediately.
Eskin has been filling the role on an interim basis since Jeff Sottolano was named Director of Programming for CBS RADIO earlier this year. Previously, Eskin served as Sports Editor for CBSPhilly.com and did part time airshifts on 94WIP as well as on-air work on KYW Newsradio and CBS 3.
Marc Rayfield, Senior Vice President/Market Manager for CBS RADIO Philadelphia said “Spike is his own person. He is tenacious, strategic and a proven winner. We interviewed an extremely talented pool of national and local candidates. Spike was clearly our best choice.”
Eskin will report directly to Operations Manager Andy Bloom who added, “In the three months that Spike has served in the role on a day-to-day basis he has proved that he can handle any task presented to him, including literally saving a life. I am confident that Spike’s diligence will play an important role in the stations continued growth.”
Eskin said, "My career in radio has taken me in many different directions, and has ultimately led me to a job that I feel like I was born to do, and am honored and humbled to have. I'm excited to work with the best air talent in sports radio, and our incredible staff to continue building the legend that is WIP."
Eskin has been filling the role on an interim basis since Jeff Sottolano was named Director of Programming for CBS RADIO earlier this year. Previously, Eskin served as Sports Editor for CBSPhilly.com and did part time airshifts on 94WIP as well as on-air work on KYW Newsradio and CBS 3.
Marc Rayfield, Senior Vice President/Market Manager for CBS RADIO Philadelphia said “Spike is his own person. He is tenacious, strategic and a proven winner. We interviewed an extremely talented pool of national and local candidates. Spike was clearly our best choice.”
Eskin will report directly to Operations Manager Andy Bloom who added, “In the three months that Spike has served in the role on a day-to-day basis he has proved that he can handle any task presented to him, including literally saving a life. I am confident that Spike’s diligence will play an important role in the stations continued growth.”
Eskin said, "My career in radio has taken me in many different directions, and has ultimately led me to a job that I feel like I was born to do, and am honored and humbled to have. I'm excited to work with the best air talent in sports radio, and our incredible staff to continue building the legend that is WIP."
Tuesday, February 04, 2014
Missanelli suspended for homphobic comments
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's ESPN Radio affiliate, The Fanatic 97.5, has suspended evening drive-time host Mike Missanelli for a series of emails containing homophobic comments he sent to a critical listener.
Deadspin.com published the email exchange between Missanelli and the listener on Monday, which can be seen by clicking this link.
The station has confirmed that the email exchange is real and suspended Missanelli on Tuesday.
"We are aware of the email communications between Mike and one of his listeners," the statement read. "This individual has been harassing Mike by email for several years, which is cause for concern, and we are working with Mike to try to identify this person and stop the abuse.
"However, that does not excuse Mike’s conduct. The content of his emails is unacceptable and does not reflect our values as a company. Mike has been suspended and understands that future similar conduct will not be tolerated."
In 2006, Missanelli was fired from WIP after an alleged physical altercation with an on-site producer.
Deadspin.com published the email exchange between Missanelli and the listener on Monday, which can be seen by clicking this link.
The station has confirmed that the email exchange is real and suspended Missanelli on Tuesday.
"We are aware of the email communications between Mike and one of his listeners," the statement read. "This individual has been harassing Mike by email for several years, which is cause for concern, and we are working with Mike to try to identify this person and stop the abuse.
"However, that does not excuse Mike’s conduct. The content of his emails is unacceptable and does not reflect our values as a company. Mike has been suspended and understands that future similar conduct will not be tolerated."
In 2006, Missanelli was fired from WIP after an alleged physical altercation with an on-site producer.
Monday, August 26, 2013
Monday, August 05, 2013
Wednesday, January 02, 2013
CBS Sports Radio launces on 610WIP
Philadelphia, Pa - Philadelphia’s SportsRadio 610WIP launches The CBS Sports Radio network on Wednesday, January 2, featuring national sports programming, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with coverage and access to the most significant events in sports.
SportsRadio 94WIP will continue to serve as the flagship stations for the Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies.
