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Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP as the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows react to this week's Phillies news. Phils' Ace, Cristopher Sánchez, sees his scoreless inning streak end after 50 2/3 innings and making lefty history. San Diego cut Nick Castellanos just hours before he able to make his appearance on the field Citizens Bank Park as a Padre. The Phillies head into the weekend with another sweep over San Diego, and WIP breaks it all down. 01:50 - Nick Castellanos Released 05:31 - Aaron Nola Performance 08:45 - Sanchez Pitching Style 16:40 - Record-Breaking Scoreless Streak 27:48 - Castellanos Release Theory 38:55 - Sanchez and Halladay 53:45 - Padres Manager Discussion 57:50 - Phillies Series Sweep
Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP as the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows react to this week's Phillies news. Phils' Ace, Cristopher Sánchez, sees his scoreless inning streak end after 50 2/3 innings and making lefty history. San Diego cut Nick Castellanos just hours before he able to make his appearance on the field Citizens Bank Park as a Padre. The Phillies head into the weekend with another sweep over San Diego, and WIP breaks it all down. 01:50 - Nick Castellanos Released 05:31 - Aaron Nola Performance 08:45 - Sanchez Pitching Style 16:40 - Record-Breaking Scoreless Streak 27:48 - Castellanos Release Theory 38:55 - Sanchez and Halladay 53:45 - Padres Manager Discussion 57:50 - Phillies Series Sweep
Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP as the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows react to this week's Phillies news. Phils' Ace, Cristopher Sánchez, sees his scoreless inning streak end after 50 2/3 innings and making lefty history. San Diego cut Nick Castellanos just hours before he able to make his appearance on the field Citizens Bank Park as a Padre. The Phillies head into the weekend with another sweep over San Diego, and WIP breaks it all down. 01:50 - Nick Castellanos Released 05:31 - Aaron Nola Performance 08:45 - Sanchez Pitching Style 16:40 - Record-Breaking Scoreless Streak 27:48 - Castellanos Release Theory 38:55 - Sanchez and Halladay 53:45 - Padres Manager Discussion 57:50 - Phillies Series Sweep
We are a little more than a month from the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, so we take a look at various Dodgers who might play for Dave Roberts and the National League team at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Shohei Ohtani is a lock for the All-Star team, whether he's voted as the starting designated hitter or not. He should make the team as both a DH and a pitcher for the first time since 2021 in Colorado. Andy Pages has been one of the best outfielders in baseball this year, and should be an All-Star for the first time. Max Muncy is off to a great start at the plate and has improved his defense, giving him an excellent start to make his third midsummer classic. Freddie Freeman is still humming along, but this brings a question of whether only first-half stats should count or should we also consider a player's numbers since last year's All-Star Game. Plus, we look at whether Yoshinobu Yamamoto will make his second midsummer classic and which Dodgers pitchers (Tanner Scott? Justin Wrobleski?) might join him. The Three-Inning Save is part of Bleav Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Cristopher Sanchez's scoreless inning streak ended on Wednesday night, but the Phillies still picked up their second straight win. Jack Fritz reacts to a historic night at Citizens Bank Park. Presented by Miller Lite.To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com
Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie reflect on the emotional ovation Cristopher Sánchez received from Phillies fans after his historic scoreless streak concluded at Citizens Bank Park. They also speculate on the reasons behind Nick Castellanos' sudden departure from the Padres and debate the long-term impact of moving on from AJ Brown. 02:02 - Speculating On AJ Brown Rift 05:13 - Admiring The Knicks Success 09:23 - Joe's Manayunk Roommate Disaster 12:38 - Cristopher Sánchez's Streak Ends 21:46 - Castellanos Cut By Padres 24:59 - Russell Wilson Joins CBS 29:37 - Nick Sirianni's Leadership Style 42:05 - Aidan Miller's Back Injury 50:36 - Dan Vladar's Contract Extension
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas celebrate Christopher Sánchez setting a new scoreless inning record for the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. They also re-evaluate the Eagles' offensive "pie of blame" for last season following reports of friction between Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown.
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas discuss the fallout of A.J. Brown being traded to the New England Patriots and his controversial comments about playing in "football heaven." They debate the impact of his departure on Jalen Hurts while analyzing the trade compensation that brought a future first-round pick to Philadelphia. Additionally, the conversation touches on the Phillies' pitching success and the return of Nick Castellanos to Citizens Bank Park. 01:50 - A.J. Brown's Patriots Comments 06:45 - Football Heaven Reaction 12:10 - A.J. Brown's Tarnished Legacy 17:20 - Jalen Hurts Without A.J. 22:40 - Mailata on Trade Finality 29:30 - Paolantonio Discusses The Trade 36:15 - Analyzing Trade Compensation 49:50 - Elliott Shore-Parks Interview 01:00:20 - OTA Practice Observations 01:12:15 - Phillies Sustainable Winning 01:19:30 - Nick Castellanos Return 01:29:45 - Jalen Carter's Value 01:41:10 - Brown's New England Future 01:50:20 - Drake Maye Takes Control 02:06:15 - Howie Roseman Sweetens Deal 02:12:05 - Browns Rejected Jalen Carter 02:23:10 - Prospect Aiden Miller's Surgery 02:34:15 - Fan Stages of Grief 02:44:30 - Devonta Smith as WR1 02:59:20 - Christopher Sanchez Record Pursuit
Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz analyze the Phillies' offensive struggles and the return of Nick Castellanos to Citizens Bank Park.
Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz count down the top WIP moments, including Joe Giglio's awkward pause and a heated debate between Irving Fryar and Eliot Shorr-Parks. They analyze Albert Breer's report suggesting AJ Brown is more popular than Jalen Hurts in the Eagles' locker room while reacting to Brown's latest media comments. The conversation shifts to the Phillies' matchup against the Padres as Dave Uram provides an update on the lineup from Citizens Bank Park.
Well, it happened. After six straight series wins since Don Mattingly took over as manager, the Phillies finally lost a series, to the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park. On Episode 1080 of Hittin' Season, The Good Phight's John Stolnis recaps how it happened. Also, have you heard about the Tarp's Off craze that's sweeping MLB? And John previews a tough stretch of 12 games coming up against some of the best teams in MLB.
A new Phillies Today with Francisco Rojas. On this episode, he discusses his thoughts from the Phils losing their first series under Don Mattingly as manager, where the Reds took 2 of 3. Also, Francisco talks about Ryan Howard's comments on Kyle Schwarber being on pace to break Howard's franchise home run record. Lastly, a preview of the series this weekend against the Cleveland Guardians at Citizens Bank Park.
Spike Eskin and Jack Fritz debate a list of things people pretend to like, ranging from electric vehicles to the NHL playoffs. They dive into a heated critique of Tobias Harris's career in Philadelphia and call out Brodes for his lack of Sixers knowledge. Dave Uram provides a live update from Citizens Bank Park regarding Kyle Schwarber's health and the upcoming Phillies lineup.
Michael Baribault & Nate Littlefield take calls from fans and discuss the A's 12-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in the finale of a 3-game set from Citizens Bank Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Caray and Johnny Doskow the series finale between the Athletics and Phillies from Citizens Bank Park. They were joined by Frankie 'Two Scoops' Mazzuca, Tom McCarthy, and A's Third Base Coach, Bobby Crosby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Embiid OUT! Sixers Lose, Go Down 2-0 in Series! Sixers vs Knicks PostgameThe Philadelphia 76ers are heading back home in a 0-2 hole after a heart-wrenching loss at Madison Square Garden. With Joel Embiid sidelined, the Sixers had the Knicks on the ropes but couldn't close the deal. In today's episode, we break down the Game 2 collapse, the red-hot Phillies, and the Flyers' uphill battle.
Chris Caray and Johnny Doskow preview game two of the Athletics and Phillies from Citizens Bank Park. They were joined by A's Beat Writer, Martin Gallegos and A's Pitching Coach, Scott Emerson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Caray and Johnny Doskow preview game one of the Athletics and Phillies from Citizens Bank Park. They were joined by Charlotte Varnes of the Athletic and A's Manager Mark Kotsay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Don Mattingly Era got off with a bang as the Phillies wiped out the Giants at Citizens Bank Park this week, including two walk-off wins and a doubleheader sweep! Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher talk about the big moments of that series, and then Ely Sussman of Fish on First comes by to give a little insight into the Phillies' weekend opponent, the Miami Marlins.
The Philadelphia Phillies became the second team in the first month of the 2026 season to make a change at the manager position, following the Boston Red Sox making that decision over the weekend. Rob Thomson was relieved of his duties after the Phillies got off to a disappointing 9–19 start to the season, with the hope that a change will be able to jumpstart what has been a sluggish campaign. On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the Phillies' decision to fire Topper and name Don Mattingly the interim manager, what the vibe was like at Citizens Bank Park yesterday following the firing and the interesting dynamic now between the manager and GM. They also highlight the rather surprising journey that found Thomson at the helm of the Phillies and what could be next for him. Later, Jake and Jordan discuss the debut of Cleveland Guardians' top prospect Travis Bazzana, the impact he'll have on baseball in Australia and whether the draft class he came out of will be one of the best of all time. The guys close the show by discussing Shohei Ohtani not hitting—at least for now—when he pitches and why this is different from what he was doing when he was with the Los Angeles Angels. 1:07 - The Opener: Phillies fire Thomson 15:12 - What to expect from Mattingly 29:45 - Field Report: Travis Bazzana joins the show 39:40 - 2024 MLB Draft class all-timer 48:29 - Kind of a Big Deal: Ohtani not hitting Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
The Phillies were swept by the Braves at Citizens Bank Park over the weekend, the continuation of a brutal homestand. What's going wrong? Is Rob Thomson's job in jeopardy? John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher run down their favorite terrible Phillies stats of the season's first three weeks. Also, who is more likely to pull out of their early funk, the Phils or the Mets, losers of 11 in a row?
