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The Jon Marks & Ike Reese podcast is a must-listen for sports fans in Philadelphia. As someone who has been listening to WIP since the 80s, I can confidently say that this show is one of the best additions to the station in decades. The chemistry between Jon and Ike is undeniable, and their dynamic as a duo makes for an enjoyable listening experience. Additionally, Jack Fritz does an excellent job as well, and his drop board is legendary.
The best aspect of this podcast is undoubtedly the chemistry between Jon Marks and Ike Reese. They play off each other's strengths and provide insightful analysis on various sports topics. Whether they are discussing the Eagles' performance or delving into the latest Phillies drama, their banter is engaging and keeps listeners hooked. Furthermore, Jon's producer's sense shines through as he expertly guides conversations with regular callers, ensuring that the show flows smoothly.
However, there are a few aspects of this podcast that could be improved upon. One frequent complaint among listeners is that the podcasts are often segmented into clips rather than full shows. This can be frustrating when trying to listen to the entire show without interruptions or breaks. It would be greatly appreciated if the team could make full broadcasts available on platforms like iTunes or provide an option for listeners to access uninterrupted episodes.
In conclusion, The Jon Marks & Ike Reese podcast is undeniably one of the best shows on radio today. Their chemistry, combined with their insightful analysis and entertaining banter, makes for an engaging listening experience. While there are some areas that could be improved upon, such as providing full broadcasts on iTunes, overall it remains a top-notch program that keeps fans entertained and informed about all things Philadelphia sports.

From 'High Hopes' (subscribe here):James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies offense exploding over the weekend against the Mets and give their thoughts on Bryce Harper's cycle on Saturday night. The guys also recap their event in Reading and Jack runs through all the latest on the Phils' top prospects.

Spike criticizes Bryce Harper for what he perceives as a selfish pursuit of a personal milestone over team-oriented play during the Phillies' weekend series. They also reveal the top three athletes in the WIP Top 11.

Spike criticizes Bryce Harper's "me guy" attitude following his cycle against the Mets, sparking a heated debate with Ike and callers. They also reveal Cristopher Sánchez as the top athlete in Philadelphia as voted on the WIP Afternoon Show Top 11.

Spike Eskin, Ike Reese, and Jack Fritz provide early predictions for next year's Top 11 Philly athletes and evaluate the Eagles' potential interest in supplemental draft prospect Brendan Sorsby.

The WIP Afternoon Show touches on Phillies roster changes, Bryce Harper's recent hitting streak with a heavier bat, and the ethics of trading prospects for a title run.

Guest producer Louie Cocco reveals his personal "Top 5" list of things that instantly ruin a mood, leading to a discussion about car troubles and the best concert experiences. The conversation pivots to the current ranking of Philadelphia's top athletes, debating whether Zack Wheeler or Quinyon Mitchell belongs in the top three.

Spike and the team evaluate the top athletes in Philadelphia, debating whether Quinyon Mitchell or Joel Embiid belongs in the top three for the city. They dive into a discussion about Bryce Harper's perceived selfishness on the field before shifting to the upcoming NBA Draft and the Sixers' need for a center.

Jack Fritz and Spike Eskin review producer Louis Cocco's list of things that ruin a mood, ranging from missing batteries to car troubles.

On the WIP Afternoon Show, Spike Eskin, Ike Reese, and Jack Fritz discuss a good luck charm Howie Roseman gave to Leon Rose.

Ike, Spike, and Jack Fritz discuss the Phillies' roster moves and whether the team should trade top prospects to win a title now.

Ike Reese shares his surprisingly positive experience at the Barefoot Country Music Festival. Plus they analyze whether the Eagles should pursue quarterback Brendan Sorsby in the supplemental draft.

Spike, Ike, and Fritz discuss the future of the Top 11 list, identifying potential risers like V.J. Edgecombe and DeVonta Smith.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz reveal the final rankings of the Top 11 athletes in Philadelphia, with Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sanchez taking the number one spot in a landslide vote.

Spike Eskin argues that Bryce Harper's celebratory reaction to hitting for the cycle reveals a selfish priority for individual accolades over team success. They debate whether Harper's aggressive base running is a detriment to the Phillies.

Are the Phillies about to shock the baseball world? Join the 94WIP team as we break down the wildest rumors ahead of the trade deadline. Will Dave Dombrowski go "big fish" hunting for superstars like Mike Trout and Tarik Skubal—or is it time for Philly fans to temper their expectations? We dive into the potential prospect costs and what it will take to secure a championship run.

The Philadelphia sports scene is delivering major drama. In this episode, Ruben Amaro Jr., Larry Andersen, and Scott Franzke dive deep into the latest Phillies headlines before shifting gears to Jay Wright talking about the Knicks' title.