CBS Sports Radio 610 offers around-the-clock national sports coverage and programming, harnessing the power and resources of CBS RADIO and the award-winning CBS Sports. High-profile network personalities include Jim Rome, Tiki Barber, Doug Gottlieb, John Feinstein and Scott Ferrall.
CBS Sports Radio 610 will also be the home for play-by-play coverage of St. Joseph's University Men's Basketball, Villanova Men's Basketball and Football, NFL Sunday Afternoon and Primetime (Thursday, Sunday and Monday Night Football), Major College NCAA Football, Major College NCAA Men's Basketball and the NCAA Tournament.
“The new sports network will be a great product with an All-Star talent lineup. 94.1 WIP FM will continue to serve the Philadelphia sports fan," Marc Rayfield, Senior Vice President/Market Manager CBS Radio-Philadelphia Senior said. "WIP 610 am will offer national insight for those who have broader sports interests. Either way, CBS will be the dominant sports voice in the city.”
Weekday schedule for CBS Sports Radio 610 :
6:00-9:00AM: Tiki Barber, Brandon Tierney and Dana Jacobson
9:00AM-12:00Noon: John Feinstein
12:00Noon-3:00PM: Jim Rome
3:00-6:00PM: Doug Gottlieb
6:00-10:00PM: Chris Moore and Brian Jones
10:00PM-2:00AM: Scott Ferrall
2:00-6:00AM: Damon Amendolara
SportsRadio 94WIP will continue to serve as the flagship stations for the Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies.
CBS Sports Radio 610 offers around-the-clock national sports coverage and programming, harnessing the power and resources of CBS RADIO and the award-winning CBS Sports. High-profile network personalities include Jim Rome, Tiki Barber, Doug Gottlieb, John Feinstein and Scott Ferrall.
CBS Sports Radio 610 will also be the home for play-by-play coverage of St. Joseph's University Men's Basketball, Villanova Men's Basketball and Football, NFL Sunday Afternoon and Primetime (Thursday, Sunday and Monday Night Football), Major College NCAA Football, Major College NCAA Men's Basketball and the NCAA Tournament.
“The new sports network will be a great product with an All-Star talent lineup. 94.1 WIP FM will continue to serve the Philadelphia sports fan," Marc Rayfield, Senior Vice President/Market Manager CBS Radio-Philadelphia Senior said. "WIP 610 am will offer national insight for those who have broader sports interests. Either way, CBS will be the dominant sports voice in the city.”
Weekday schedule for CBS Sports Radio 610 :
6:00-9:00AM: Tiki Barber, Brandon Tierney and Dana Jacobson
9:00AM-12:00Noon: John Feinstein
12:00Noon-3:00PM: Jim Rome
3:00-6:00PM: Doug Gottlieb
6:00-10:00PM: Chris Moore and Brian Jones
10:00PM-2:00AM: Scott Ferrall
2:00-6:00AM: Damon Amendolara
Friday, December 21, 2012
Monday, August 15, 2011
Eskin exits from WIP radio show
Longtime afternoon drivetime host Howard Eskin signed a contract extension with WIP but will step down from his afternoon slot, the station announced today.
Eskin has been the most high profile Philadelphia sports radio personality for a quarter century but his bombastic style that relied more on confrontation than research or homework was clearly wearing thin on a listening audience that seems better educated these days.
Eskin will host WIP's Eagles game day coverage and remain a sideline reporter, while contributing to other shows and fill in as a substitute host.
Sources have confirmed that glad-hander Anthony Gargano and Glen Macnow will slide into Eskin’s spot from midddays. It was unclear Monday afternoon where Eskin’s co-host, former Eagles linebacker Ike Reese, would land on the WIP schedule. My guess is Jody McDonald does the heavy-lifting for Reese in the midday slot.
"This new contract provides me with the ideal schedule for the future with the ability to remain part of the WIP team for years to come," Eskin said in a press release. "Working Eagles football and a variety of shows across the WIP lineup, while at the same time not having to work the 3-7p daypart will allow me the freedom to further explore some national opportunities I've had recently. I'm looking forward to this new chapter and challenge of my career."