The Phillies had a rough final two games in San Francisco. Will a return to Citizens Bank Park get them going again? On a new Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis and Liz Roscher discuss their level of concern and potential fixes, including lineup changes and the validity of moving on from their hitting coach. Also, Justin Klugh previews this weekend's series against Arizona with Diamondbacks beat writer Nick Piccoro.
On today's show, the WIP Midday Show is live from Citizens Bank Park as the Philadelphia Phillies aim to win their first series of the season against the Washington Nationals. The hosts react to the damning report from Tim McManus and Jeremy Fowler about Jalen Hurts, break down the debuts of Andrew Painter and Porter Martone, discuss the potential new stadium for the Philadelphia Eagles, and provide a full preview leading up to Phillies vs. Nationals.
Phillies Director of Promotions Scott Brandreth sets a record with his third appearance on the show! Hear him tell stories from his unique career with the Phillies and break down the upcoming promotions fans can look forward to at Citizens Bank Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ray Dunne kicks-off Fanatic weekend by addressing the potential of Aaron Nola for this season. He also reviews a bold opinion shared by his colleague Sean Brace on Bryce Harper. Additionally, Matt Breen joins the conversation to elaborate on his recent article regarding the modifications at Citizens Bank Park and the impact these alterations have on the family of former Phillies announcer Henry Calas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
6am hour - The Phillies open the 2026 with a 5-3 win over the Rangers at Citizens Bank Park on Opening Day. Joe DeCamara, Jon Ritchie, Rhea Hughes, James Seltzer and Devan Kaney discuss the win live from Borgata.
The Phillies' 2026 season is finally here, and the Hittin' Season crew is ready! Will the Phils win the NL East for the third year in a row? Who wins MVP? Cy Young? Is this the year they win it all? Hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher make their official picks, and discuss all the ways Phillies owner John Middleton failed to read the room with his comments about Harry the K's and the Connie Mack clock going away at Citizens Bank Park.
From 'High Hopes' (subscribe here): Jack Fritz and James Seltzer preview the Phillies' 2026 season as Phillies' Opening Day is tomorrow at Citizens Bank Park versus the Texas Rangers! Jack and James also speak with Phillies' General Manager Preston Mattingly ahead of the season! 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
12 - Who are these anti-American agitators outside of City Hall celebrating Iran? 1205 - Is the City Council limiting testimonies to one minute now because of viral sensations like our friend, John Allante McAuley? 1210 - What is it going to take in order for politicians to realize that the public does not want men in women's sports? 1215 - Side - all-time greatest sports movies and their key scene. 1220 - Why are Democrats putting it all on the line for illegal immigrants rather than legal citizens? Why does Dom find former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich's comments on the state of Chicago so interesting? Your calls. 1245 - We check in with Henry down at Citizens Bank Park for Opening Day!
2 - PA Congressman Scott Perry calling into the show today. What is his sense of the war? Will there be “boots on the ground”? Is the mid-terms in jeopardy for Republicans? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - What is to be done about ingrates protesting around City Hall? 225 - Your calls 240 - .Let's check back in with Henry at the ballpark. 245 - Your calls 250 - The Lightning Round!
12 - Who are these anti-American agitators outside of City Hall celebrating Iran? 1205 - Is the City Council limiting testimonies to one minute now because of viral sensations like our friend, John Allante McAuley? 1210 - What is it going to take in order for politicians to realize that the public does not want men in women's sports? 1215 - Side - all-time greatest sports movies and their key scene. 1220 - Why are Democrats putting it all on the line for illegal immigrants rather than legal citizens? Why does Dom find former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich's comments on the state of Chicago so interesting? Your calls. 1245 - We check in with Henry down at Citizens Bank Park for Opening Day! 2 - PA Congressman Scott Perry calling into the show today. What is his sense of the war? Will there be “boots on the ground”? Is the mid-terms in jeopardy for Republicans? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - What is to be done about ingrates protesting around City Hall? 225 - Your calls 240 - .Let's check back in with Henry at the ballpark. 245 - Your calls 250 - The Lightning Round!
The 94 WIP Morning Show goes over the schedule of festivities that will be held at Citizens Bank Park today for the Phillies Season Opener!
The WIP Midday Show is live from Citizens Bank Park on Opening Day and wants to know your excitement level for the Philadelphia Phillies as they gear up to kick off their season today.
