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Debbi Calton has been on the radio her whole life. Or at least it seems that way. From her beginnings in Charlotte, NC to Tampa to Orlando to Denver to Chicago, she has been a Philadelphia rock/classic rock radio mainstay for the last 37 years. She recently stepped down from her decades spanning midday shift at WMGK to see “what's next.” Not being able to stay away from the music for long, “next” is OutsideFM.com with the freedom to truly play whatever she wants. It's a full circle back to her early days in freeform radio.

Joe Brooks, Executive Director of the Veterans Multi-Service Center, discussed their FREE comprehensive services for all veterans.    Founded by veterans, today it addresses homelessness, hunger, incarceration, mental illness, drug abuse and unemployment, from housing and emergency relief, to VA benefit, lost documentation, job placement, to drug and alcohol counseling to military burials and survivor benefits at locations throughout PA, Southern NJ, and DE.    No initial appointments are required, their headquarters at the corner of 4th and Florist by the entrance of the Ben Franklin Bridge is open Monday – Friday 8:30AM to 4:30PM.   They ask vets to bring their DD-214 or VA Medical card for verification of military service.  If a vet does not have one or has lost it, the VMC can help them obtain one, the first step to restoring or uncovering benefits.  They will also work on behalf of a vet to correct a discharge status to obtain benefits.   Joe noted that the VMC uncovered over 15 million in unclaimed benefits last year alone.  While the majority of vets served are male, in 2014 the VMC created the Women Veterans Program (WVP) to address the growing and unique needs of Women Veterans. It offers comprehensive resources for Women Veterans and their families in a trauma-informed space, tailored to the unique needs of military women. The WVP Old City location features a clothing closet, open computer lab, lending library, children's play area and a full calendar of wellness and fellowship events. All activities, resources and events are free for military women and their children. On June 21st, Beasley Media Group station WMGK 102.9FM will host its annual Vets Radiothon to benefit the Vets Multi-Service Center. The all day broadcast will feature special guests, hourly incentives, auction items and  prizes as they raise money for this center so vital for area vets.  Learn more at wmgk.com. To learn more about The Veterans Multi-Service Center, their services, volunteer opportunities and how you can donate in kind, visit VMCenter.org

In this episode of Takin' A Walk, Buzz talks with Legendary Radio Programmer Bill Weston Bill has been at the helm of WMMR and WMGK in Philadelphia for many years and he recently announced his retirement at the end of 2023. *****Thank you so much for listening to the TAKIN’ A WALK PODCAST SHOW hosted by Buzz Knight! Listen to more honest conversations with a compelling mix of guests ranging from musicians, authors, and insiders with their own stories. Get inspired, get motivated, and gain insights from honest conversations every week that can help you with your own journey. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and be part of this blessed family. Website: https://takinawalk.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebuzzknight LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/buzzknight Linkfire: https://lnk.to/takinawalk Please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with your friends and family!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Takin' A Walk, Buzz talks with Legendary Radio Programmer Bill Weston Bill has been at the helm of WMMR and WMGK in Philadelphia for many years and he recently announced his retirement at the end of 2023. *****Thank you so much for listening to the TAKIN’ A WALK PODCAST SHOW hosted by Buzz Knight! Listen to more honest conversations with a compelling mix of guests ranging from musicians, authors, and insiders with their own stories. Get inspired, get motivated, and gain insights from honest conversations every week that can help you with your own journey. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and be part of this blessed family. Website: https://takinawalk.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebuzzknight LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/buzzknight Linkfire: https://lnk.to/takinawalk Please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with your friends and family!Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the twelfth episode of The Rob Ellis Show, Rob speaks with Sixers in-arena announcer and WMGK classic rock disc jockey, Matt Cord. We will walk through Matt's career journey, his years 30 years in the Philadelphia music scene, and how he became the Sixers in-arena announcer. We will also discuss the current state of the Sixers and Philadelphia sports. Our big question is, will James Harden start the 2023-24 season with the Philadelphia 76ers? Harden opted-in to his player option in the offseason and has requested a trade, preferably to the Los Angeles Clippers, but the Sixers have yet to pull the trigger. With Daryl Morey and the Sixers brass pulling off a move before the season begins? After the interview, Rob will give his thoughts on the State of Philadelphia Sports. The Philadelphia Phillies playoff chances and possible trade deadline moves. He will also discuss the Eagles training camp and preview the upcoming season.