"Since the late '70s, Howard Eskin has had more impact on the Philadelphia sports landscape than anyone I know," said CBS radio senior vice president Marc Rayfield. "He is now, and will always be, an icon in this city. We are thrilled he has chosen to remain with WIP while at the same time pursuing some exciting, new opportunities."
Despite the glowing spin most believe Eskin is being shoved out the door thanks in large part to Mike Missanelli at 97.5 The Fanatic, Philadelphia’s ESPN affiliate. Missanelli, who was fired from WIP in 2003, has topped Eskin in most key demos for months now.
“It was time,” Eskin said on his show Monday afternoon. “I approached our program director Andy Bloom and we agreed on a new contract that would give me the freedom to pursue some of the national opportunities that I have been able to dabble in over the last couple years while still having a role here at WIP. So after Sept. 2nd I will be giving up the 3-7 p.m. shift but will still continue as part of WIP, as part of the Eagles broadcast, along with the pregame shows and other shows and projects.”
Eskin then got choked up.
“You have often heard me say, ‘I’ve never had a bad day in my life,’ and I mean it,” he said. “This really another great day in a terrific streak and I’m just starting a new chapter.”
Eskin has been the most high profile Philadelphia sports radio personality for a quarter century but his bombastic style that relied more on confrontation than research or homework was clearly wearing thin on a listening audience that seems better educated these days.
Eskin will host WIP's Eagles game day coverage and remain a sideline reporter, while contributing to other shows and fill in as a substitute host.
Sources have confirmed that glad-hander Anthony Gargano and Glen Macnow will slide into Eskin’s spot from midddays. It was unclear Monday afternoon where Eskin’s co-host, former Eagles linebacker Ike Reese, would land on the WIP schedule. My guess is Jody McDonald does the heavy-lifting for Reese in the midday slot.
"This new contract provides me with the ideal schedule for the future with the ability to remain part of the WIP team for years to come," Eskin said in a press release. "Working Eagles football and a variety of shows across the WIP lineup, while at the same time not having to work the 3-7p daypart will allow me the freedom to further explore some national opportunities I've had recently. I'm looking forward to this new chapter and challenge of my career."
"Since the late '70s, Howard Eskin has had more impact on the Philadelphia sports landscape than anyone I know," said CBS radio senior vice president Marc Rayfield. "He is now, and will always be, an icon in this city. We are thrilled he has chosen to remain with WIP while at the same time pursuing some exciting, new opportunities."
Despite the glowing spin most believe Eskin is being shoved out the door thanks in large part to Mike Missanelli at 97.5 The Fanatic, Philadelphia’s ESPN affiliate. Missanelli, who was fired from WIP in 2003, has topped Eskin in most key demos for months now.
“It was time,” Eskin said on his show Monday afternoon. “I approached our program director Andy Bloom and we agreed on a new contract that would give me the freedom to pursue some of the national opportunities that I have been able to dabble in over the last couple years while still having a role here at WIP. So after Sept. 2nd I will be giving up the 3-7 p.m. shift but will still continue as part of WIP, as part of the Eagles broadcast, along with the pregame shows and other shows and projects.”
Eskin then got choked up.
“You have often heard me say, ‘I’ve never had a bad day in my life,’ and I mean it,” he said. “This really another great day in a terrific streak and I’m just starting a new chapter.”
Friday, October 01, 2010
Barkley talks to Eskin and Reese
-Transcript courtesy of sportsradiointerviews.com
On the game this weekend between the Redskins and Eagles:
“I can’t wait to get to the game Sunday and I wanna personally thank Mr. Daniel Snyder for sending me my Donovan McNabb Redskins jersey. I cannot wait. I’m a little disturbed because I’m pulling for Michael Vick, but I always have said that Donovan never has gotten the respect he deserves in Philadelphia and before Michael Vick got into the game I did not know that. But I’m wearing my Donovan McNabb jersey and I can’t wait till Sunday at 4:15 Eastern.”