The WIP Midday Show welcomes another special Opening Day guest, Dan Fitzpatrick, who joins the show to discuss what's new this season at Citizens Bank Park as the Philadelphia Phillies get ready to kick things off.
In Hour 3, the WIP (radio station) Afternoon Show is joined by Dan Fitzpatrick to discuss what's new at Citizens Bank Park, plus the guys go through over/unders for the baseball season and decide what they're buying or selling for the Philadelphia Phillies.
On today's show, the WIP Midday Show is live from Citizens Bank Park as the Philadelphia Phillies gear up for Opening Day. The show features excitement levels from the hosts, bold season predictions, and special guests including Devan Kaney, the WIP Afternoon Show, and more.
Jack Fritz and James Seltzer preview the Phillies' 2026 season as Phillies' Opening Day is tomorrow at Citizens Bank Park versus the Texas Rangers! Jack and James also speak with Phillies' General Manager Preston Mattingly ahead of the season! Presented by Miller Lite. To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com 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
Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society. In this episode, Justin interviews Tom Armstrong, a Global Risk Director for Comcast and the President of the RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter. Tom shares what inspired him to pivot from studying music education to studying risk and insurance, and how his professors guided and inspired him into a career in risk management. Tom went directly from graduation into a risk management role, eventually landing at Comcast just as it acquired NBCUniversal, transforming from an ISP and cable supplier into a multimedia and theme park powerhouse. Tom discusses how the Risk Management Department works at Comcast. Tom tries to build long-term relationships with his interns that endure when they move on. The RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter is the host chapter for RISKWORLD 2026, held from May 3rd through the 6th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The chapter is also celebrating its 75th Anniversary. Tom shares his enthusiasm for these events and for a member reception on May 1st, linking the chapter's 75th Anniversary to RISKWORLD. Listen for ideas on advancing in your risk career and in your RIMS chapter. Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:14] Public registration is open for RISKWORLD 2026, which will be held from May 3rd through 6th in Philadelphia. Visit RIMS.org/RISKWORLD to register. [:28] About this episode of RIMScast. Our guest is Tom Armstrong. He is a Global Risk Management Director at Comcast. He is also the President of the Delaware Valley Chapter of RIMS, which is celebrating its 75th Anniversary. Lots to discuss! But first… [:59] RIMS Virtual Workshops. The next RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep Course will be on April 21st and 22nd, and then again on June 9th and 10th. Registration links are in this episode's notes. [1:13] On April 15th, we have a virtual workshop covering "Emerging Risks", led by Joseph Mayo. Register today and strengthen your risk knowledge. RIMS members always enjoy deep discounts on the virtual workshops. [1:30] Webinars. On April 16th, Zurich and World Travel Protection will present "Navigating the New Global Risk Landscape: Lessons for Business Travelers in Unstable Times". Register for webinars at RIMS.org/webinars and through the links in this episode's show notes. [1:47] Folks, for more RIMS content, head over to YouTube and subscribe to @RIMSOfficialChannel. There you will find video podcasts, RIMScast Canada video podcasts, and other informative and entertaining content from RIMS. [2:05] On with the Show! Our guest today is a Director of Global Risk Management at Comcast. He oversees construction, crime, contracts, and executive risks. [2:16] We will learn what it takes to be a Global Risk Director for one of the top communications companies in the world, as well as a household name and brand. [2:27] We're also going to talk about all the joviality surrounding the Delaware Valley Chapter as they celebrate their 75th Anniversary. They happen to be the host city for RISKWORLD 2026, so we'll learn what they have in store for us. Let's get to it! [2:43] Interview! Tom Armstrong, welcome to RIMScast! [3:10] Tom says he is fortunate to hold the positions of Global Risk Director for Comcast and President for the RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter. In each case, he is one of a team that makes it happen. [3:47] Tom shares his career path. He went to Temple University intending to major in music education, to learn to conduct high school choirs and marching bands. After two and a half years into his degree, he decided it was not for him. [4:11] Tom transferred to the business school, where he was fortunate to take an Introduction to Risk course taught by Professor Barbara Manaka, now Chairman of the department there. She told him he'd make a great risk manager. [4:27] With help from Professor Manaka, Professor Robert Drennan, and the rest of the wonderful staff at Temple, Tom finished his four-year degree in only five years! He was one of the few to be hired into a risk management role straight out of school. [4:43] He started at CDI. In 2008, the position was eliminated, and Tom moved over to Aramark. He spent about three and a half years at the risk department. Then he got a call that Comcast was looking for someone to help them with the review of insurance language in contracts. [5:01] Tom was a contractor for his first 18 months at Comcast. A new risk manager came on board, Sandy Aspinall, and he brought Tom in-house as a senior analyst to review insurance language in contracts. [5:24] Tom was able to add on some