Joe Giglio Show

Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows break down the Phillies season starting to turn things around and highlight Alec Bohm and Andrew Painter's struggles. Larry Andersen and Scott Franzke join to weigh in.

Listen to the Best of Flyers on 94WIP where the host break down the Flyers' Second Round Playoff Series against the Carolina Hurricanes.

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 they keep breaking down all the top breaking news and storylines from the Eagles offseason.

Full Show: Friday, May 8th, 2026. The Flyers lost again to the Hurricanes and they trail 0-3 in the series. The Sixers have a big Game 3 at home tonight and Andrew Painter is struggling. Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio discuss it all.

In the opening hour, Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio react to another Flyers' loss to the Hurricanes. The Flyers now trail the series 0-3.

Phillies' rookie starting pitcher Andrew Painter has a 6.89 ERA. Hugh & Joe react.

In the 12pm hour, Phillies play by play announcer Scott Franzke joins the show to talk Phillies.

In the 1pm hour, Giglio and Hugh discuss Jared McCain's 18 points in 18 minutes for the OKC Thunder in the playoffs.

Another viral Philadelphian moment allows us to revisit some of the best ever.

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas and discuss the Sixers' lack of bench and Jared McCain's outburst for OKC.

The A.J. Brown saga continues and Hugh Douglas says he's still holding the line.

Phillies radio play by play announcer Scott Franzke joins Hugh & Joe to talk Phillies.

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio predict what the Xfinity Mobile Arena will be like for Game 3.

Phillies' rookie Andrew Painter is a problem right now for the Phillies.

Joe Giglio says the penalty call on Taylor Hall remaining a minor and not a major penalty changed the game.

The Flyers trail the Hurricanes 0-3 in their series now.

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas react to the Sixers' devastating Game 2 loss against the Knicks and debate whether Joel Embiid should have attempted to play despite his injuries. They also discuss the Phillies' hot streak under Don Mattingly and the potential end of Alec Bohm's role as an everyday starter. Additionally, they preview the Flyers' return home for Game 3 and address the latest rumors surrounding Mike Vrabel and A.J. Brown. 01:50 - Sixers Game 2 Reaction 15:10 - Maxey Series Outlook 30:30 - Embiid Injury Timeline 44:00 - Embiid Defensive Struggles 59:00 - Mattingly Phillies Shift 01:12:20 - Hugh Slams Tiki Barber 01:28:10 - Sixers Franchise Future 01:43:30 - Mailata On AJ Brown 01:57:10 - Standard Of Eagles 02:13:30 - Morganti Flyers Preview 02:26:50 - Vrabel Russini Controversy 02:41:10 - Bohm Pinch Hit Decisions 02:54:30 - Hugh's Retirement Banter 03:08:00 - Blue Jeans Suppression

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas analyze the Sixers' frustrating Game 2 loss to the Knicks, debating whether Joel Embiid should have attempted to play despite being ruled out early. They examine the team's late-game execution and take calls from fans who are divided on the team's chances for a series comeback. They also highlight Nick Nurse's coaching performance and the Phillies' recent success under Don Mattingly. 01:50 - Show Introduction 06:16 - Sixers Series Outlook 09:44 - Evaluating Tyrese Maxey 14:16 - Fan Temperature Check 28:05 - Embiid Injury Debate 38:58 - Managing Star Injuries 43:30 - Nick Nurse's Impact 48:31 - Phillies Winning Streak

Joe and Hugh Douglas evaluate Don Mattingly's recent Phillies lineup shifts and discuss whether Alec Bohm is losing his status as a regular starter. They also fire back at Tiki Barber for his disparaging remarks about Joel Embiid's injury history and unreliability during the postseason. 01:50 - Phillies Late Comeback Win 05:34 - Alec Bohm Benched Late 09:56 - Mattingly Manages Lineup Decisions 15:37 - Flyers Playoff Series Update 19:10 - Joel Embiid Injury Debate 29:20 - Hugh Douglas Slams Tiki Barber 38:32 - Sixers Playoff Betting Lines

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas discuss the latest A.J. Brown trade rumors and Jordan Mailata's reaction to his teammate's possible departure. Al Morganti joins the program to preview Game 3 of the Flyers' series and the potential acquisition of Auston Matthews. They also examine Trea Turner's defensive regression and the high standards of the Eagles organization. 01:50 - A.J. Brown Trade Rumors 11:00 - Standards For Eagles Success 26:35 - Al Morganti Flyers Interview 37:30 - Auston Matthews Trade Potential 44:54 - Trea Turner Shortstop Struggles

