Apr 14, 2016 @AngeloCataldi_ @rheahughes. Angelo Cataldi is winding down his final year on the air with 94WIP and the Philadelphia Phillies wanted to show their appreciation. Angelos longevity has allowed him to establish a personal relationship with the listeners, and the group of colorful regulars who call in have only added to the shows personality and flow over the many years. Way to go Angelo! "For the last three decades, Angelo Cataldi set the standard for morning drive in Philadelphia and helped define the sports narrative of this great city," Rod Lakin said in a press release. Give me a damn seat on the competition committee already so I can be in that room and pound the table, Dan, he said Wednesday on The Dan Patrick Show. 97. And even though I never made radio my ultimate career, I did have a brief stint in it, an enjoyable experience that might never have been possible without what I gained from listening to Angelo. On Friday morning, the longtime broadcaster received a round of applause after he stepped out of the booth for the final time. What a sensible thing youre doing in retiring, Reid said in a prerecorded message shared on Twitter. Jon Johnson hosts the stations overnight show. Long-time WIP host and the dean of Philadelphia sports Angelo Cataldi is heading into retirement after a three-decade run.SJN. No one can pay tribute . Rhea Hughes is remaining with WIP, but may be moving to a different time slot. As for longtime faces on the show, Rhea Hughes . All Rights Reserved. Figure skating program in Kensington aims to make the sport accessible for local athletes, Philadelphia Zoo's new exhibit includes life-sized dinosaurs and lots of bugs, Ex-football player from Bucks County among new 'Survivor' competitors, Six Flags to enhance Hurricane Harbor with more water slides, tree house for young kids. The Proclamation thanks Cataldi for his many entertaining years as host, and acknowledges his regular appearances . I fact-checked this nine times, because I said This can not be real, Roberts said. The Minneapolis radio stations that have been the home to the University of Minnesota football and basketball teams will keep them for the foreseeable future. WFAN afternoon host Evan Roberts thought he was reading a story from sports satire site Ballsack Sports while perusing the report. Gail Cataldi's age seems to be between 50-60 years old. Cataldi, the lead host of 94.1 WIP's morning show, is retiring after a broadcast career spanning more than three decades. Early on, The Morning Show, Angelo's 5:30 to 10 a.m. weekday potpourri of attitude with sidekicks Al Morganti and Rhea Hughes, broke new ground. On Saturday, after the Eagles beat the New York Giants, 38-7, in their NFC Divisional Playoff Game, the Philadelphia head coach was asked about defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon. A website dedicated to the passion of the best sports fans and sports bettors in the world! Cataldi was a guest on Parkins & Spiegel on 670 The Score in Chicago on Friday, and Angelo said plans for him to make his exit around December 31 had changed. - NFL Draft 2023: Giants, Jets, Eagles upgrade offense in latest 1st-round mock, - 49ers star ready for cold and violent NFC Championship Game vs. Eagles, - Lakers LeBron James slams Eagles Jalen Hurts haters, calls QB special. Two days after Rod Lakin moved from Phoenix to Philadelphia last October to become brand manager at SportsRadio 94 WIP, Angelo Cataldi, the sports talk station's ratings and advertising anchor . Cataldi also mercilessly needled and ridiculed former Phillies manager Gabe Kapler. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. I alienated people. Jordan Bondurant is a features reporter for Barrett Sports Media. And thats a good thing for Cataldi. We'll miss you when you retire. You also no longer will hear from Ava Graham, the daughter of former WIP overnight host Big Daddy Graham, who is shifting from her on-air role to become the stations assistant brand manager. WIP's morning show, which Cataldi co-hosts withRhea Hughes and Al Morganti, remains atop the ratings in local sports radio. But it was published with him thinking he can be a standup comedian because Jane Fonda laughed at his jokes while filming 80 For Brady.. Cataldi, the lead host of 94.1 WIPs morning show, is retiring after a broadcast career spanning more than three decades. The final show open of Angelo Cataldi's career. Despite SportsRadio 94WIP's partnerships with the Eagles and Phillies, which gave Cataldi regular interviews with team personnel, the focus never wavered from delivering an entertaining show. Is that weird? Please see updates about COVID-19 information, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. proclaimed January, 27th 2003 as Angelo Cataldi Day on todays show at the Borgata. DARICK HALL GOES DEEP DISH AS PHILS AND TWINS TIE 4-4! "Joe and Jon, along with Rhea Hughes and the other talented members of the WIP morning show, will adhere to the standard that Angelo created and develop a connection with the Philadelphia sports . Angelo, as in Angelo Cataldi, the dean of the Philadelphia sports scene, who will retire following the Eagles playoff run. They are a somewhat reputable gossip site. Cataldi said that he. NEW COACH DUNPHY AND LA SALLE BIG DOGS TONIGHT AT CATS! But kidding aside, Cataldi has established a well-oiled machine and a forum for some of the top experts in the country to come on and give their views. Roberts then argued that Bradys history of appearing in movies is much different from doing standup comedy, but added hed still like to see the seven-time Super Bowl winner make the attempt, but for the wrong reasons. 