The Encore

This week, Chris and Gab get to talk to one of their favorite chefs, Marc Vetri. Marc talks to them about his appearance on Somebody Feed Phil, what he learned during his time in LA and Italy, and what an experience in his restaurant is all about. Marc also talks to Chris and Gab about the Vetri Community Partnership, what some of his favorite restaurants to eat at in Philly and South Jersey are, and what he thinks of the Eagles, Phillies, and Sixers. Then, Chris and Gab discuss Trea Turner, and the job they have done this year with this podcast. I really thought he was about to say cheese and not ketchup. Thank you so much to Marc for joining us! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com

We're back after a restful holiday week! No guest this week, just an end of the year show a little early. Chris and Gab discuss what they did over the Thanksgiving week. Is Chris even invited to the holiday get together? Then, they talk about upcoming Christmas holiday plans, and how they're feeling about the season being upon us. After that, Chris and Gab discuss some of their favorites from the year: moments, books, TV shows, movies. Gab wants it on record that she has absolutely no notes for NBC SNF broadcast this past week. Shout out to DiNic's! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com

Hooboy what an episode. It's cold up here in the northeast, so let's jump right in. This week, Chris and Gab are joined by radio personality and Staten Island native Charlie Maxx. Charlie and Chris discuss how they got to work together and what Charlie has been up to since then. Charlie also tells Chris and Gab about her two awesome kids, the love/hate relationship with running she has, and a hilarious story about a poorly timed phone call. Then, we discuss some of what we are watching recently at the end. Chris doesn't want to be asked what he's thankful for, and here on this show, we aim for just ok. Happy Thanksgiving everybody! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com

We're back after a week off! Unfortunately the Phillies did not win the World Series. We will spend no more time talking about it. To brighten our mood, Chris and Gab are joined by longtime Philadelphia radio personality Marilyn Russell! Marilyn talks about all the different experiences in her career, her decision to move out to Arizona where she currently resides, and Gab's favorite, her food Instagram account! Chris, Gab and Marilyn all discuss how much their lives have all intersected, even though this is the first time they are all meeting. Marilyn also discusses her Women of the Week/Marilyn's Remarkable Women segment, and her potential future podcasting plans? This conversation is making us hungry. We'll see you next week! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com

This is an episode of updates. The first update comes from our Untethered Travelers - PJ and Chris Cline! PJ and Chris join Chris and Gab and talk about what they have been doing, and where they have been, since they last spoke on the pod many months ago (in case you were wondering - 5 countries and 29 stops!). PJ and Chris talk about the sights, how their perspective has shifted since they first began their travels, and where they see themselves potentially settling down. Then, we move onto our second update - the Phillies are going TO THE WORLD SERIES! That's right, this is the last episode you have to hear us talk about it. Chris and Gab ruminate on what The Series good bring, a truly ridiculous Phillies season, and hopefully you can feel the joy we are all feeling on this end. Name that movie - Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, and a Tokyo hotel. See you in two weeks! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com

This week, Chris and Gab talk about how she had a hell of a weekend last weekend - the first part being that she ran a half marathon! Our guest this week is only fitting then. Chris and Gab talk to Claire Bartholic, aka The Planted Runner, a plant-based running and mindset coach. Claire talks to Chris and Gab about her story with running, her very honest feelings about it, and the important elements leading up to running a marathon that are often overlooked, like nutrition and strength training. She also tells them how she got into being a running coach, her podcast The Planted Runner, and shares some exciting news. To finish the episode, Chris and Gab discuss the other great part of the weekend, the Phillies moving on to the NLCS! Apparently we have to talk about it every week now. Get Running Totally Sucks on a t-shirt! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A guest so nice, we asked him on twice. Being a Philly sports fan right now is kind of... fun? Chris and Gab invite WPHL's Sports Scene's Jason Lee back on to discuss. Jason tells them a few fun updates since he was last on the show, and then they get to the heart of it. Chris, Jason and Gab talk about the Phillies and their current playoff streak, an undefeated Eagles team and the ways they've learned to adjust to make themselves that much better this year, and then how fun the Sixers look, and how not fun the Flyers look. They also discuss how difficult it is to do anything except a live show with how quickly the news goes. Oh well - small problems and fun times. Go Phillies! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This little podcast is at 30 episodes! The Phillies have made the playoffs! What a joyous Wednesday. Chris endures Gab's "I Told You So" moment like a champion. Speaking of joyous, Chris and Gab then speak with WMGK's very own Andre Gardner. Andre shares his experience as a Beatles expert and fan boy, talks about his love of classic rock and how he got into the biz, and some of his all-time favorite interview stories. Plus, Andre dives into how his very first radio studio came to be, and his favorite Beatles tracks. A true voice of a backyard with a pool in the summer. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