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio dive into the fallout of the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini rumors, speculating on the potential impact for the Patriots and an A.J. Brown trade. They analyze the Philadelphia Phillies' lineup changes involving Alec Bohm and explore the renewed possibility of acquiring Mike Trout. Finally, the discussion touches on the Sixers' playoff strategy and Hugh's ongoing feud with Tiki Barber. 02:11 - Vrabel and Russini Rumors 06:00 - A.J. Brown Trade Impact 14:38 - Phillies Lineup and Bohm 18:41 - Sixers Load Management Debate 24:02 - Hugh Douglas Matador Career 29:30 - Retirement Home Living Options 35:20 - Mike Trout Trade Rumors 46:40 - Hugh vs the Barber Brothers

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio discuss a report from Mike Florio regarding a potential scandal involving Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini. They debate whether the situation could lead to Vrabel stepping down as the Patriots' head coach and how that would jeopardize a trade for A.J. Brown. Additionally, they touch on the Phillies' recent success and Alec Bohm's playing time under Don Mattingly. 01:41 - Mike Vrabel Coaching Future 07:31 - A.J. Brown Trade Impact 15:35 - Phillies And Sixers Updates 22:20 - Bryce Harper Team Influence

Hugh Douglas navigate a series of mishaps starting with a water-damaged notebook before diving into a spirited debate about trading for Mike Trout. He also explores the possibility of moving into a retirement community and addresses his ongoing friction with Tiki Barber. 01:00 - Hugh's Spilled Water Incident 02:37 - Assisted Living Discussion 07:49 - Mike Trout Trade Rumors 13:46 - Anthony From Jersey Call 17:46 - Baldness and Barber Beef

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas welcome Al Morganti to preview the Flyers' crucial Game 3 against the Hurricanes while discussing injury impacts and the potential for an Auston Matthews trade. They also analyze Trea Turner's defensive regression with the Phillies and field calls regarding Joel Embiid's fitness and Mike Vrabel's future. 01:00 - Flyers Game 3 Preview 07:09 - NHL Playoff Bracket Outlook 11:52 - Auston Matthews Trade Rumors 18:17 - Embiid And Vrabel Speculation 20:43 - Trea Turner Defensive Regression

Hugh Douglas reacts to Jordan Mailata mentioning he will miss AJ Brown, fueling speculation about the star receiver's future with the Eagles. They explore why the organizational standard for the Eagles remains higher than for the Flyers or Sixers before debating a potential betting parlay for a busy night in Philadelphia sports. 01:12 - Mailata on AJ Brown 10:23 - Flyers Playoff Progress 14:39 - Sixers Bandwagon Skepticism 17:23 - The Eagles Standard 20:43 - Philly Sports Parlay

Joe and Hugh Douglas evaluate the Phillies' recent victory and why Alec Bohm being pinch-hit for signals a change in Don Mattingly's management style. They weigh the Flyers' chances of a comeback and compare Joel Embiid's injury woes to past stars like Eric Lindros. 01:00 - Phillies Comeback Win Analysis 05:03 - Bohm's Role Shift Discussion 09:28 - Caller Debate: Harper Influence 15:14 - Flyers Playoff Game Three 20:10 - Embiid Injury History Concerns

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio debate the Philadelphia 76ers' decision to rule out Joel Embiid early before their Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks. They analyze whether the superstar should have attempted to play through hip soreness, comparing his toughness to past athletes like Donovan McNabb and Troy Vincent. They also highlight the Phillies' recent success and take listener calls regarding Nick Nurse's coaching performance. 01:35 - Embiid Scratched Early 03:47 - NFL Pain Tolerance 08:41 - Strategic Injury Management 14:38 - Callers Talk Sixers 23:54 - Phillies Success Update

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio evaluate the Sixers' chances of a comeback after falling into an 0-2 hole against the Knicks. They analyze key performances from Tyrese Maxey and Paul George while discussing how the injury to OG Anunoby might shift the series momentum. 01:00 - Introduction and Updates 02:51 - Sixers Game 2 Analysis 07:40 - Postgame Player Reactions 14:00 - OG Anunoby Injury Impact 15:17 - Fan Reaction and Debate

