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On the 3rd day of this heat wave our friends at Rita's gave The Kathy Romano Show $25 gift cards to give away to listeners this morning. Brett and Laura were posted up at the Rita's parking lot on Ridge Ave in Conshohocken and listeners had to find them and says the magic words, "Hey Skirrrl! Give me Rita's!"

We were talking about graduations all morning long and Laura casually mentioned how she had her diploma withheld at her high school graduation. Listen to this insane story...

Producer Brett had to go to court on Tuesday for jumping the turnstile at a SEPTA station last month. His court ordered punishment was to do 3 hours of community service but here at Kathy Romano Show, we believe he needs to do more. We asked him to issue a public apology to all police officers and surprised him with an appearance by Sgt. Mike Cerruti.

Super Bowl Champion Rodney McLeod joined The Kathy Romano Show to talk about a special Celebrity Bartending Night benefiting the Change Our Future Foundation. Rodney shared how he and his wife Erika created the foundation to help break down barriers and create opportunities for underserved communities across Philadelphia. The event takes place this Friday, May 15th at Barstool Sansom Street and features celebrity bartenders including Jordan Mailata, Brandon Graham, Connor Barwin, James Bradberry, Jason Avant, and more — plus Kathy Romano herself behind the bar for the cause! The night will include raffles, meet-and-greets, and fundraising to support local youth programs throughout the city.

Congratulations to Lacey Sweeney from Roebling, NJ who officially won our Mother's Day Mom Impression Contest with her hilarious impression of her mom, Kristin! Lacey's call had us cracking up and earned Kristin an overnight stay at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa just in time for Mother's Day.

This week on the show, kids called in to celebrate their moms in the funniest way possible, by doing their best impressions of them! From classic "go to bed!" moments to spot-on mom voices, the calls had us laughing all week long. The kids were competing to win their mom an overnight stay at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa for Mother's Day, and today we wrapped it all up with a hilarious montage of the best impressions we heard on the air.

Joining us today on The Kathy Romano Show is the iconic, fun, energetic character known for his signature blue and orange outfit and his entertaining and educational videos, Blippi! Blippi is in Philadelphia this weekend as a participant for the Eagles Autism Challenge at the Linc, raising funds and awareness for autism research. The event takes place this Saturday, May 9th featuring a 10 mile bike ride, a 5k and a sensory walk, and there's still time to register at EaglesAutismFoundation.org. Tap below to hear Blippi's full chat with The Kathy Romano Show, and learn more on his participation for a great cause.

We had a Cinco de Mayo fiesta in studio today! The Kathy Romano Show was joined by Rosie Gilronan from Gran Coramino Tequila, the ultra-premium tequila co-founded by Kevin Hart and tequila expert Juan Domingo Beckmann. She mixed up some delicious margaritas for us while talking about makes the brand stand out, from 100% blue agave to smooth, barrel-aged flavor. Plus, it's the Official Luxury Tequila of the Philadelphia Eagles, so you know it's a winner. :) Thanks for bringing the fiesta, Rosie! Brett will be taking off tomorrow.

Natasha Prime joined the Kathy Romano Show to share the story behind the upcoming Gluten Free Sunshine Walk & Wellness Day, happening this Sunday, May 3rd in Mount Laurel, NJ. As someone living with celiac disease, Natasha is passionate about creating a supportive, uplifting space for others navigating gluten-free living. The event will feature a community walk and more than 20 gluten-free and wellness vendors, all designed to bring people together for connection, awareness, and a little sunshine. Proceeds from the day will benefit Beyond Celiac, a nonprofit based in Ambler, PA. With May marking Celiac Awareness Month, this event is all about celebrating community, spreading awareness, and supporting families on their gluten-free journey.