additional scope, supporting construction, property, executive risks, the crime program, and whatever comes up that needs some support. Like the rest of the team, he's happy to step up. [5:57] Tom says that he never had a great talent for music. What he really liked was the community that a marching band or a choir brought to him as a kid in high school. He has found that this industry can give him a lot of the same community. [6:09] Community is why Tom wants to be a part of RIMS. It's why he stepped up to lead a RIMS chapter. It's why he appreciates his peers at Comcast. [6:23] Tom joined RIMS through meeting participation early in his career, in 2009 or 2010. Aramark supported his involvement in visiting and joining certain meetings. In 2017, he stepped up to be Treasurer of the Delaware Valley Chapter. He's been President for about three years. [6:46] Some staffing changes happened in the RIMS and the RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter in 2017 and 2018, opening up positions like Treasurer. Tom mentions former Treasurer Deborah Saunders and former RIMS President Robert Cartwright Jr., now a huge asset to the chapter. [7:53] Tom says he enjoys his work. He is one of six Directors and Senior Directors on the team, each reporting up to Sandy Aspinall. They each have their slice of the business. Tom gets to work on some really cool stuff. [8:03] Comcast deals with cable and internet delivery. Tom says there are some fun elements to it. They deal with theme parks and movie studios. They put solar panels on roofs. When Tom joined Comcast, he thought it was a boring cable company, but it is light-years more than that. [8:42] Tom and his peers sit at the corporate level at Comcast but have responsibilities across almost all Comcast subsidiaries, with a few exceptions that have their own approach to risk. They have no line authority over any of the subsidiaries. [8:58] Tom says everything we do is through demonstrating our value and persuading through convincing arguments. Risk Management doesn't say, "You have to do it this way." [9:14] They say, "You're not going to say Risk Management approved this, unless we work together and we provide you with the advice that we think will let you do your business in a way that protects the organization while letting you do the cool and inventive things that you do." [9:39] From day one, Tom's been involved in the review of insurance language in contracts. His team reviews 1,500 contracts in a year. They care about what they're doing, from the smallest contracts to the biggest engagements. They inform business leaders to make good choices. [10:21] For Tom, contracts are a framework through which he can look at the operations of the business. If contractors are going to enter customers' homes, they need commercial general liability to make any damages right. [10:38] Similarly, for people who handle customer data, design attractions in Comcast parks, or license intellectual property that Comcast distributes. In all of those situations, Comcast cares about how they engage. [11:07] Tom says the nature of the business to which they apply the risk framework has changed again and again. When Tom came on in 2012 as a contractor, Comcast was just starting to acquire NBCUniversal. [11:22] They went from an Internet Service Provider and a cable operator to a multimedia powerhouse with theme parks, movie studios, and TV production. That was a massive shift in how Comcast operates, and Risk Management had to learn to manage a new suite of risks. [11:42] That happened in a different way when Comcast bought and started operating Sky UK a few years ago. Every time Comcast introduces another element of business, Risk Management has to figure out how that fits into how they manage risk. [12:08] Peacock is a huge piece of the puzzle in terms of how Comcast is approaching its consumers and delivering content. [12:16] From a risk perspective, it mirrors what Comcast used to do from a linear distribution, but through very new channels and with less mature partners. Risk Management has to think about how the partners are capitalizing their exposures and how that cascades onto Comcast. [12:32] A Quick Break! RIMS is once again supporting the FERMA Global Risk Manager Survey 2026. [12:43] Now in its second consecutive global edition, the survey, led by FERMA, brings together insights from Europe, the U.S., Latin America, Asia Pacific, and Africa, offering a truly international perspective on how the risk management profession is evolving. [12:58] Surveys are anonymous, and the final report is free. The deadline to participate is March 31st. A link is in this episode's show notes. [13:08] RISKWORLD 2026 will be held from May 3rd through the 6th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. RISKWORLD attracts more than 10,000 risk professionals from across the globe. It's time to Connect, Cultivate, and Collaborate with them. [13:25] Booth sales are open now. General registration and speaker registration are also open right now. Marketplace and hospitality badges are now available. Links are in this episode's show notes, and be sure to check out RIMS.org for more information. [13:43] The RIMS Western Regional Conference will be held from October 4th through the 7th in Seattle, Washington. Registration is open, and you can also submit a session. Visit RIMSWesternRegional.com and the link in this episode's show notes for more information. [14:00] Let's Return to Our Interview with RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter President Tom Armstrong! [14:23] A former colleague told Tom: You've got to be nosy to do this job! Commonly, someone will give you an answer that they think you want to hear when you start asking risk questions. [14:36] You have to ask at least five times. Why is it like