00:00. I find myself irritated at times with this because I think it panders to the lowest common denominator, but I can see the appeal in hearing from such voices of the fan, even if I sometimes feel myself getting dumber by hearing it. Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters. D'Angelo Russell will miss a fourth straight game Friday against Minnesota because of his right ankle sprain, Russell told ESPN. So if the Eagles are eliminated sometime during the playoffs before the Super Bowl, that next week is my final week., Up or down, well see how it ends. he added. Cataldi thanked dozens of people who helped sustain the morning show's success over the years, from producers and interns to callers, co-hosts and contributors like Joe Conklin. This may be the right one. He invented modern sports-talk radio. He can be reached by email at bondurantmedia@gmail.com or follow him on Twitter @J__Bondurant. The new midday show will be led by former Eagle Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio. Happy trails Ang! According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, Cataldi has been critical of . But, by 1988, Cataldi had moved on from print to the radio airwaves to co-host "Brookie and the Rookie" with Tom Brookshier. Cataldi said that heexpects both Hughes and Morganti to remain on the program with his eventual replacement. Sometimes I have to hear some things about Jonathan Gannon, and I dont know if its you guys. We would stay in business. "I had no inkling of that. There is something thats so familiar about hearing Angelo and his crew in the AM, and nothing in Philly sports ever seems truly official until he has chimed in about it. Morganti became emotional when talking about his love for Philadelphia during Friday's show. All rights reserved (About Us). "The fact is, whether you agreed with me or not, you knew you were getting my honest opinion, unfettered by connections to teams, worrying about the reaction of players or anybody else," Cataldi told NBC10. Morganti will move to a weekend time slot and also will produce a Flyers podcast for WIP. He told Rich Eisen that he recently had a conversation with his wife saying that he needed a new crusade in life. And he hated me, too, Cataldi said, pointing to his coverage of the Flyers for The Inquirer. Cataldi was hoping to ride off into the sunset if the Eagles won Super Bowl LVII, he planned on hosting his last show the day of the Birds parade. Lets change the ruck rule, he said. Though Cataldi said he's feeling better, the Rhode Island native said that experience made him realize it was time to retire. Two voices you will no longer hear on WIPs morning show are Al Morganti and NBC Sports Philadelphia Flyers analyst Keith Jones. People in our city dont like change, Cataldi said. Angelo set the blueprint for connecting to and becoming one with an audience in a city you didnt grow up in. I am somebody that should be in that room.. Thats because it all hinges upon the playoff performance of the Philadelphia Eagles. 18:44. iHeart Minneapolis has been an outstanding partner, and were pleased to secure a multi-year extension with Greg and his team, knowing theyll continue to provide best-in-class opportunities for fans to follow the Gophers, Gopher Sports Properties VP/GM Greg Gerlach added. Now 30 years later, I finally get to be a TV critic.. I was wrong maybe more than I was right. Cataldi was inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame in 2012. KFAN+ will be the exclusive home of Minnesota womens hockey. And Sirianni had Gannons back. On Monday, Joe added another, 2/20/23, as the new voice of Philadelphia sports talk radio as the drive-time morning host at WIP-FM, taking over for the legendary Angelo Cataldi. The story behind Cataldi's emergence as the loudmouthed, irrepressible personality who became the dominant voice [] And Sirianni is OK with that. Another huge group loves him. That's just from a sampling off off-the-record talks . Pretty impressive too. Cataldi said he planned to retire at the end of 2021 when his current contract with WIP expired, but the longtime host explained that he "will work one additional year as a sense of thanks to the people who have run this radio station and have been so good to me. Joe DeCamara and Mike Golic (we think senior) are the hot names that keep coming up in discussion. A post shared by 94WIP (@sportsradio94wip). Lou Merloni: I Am Not Worried At All Mike Mutnansky Lands On His Feet, Howard Stern Thinks Its Funny Chris Russo Wont Promote Tom Bradys Show, Broadcasters & Networks Need Time To Get Used To Pitch Clocks, Gordy Rush Ready to Learn and Share at the 2023 BSM Summit, I