*Heads up! We touch quickly on the topic of mental health issues in this episode, and wanted to make sure you knew prior to hitting play* Good news! Major League Baseball didn't sue us, so we're back with a new episode this week. Chris and Gab jumped right into it with their promised guest from last week - he's green, he's furry, and he's here on vacation from the Galapagos Islands, the original Philadelphia Phanatic, Dave Raymond! Dave talks to Chris and Gab about the creation of the Phanatic in it's current form, behind-the-scenes interactions that went into shaping the Phanatic's personality, and the journey that led him to move on from the character. He also talks about whether or not he has beef with Tommy LaSorda (RIP), his keynote The Power of Fun, and the importance of doing things that make you happy. Honestly, there's a lot more in this interview that we simply cannot cover in the info section. Give it a listen. Also, stay tuned next week for the Chris vs. Gab debate to find out who is right. Go Phillies! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We are back, rested and relaxed! After a week off, Chris and Gab get caught up on the Bachelorette, of all things. Then, they are joined by Nicole Murray from 94.3 The Point. Nicole discusses her process to prep for her shows, how honest advice makes her better, and how she uses her work to connect to her listeners. This girl is going places! Major League Baseball, please do not come after us. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It was a holiday week, so we decided to do an non-traditional episode! With football starting on Thursday, Chris and Gab bring on two members of their Family Fantasy Football League, Lucas and Slobo, to discuss fantasy football. They dive into how it's played, the strategies behind picking players, and the silliest things that can happen during a fantasy draft and season. Happy Labor Day and beginning of football season to all! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

New episode - with this kind of support though, we knew we could do it. Chris and Gab discuss a very unfortunate run in she had while she was in South Carolina, and that it's way too early for pumpkin things - except maybe pumpkin beer, because climate change. Then, they are joined by the artist formally known as Dave the Balloon Guy, Dave Cornwell. Dave discusses his time working on a grassroots local food pantry that has evolved into a greater operation, the biggest items his food pantry is looking for, and the importance of feeding the community with healthy and sustainable options. All in favor of changing his name to Dave the Good Guy. Disclaimer: the peeing on it option is not a real thing! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

No intro this week - you heard enough from us last week! We still haven't reconciled the whole hot dog thing. This week, Chris and Gab are joined by the multi-hyphenate, multi-talented Kylie McDonald. Kylie talks briefly about her current job as host of the NY Lottery, what it's like to deal with strangers who are constantly giving her feedback in real time, and the importance of having passion when pursuing a creative career. She also discusses her podcast, Chapter Twenty-Something Pod, and what she's learned across it's nearly 80 episodes. Sometimes, you just need to embrace the alter ego someone else gives you. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A short and sweet one - Chris and Gab are doing their own episode this week! Everyone else is on vacation. They talk about how much this show is just like the mail - or is it? Anyway, they solve some of the world's greatest and biggest problems, from hot dogs to blinking vs winking. We promise, these discussions were 100% sober. Let us know if we got it right, or are out of our minds! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We're back with another music episode! Brian Lopez joins us again to discuss the best decade in music, the greatest voices in music, and what songs and artists people will still be listening to in 100 years - we told you he'd be back! Plus, Chris and Gab take their shots at whatever the Phillies are doing nowadays (winning kind of?), and Gab threatens Chris with having to listen to some modern music for a future episode. Spoiler alert: he didn't like that so much. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, Chris asks Gab about the new movie she saw, and if she would give it a Yep or a Nope. Dad Jokes galore. Then, they are joined by Chris' old Program Director, and the head of the Camelot times himself, Bob Craig. Bob discusses his long and illustrious career, what made MGK so good in it's golden years when Chris worked under him, and the freedom of his show at WRTI. He's like Larry David, with a touch of a Boston accent and the attitude of a native Philadelphian. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our podcast is officially old enough to drink! Chris and Gab open with taking a couple of (deserved) shots at the Phillies - so now you can cue their comeback. Then, they are joined by self-described radio utility hitter Suzy Cerone. Suzy discusses the unique position she has in radio, the necessity to be ready and organized at a moment's notice, and we talk about accents a little more. Suzy tells Chris he's in her top 5 favorite radio DJs, which apparently was a lower number than the last time they spoke. Wednesday on the pod, I think it was the Twenty-Seventh of Julyyyyyy. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The big 2-0! We're back this week and trying not to melt. Then, Chris and Gab are joined by multi-hyphenate creative Elizabeth Cottle. Elizabeth discusses her wide ranging career (from theater to audio book narration), what it's like to find yourself in a character, and the importance of inclusive storytelling. All auditions will now be done by saying the word "water." Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A very happy belated birthday to the star of the show, Chris McCoy! Chris turned 69 last week and shares his... interesting request for his birthday next year. Then, he and Gab are joined by financial planner, Colin Law. Colin answers questions about finances in these uncertain times, walks Gab and Chris through the similarities - and differences - of their financial phases in life and shares some insight into how to feel secure in your finances in the most calming voice you've ever heard. Then, there's some usual soapboxing at the end of the episode. You get it. We're so glad to be back! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chris' brother John returns, and they discuss one of their all time favorite subjects - Rock n Roll Music. Chris and John cover a wide range of bands, from Rolling Stones, to Led Zeppelin, and a few more you'll just have to listen to the episode for. Let us know if you catch the comparison between an... interesting line of work and Chris' old day job. We are off next week, let out a good scream on our behalf! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com Want to jam out with us? We put together a playlist for you to listen to the songs at the timecodes they are mentioned in the episode: Dogs (7:07) Pigs (7:48) Money (10:13) Us and Them (10:20) On the Run (13:36) Stairway to Heaven (20:47) Going to California (22:07) Whole Lotta Love (24:24) Moby Dick (24:39) Kashmir (25:13) Drive My Car (32:25) Sweet Virginia (48:16) Dead Flowers (49:24) Can't You Hear Me Knockin? (52:03) https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjSzcIWvobwCLHyNkc-KrlPi0Dh3F2RGi --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We're talking to the bass player in the band today. Chris and Gab recount their conversation with Brian Lopez, and how Brian introduced Chris to today's guest, Tom Nakashima. Tom sits down with Chris and Gab to discuss meeting Chris, the best place to get a cheesesteak in California (or does he?) and what he thinks contributed to his staying power of working in Sacramento, where he was born and grew up. Also, he seems very into New Jersey, which takes the actual two people on the show who are from New Jersey by great surprise. Submit your working theories on the Lindbergh baby to us immediately. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

