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The Joe DeCamara & Jon Ritchie podcast is an absolute gem in the world of sports talk radio. The outstanding chemistry between Joe and Jon is evident from the moment you start listening. Joe's impeccable knowledge of sports, particularly his ability to recall even the most obscure facts, makes him a walking sports encyclopedia. Meanwhile, Jon's background as a former Eagles fullback brings a unique perspective to their discussions. His thoughtfulness and articulate manner of speaking make for engaging and insightful conversations. However, it's not just the hosts that make this podcast great; James, the producer with a voice reminiscent of Charlie Day, adds another fantastic element to the show.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is "Beat The Hammer," a weekly segment where random callers test their sports trivia knowledge against Joe "The Hammer" DeCamara. This segment is incredibly entertaining as it showcases the vast knowledge and quick thinking abilities of both Joe and the callers. It's a thrilling battle that keeps listeners engaged and often leaves them laughing out loud.
Another highlight of this podcast is Joe DeCamara himself. With what may be one of the most idiosyncratic personalities known to man, he brings an undeniable charm and humor to every episode. His passion for sports shines through in his energetic delivery and infectious enthusiasm. He truly is a gem in the world of sports talk radio.
However, one criticism that could be made about this podcast is Spike's nickname and style choices continue to perplex some listeners. While not directly related to Joe DeCamara or Jon Ritchie themselves, it does stand out as being incongruous with the rest of the show. It may seem like a small detail but can sometimes distract from an otherwise enjoyable listening experience.
In conclusion, The Joe DeCamara & Jon Ritchie podcast is an excellent source of entertainment for fans of Philly sports talk radio. With their outstanding chemistry, hilarious banter, and engaging discussions, Joe and Jon make every episode a pleasure to listen to. The addition of James as the producer adds another dynamic element to the show. While there may be some minor aspects that could be improved upon, overall, this podcast is a must-listen for any sports fan looking for a great source of entertainment and insightful discussions.
The full 94 WIP crew — Joe DeCamara, Jon Ritchie, Tom Kelly, Joe Giglio, Hugh Douglas, Spike Eskin, Ike Reese, and Jack Fritz — dive into the Phillies' playoff outlook after their latest series win. From debating who should bat leadoff to breaking down the lineup's strengths heading into October, the station reacts to all things Phils. Plus, Phillies radio voice Scott Franzke joins the Afternoon Show. Tune in weekdays 6 AM – 6 PM EST on 94 WIP, the Audacy app, or live on YouTube at YouTube.com/@SportsRadio94WIP.
In a busy Eagles week on 94WIP guests MIke Mayock, Sheil Kapadia and former head coach Dick Vermeil call in to break down Sunday's Super Bowl rematch between the Eagles and Chiefs. Meanwhile, the Phillies are red hot coming down the stretch in September as radio broadcasters Scott Franzke and Larry Andersen check in to react to a Phils sweep over the Mets and if this is finally the year the team can put it all together in the postseason. Plus, former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson joins the WIP Midday Show ahead of his exhibition with Floyd Mayweather.
Listen to the best audio of the week from the Morning Show with DeCamara & Ritchie, Midday Show with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio, and the Afternoon Show with Ike, Spike, and Fritz as the Eagles get ready to head to Kansas City for a Week 2 to matchup vs the Chiefs. Here every storyline and detail you need to know ahead of the big early season showdown!
From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): A Super Bowl rematch and a chance to bet Patrick Mahomes as an underdog. What will Mike and Jim do? Find out on this episode of Cash the Ticket. Download and subscribe today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The WIP Morning Team breaks down the Phillies comeback win against the Mets last night, which resulted in a series sweep. Joe DeCamara states the standings, with 15 Phillies games to go they are 11 games up on the Mets, 4.5 up on the Dodgers for the two seed, and two games back from the Brewers. The team talks about the Eagles upcoming game and what they should do with Jalen Carter, who was suspended last game. Should the Eagles bench Carter or should he be allowed to play. Dick Vermeil and Eliot Shorr-Parks join the show and discuss their opinions on both the Eagles upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs and the Carter spit situation. They break down who will start at cornerback on Sunday, Shorr-Parks shares an injury report, and Dick Vermeil said if he was in charge ”I would jump Jalen Carter's ass”. The team talks about Jesus Luzardo's eight strong innings after letting up four runs in the first inning of the game. They highlight the trade deadline pieces that have thrived in Philadelphia, specifically Harrison Bader. They break down the Packers/Commanders game last night, analyzing who is the bigger threat to the Philadelphia Eagles now. Next, the team gives their picks for the NFL this week, watch as Joe DeCamara wins yet another Beat the Hammer, listen to Time's Yours calls, and more on Friday morning.