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 offseason rumors heat up for both a Maxx Crosby trade and Brandon Sorsby in the NFL Supplemental Draft. As well as discourse over the top 11 athletes in Philadelphia.

Spike Eskin and Jack Fritz discuss whether the Phillies should go all-in at the trade deadline despite concerns over Aaron Nola and Andrew Painter. They also welcome WFAN's Evan Roberts to dissect the New York Knicks' championship parade and the current state of the Mets under David Stearns. 01:50 - Ike's Country Music Trip 15:44 - Unexpected Travel Stories 30:44 - Shorr-Parks Crosby Rumors 43:30 - NFL Supplemental Draft 55:08 - Larry Anderson Analysis 01:11:30 - Andrew Painter Mechanics 01:22:43 - Tornado Shapiro Forecast 01:34:30 - Top 11 Rankings 01:45:38 - Evan Roberts Interview 02:00:40 - David Stearns & Mets 02:15:50 - Seltzer's Belt Segue 02:27:14 - Nola's 300th Start 02:39:12 - Top 5 At 5 02:51:20 - Herb's Baseball Claims 03:12:24 - Juneteenth & Peebo Bryson 03:17:30 - Vladar vs Marsh Debate

Spike and Fritz argue over whether the Phillies should trade top prospects to improve the roster for a potential World Series run. They analyze the team's current pitching and outfield needs before being joined by Eliot Shorr-Parks. The conversation shifts to the Eagles, covering Jalen Carter's contract extension, Max Crosby trade rumors, and the supplemental draft outlook for Brendan Sorsby.

Spike and Jack Fritz welcome Larry Andersen to discuss the Phillies' offensive inconsistency and the mechanical struggles of prospect Andrew Painter. They also look at the trend of high-velocity pitching in MLB and debate the merits of a potential Trevor Bauer signing. Finally, they project the future of Philadelphia's top athletes in their annual rankings

Evan Roberts joins Spike and Fritz on the WIP Afternoon Show to detail the "hell" of being a Nets fan during the Knicks' championship run and parade. They discuss the arrogance of Knicks fans, the struggles of the New York Mets under David Stearns, and Aaron Nola's 300th start for the Phillies. Dave Dombrowski also provides updates on Bryce Harper's position and Andrew Painter's injury rehab.

Spike Eskin and Jack Fritz review producer Buzz's top five list of listener comments and his struggles managing middle school baseball on 94.1 WIP. They also field calls regarding the 'Top 11' Philly athletes list, focusing on the perceived lack of Flyers representation and Andrew Painter's pitching mechanics.

Spike and Fritz address a listener's frustration regarding the exclusion of Flyers players from their Top 11 Philadelphia athletes list. They analyze the team's lack of recent success and city-wide visibility while also reacting to lighthearted messages from the text line. 02:13 - Chuck's Call on Juneteenth 06:38 - Flyers Top 11 Debate 14:41 - Evaluating Flyers' City Relevance 16:59 - Text Line Audience Submissions 21:03 - Show Outro and Preview

Spike and Fritz join Buzz as he counts down the top five things listeners say to him, including references to his coaching and the infamous Six Flags story.

Spike and Fritz discuss Dave Dombrowski's comments regarding Bryce Harper's potential move back to the outfield and Andrew Painter's recovery progress. Additionally, the High Hopes Jackie Baseball Report highlights Aaron Nola's milestone 300th start for the Phillies.

Evan Roberts from WFAN joins Spike and Fritz to detail the "hell" of witnessing a New York Knicks championship as a Nets fan. He shares his experience arriving at the parade at 4 AM to avoid "arrogant" fans and rates Spike Eskin's former leadership as a program director. They also discuss the struggling Mets and the unique misery of being a fan of New York's "loser" teams.

Tornado Shapiro delivers a comedic weather report and shares his excitement for Philadelphia hosting the World Cup. Fritz and Spike evaluate the "Top 11" Philadelphia athletes, debating whether stars like DeVonta Smith and Tyrese Maxey will rise or fall in future rankings.

Jack Fritz and Spike Eskin are joined by Larry Andersen to break down the Phillies' recent lack of offensive consistency and their struggles against quality pitching. They also dive into Andrew Painter's development, discussing necessary mechanical adjustments and the evolving nature of pitcher velocity in the modern game.

Eliot Shorr-Parks joins Spike, and Fritz to discuss if the Eagles should pay Jalen Carter now or make him prove it this season. They analyze trade rumors involving Maxx Crosby and evaluate the potential of Brendan Sorsby in the supplemental draft.