Joe Brooks, Executive Director of the Veterans Multi-Service Center, and Beasley Media Group's John DeBella, legendary Morning Host at WMGK, discussed their work on behalf of the VMC, a non-profit organization that supports veterans who are suffering from their service.  The VMC offers emergency relief for Vets facing homelessness, mental health and addiction issues, aging vets needing healthcare or burial funds, and vets who have fallen out of the system who need to reconnect with their benefits.   The VMC helps more than 6,500 Veterans and families annually through offices throughout the tri-state area.   Their services include Veteran Employment programs, Veteran Housing Assistance with temporary and long-term shelter, Women Veterans Programs with housing and woman-to-woman counseling, and Veterans Benefit / Entitlement Assistance to help them navigate the bureaucracy.   They connect vets with medical and mental care and addiction help.  The Veterans Multi-Service Center was founded in 1980 by local Vietnam Veterans.  Knowing John was a supporter, they approached him a few years later to help raise funds and the annual John DeBella Veteran radiothon was born, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars through his all-day broadcast and online auctions.   VMCenter.org

Richona McKnight, Director of Development, and Anna Donahoe, Director of Women's and Neighborhood Programs, od City Team Chester discussed the support they offer families and individuals throughout the Delaware Valley.  They discussed the widening gap between low-income wages and cost of living, and how more people than ever before are living in poverty in our community. CityTeam programs meet immediate needs while providing a path to lasting solutions.  City Team Chester is part of a national organization, the only east coast chapter.  They began as a soup kitchen, offering meals and expanded their services to now include programs for all ages and living conditions.  For men they offer the Men's Renew Program with long term shelter and program for men in recovery from addiction, the Turning Point for Men and Connect Shelter with overnight shelter and long-term shelter for homeless men and Forward Housing, transitional housing for men who complete our programs.  They also have Turning Point for Women (transitional housing for young women age 18-24 and young women age 18-24 with children.  They continue to offer emergency relief, food, clothing even diapers and baby supplies.  To help cut the transportation barrier they now have a mobile food pantry to help reach local residents trapped within the Chester ‘food desert.'  Their holistic approach includes medical services, job coaching and parenting classes.  They are proud of their Hope Café, a twice monthly meal serving families restaurant style with menu choices and volunteer hosting staff.  They use these events and services as ways to establish trust and confidence in their agency.  We discussed individual and business volunteering and donations, both cash and in-kind supplies are needed.   Finally, we spoke of the upcoming holidays, the line to apply for assistance began hours before they opened. City Team Chester will have nearly twice as many families requesting meals and holiday clothing and toys this year.  You or your company can adopt a family this year to provide the gifts and food needed. Another way to help is the annual Turkey Drop, November 22 at local participating Acme Markets.  Lead by John DeBella, the staff of WMGK and Beasley Media Group will be collecting turkeys, turkey coupons and other items, as well as cash, for the families served by City Team Chester.   For more information on Turkey Drop, volunteering, donating or applying for help, visit CITYTEAM.ORG/CHESTER

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

Deciding who should be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame is a debate that comes around once a year, and the debate surrounding 2022’s nominees was fierce. Although you can check out who made the Class of 2022 on WMGK.com, the MGK jocks let us in on who they would’ve rather seen make the cut: The New York Dolls or Judas Priest?

Andre Gardner sits down with Beasley Media Group CEO, Caroline Beasley, to commemorate the company's 60th Anniversary! Founded in 1961, Beasley Media Group has evolved into a full service media company, with 62 radio stations, in 15 markets, in nine states.

Andre takes a few moments to reflect of what he's thankful for during this time of year. 