The WIP Morning Team breaks down the Phillies win over the New York Mets last night. The win completed the Phillies sweep of the Mets, and put them 11 games over the Mets in the National League East. Joe DeCamara states the standings, with 15 Phillies games to go they are 11 games up on the Mets, 4.5 up on the Dodgers for the two seed, and two games back from the Brewers. The team talks about the Eagles upcoming game and what they should do with Jalen Carter, who was suspended last game. Some of the team thinks that they should bench him while others say he should play every snap. The team discusses the Flyers post season chances as training camp begins this week. Break down the Phillies trade deadline moves, praising Rob Thomson for his moves with Bader, Duran and platooning Castellanos. Finally, the team introduces the side topic of the day, who is the best old person character.
The WIP Morning Team talked about the Eagles game this Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs with Eliot Shorr-Parks this hour. They discuss Jalen Carter's return to the lineup after the spitting incident, and if the team should sit him. Shorr-Parks said he believes they should discipline him but it is unlikely that they will bench him. There is an injury update on Landon Dickerson and Will Shipley, and Shorr-Parks predicts who he believes will start at cornerback this week. Joe DeCamara shares his newest take, that he thinks Jalen Hurts is just like Eric Snow. The rest of the morning team weighs in on their thoughts on that. The team finally breaks down the comeback from the Phillies last night. They were down 4-0 to the Mets after the first inning and were able to come back and complete the sweep. The Phillies post season is getting closer and the team reacts to the future.
The WIP Morning Team is joined by Dick Vermeil, former Eagles coach, to talk about the upcoming Eagles matchup this week. Vermeil breaks down the Eagles need to defend Travis Kelce, and how the Chiefs are coming into the game with the biggest motivator; revenge. Vermeil shares his opinion on the Jalen Carter situation, how if he was in charge he would ‘jump his ass', and that prompts Jon Ritchie to share a moment in his career when he would have gotten ‘his ass jumped'. The Hammer wins another segment of ‘Beat the Hammer', extending his win total to 293 wins. The team reacts to last night's Phillies win, listening to Scott Franske call each scoring play from the Phillies. They talk about the importance of getting hot at the right time, as the Phillies are doing. The team listens to a sister station, 96.5 The Fan, talk about what happens when people doubt Patrick Mahomes. The team debates if the Chiefs will be a good team this season or if this will be the end of the Chiefs success.
The WIP Morning Team picks the teams that they think are going to win week two of the NFL season. Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie each select three teams they think will win. Next, the team talks about the Phillies win last night and previews the upcoming Eagles game. They discuss the lack of targets AJ Brown got last game and what they can do to get the ball to him on Sunday. The team talks about the batting order for the Phillies going forward, who will lead off Turner or Bader? They discuss the NCAA football games this week, listen to drops of the week, get the final results of the Twitter poll question of the day and finally, listen to Time's Yours calls.
The WIP Morning Team talks about the Phillies win last night and what it means going forward. The team is joined by Ian, the man who injured Joe DeCamara's foot and hears his perspective about the injury. The team discusses the lack of receptions AJ Brown had in last week's game and what they need to do this week to get the ball to him. They compliment Jordan Davis, who played the full game, and stepped up for the Eagles defense. The team talks about the batting order for the Phillies going forward, who will lead off Turner or Bader? The team gets final reports on the Twitter poll and listens to Time's Yours calls.