Laura recently stepped out of her comfort zone and into a self-defense class in South Jersey, only to discover her instructor had a surprising connection to Kathy! Certified Soul Punch instructor Jamie Stephan joins the show to talk about Laura's experience and share how women can learn practical, real-world safety skills. Soul Punch Self-Defense focuses on empowerment through simple, leverage-based techniques designed specifically for women. For more info on Soul Punch or to register for an upcoming class with Jamie, here is the link: https://www.soulpunch.info/our-instructors

After two weeks out of the studio thanks to a household takeover by Hand, Foot & Mouth, Laura is finally back. To help all the fellow germ-battling parents out there, Dr. Mary Sammon from Nemours Children's Hospital joins The Kathy Romano Show to break down the parade of kid illnesses going around right now, what's coming next, and how parents can attempt (keyword: attempt) to keep their households healthy.

In honor of April Fool's Day, the Kathy Romano Show played a prank on Bill Tafrow who hosts afternoons here on B101. We called him this morning to let him know he was fooled -- but also that he's an excellent employee.

Kristine Mascione calls in to share all the details about her upcoming women-only “Mom Field Trip” to kick off the launch of her app, Vondern. Vondern is an app that connects users with things to do, places to go, and events based on their interest and location. Their focus is within smaller towns and businesses. The first Mom Field Trip is happening on Saturday, May 2nd and departs from Havertown PA. It's a one-day bus trip with a few fun stops and a chance to actually get out and do something different for the day! Bee Positive features the good news going on in your life and helps highlight community events in the Delaware Valley. If you have Bee Positive news give us a call 888-333-B101 weekdays between 6a-10a or email laura@b101philly.com.

We love when we have kids call in with their Bee Positive news and we are so inspired by Addi Birney. She is a 2026 Teen of Impact Nominee for the American Heart Association. Addi was born with a rare heart condition. Next year, Addi is heading to college to pursue her dream of becoming a cardiac nurse practitioner so she can help others the way they've helped her. Bee Positive features the good news going on in your life and helps highlight community events in the Delaware Valley. If you have Bee Positive news give us a call 888-333-B101 weekdays between 6a-10a or email laura@b101philly.com.

It's National Cheesesteak Day and you know we had to celebrate! Barclay Prime's Executive Chef Ben Moore joins The Kathy Romano Show to talk about their iconic $140 cheesesteak.... and yes, he brought cheesesteaks!!!

Shannon called in to share all the details on the 5th Annual Mighty MoJo Memorial Run happening on Saturday, April 11th at Ridley Creek State Park in Media, PA. For more information about this event and how to register or donate, please visit www.mightymojo.org.

Joining us today on The Kathy Romano Show is comedian Greg Fitzsimmons before his upcoming shows at Helium Comedy Club this weekend! Greg Fitzsimmons is a comic that doesn't need a fancy gimmick or schtick to rouse a crowd. He simply opens his mouth, the perfectly crafted jokes fly out, and the crowd is in stitches. A mix of incisive wit with scathing sarcasm, Fitzsimmons has honed his brand of observational, yet self-deprecating, comedy. Tap below to hear their full chat now!

Joining us today on The Kathy Romano Show is HSN's Jasmine Brooks! Jasmine joins us for a fun game with our listeners, guessing the price of items on HSN. Listen now!

Joining us today on The Kathy Romano Show is All My Children soap opera star, Broadcasting Hall Of Fame inductee, Emmy Winner, Susan Lucci. Susan joins us to share what her career means to her, and gives us an inside look on her new memoir, La Lucci.

Joining us today on The Kathy Romano Show are 14 year old Abby and 12 year old Cameron from Plymouth Meeting, PA, a sibling duo who competed in the 2026 Baking Championship: Next Gen. Tap below to hear their chat now!

Joining us today on The Kathy Romano Show is local Olympic athlete from Bucks County, short-track speed skater Andrew Heo who is deep in training representing Team USA in the 2026 Winter Olympics. Tap below to hear their chat now!

Comedian and Content Creator Zachariah Porter joins The Kathy Romano Show ahead of his sold out show at The Fillmore Philadelphia on February 6th. Tap below to hear their chat now!