Kwinn Tucker, Executive Director of  CityTeam Chester, discussed  CityTeam,  a national faith-based charity with customized programs to specifically meet the needs of their community with hot meals, groceries, shelter, housing and restorative programs, learning and career help, and so much more.. Here they address the needs of the homeless and those suffering from poverty here in the Greater Delaware Valley, from emergency relief in food, housing and clothing, economic empowerment programs with job education and certification programs, and bridge housing, working to move families into permanent housing.   She discussed their addiction recovery program that includes housing and other support and finally,  their neighborhood programs that address at-risk youth.   Beasley Media Group's WMGK will host the annual John DeBella Turkey Drop on Tuesday, November 23rd.  She also encouraged us to consider making donation on giving Tuesday.   Cityteam.org/chester

Andre's always been Andre on the radio - except the few times when he wasn't! 

Andre shares his top three most memorable live-on-stage band introductions from his radio career! 

Cyndy Drue is a veteran radio DJ that started a local hit radio show, Street Beat,  on 93.3 WWMR, It highlighted local music and many unsigned artists. Cyndy single-handedly helped bands get their music heard on the radio waves. We are eternally grateful for all she's done for the Philly music scene.

Matt reflects on the 25th and 30th anniversaries of Pearl Jam's "No Code" and debut album, "Ten" - released on the same date, 5 years apart.

Tony shares his thoughts on some issues he's experienced recently while dining out.

When one of the world's foremost Beatles experts spins in your universe, who better to lead the expedition into The Beatles collective cinematic output? WMGK, Philadelphia's Andre Gardner joins the boys as they discuss Beatles movies and the Fab's projects that they did on their own.Time to learn stuff about stuff you already know stuff about!Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!!Thanks to our sponsor, Crooked Eye Brewery for their support of the podcast!

When one of the world's foremost Beatles experts spins in your universe, who better to lead the expedition into The Beatles collective cinematic output? WMGK, Philadelphia's Andre Gardner joins the boys as they discuss Beatles movies and the Fab's projects that they did on their own.Time to learn stuff about stuff you already know stuff about!Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!!Thanks to our sponsor, Crooked Eye Brewery for their support of the podcast!

When one of the world's foremost Beatles experts spins in your universe, who better to lead the expedition into The Beatles collective cinematic output? WMGK, Philadelphia's Andre Gardner joins the boys as they discuss Beatles movies and the Fab's projects that they did on their own. Time to learn stuff about stuff you already know stuff about! Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!! Thanks to our sponsor, Crooked Eye Brewery for their support of the podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When one of the world's foremost Beatles experts spins in your universe, who better to lead the expedition into The Beatles collective cinematic output? WMGK, Philadelphia's Andre Gardner joins the boys as they discuss Beatles movies and the Fab's projects that they did on their own. Time to learn stuff about stuff you already know stuff about! Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!! Thanks to our sponsor, Crooked Eye Brewery for their support of the podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

but without all the singing and dancing!

Legendary producer / musician / artist Kevin Godley chats with Andre about his new project, his Beatles connection, 10cc, and so much more!

Matt Cord shares some Sea Isle City tips - Like his picks for best breakfast sandwich, a great new outdoor spot and, of course, a reminder to slow down and save the turtles!

Most people don't realize it, but Bucks County was essentially the Havana of the United States when it came to cigars. So whether you are Bucks born-and-raised, smoke stogeys, enjoy history, or just want to fact check a disc jockey... enjoy this exploration into what was once America's mecca for cigars! 

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A request for autograph turns into a surprise of who listens and how we affect them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have many ways to beat the stress of running a radio station around here, and you're about to hear one of them ...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Cord discusses his memories of one of the most famous - or infamous - press conferences in sports history for it's 19th anniversary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve has zero patience for 4 year old sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tony Harris explains the origins - and evolution - of his diverse love of music! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 15th, 2021: Andre Gardner celebrates what he describes as "19 wonderful years" at MGK. On this special OTR, he tells the story of how he got hired! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golf's first major tournament of the year is here - and MGK's Matt Cord is super excited about it! Tee up this episode and find out what ... FORE!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John DeBella shares his recollections about a former friend and colleague, and also explains the origins of why he calls Peter Gabriel the "Patron Saint Of Morning DJ's." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran DJ Ray Koob shares stories from an eventful career in Philly rock radio and talks about some of the entertaining characters he's met along the way.