That's right, we're going to talk about the Phillies. Are you excited? Chris and Gab sit down with Phillies legend and closer of the 93 team Mitch Williams. Mitch tells stories about the 93 team, his teammates and the Phillies current day team among many other topics. Mitch also provides insight into the changes the MLB has made of late, and gives his opinion on some of the biggest name athletes who have recently departed Philly. The pope is unfortunately busy next week. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 15! They grow up so fast. Chris and Gab sit down with Good Day Philadelphia personality and weather anchor Sue Serio. Sue and Chris look back on how long they've known each other, Sue talks about her days working with Mike Bowe, and shares the behind-the-scenes of what it's like to work on a morning show that starts at 4am. Sue also promotes her pandemic-started, and still going, show segment, "Whatcha Makin?" Thank god she answered our texts when she woke up! *(We also talk some smack on the Phillies, who then fired their manager and have now one 5 in a row since we taped the segment. Not saying we directly influenced that, but...) Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 14! We think. Chris and Gab discuss who a dream interview would be for the Pod, and then Chris immediately gets his wish to come true - Mike Bowe is in the house for an interview! Mike takes us through his radio history, he and Chris talk about how they became friends, and people they've met and memories they've shared along the way. A very wholesome episode. Shout to Jimmy Buffet for the title inspiration.  Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Lucky number 13! This week, Chris and Gab discuss ways they relax and help their mental health. Then, they sit down with Allison Field and Laura Orland, the founders of The Connective, a text-based, mental health preventative service. Allison and Laura discuss what it was like to create and launch a mental health service during the pandemic, what it's like to build a business with your best friend, and why having a service like the Connective is so important in the very usual, not at all crazy times we live in. Rate this episode if you think Laura and Allison should start a podcast! The Connective Text Number: 720-679-8609. Text in "Encore" to get started! Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's not New Years Day, but we are going to strut like it is! Chris and Gab explain the concept of a Mummer, before being joined by an actual Mummer from Fralinger String Band and multi-hyphenate Steve Coper. Steve was the Publicity Director and Music Director for Polish American String Band: 1970-1987; Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Business Manager, Trustee, Financial Secretary and Member of the Hall Fame for Fralinger String Band 1987-Present - seems like he has a lot free time! Steve gives Chris and Gab the history of the Mummers, experiences over his 50 years being a mummer, and explains all the work that leads up to the New Years Day Parade. Yummier than a cheesesteak. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this week's episode, Chris and Gab discuss the inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and whether or not this class is a true "rock" class. Then they are joined by PJ and Chris Cline, who are self proclaimed Untethered Travelers. PJ and Chris talk about leaving everything behind, traveling around the world in search of a new place to live, and the community they have met through pursuing this path. I'm actually busy that day. Show Music Provided By: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We're back after a week of Spring Break! In honor of our 10th episode, Gab ran 10 miles this weekend - or maybe it was another reason. Her and Chris discuss the Broad Street Run, and what books they are reading this year. Before they begin Book Club, they are joined by author Tori Bovalino. Tori joins to discuss her debut novel The Devil Makes Three, her sophomore album Not Good For Maidens, due out next month and her anthology series The Gathering Dark, due out later this year. Sounds like she has a lot of free time! Tori also discusses Imposter Syndrome, what goes in to writing a novel, and the Proper Way to Spell Things: US vs Great Britain style. Support your local bookstores, and don't run long races. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Encore Podcast is off this week. Let's call it a little late, spring break. Chris and Gab compete for who has the most exciting spring break plans. We'll be back next Wednesday, with all new episodes! Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com