The WIP Morning Team gives their picks for week two of the NFL season. Last week, Jon Ritchie was 2-1 and Joe DeCamara was 0-3. Jon and Joe give their picks for this week, with a twist! The team talks about the NCAA College football games this week, what they think about the Temple Owls playing at Lincoln Financial Field, and how they think the Eagles will do in Arrowhead this weekend. They listen to the drops of the week, awarding the best sound clip of the Morning Show this week.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to last night's Phillies win, listening to Scott Franske call the runs. They break down each scoring play from the Phillies and talk about the importance of getting hot at the right time. The team talks about the importance of the comeback win last night. They react to Bader saying that Philadelphia is a great baseball city and how pleased he is to play here. They talk about the Phillies post season expectations and talk about what stood out last night in the Packers/Commanders game. Finally, DeCamara shares when he believes the Joe vs Jack competition finale will take place, following his injury. The team listens to a sister station, 96.5 The Fan, talk about what happens when people doubt Patrick Mahomes. The team debates if the Chiefs will be a good team this season or if this will be the end of the Chiefs success.
The WIP Morning Team listens as Joe DeCamara ‘the Hammer' dominates in Beat the Hammer. He gets another win in the books, going 5/5 in this week's segment. Dick Vermeil joins the Morning Team to discuss what he thinks about the upcoming matchup. He shares that the grudge is the best motivator in the NFL and the Chiefs have the want to beat the Eagles. He said, “I don't think you can ever say an Andy Reid team is ready to fold”. Despite that Vermeil thinks the Eagles will beat the Chiefs, however they need to focus on their coverage of Travis Kelce. He shares his opinion on the Jalen Carter situation, how he would've approached it, and how the team should move forward. He said he would have jumped his ass, which prompts Jon Ritchie to share a moment in his career when he would have gotten ‘his ass jumped'.
The WIP Morning Team is joined by Eliot Shorr-Parks to break down the Eagles injuries, Eagles cornerback situation and upcoming matchup against the Chiefs. Shorr-Parks believes that the second corner for Sunday's game will be Adoree Jackson, who has something to prove this week. Landon Dickerson was a full participant, indicating he will play this weekend, and the team breaks down how the atmosphere will be in Arrowhead this weekend against the Chiefs. The team also talks about the Phillies win last night, one of the most impressive wins of the season. The Phillies team came back from a 4-0 deficit to defeat the Mets and sweep them this series. They are now close to clinching the division and closer to a spot in the playoffs.
The WIP Morning Team discusses the Eagles upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. They listen to audio from Greg Cosell yesterday talking about how Jalen is able to adapt to whatever position is needed. Joe DeCamara shares that he thinks Jalen is just like Eric Snow. The rest of the morning team strongly disagrees with DeCamara, even saying he found a new way to discredit Jalen Hurts. The team is appalled at DeCamara's latest take and DeCamara even said ‘Devan looks like she'd swing at me'. Meanwhile they propose other comparisons in sports that make more sense.
The WIP Morning Team shares what they think should be the punishment for Jalen Carter. Should he be sat in this week's upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs? Jon Ritchie said he would not bench him, but expects him to dominate going forward and believes that he is punishing himself enough. Rhea Hughes said she believes they should bench him. They talk about how well Thomson has done with his trade deadline acquisitions and his success in the right field. He managed to sign Bader, platoon Castellanos, and secure Duran. They discuss if the Flyers will make the playoffs this year and the team finally introduces the side topic of the day, who is the best old person character.
The WIP Morning Team talks about the Phillies sweep yesterday. They talk about Jesus Luzardo giving up four runs in the first inning and then get through eight without a hit. “I thought it was an impressive start from him” said James Seltzer. The team was able to come back and could have checked out but they fought, which is promising for the post season, Jon Ritchie said. DeCamara states the standings, with 15 Phillies games to go they are 11 games up on the Mets, 4.5 up on the Dodgers for the two seed, and two games back from the Brewers. The team talks about the Eagles team and how they will size up to the Chiefs who are coming into the game hot and looking for a win. They also talk about the Packers/Commanders game last night and what they saw that looks promising for the Eagles.