Tony Harris shares some thoughts and observations about his recent trip to "The Most Magical Place On Earth!" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andre hopes to reconnect with the childhood friend - who saved his life! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna hear the albums? Listen to Appetite for Destruction and Ten on Spotify!Check out our playlist featuring albums on The Countdown!Follow Big Daddy on twitter @BigDaddyGraham and on Facebook here.Big Daddy Graham's Countdown is produced by Last Out Media.

What's it like to interview a living legend? Find out from 'MGK's biggest Beatles fan, Andre Gardner, as he gets an opportunity to talk to the one and only Ringo Starr! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people rarely wind up doing in life exactly what they’d envisioned for themselves as a teenager. But every so often, you’ll meet an exception to that rule. Matt Cord is one of them.    Growing up in Philly, Matt remembers having always had two passions: sports and music. In high school, he first got a taste for announcing by doing the morning sports announcements, and he kept up his on-air appetite as a DJ for his college’s radio station, where he nurtured his love for rock and roll. Professionally starting out as the “overnight guy” for various Long Island radio stations, Matt knew where he ultimately wanted to wind up.    “I was pretty determined, once I got into radio, to get back here to Philly and get back on the station I grew up with,” he says.    Today, he’s achieved that and more. Now in his 24th season as the public announcer for the Philadelphia 76ers, Matt has also come full circle as the weekday DJ for his home city’s classic rock station, 102.9 WMGK. But just because he’s achieved the things his teenaged self aspired to doesn’t mean that the path to get here wasn’t a winding one.   On this episode of the FUEL podcast, Chris and Matt talk about what exactly that path and its detours looked like, how Matt wound up on the cover of a Corn Flakes box, and why he’s loving his career today.   What You'll Learn: How Matt found — and stuck with — a purpose The changes COVID-19 has brought to the NBA and how he’s navigating them How building a brand for yourself, and getting that brand in front of the right people, can unlock major opportunities  And much more!   Favorite Quote: “I just like to be around people. That’s the thing. I enjoy being around people, talking to people, learning from them, sharing experiences, being in a crowd and having a good time… I cannot wait for the fans to come back.” — Matt Cord   Connect With Matt:    Facebook   Twitter About the FUEL Podcast:FUEL Provides an opportunity to look behind the scenes into the lives of extraordinary individuals. By examining the foundation that makes up their lives, we unveil the stories that fueled their success. Our mission is to help motivate and energize people to recognize that their own life experiences can be used as fuel to help them go the distance and achieve their life’s full potential. http://thefuelstory.com

Cyndy Drue was Location Scout for "Wolf Pac" a new TV show she describes in this week's On The Record. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever wondered where it came from ... well, now hear the story from the man himself! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all know where we were when we heard that John Lennon had been shot and killed on December 8th,1980. Cyndy Drue takes us back to that night when she was on the air at 94 Rock, WYSP and had to announce the horrible news. And some updates on what’s happened since. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Radio veteran Debbi Calton retired from a 43 year illustrious career on December 6, 2019. To commemorate the 1 year Anniversary of her hanging up her headphones, Rich and Paul talk with Debbi about her radio gypsy journey. Debbi shares a few of her rock star interviews along the way including John Paul Jones (Led Zeppelin), David Crosby (CSN), Peter Frampton and Grace Slick (Jefferson Airplane). Her stories also include when she almost became a “welder” before her first radio job in North Carolina, her career travels from Florida to Denver during a snowstorm and how she finally ended up in Philadelphia; where among other things spent 26 years at one radio station 102.9 WMGK. We also find out what she's been up to in her new life. :) You can download or stream every episode of AIRCHECK from Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also ask your Smart Speaker to “Play Aircheck Podcast”. If you're a radio vet with a story to tell we want to hear from you.Email us at Aircheckme@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aircheckmeTell us what you think and your favorite episode!

Matt Cord gives you the run-down on why Thanksgiving is his favorite holiday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, John DeBella gives you an earful about who's to blame for his hearing loss! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andre Gardner chats with KOSH, whose work you most likely have in your rock and roll album collection.  KOSH has designed dozens of iconic Classic Rock album covers for The Beatles, The Who, The Eagles, and countless others, and he also designed the ELO Spaceship logo.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andre Gardner. Jimmy Page. Robert Plant. What could possibly go wrong?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John recalls having Gammon for dinner in England with Alan Parsons and Eric Woolfson.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.