Do you know how stupid it is for you to wear that jersey this weekend?
“I can’t be a Donovan McNabb fan because I’m in Philadelphia? I’ve got to be an Eagles fan? (Host: You were never a Redskins fan correct?) You’re right. I’m a Donovan McNabb fan. (Host: But it’s Philadelphia.) Are you telling me no other fans can wear a jersey in the Linc? (Host: You don’t wear that jersey to this stadium in a rivalry game.) Is that one of the Ten Commandments right behind thou shall not kill? I can be a fan for who I wanna be. (Host: You know you’re gonna get abused right?) Well, I’m not worried about that. When they win the game, I’m gonna get the last laugh too. (Host: When who wins the game?) When the Redskins win the game.”
On why the Redskins will win:
“It’s called karma. It’s called karma Howard. Donovan has never been treated good and it’s karma. The football gods are going to rise up and this is going to get the Redskins season started.”
On whether or not he thinks the fans should cheer McNabb:
“You know what I would love to see the Eagles to do, the first time Donovan McNabb comes into the game, call a timeout and let him get the standing ovation that he so richly deserves. Then after that they can boo the guy and I understand that. They should do something to give the guy the standing ovation he deserves when the game gets started Howard.”
On why there is a debate about cheering or booing McNabb:
“What is the debate about giving the guy who is clearly the greatest quarterback in Eagles history. Clearly, not even close. He’s probably one of the five best players in Eagles history. I’ve been in Philadelphia since 1984 and trust me he’s head and shoulders above every player. Can you believe we’re actually having a debate about what kind of reception one of the five greatest players in Eagles history is going to get?”
On LeBron talking about race being an issue in the criticism he’s received:
“It’s like watching a movie. Just when you think it couldn’t get any stupider, it gets more stupid.”
On LeBron continuing to make bad decisions:
“Howard I’m telling you. Sometimes you just say he’s making bad decisions and you’re like okay, he’s gonna get it together. Then he makes more bad decisions. The thing that’s interesting about LeBron, I don’t think Magic, Michael, and myself, we said we wouldn’t have did it. That’s not a criticism. We were asked a question. I don’t want to play with Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, or Michael, I want to beat them. That’s strictly basketball. The only criticism I’ve heard about LeBron and it was my biggest criticism, that decision thing was just stupid. It was stupid. The second thing when they all came out there dancing around on stage, that was silly. That’s the only thing I’ve heard LeBron get criticized about. That has nothing to do with race. That’s what makes this last thing so stupid. That’s stupid. The only criticism of LeBron has been the decision and the one hour of our life that we can’t have back. And ESPN, oh my God. Oh my God. To go down to training camp and report everyday is one of the most ridiculous things I’ve ever seen. I’m watching yesterday and one of the guys actually said LeBron looked fierce in practice. I’m like fierce in practice? What the hell does that mean? He was fierce in the second day of training camp. You’re like come on man, he really didn’t say that did he. This summer with LeBron and all the stuff that went on is like a bad movie. You just can’t make this stuff up.”
On the catering to LeBron:
“No question. They do realize the Lakers have won the last two championships. If you’re going to cater to somebody at least cater to the guys who have actually won the last two championships. They have definitely crossed the line and this is unprecedented. This is unprecedented ass kissing.”
Listen to Charles Barkley on WIP in Philly here
On the game this weekend between the Redskins and Eagles:
“I can’t wait to get to the game Sunday and I wanna personally thank Mr. Daniel Snyder for sending me my Donovan McNabb Redskins jersey. I cannot wait. I’m a little disturbed because I’m pulling for Michael Vick, but I always have said that Donovan never has gotten the respect he deserves in Philadelphia and before Michael Vick got into the game I did not know that. But I’m wearing my Donovan McNabb jersey and I can’t wait till Sunday at 4:15 Eastern.”
Do you know how stupid it is for you to wear that jersey this weekend?
