First-Time Caller, Long-Time Expert

97.5 The Fanatic Fan Fest 2024 Recap (1:12)- Andre Drummond on stage, Mike Missanelli audio clip

Why the Phillies WILL win the World Series (5:26)- Zack Wheeler, battle-tested lineup

Why the Phillies WON'T win the World Series (22:13)- offensive volatility in the MLB Playoffs

Colin Newby

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First-Time Caller, Long-Time Expert brings a twist to Philly sports talk by taking listeners behind the scenes of local radio and sports media in Philadelphia.

Colin Newby, a digital producer for 97.5 The Fanatic and 93.3 WMMR in Beasley Media's Philadelphia radio cluster, takes you behind the scenes of the legendary sports venues with the best athletes and the most iconic media personalities in the city of Philadelphia.

The Phillies clinched the National League East for the first time since 2011 on Monday night. Hear Rob Thomson and Aaron Nola from Citizens Bank Park. (00:41)

How much should Phillies fans trust Aaron Nola? (4:29)

MMRBQ Recap- The Offspring rocks the Camden Waterfront at 93.3 WMMR's biggest day of the year. (10:58)

Marisa Magnatta of The Preston & Steve Show joins to talk about the Offspring, her wedding at a punk rock museum in Vegas, and the history of MMR in Philly. (15:02)

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Phillies Approaching Red October: Ranger Suarez has struggled since his return from the IL in late August. How will Rob Thomson choose to use him when the Phillies reach Red October? (00:48)

Let's get it back to the Eagles: ESPN Monday Night Countdown Recap, Jason Kelce back in Philadelphia, some solid name drops, and an unexpected guest at Xfinity Live (11:57)

Analyzing criticism of Nick Sirianni and the Eagles coaching staff- Is it fair to second-guess NFL play-calling with the benefit of hindsight? (18:57)

Rob Thomson spoke about the importance of home field advantage in Red October. (1:10)

Should the Phillies worry about resting their regulars instead? (5:20)

John talks about the roots of Philadelphia sports radio, the psychology of generations of local fans, and the one loss that represented it all...

When the Eagles blew the NFC Championship Game in the final game at Veterans Stadium.

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The Phillies have the look of a legitimate World Series contender. (1:12)

Rob Thomson spoke about locking up a first-round bye and home field advantage in Red October. (4:40)

How do the Phillies match up with the Brewers, Dodgers, and Braves? (5:26)

The best catch you've ever seen? Michael Harris speaks about his web gem at Citizens Bank Park (15:46)

w/ quotes from Rob Thomson, Michael Harris, and Brian Snitker

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Phillies facing Astros in World Series rematch: Taijuan Walker doesn't need all the attention. (00:51)

Memorable clips from MMR's set-up at the Bruce Springteen show at Citizens Bank Park. (08:01)

Fans let their passion for the Philadelphia Eagles spill over, so a team that plummeted so badly last season has little margin for error in 2024. (1:12)

Why Nick Sirianni is the biggest question mark for the Eagles in 2024 (7:28)

Positional Analysis: Eagles Defensive Line (18:00)

Zach Berman of All PHLY: Nick Sirianni’s role as head coach, a new look on offense, and the fascinating backstory of Fletcher Cox (24:27)

Check out Zach's new book: The Franchise: Philadelphia Eagles: A Curated History of the Eagles

It's summertime, and you don't have too much to think about if you're a Philadelphia Flyers fan.

Change it up with a lookback on every captain since Eric Lindros, including clips from some of the most memorable moments in franchise history.

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The Philadelphia Phillies lost six straight series entering their three-game set at Dodger Stadium. Is it time to panic about their World Series chances?

Plus, an exclusive cut from the Fillmore, where Pierre Robert on 93.3 WMMR introduced the Struts for their Friday night show in Philadelphia.

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Matvei Michkov didn’t score any goals or win any Stanley Cups during his introductory press conference.
So what has Philadelphia Flyers fans so excited? 
Colin Newby thinks the buzz has more to do with the attitude Danny Briere has brought back to an organization that lost its identity and desperately needed some new life.

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