this? How are you going to achieve that? How much is this really going to cost? Your vendor said that buying insurance is expensive, but can they define expensive? For all those questions, you can't just take an answer at face value. [14:55] There has to be a level of ethics and willingness to behave with integrity, as well as a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get the job done. [15:14] Tom says most of his regular partners understand the questions he's going to ask now. He doesn't have to ask why as often as he used to, because they've already done some of that work. [15:23] Tom says it helps to know your partners and the mindset they've brought to their conversations with their vendors. [15:34] Tom has one direct report, Juliana, who started two years ago to help him with some contract review work and let him focus on other things. Over the past four years, Tom has had four different interns. Two of them just won a CICA award. [16:34] To help build the future of the industry, Tom gives work to interns not as busy work, but work that can be put to a demonstrable use. [16:42] One intern helped move file storage from a network drive to a new SharePoint. Another helped finish a streamlined intranet page to deliver advice to internal colleagues. [16:59] All of that came with a reason to go and talk to every colleague and understand how their work fits into the risk management picture. Tom tries to find ways to make the intern's work meaningful. [17:19] The two interns posted about their CICA captive award. They have kept in touch with Tom and recently texted him for advice. Tom tries to build long-term relationships. [17:42] Tom says Comcast's Risk Management department has been fairly stable for the last few years. It would be great to have more hands on deck, but there is a budget, just like there is in every department in the organization. [18:15] Tom says in Orlando, they have Universal's Epic Universe, which opened in Spring 2025. They still have Universal Studios' Islands of Adventure and Volcano Bay theme parks. Tom says Epic Universe was such a cool project to work on. Tom started on it in late 2018. [18:35] Tom says they put the park together with their partners at Universal Creative. Tom's part was to insure it. [18:52] In 2020, as COVID started to become more noticeable, Tom was just about to bind coverage on the construction program for Epic Universe. It was a massive undertaking on 2,000 acres. There were 1,200 contractors with 7,000 people on site. [19:09] Just as Tom was about to hit Bind, COVID happened. They had to pause their whole marketing efforts and, about nine months later, re-market the entire program, deal with all of the changing supply chain issues that came along with COVID. [19:25] Comcast is very proud to have opened Universal's Epic Universe last year. It has been met with enthusiastic public reception. [19:36] Justin says that this episode was recorded on March 13th, six years to the day after a national emergency was declared for COVID-19. Tom was in Italy for his wedding on that day, and they had to cancel due to COVID and come home. They finished the wedding last year. [20:13] Justin says that for a risk manager, taking a theme park from conception to completion has to be a dream job. When people tell Tom insurance is boring, he asks them if they've ever received an email about the Ministry of Magic, or a giant theme park like Epic. [20:54] Last November, Sandy took the Global Risk Management Department to Orlando for an off-site all-hands meeting. They walked through the park and experienced some of the rides. It was nice to get back to the park without a hard hat after the construction site inspections. [21:30] Another Quick Break! The Spencer Educational Foundation's Risk Manager on Campus application period will open on April 1st, 2026, and it will close on June 30th. Grant awardees, colleges, and universities are typically notified in September. [21:55] The Course Development Grant application deadline for Interval Number 2 will be on June 15th, 2026. Award notifications will be sent out in late July. [22:10] General Grant applications will open on May 1st, 2026, and the application deadline is July 30th. Internship Grant applications open on August 15th and close on October 15th. [22:22] Links to each of these grants are in this episode's show notes. Visit SpencerEd.org for more information. [22:31] Let's Conclude Our Interview with RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter President Tom Armstrong. [22:53] The Delaware Valley Chapter is celebrating its 75th year. They were close to New York, so they were the second chapter to be established. Tom said they've had a series of amazing individuals in the chapter, including Robert Cartwright, Jr., who have made the chapter what it is. [23:26] Tom says the chapter has a rich pool of talent in the Philadelphia area. "Delaware Valley" refers to the river, not just the state of Delaware. It's the Greater Philadelphia Area. Ben Franklin founded the first insurance company in Philadelphia. The city has a long history of insurance. [23:46] There are many awesome companies headquartered in Philadelphia, including Comcast and Aramark. The great professionals in the area have enthusiasm and a willingness to step in. [24:06] Tom says the chapter has a hard-headed insistence on continuing to persist. Like in a lot of organizations, coming out of COVID, it has been harder to keep people showing up in person. They hold meetings on the first Tuesday of every month at 8:00 a.m. That can be a tough trek. [24:32] Some members drive two hours to attend the meeting. The chapter is looking at the results of recent member surveys and might be making some changes to improve attendance. The chapter has a great community, and they try to foster