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio tackle the news of Joel Embiid being ruled out for Game 2 against the Knicks and Hugh's verbal takedown of New York host Tiki Barber. They explore the potential of rookie quarterback Cole Payton and whether he could eventually challenge Jalen Hurts for the starting role. 02:05 - Phillies Winning Streak 07:15 - Harper's Thomson Comments 13:20 - Rosenthal On Turnaround 25:30 - Stott's Playing Time 36:15 - Clubhouse Leadership Debate 50:15 - Sixers Officiating Issues 01:02:00 - Sports Tiers Discussion 01:15:40 - Tiki Rips Embiid 01:21:10 - Hugh Slams Tiki 01:32:40 - Ted Turner Remembrance 01:40:30 - Mattingly's Success Factors 01:53:50 - Bohm Prediction Remorse 02:15:50 - Cole Payton Hype 02:32:35 - Breaking: Embiid Out 02:53:35 - Tiki's Response Reaction

Joe and Hugh react to the breaking news of Joel Embiid being ruled out for Game 2 against the New York Knicks due to ankle and hip injuries. Hugh Douglas addresses the ongoing friction with Tiki Barber over his controversial comments while exploring whether Tyrese Maxey can lead the team to an upset. The discussion covers Embiid's long-term health concerns and listener theories on series strategy. 01:50 - Embiid Ruled Out 05:30 - When Did Injuries Occur? 08:45 - Rigors Of The Season 14:11 - Strategic Rest Theory 24:03 - Tiki Barber Beef 28:30 - Suspending Disbelief 40:17 - You People Feedback 44:00 - Hall Of Fame Debate

Hugh Douglas responds to Tiki Barber's harsh critique of Joel Embiid, labeling the comments as clickbait and disrespectful to a fellow athlete. The conversation shifts to the 76ers' postseason outlook without their star center and addresses rumors surrounding Jalen Hurts' long-term status with the Eagles. They also engage with listeners and social media feedback regarding the state of Philadelphia sports. 01:00 - Embiid Injury Reaction 02:32 - Tiki Barber Response 08:24 - Sixers Playoff Outlook 17:49 - You People Feedback 20:54 - Hurts Replacement Debate

94 WIP's Midday Show reacts to a report from Shams Charania that Joel Embiid will miss Game 2 against the New York Knicks due to ankle and hip injuries. Hugh Douglas and Joe discuss the daunting task ahead for the Philadelphia 76ers and debate whether his history of postseason injuries is simply inevitable. They also address a caller's theory on the injury being a potential strategy and touch on strange AJ Brown fantasy projections. 01:03 - Embiid Ruled Out 04:32 - Embiid Injury History Debate 10:01 - Caller Roster Analysis 16:30 - AJ Brown Fantasy Projections 21:21 - Tiki Barber Teaser

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas react to an NFL executive's claim that rookie Cole Payton could eventually challenge Jalen Hurts for the starting quarterback role. 01:54 - Phillies Under Don Mattingly 05:00 - Don Mattingly Managerial Impact 09:20 - Bryson Stott Lineup Debate 15:32 - Worst Philadelphia Sports Predictions 22:35 - Fan Reaction to Harper 37:11 - Cole Payton Starting Potential 48:31 - Mattingly and Clubhouse Dynamics

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas discuss Bryce Harper's recent remarks regarding the Phillies' managerial change, calling his comments about Rob Thomson's firing unnecessary and disrespectful. They also analyze Don Mattingly's impact on the team's winning streak and address criticism from callers regarding Harper's leadership. Additionally, they respond to Tiki Barber's disparaging comments about Joel Embiid. 01:00 - Harper's "Topper" comments 08:45 - Bryson Stott platoon role 14:39 - Bohm and Huff predictions 21:26 - Tiki Barber Embiid remarks

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio react to Tiki Barber calling Joel Embiid a "bitch" for his playstyle during the 76ers-Knicks playoff series. Hugh defends the Sixers star's toughness and mocks Barber's past media appearances in response to the disrespect. They also analyze Bryce Harper's comments about the Phillies manager change and address recent sports news including the passing of Ted Turner. 01:54 - Sixers Knicks Game Two 05:32 - Embiid Appendix Injury 09:45 - Officiating Controversy 13:28 - Aaron In San Diego 20:22 - Tom In Upper Darby 30:31 - Hugh Blasts Tiki Barber 38:05 - Bryce Harper Criticism 45:32 - Ted Turner Passing