“I can’t be a Donovan McNabb fan because I’m in Philadelphia? I’ve got to be an Eagles fan? (Host: You were never a Redskins fan correct?) You’re right. I’m a Donovan McNabb fan. (Host: But it’s Philadelphia.) Are you telling me no other fans can wear a jersey in the Linc? (Host: You don’t wear that jersey to this stadium in a rivalry game.) Is that one of the Ten Commandments right behind thou shall not kill? I can be a fan for who I wanna be. (Host: You know you’re gonna get abused right?) Well, I’m not worried about that. When they win the game, I’m gonna get the last laugh too. (Host: When who wins the game?) When the Redskins win the game.”
On why the Redskins will win:
“It’s called karma. It’s called karma Howard. Donovan has never been treated good and it’s karma. The football gods are going to rise up and this is going to get the Redskins season started.”
On whether or not he thinks the fans should cheer McNabb:
“You know what I would love to see the Eagles to do, the first time Donovan McNabb comes into the game, call a timeout and let him get the standing ovation that he so richly deserves. Then after that they can boo the guy and I understand that. They should do something to give the guy the standing ovation he deserves when the game gets started Howard.”
On why there is a debate about cheering or booing McNabb:
“What is the debate about giving the guy who is clearly the greatest quarterback in Eagles history. Clearly, not even close. He’s probably one of the five best players in Eagles history. I’ve been in Philadelphia since 1984 and trust me he’s head and shoulders above every player. Can you believe we’re actually having a debate about what kind of reception one of the five greatest players in Eagles history is going to get?”
On LeBron talking about race being an issue in the criticism he’s received:
“It’s like watching a movie. Just when you think it couldn’t get any stupider, it gets more stupid.”
On LeBron continuing to make bad decisions:
“Howard I’m telling you. Sometimes you just say he’s making bad decisions and you’re like okay, he’s gonna get it together. Then he makes more bad decisions. The thing that’s interesting about LeBron, I don’t think Magic, Michael, and myself, we said we wouldn’t have did it. That’s not a criticism. We were asked a question. I don’t want to play with Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, or Michael, I want to beat them. That’s strictly basketball. The only criticism I’ve heard about LeBron and it was my biggest criticism, that decision thing was just stupid. It was stupid. The second thing when they all came out there dancing around on stage, that was silly. That’s the only thing I’ve heard LeBron get criticized about. That has nothing to do with race. That’s what makes this last thing so stupid. That’s stupid. The only criticism of LeBron has been the decision and the one hour of our life that we can’t have back. And ESPN, oh my God. Oh my God. To go down to training camp and report everyday is one of the most ridiculous things I’ve ever seen. I’m watching yesterday and one of the guys actually said LeBron looked fierce in practice. I’m like fierce in practice? What the hell does that mean? He was fierce in the second day of training camp. You’re like come on man, he really didn’t say that did he. This summer with LeBron and all the stuff that went on is like a bad movie. You just can’t make this stuff up.”
On the catering to LeBron:
“No question. They do realize the Lakers have won the last two championships. If you’re going to cater to somebody at least cater to the guys who have actually won the last two championships. They have definitely crossed the line and this is unprecedented. This is unprecedented ass kissing.”
Listen to Charles Barkley on WIP in Philly here
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Baldinger joins 97.5 The Fanatic
Philadelphia, PA (September 10, 2010): Former Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman and current NFL
Network analyst Brian Baldinger will be exclusively featured throughout the football season on 97.5
Baldinger will be a weekly guest on the Mike Missanelli Show (Thursday’s at 4:30 p.m.) and the Tony Bruno and Harry Mayes Show (Tuesday’s at 12:45 p.m.). Brian will also co-host “Inside the Birds” with Dan Schwartzman every Wednesday night from 7pm to 10pm.
Brian Baldinger played for three NFL teams in his 13-year career including the Philadelphia Eagles. After his playing career, Baldinger went on become a highly respected NFL analyst for Fox Sports and the NFL Network. He is considered as one of the hardest working and well-prepared commentators in the business.