It's not every day your job sends you to Milan, Italy! Siobhan McGirl of NBC10 Philadelphia joins The Kathy Romano Show to discuss covering the 2026 Winter Olympics in 2 weeks as a local correspondent. Listen below to hear more of what Siobhan's looking forward to, along with some local athletes who are competing in this year's games!

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus join The Kathy Romano Show this morning to chat about Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show on Earth coming to Xfinity Mobile Arena this February, and show off some tricks that you can see during the show!

After a long 3 months on maternity leave, Laura Boss is BACK on B101! Listen as she joins Bobby and Kathy this morning to share her exciting return!

Crystal Marie is a 1st generation Iraqi American Stand-Up Comedian, Writer, and Producer. Unfiltered, unbothered, and unapologetically funny, Crystal Marie delivers hot takes, reckless overshares, and punchlines sharp enough to make you question your life choices... in the best way. This morning, Crystal joins The Kathy Romano Show to share more about her experience in stand-up, acting, and her love for Producer Brett. Listen now!

Marvin Gomez is a bilingual meteorologist on NBC10 and Telemundo62, whose forecast airs every weekend morning starting at 6AM. Little does he know, Bobby is a huge fan of his work! Today, Marvin joins The Kathy Romano Show in the B101 studio to surprise Bobby, and discuss his passion for his work. Tap below to hear Marvin's chat with The Kathy Romano Show now!

Dennis Pullin, CEO and President of Virtua Health sits down with Kathy Romano and Bobby Smith of The Kathy Romano Show to chat all about Dennis' novel and Amazon best-seller, Suited for Leadership. Dennis is a recognized leader, passionate advocate for healthcare equity, and has been named one of the top 10 healthcare leaders in the United States by HealthCare Digital in 2024, and honored by Modern Health Care has one of the top 25 innovators, and one of the top 100 most influential people in healthcare. 100% of the proceeds of Dennis' book are donated to Virtua Health's Eat Well initiative, which creates reliable and affordable sources for nutritious food. Take a listen to Dennis' chat with Kathy and Bobby below!

Congrats are in order to our High School Division Christmas Choir Competition Champions, Woodstown High School! Their Chamber Choir, Choir Director, Principal, and our High School Division sponsor from Verizon joins The Kathy Romano Show this morning to celebrate their winnings!

Congrats are in order to our K-8 Division Christmas Choir Competition Champions, Notre Dame De Lourdes School! Their 5th-8th Grade Choir joins The Kathy Romano Show this morning to celebrate their winnings!

After a super-competitive competition, we would like to congratulate Woodstown High School from Woodstown, New Jersey performing "Winter Wonderland" for being B101's 2025 High School Division Christmas Choir Competition 1st Place Champions! Hear the champion's song play again today, December 12th, at 10:35 AM, 1:35 PM and 4:35 PM. Listen to The Kathy Romano Show share the exciting news with Choir Director, Kahlil Gunther

Congratulations to Cherry Hill High School West from Cherry Hill, New Jersey performing "Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer" for coming in third place in B101's 2025 High School Division Christmas Choir Competition!

Congratulations to Ridley High School from Folsom, PA performing "Like It's Christmas" for coming in second place in B101's 2025 High School Division Christmas Choir Competition!

Actress Cara Buono known for her role as Karen Wheeler in Netflix's Stranger Things joins The Kathy Romano Show! Cara discusses her journey as a part of the massively popular show as well as her time on Mad Men and The Sopranos.

Congratulations to Woodstown High School from Woodstown, New Jersey - our third and final finalist in the High School Division of B101's 2025 Christmas Choir Competition! Their Chamber Choir is advancing to the finals of the B101 Christmas Choir Competition today, Thursday, December 11th with their performance of "Winter Wonderland".

Congratulations to Ridley High School from Folsom, PA - our second finalist in the High School Division of B101's 2025 Christmas Choir Competition! Their Rhapsody Choir is advancing to the finals of the B101 Christmas Choir Competition this Thursday, December 11th with their performance of "Like It's Christmas".