Spike and Jack debate whether the Phillies should trade their top prospects to go all in at the trade deadline. They explore the team's current weaknesses in starting pitching and right field while reflecting on the closing championship window.

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Andrew Painter being sent down to AAA and discuss what the young pitcher has to figure out after struggling during his first stint in the majors. The guys also react to the series win over the Marlins and take a look at who the Phillies could target before next month's trade deadline. Presented by Miller Lite.To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.comTo buy tickets for the High Hopes Night in Reading CLICK HERE.

Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz debate a controversial trade proposal involving Eagles' defensive tackle Jalen Carter and Raiders' star Max Crosby. They reveal their rankings for the Top 11 Athletes in Philadelphia, while guest Broads joins to defend his fandom and the Phillies give an update on Andrew Painter's demotion. 01:50 - Opening At Chickies And Petes 07:24 - Debate On Jalen Carter Trade 14:00 - Corey From Columbus Joins 27:10 - New York Parade Logistics 36:25 - Top Eleven Reveal: Number Six 47:30 - Quinyon Mitchell Defensive Potential 59:40 - Julian Lurie's Future Leadership 01:10:30 - Josh Harris And Sports Business 01:20:10 - Broads Defends Hurricanes Fandom 01:28:15 - Broads Lists Top Athletes 01:43:35 - Broads Radio Career Talk 01:49:05 - Jackie Baseball Report News 01:55:15 - Andrew Painter Development Issues 02:06:25 - Jalen Carter Maturity Concerns 02:19:50 - Fritz Reveals Top Eleven 02:38:55 - Top Five Funniest Moments 02:56:45 - Jordan In Princeton Call 03:16:15 - Mayor Speeches And Crowd Chaos 03:24:15 - Phillies Vs Mets Series Preview 03:29:55 - Dave Uram Baseball Update

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin discuss reports that the Philadelphia Eagles are interested in trading for Raiders star Maxx Crosby. They debate a proposal to trade Jalen Carter for the veteran pass rusher and analyze how contract hesitations might impact the roster. The conversation also includes the reveal of rankings for Tyrese Maxey, Bryce Harper, and Quinyon Mitchell on a list of top Philadelphia athletes.

Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz discuss Julian Lurie's increasing presence in the Eagles organization as the eventual successor to his father, Jeffrey Lurie. They also welcome Brodes to the show to debate his controversial Top 11 Philadelphia Athletes list, which notably excludes Bryce Harper and Joel Embiid.

Spike Eskin, Ike Reese, and Jack Fritz react to the latest setbacks for prospect Andrew Painter and the Phillies' roster adjustments before Spike unveils his controversial personal rankings of the top 11 athletes in Philadelphia. The list features shocking placements for stars like Joel Embiid and Jalen Hurts, with Cristopher Sánchez claiming the number one spot.

The WIP Afternoon Show review the funniest moments from the last 24 hours of WIP, featuring out-of-pocket comments from Ruben Amaro Jr. They also discuss Hugh Douglas' dating app experiences and Andrew Painter being sent down by the Phillies. Dave Uram later joins to provide updates on Bo Bichette and lineup changes for the Mets series.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz discuss recent sports parades, highlighting long political speeches and a clerical error involving a retired jersey number. Dave Uram joins the segment to provide updates on the Phillies, including Dave Dombrowski's thoughts on Bryce Harper and Bo Bichette's decision to join the Mets.

The Top 5 at 5 goes through the funniest on air and behind the scenes moments at WIP from the last 24 hours.

Spike unveils his definitive rankings for the top 11 athletes in Philadelphia, sparking an immediate debate by placing Jalen Hurts in the final spot. They analyze the impact of Kyle Schwarber's power versus his strikeouts and evaluate Joel Embiid's placement in the top five.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin react to Andrew Painter being sent down to AAA and debate whether the Phillies mismanaged his recovery after Tommy John surgery.

Brodes joins Spike and Fritz to defend his controversial decision to celebrate the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory. He reveals his personal rankings for the top 11 athletes in Philadelphia, sparking a heated debate for leaving Bryce Harper off the list. They also discuss the upcoming NHL draft.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz discuss the reported increase in Julian Lurie's operational involvement with the Philadelphia Eagles as he prepares to eventually succeed his father. They compare the team's stability under Jeffrey Lurie to other sports dynasties like the Steinbrenner and Jones families. The conversation also touches on Josh Harris's vast sports empire and a viral celebration video. 01:16 - Soccer Stars And World Cup 03:47 - Julian Lurie's Eagles Role 08:51 - Comparing Sports Ownership Dynasties 13:59 - Josh Harris Ownership Future 18:44 - Viral Parade Video Breakdown