This week, Chris and Gab discuss the extended podcast universe, and the highs and lows (respectively) of the Sixers and Phillies. Then, they are joined by former ABC and CBS Radio News Correspondent, Pam Coulter. Pam discusses what it was like to be covering the White House and general presidential/D.C. politics over several different administrations, the best advice she received for getting into journalism, and if her husband enjoyed this or our wine episode more. Apparently, Jimmy Carter was a peanut farmer. Leave it all in! Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's wine time! Or so we heard. Get out your favorite bottle and turn this episode on. Gab comes back from Chris' old stomping ground out in Northern California, and they chat about her adventures in Napa Valley. They decide to let the experts handle the big questions, and sit down with Doug Jones from Prestige Wine Imports and Bill Bruno from Kobrand. Doug and Bill discuss the best wine and food pairings, their personal favorite wines, and give Chris and Gab interesting insights into their industry. Alternate title for this episode was: My Uncle, My Uncle, Billy and Me. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, Chris and Gab suffer from itchy eyes, and discuss pet peeves they each have. Then, Chris chats with his old Program Director from KSEG the Eagle in Sacramento, and noted Tom Petty sermon giver, Brian Lopez. Chris and Brian discuss how they crossed paths, finding creative outlets and personal strengths when going through a career change, and Brian's deep love of Tom Petty. Walking airhorns will not be provided by the show. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chris and Gab start the show by discussing the biggest news of the weekend, the Oscars Slap. Then, they share things that everyone else loves, but they don't quite get or understand the hype around. After that, Chris is joined by his former intern and now News 12 New York news anchor, Mary-Lyn Buckley. They discuss the Oscars Slap (hey! full circle!), helping people out who are just getting started in a tough industry, and the importance of local news. In-N-Out Burger will definitely be our sponsor after they hear this. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Inspired by a conversation he had with a friend when he was out to lunch, Chris and Gab discuss popular songs that have misunderstood meanings or lyrics and what they actually are about. Then, because the theme of this episode was a certain name, Gabrielle Rossi joins Chris to discuss her work with The Dream Project, what the organization does, and the importance of civic engagement has on local communities and the effect the Dream Project has had on her and those communities. Sorry in advance if we ruin your wedding song. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chris and Gab reflect on what's changed in just a week since they last spoke about the MLB Lockout and Daylight Saving Time. Then, they discuss what they're watching on tv and at the movies, including which fictional character has the best Philly accent. Then, television personality and producer Jason Lee joins Chris. They discuss their past work together, Jason's new show and the Sixers' questionable starting rotation choices. Gab would just like to remind Jason that she's the producer now. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, Chris and Gab discuss the MLB Lockout, Daylight Saving Time, and Gab gets outed for the Coastal Elite that she is. Then, radio personality Cande Roth joins Chris for a catch-up, where they discuss working together, all the crappy trips their old job made them take to various islands, and what Cande has been up to since Chris last saw her 9 years ago. Bonus points if you know what we're all going to do on Saturday night. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chris discusses items on his bucket list, how we form one based on our own qualities, and what items from most people's bucket lists that he would never do, even if asked. Then, Chris interviews his brothers Fran and John, and his sister Marianne, about what it was like to grow up in South Jersey, living with their grandparents next door, and if smacking bologna onto a wall leaves a stain or not. Members of the Chartreuse Lemonade Stand Band even stop by. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chris McCoy returns to the microphone with his first podcast! Chris introduces himself, his show, his producer and catches up the audience on what he's been up to prior to starting The Encore. Then, Chris is joined by his two daughters Lauren and Becky, and his two son-in-laws Lucas and Phil, as they reminisce about old times and hilarious stories. We learn that you too can jumpstart an entire media career with the Pledge of Allegiance. Show music provided by: Music: www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chris McCoy is back in his next chapter - his new podcast, The Encore. Each week, Chris will talk about things interesting to him and you, while conducting interviews with people from all walks of life. Sharing the mic with listeners is one thing Chris loves to do, so join him on his Encore. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/encorepod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EncorePod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Encore-Pod-106792671941151 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app