Congratulations to Cherry Hill High School West from Cherry Hill, NJ - our first finalist in the High School Division of B101's 2025 Christmas Choir Competition! Their Chambers Singers Choir is advancing to the finals of the B101 Christmas Choir Competition this Thursday, December 11th with their performance of "Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer".

Olivia E. Herman, otherwise known as the "Philly Mom" on social platforms joins The Kathy Romano Show this morning

It's the holiday season! Celebrate with Kathy Romano's Holiday Activities Theme Song by Kyle Mac

We want to send out a huge congratulations to our High School Division Semifinalists in our 2025 Christmas Choir Competition!

Congratulations to Carl Sandburg Middle School from Levittown, PA performing "Pennies from Heaven (from the Movie, Elf)" for coming in third place in B101's 2025 K-8 Christmas Choir Competition!

Congratulations to Holy Innocents Catholic School from Philadelphia, PA performing "Someday at Christmas" for coming in 2nd place in B101's 2025 K-8 Christmas Choir Competition!

After a super-competitive competition, we would like to congratulate Notre Dame De Lourdes School from Swarthmore, PA performing "Like It's Christmas" for being B101's 2025 K-8th Grade Christmas Choir Competition 1st Place Champions!

Congratulations to Carl Sandburg Middle School from Levittown, PA - our third and final finalist in the K-8th Division of B101's 2025 Christmas Choir Competition! Their Sandburg Soundwaves Choir is advancing to the finals of the B101 Christmas Choir Competition today, Thursday, December 5th with their performance of "Pennies From Heaven (from the movie, Elf)".

Congratulations to Notre Dame De Lourdes School from Swarthmore, PA - our second finalist in the K-8th Division of B101's 2025 Christmas Choir Competition! Their 5th-8th Grade Choir is advancing to the finals of the B101 Christmas Choir Competition this Thursday, December 4th with their performance of "Like It's Christmas".

Adam Joseph of 6ABC joins The Kathy Romano Show. Adam and Kathy talk holiday plans as they prepare to host the West Chester Christmas Parade this Friday, December 5th 7:00pm-8:30pm. Adam also shares updates on the first winter storm of the season!

Congratulations to Holy Innocents Catholic School from Philadelphia, PA - our first finalist in the K-8th Division of B101's 2025 Christmas Choir Competition! Their Holy Innocents School Choir is advancing to the finals of the B101 Christmas Choir Competition this Thursday, December 4th with their performance of "Someday at Christmas".

We want to send out a huge congratulations to our K-8 Semifinalists in our 2025 Christmas Choir Competition! Listen to this morning's announcement to hear this year's semifinalists. Tune in to The Kathy Romano Show on B101 all next week, Monday, December 1st through Wednesday, December 3rd at 7 AM to hear the Semifinalists' songs on their set days! VOTE starting Monday for who you want to move on to this year's finals!

Patrick Warburton joins The Kathy Romano Show to talk about entering the world of Zootopia 2 with his new character and reflects on his career as one of the most recognizable voices in animation! He touches on classic roles and recalls his experience playing Puddy on Seinfeld. Patrick also discusses his recent and new experience in stand up.

Tracy Davidson is an Emmy Award-winning anchor and investigative consumer reporter at NBC10 Philadelphia. She joins Kathy and Bobby in the B101 studio to reflect on her career and discuss what she will be doing moving forward!

Erica Vanstone, the executive director of Philly PAL, joins The Kathy Romano Show to discuss how the program utilizes sports, mentorship, education, and more! PAL (Police Athletic League of Philadelphia) is a youth development organization offering programs to Philadelphia's youth, ages 6-18. Erica discusses how you can get involved or donate to programs yourself! Bee Positive focuses on the happy news going on in your life! We want to feature you, so call us anytime and share your good news at 888-333-B101 or leave us a voice message with your phone number through the free Audacy app...