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio blast Tiki Barber for his derogatory comments regarding Joel Embiid's toughness and injury status. Douglas defends the 76ers star while ridiculing Barber's own career history and past public appearances. They also discuss caller concerns about Bryce Harper's leadership and pay tribute to the late Ted Turner. 01:33 - Sixers Knicks Rivalry 03:08 - Tiki Barber Attacks Embiid 05:07 - Hugh Douglas Defends Embiid 12:38 - Bryce Harper Debate 21:18 - News and Tributes

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas argue that Joel Embiid needs to focus on his game instead of officiating as the Sixers face the Knicks in Game 2. They evaluate Bryce Harper's recent remarks about Phillies management and the team's improved performance. The conversation also features callers discussing NBA foul-baiting and Hugh's ongoing battle regarding his baseball swing. 01:00 - Phillies and Rob Thomson 01:21 - Joel Embiid's Ref Obsession 09:14 - NBA's Officiating Problem 14:24 - Aaron in San Diego 19:52 - Tom in Upper Darby

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas criticize Bryce Harper on The Midday Show for his repeated public comments about the firing of former manager Rob Thomson. They debate whether Harper is overstepping by advocating for Bryson Stott to avoid being platooned in the Phillies lineup. They also preview the Sixers' high-stakes playoff game against the Knicks. 01:50 - Hugh And Joe Intro 04:55 - Harper On Thomson Firing 13:10 - Ken Rosenthal Manager Analysis 27:14 - Bryson Stott Platoon Debate 33:33 - Callers Debate Harper Overstepping 49:50 - Embiid And Sixers Preview

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas examine Bryce Harper's comments on the dismissal of Rob Thomson. They debate if the star player is overstepping by advocating for Bryson Stott's role while repeatedly bringing up the recent dismissal. The discussion highlights the shift in team energy under Don Mattingly. 01:00 - Phillies Victory Recap 02:43 - Harper Advocates for Stott 06:12 - Criticizing Harper's Comments 11:38 - Callers React to Harper 24:38 - Sixers vs Knicks Preview

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio discuss Bryce Harper's recent comments following a series of Phillies victories under new manager Don Mattingly. They criticize Harper for repeatedly stating the team was waiting for former manager Rob 'Topper' Thompson to be fired before they could succeed, calling the behavior distasteful and an overstep for a franchise player. 01:00 - Phillies Recent Success 04:15 - Harper's Postgame Comments 07:56 - Criticizing Harper's Attitude 14:06 - Ken Rosenthal's Take 16:40 - Analyzing Managerial Impact 22:41 - Listener Feedback Call

Listen to the Best of Sixers on 94WIP where the WIP Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows react to a DOMINANT 137-98 win by the Knicks over the Sixers for Game 1 of the Second Round in the NBA Playoffs. The Team wonders if fatigue is to blame for the Sixers' lack of physicality against New York and how Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid can lead the group to turn things around for Game 2 on Wednesday.

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas debate whether the 76ers deserve a pass for their Game 1 loss and analyze the Flyers' overtime heartbreak in Carolina. They discuss the Phillies' recent success under Don Mattingly and the impact of the managerial change. Hugh also faces heavy criticism for his performance at a celebrity softball game, leading to a bold claim about his baseball future. 01:50 - Show Kickoff and Birthday Wishes 08:47 - Sixers Exhaustion in Game 1 16:25 - Flyers Fall in Overtime Thriller 22:14 - Hugh Douglas Targets MLB Career 36:05 - Hurricanes Speed Overwhelms Flyers 49:25 - Tyrese Maxey Needs to Assert 01:02:43 - Taco Tuesday and NHL Hits 01:17:18 - Phillies Surge Under Don Mattingly 01:26:15 - Harper Comments on Manager Shift 01:39:10 - Ashlyn Sullivan Joins the Show 01:50:40 - Owen Tippett Injury Update 02:01:31 - AJ Brown Trade Rumor Update 02:14:57 - Swing Analysis and Celtics Salt 02:26:31 - Sixers Pass vs. Flyers Hope 02:39:44 - Hitting Practice for Hugh Douglas 02:48:53 - NBA Playoff Blowout Trends 02:58:55 - Maple Leafs Management Drama 03:08:16 - Closing Remarks and Wawa Reads