“Brians energy, passion, and NFL knowledge is truly second to none,” said 97.5 The Fanatic Program Director Matt Nahigian. “We are thrilled to have him join The Fanatic on a regular basis and bring some great football talk to the Delaware Valley.”
Network analyst Brian Baldinger will be exclusively featured throughout the football season on 97.5
Baldinger will be a weekly guest on the Mike Missanelli Show (Thursday’s at 4:30 p.m.) and the Tony Bruno and Harry Mayes Show (Tuesday’s at 12:45 p.m.). Brian will also co-host “Inside the Birds” with Dan Schwartzman every Wednesday night from 7pm to 10pm.
Brian Baldinger played for three NFL teams in his 13-year career including the Philadelphia Eagles. After his playing career, Baldinger went on become a highly respected NFL analyst for Fox Sports and the NFL Network. He is considered as one of the hardest working and well-prepared commentators in the business.
“Brians energy, passion, and NFL knowledge is truly second to none,” said 97.5 The Fanatic Program Director Matt Nahigian. “We are thrilled to have him join The Fanatic on a regular basis and bring some great football talk to the Delaware Valley.”
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Monday, June 28, 2010
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Sikahema, Gonzalez take over 10-Noon slot at 97.5
NBC10's Vai Sikahema and the Inqy's John "Gonzo" Gonzalez have been named the new permanent 10 a.m. - noon team on 97.5-FM, The Fanatic.
They join the local lineup of Tony Bruno and Harry Mayes from noon - 2 p.m. and Mike Missanelli (with Jon Marks) from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Hopefully "Gonzo" offers a little more here than in the Page 2 section of the Inquirer.
They join the local lineup of Tony Bruno and Harry Mayes from noon - 2 p.m. and Mike Missanelli (with Jon Marks) from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Hopefully "Gonzo" offers a little more here than in the Page 2 section of the Inquirer.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Missanelli re-ups with The Fanatic
As announced on his show Tuesday, Mike Missanelli has renewed a multi-year deal on 97.5 / The
Fanatic in Philadelphia. The station is also simulcast on 950 ESPN AM.
Missanelli, who started doing afternoon drive on 950 ESPN in April of 2008, has been ranked number one for several months during the past two years and has become the cornerstone of 97.5 The Fanatic.
"I'm tremendously excited to continue on with a radio station whose only mission is to serve Philadelphia sports fans, " said Missanelli. "I'm ecstatic to be a part of our historic move of bringing sports talk in Philly
to FM and I'm grateful to the fans for making this journey with us. We have a great direction here at 97.5 The Fanatic, and we're only going to get better."
"We look forward to continuing our association with Mike and thrilled at what he has accomplished at 97.5 The Fanatic," said John Fullam, Vice President and Market Manager of Greater Media Philadelphia. "It's no wonder he has been a ratings leader in afternoons and he just keeps getting better."
Meanwhile, WIP-AM (610) morning talker Angelo Cataldi has re-signed a deal for four years. Cataldi's old pact, rumored to be in the seven figures, had expired last month.
Fanatic in Philadelphia. The station is also simulcast on 950 ESPN AM.
Missanelli, who started doing afternoon drive on 950 ESPN in April of 2008, has been ranked number one for several months during the past two years and has become the cornerstone of 97.5 The Fanatic.
"I'm tremendously excited to continue on with a radio station whose only mission is to serve Philadelphia sports fans, " said Missanelli. "I'm ecstatic to be a part of our historic move of bringing sports talk in Philly
to FM and I'm grateful to the fans for making this journey with us. We have a great direction here at 97.5 The Fanatic, and we're only going to get better."
"We look forward to continuing our association with Mike and thrilled at what he has accomplished at 97.5 The Fanatic," said John Fullam, Vice President and Market Manager of Greater Media Philadelphia. "It's no wonder he has been a ratings leader in afternoons and he just keeps getting better."
Meanwhile, WIP-AM (610) morning talker Angelo Cataldi has re-signed a deal for four years. Cataldi's old pact, rumored to be in the seven figures, had expired last month.
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