From 'Go Birds' (subscribe here): Eliot Shorr-Parks dives into the news that Dallas Goedert has a knee injury and might not play on Sunday vs. the Chiefs. Then, Jordan Davis talks about the Jalen Carter incident, Tank Bigsby talks about being a kick returner and Nick Siranni explains what makes Jalen Hurts such a good runner. Plus, a preview of the Eagles defensive line vs. the Chiefs offensive line. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The WIP Morning Team recaps the Phillies' win over the Mets as they aim to sweep tonight, having taken three of four games, and look ahead to the postseason. Ruben Amaro Jr. joins to discuss potential starting pitchers for a Phillies playoff Game 5. Jason Kelce also stops by to break down the Eagles vs. Chiefs matchup—how should the Eagles defend his brother? What's the plan for Jalen Carter returning after last season's ejection—play him or bench him? The team also gives life advice to an Eagles fan dating a Cowboys fan, takes Time's Yours calls, and previews tonight's Mets/Phillies game.
The WIP Morning Show reacts to the Phillies' series-clinching win over the Mets as they look for a sweep tonight. Plus, a Ray Didinger clip compares Jalen Carter to Hall of Famer “Mean” Joe Greene ahead of the Eagles-Chiefs matchup. The crew debates today's Twitter poll on “over-the-top ridiculous scenes” and previews a packed guest lineup.
Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the WIP Morning Team to break down the Phillies' postseason outlook and share his evolving thoughts on the trade deadline. He reflects on transitioning from starter to bench player. The team also previews the Eagles' upcoming game, discussing Jalen Carter's role and who will match up against Travis Kelce. Plus, they analyze tonight's Packers vs Commanders matchup and predict the winner.
Jason Kelce and Ruben Amaro Jr. join the WIP Morning Team to break down the Jalen Carter suspension, how the Eagles should approach him, and strategies for defending Travis Kelce. They analyze the Micah Parsons trade, the Phillies' recent success, and which players could step up in the postseason.
The WIP Morning Team tackles Time's Yours and Life Advice with the Hammer. They debate who they'd trust to pitch in a Phillies playoff Game 5—Ranger Suarez or Jesus Luzardo—and break down the Eagles' defense ahead of this weekend's matchup. The team also previews tonight's Packers vs. Commanders game, gives life advice to an Eagles fan dating a Cowboys fan, and takes Time's Yours calls while looking ahead to the Mets/Phillies game.
The WIP Morning Team talks about who they want to see win tonight in the Packers vs Commanders game. They break down the Phillies game tonight where the team is looking to sweep the Mets. Ruben Amaro Jr. shares what he sees in the outfield and who he believes will be able to stay consistent going forward. The team discusses Trea Turner going out and if he will return this season, if so, when and how will he perform. Joe DeCamara shares his disappointment in the league in regards to the National League batting average.
The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. as they discuss who they trust to pitch in the post season game five, Ranger or Luzardo? What will the pitching rotation look like for the Phillies? Ruben Amaro Jr said “He's one of the best playoff pitchers in the history of the game” about Ranger. Jon Ritchie shares that he thinks a new Jalen Carter will show up this weekend against Kansas City. The team breaks down the defense, and the Hammer gives Life Advice. An Eagles fan asks the Hammer if he should continue dating a Cowboys fan.
The WIP Morning Team is joined by Jason Kelce to reflect on this week in history, including when Pete Rose made his mark. They react to Jalen Hurts' media comments yesterday about AJ Brown and Devonta Smith's limited receptions last week. Kelce shares his perspective on how, in this city, early-season struggles often set the stage for long-term success. He also weighs in on the Phillies' strong performance following Wheeler's injury. The conversation touches on Ben Simmons' future after being dropped by his agent and breaks down which players from the bottom of the lineup could step up in the postseason—and much more.
The WIP Morning Show is joined by Jason Kelce as the team breaks down the Jalen Carter suspension, what Kelce observed from the sidelines, and how Carter should move forward. They also follow up on Mike Quick's appearance yesterday and ask Kelce how the Eagles can defend his brother this week. The discussion touches on Jerry Jones' handling of the Micah Parsons trade and whether he should have applied pressure on the Eagles, even if Parsons wasn't being traded to them.
Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the WIP Morning Team to preview NFL Week 2, starting with tonight's Commanders vs Packers matchup—who will come out on top? The team also looks ahead to the Eagles' game this weekend, debating Jalen Carter's role—should he play every snap or sit? Joe DeCamara thinks he should play full-time. They also discuss who should match up against Travis Kelce—Campbell, DeJean, or someone else?
The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr., who shares updates on his life and weighs in on the Phillies. He breaks down the team post–trade deadline, praising the front office for finding the right players. Amaro Jr admits he initially questioned the Harrison Bader signing but was proven wrong. The crew debates whether the trade deadline moves were a success, and Amaro Jr offers insight into the challenges of transitioning from a starter to a bench role—something fans often underestimate.
The WIP Morning Show dives into Eagles-Chiefs Week 2, reacting to a Ray Didinger clip where he compares Jalen Carter's dominance to Hall of Famer “Mean” Joe Greene. Plus, reaction to the Phillies' win over the Mets as they clinch the series and look for a sweep tonight.
The WIP Morning Show reacts to the Phillies' win over the Mets, clinching the series as they aim for a sweep tonight. The new-look outfield — with Harrison Bader, Max Kepler, Brandon Marsh, and more — has turned a weakness into a strength, fueling the offense at just the right time. The crew also debates today's Twitter poll on “over-the-top ridiculous scenes,” looks ahead to the Phillies' postseason chances, and previews a packed guest lineup.
From 'Go Birds' (subscribe here): Eliot Shorr-Parks goes over the fine handed to Jalen Carter as he avoids suspension for spitting on Dak Prescott. Plus, Vic Fangio talks Adoree Jackson and Jordan Davis, Kevin Patullo talks the need to throw the ball deep and Michael Clay explains how the team will use Tank Bigsby in kickoffs. Then, a preview of the Eagles wide receivers vs. the Chiefs defensive backs. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
James Seltzer, Jon Ritchie, Rhea Hughes, and Devan Kaney react to a big night in Philly sports. Kyle Schwarber makes Phillies history with his 50th HR of the season as the Phils take down the Mets. The crew and callers debate the Jalen Carter verdict — was it the right decision? Plus, NFL analyst Ross Tucker joins the show to break it all down and preview the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX rematch in Kansas City.
The 94 WIP Morning Show opens with reactions to the Phillies win over the Mets last night, as Kyle Schwarber etches himself in Phillies history with 50 HRs in one season, placing himself as the second Phillie to do so. Plus, Jon, James, Rhea and callers react to the Jalen Carter decision as he is expected to play Sunday in KC.
The WIP Morning Show continues, as callers and James, Jon, Rhea, and Devan all sound off their thoughts on Jalen Carter. NFL Analyst Ross Tucker then joins to breakdown his thoughts of the weekend, and his perspective on the Carter situation... All this, and more on Phillies Mets, plus calls.
Ross Tucker rolls into the next hour, as we look ahead to the Eagles matchup this weekend in Kansas City. Will Jalen Hurts and the Eagles continue to pound the run game? Or will we see a big game in the air like we did the last meeting in SB LIX? Plus, more on the Phillies Mets series, and callers.
In the final hour the Morning Team discusses if they learned to whistle. All ahead of more calls on the Phillies, and a surprising poll that supposedly 70% of Sixers fans would welcome back Ben Simmons? Wrapping with 'Times Yours'.
The Morning Team reacts to a surprising poll as supposedly 73% of Sixers fans wouldn't be opposed to bringing back Ben Simmons!? Plus Times Yours....
Ross Tucker joins the WIP Morning show to review week 1 and preview week 2 of the NFL season!
Ross Tucker joins the WIP Morning Team to discuss the NFL's decision not to suspend Jalen Carter.
The 94 WIP Morning Show continues discussing Phillies Mets & Eagles Chiefs, but not before discussing how they learned to whistle. What things did you not learn as a kid? Do siblings end up teaching the family? Callers chime in!
The WIP Morning Show answers questions from YOU the audience!