what's already there. [25:04] Tom says the chapter has a couple of popular social events. Golf is huge. A Phillies Outing is aimed toward both rising risk professionals and mature risk professionals. Last year, they showed up at Citizens Bank Park with 65. That kind of event helps engage members. [25:35] The chapter partners with local Universities. Chapter VP Rory Magargee partnered last year with St. Joseph's University and helped them win a Black & Gold Award through Gamma Iota Sigma for the Networking for Newbies event to help students interact with professionals. [26:05] Justin says that the rising risk professionals were in high school or middle school when COVID hit. Professionals have been tracking how that would play out later on in their careers and personal lives. Students had gotten used to a virtual setting and then had to transition back. [26:49] Tom says, based on a recent membership survey, the chapter is looking at changing the upcoming programming year, starting in September, to preserve what works in the current approach and enhance it to bring in some folks who might not attend in person at 8:00 a.m. [27:31] From May 3rd through 6th, RISKWORLD 2026 will be in Philadelphia. The Delaware Valley Chapter will focus on its membership to celebrate its 75th year. [28:00] On Friday, May 1st, chapter members, some RIMS leaders, and sponsors will gather at a reception at a venue soon to be announced. Tom extends his thanks to the sponsors who are making it possible. [28:20] The chapter is passionate about Philadelphia. Tom is looking forward to RISKWORLD 2026 and showing the industry the best that Philadelphia has to offer. [28:25] It's not just the chapter's 75th year; it's also the 76th year of RIMS. It's also 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. [28:43] To learn more about the RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter and apply for membership, visit DelawareValley.RIMS.org or find them on LinkedIn, or email any of the Board members. [28:53] Tom, it has been a pleasure to see you again and to get to know you through this episode. I look forward to seeing you at RISKWORLD 2026 from May 3rd through the 6th in Philadelphia. Congratulations again on your 75th! [29:11] Special thanks again to Tom Armstrong for joining us here on RIMScast. We wish him and all the members of the RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter, past and present, a Happy 75th Anniversary! [29:23] A link to the chapter's page is in this episode's show notes. We look forward to seeing many of those Delaware Valley Chapter members at RISKWORLD, which will be held from May 3rd through the 6th in Philadelphia. Visit RIMS.org/RISKWORLD to register. [29:41] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [30:09] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [30:28] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [30:45] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [31:01] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [31:16] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. Please remember to subscribe to RIMScast on your favorite podcasting app. You can email us at Content@RIMS.org. [31:28] Practice good risk management, stay safe, and thank you again for your continuous support! Links: RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter RISKWORLD 2026 Registration — Open for exhibitors, members, and non-members! Reserve your booth at RISKWORLD 2026! 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RIMS Virtual Workshops On-Demand Webinars RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) RISK PAC | RIMS Advocacy RIMS Strategic & Enterprise Risk Center RIMS-CRMP Stories — Featuring RIMS President Manny Padilla! RIMS Events, Education, and Services: RIMS Risk Maturity Model® Sponsor RIMScast: Contact sales@rims.org or pd@rims.org for more information. Want to Learn More? Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org, and listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Have a question or suggestion? Email: Content@rims.org. Join the Conversation! Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. About our guest: Tom Armstrong, ARM, CRM, CRIS, CIC, Director, Global Risk Management at Comcast President of the RIMS Delaware Valley Chapter Production and engineering provided by Podfly.
Phillies season is upon us! The team will be back at the Bank to start the season against the Rangers this week. Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to preview the season. Yes, the Kapadia 10 is back! Find out Sheil's and Dabbundo's bold Phillies predictions. Will Bryce Harper return to MVP form? Will a Phillies batter win a batting title, or will a Phillies pitcher win a Cy Young? Why did the Phillies restructure pitcher Cristopher Sánchez's deal? Plus, some changes at Citizens Bank Park, and did Dabbundo try to stir the pot? Bold prediction - (03:15) Bryce Harper - (10:10) More likely to happen: hitter winning a batting title or pitcher getting a Cy Young? - (22:54) Andrew Painter - (32:59) Justin Crawford - (40:42) Cristopher Sánchez - (55:18) No more Harry the K's - (1:14:36) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/ The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In Hour 4, the WIP Afternoon Show cover all the topics that need to be discussed following Joe vs. Jack. Plus, they highlight all the new food offerings at Citizens Bank Park for this Philadelphia Phillies season.
The WIP Afternoon Show reveal all the new food options at Citizens Bank Park for this Philadelphia Phillies season.
It's time for another High Hopes report, with the latest update on Bo Bichette as he continues to search for a new team—while baseball insiders keep pointing to Philadelphia. Plus, a new young Phillies player is on the way to Citizens Bank Park.
Remembering Bob Weir (1947-2026) and thanking him for all he gave us!Links:Full-show isolated Bobby edition - https://youtu.be/ZLV-73VF6Tg?si=cHWNoU_NIEj8QHk_Weather Report Suite, acoustic demo - https://youtu.be/k7-4XirBj9A?si=lgN3DR3oOCtOW4vvBob speaking about death on the Comes a Time podcast - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTWWxCMjDx7/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Dead & Co at Citizens Bank Park, 2021 (4 min mark of Jack Straw) - https://archive.org/details/deadco2021-08-21.CitizensBankParkPhiladelphiaPA/DeadCo2021-08-21t03.flacOutro song, Not Fade Away - Dead & Company, August 16, 2021 (audience recording available: https://archive.org/details/deadco2021-08-16.CoastalCreditUnionPark/DeadCo2021-08-16t18.flac)
In the cutthroat world of MLB free agency, few stories sting like a prodigal son choosing the bright lights of Philadelphia over his Ohio roots. On December 9, 2025, Kyle Schwarber, the Middletown native who grew up idolizing the Cincinnati Reds, inked a five-year, $150 million deal to stay with the Phillies—leaving the Reds empty-handed after a spirited but ultimately underpowered pursuit. For a franchise desperate to reignite fan passion at Great American Ball Park, this was more than a missed signing; it was a gut punch to the Queen City's baseball soul. Schwarber's 2025 season was a revelation: 56 home runs—tops in the NL—and 132 RBIs, a career zenith that vaulted him to second in MVP voting. At 32, the burly designated hitter evolved into a complete force, smashing an MLB-record 23 homers against lefties and posting a .964 OPS versus them, upending his platoon woes. His raw power, infectious energy, and Wawa-endorsed Philly flair made him the perfect leadoff masher behind Bryce Harper, fueling the Phillies' championship chase. No wonder Philly locked him up; he's their clubhouse heartbeat, a grizzled leader who bet on himself and won big. The Reds, though, saw Schwarber as destiny's gift. Just 35 miles from his boyhood diamond, he could've been the thunderous bat to complement Elly De La Cruz's spark and Jonathan India's savvy—propelling Cincinnati from rebuild purgatory to playoff contention. GM Nick Krall courted him aggressively at the GM Meetings, even hosting Schwarber and wife Paige for a November tour of GABP. Their offer? A five-year pact around $125 million, with escalators—respectable, but shy of Philly's bounty. Even the Orioles matched the Phillies' terms, only to watch Schwarber's heart pull him eastward. This miss exposes the Reds' fiscal bind: a mid-market team chasing splashy dreams without the deep pockets of NL East behemoths. Ticket sales would've surged with "Schwar Bomb" nights echoing off the Ohio River, but instead, fans are left with echoes of 2010 glory. Pittsburgh and Boston sniffed around, too, but Cincinnati's emotional pitch fell flat against cold cash. As Schwarber preps for another Citizens Bank Park barrage, Reds Nation mourns what could've been: a homecoming homer derby that never materialized. It's a reminder that in baseball, roots run deep, but dollars dig deeper. For now, the Phillies feast on continuity; the Reds pivot to Plan B, hoping for fireworks elsewhere. But oh, what a Schwarber-shaped hole in the lineup—and the heart. Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Holy (Trap). Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Exercise (Rock). #Bengals #NFL #OffTheBench
Flyers legend John LeClair joins the show! Hear John tell stories about growing up a Red Sox fan in Vermont, the legendary Flyers Legion of Doom line and playing at Citizens Bank Park in the alumni game at the 2012 Winter Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Philadelphia Phillies dropped Game 2 of the NLDS in heart-breaking fashion to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Down 2-0, the High Hopes podcast is LIVE from Citizens Bank Park, reacting to another playoff defeat. Presented by Miller Lite To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com 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
After a crushing Game 1 loss to the Dodgers in the NLDS on Saturday night, can the Phillies get up off the mat and win Game 2 at the suddenly vulnerable Citizens Bank Park? On this edition of Hittin' Season, the Good Phight's John Stolnis recaps a bitterly disappointing Game 1, why the bullpen is more to blame than the bats, Rob Thomson's managerial decisions and looks ahead to Game 2. What do they need to do to send the series back to Los Angeles tied at 1-1?
The Philadelphia Phillies dropped Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday night despite leading 3-0 through five innings. The High Hopes Podcast is LIVE from Citizens Bank Park, reacting to the gut-punch loss. Presented by Miller Lite To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com 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
Justin Klugh talks about the MLB playoff picture after the Wild Card rounds, as well as what's to be expected when the Dodgers come to Citizens Bank Park for the NLDS.
It will be the Dodgers. After sweeping the Cincinnati Reds in their Wild Card series on Wednesday, the Phillies now know who their opponent will be in the NLDS, the defending champs, who will take on the Phils beginning Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park. John Stolnis of the Good Phight takes a look at the upcoming series between two of baseball's heavyweights, including Game 1 starter Shohei Ohtani's first-ever postseason appearance as a pitcher. How do the two teams match up? Also, some thoughts on the Phils' Wednesday night intrasquad game and a recap of the other three wild card series, all of which are going the full three games!