fact-checked this nine times, because I said This can not be real.. A report from Radar Online claims the reason Tom Brady wont begin his television duties with FOX Sports until 2024 is due to his desire to launch a career in standup comedy. Likewise. Add Pat's RSS feed to your feed reader If you missed Cataldi's last broadcast, you can hear the full show below. I like to think that he doesnt want to disappoint the many loyal fans that have made him such a big success. They also have their favorite bets for today, with Lucy and Kate on the NBA and Rick on college basketball and also with some tips on. The Phillies asked Cataldi to throw out the first pitch ahead of their Sunday game with the Chicago Cubs. Tune in today for your chance to win "Happy Endings". Jon Johnson hosts the stations overnight show. The broadcast was . I am somebody that should be in that room, Eisen answered. The main story we focused on today was RADIO WARS, specifically the Angelo Cataldi replacement effort at 94 WIP, which should be finalized in July. Goodbye.'. In retirement, Cataldi plans to write a memoir. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. Angelo talks with Phillies Gabe Kapler and they reflect on this year's season.Subscribe to stay updated on the newest content from SportsRadio 94 WIP!http://. The 70-year-old said that an inability to function, sleep and think clearly forced him to step away from WIP's morning show for several weeks in May. Edmundo Sosa will play second, Josh Harrison will play third, and Scott Kingery will play short. And as the 71-year-old gets set to retire this December, he reflected on his career with Bryan . iHeartMedia Minneapolis is proud to continue our partnership with Gopher Athletics and Learfield through the 2026-27 athletic season, said Greg Alexander, iHeartMedias market president in Minneapolis, said in a press release. For Joe DeCamara, one of those dates is 10/8/83, the day his father died suddenly of a heart attack at the age of 44. The Phillies asked Cataldi to throw out the first pitch ahead of their Sunday game with the Chicago Cubs. But on Friday, he took a page from the book of the many notable figures he's roasted over the years. "I know what I said on Saturday . Cataldi details depression, regrets, demanding personality in quest for radio greatness. At 71, Cataldi, a former Inquirer reporter, has long been one of the most dominant radio voices in the city. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); By Jerry Wein La Salle and Villanova tip off the 2022-23 season tonight at Finneran Pavilion in an early Big 5 test for new Explorers coach Fran, Is Tj Mcconnell is the clutchest player in the history of the NBA? Cataldi laughed. @WIPMorningShow. Let me represent those fifty people in the bar. Cataldi's ruthlessness toward the teams he covered was admittedly by design. I want you to get on me, is what I want you to do, too. From 'Heat Check' (subscribe here), On this episode of The Heat Check, Trysta recaps the good, the bad, and the unnecessarily boring from NBA All-Star Weekend 2023. LOST IN THE BRONX: PHILS BLOW 2 CHANCES TO CATCH THE METS! It came from a gossip site that said Tom Brady is pushing back the start of his TV career until the fall of 2024 because Tom Brady wants to begin a career in standup comedythis is Radar Online. But for now, Angelo motors on. Angelo Cataldi Retweeted. ARCHIVE: Angelo Cataldi And The Morning Team. Eisen listed gripes that included roughing the passer calls not being reviewable and turnovers caused by fumbling the ball in the endzone. The Philadelphia Phillies take the field today at 1:05 in their fourth spring training game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Angelo throws out the first pitch. Eisen listed gripes that included roughing the passer calls not being reviewable and turnovers caused by fumbling the ball in the endzone. News never stops. Jordan also contributes occasional coverage of the Washington Capitals for the blog NoVa Caps. "How they felt about us never mattered. We would grow in audience. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. NBC10s Matt DeLucia was there Thursday as Cadaldi received his award as the inaugural member of the WIP Hall Of Fame. We appreciate you and all your contributions, not only in the City of Philadelphia, but here in the great City of Atlantic City, Mayor Small told Cataldi. They're not interested in reality or facts . Beginning Monday, the new WIP morning show will be taken over by Jon Ritchie and Joe DeCamara. Cataldi had hoped it would end with another parade down Broad Street, but the Eagles came up short in Super Bowl LVII, losing 38-35 to the Kansas City Chiefs. I realize thats extremely roundabout, but its a fun talking point for me nonetheless. You tell me. She served as the host for four years between 2011 and 2015. Angelo Cataldi, one of Philadelphia's most iconic sports talk radio . But then if they hear it and like it, they come around. Gail Cataldi's Age And Kids. We got 33 years, which is an eternity in radio. On Monday, Sirianni made his regularly-scheduled appearance on Cataldis show. WHY JOHNSON AND DESAI ARE EAGLES COORDINATOR UPGRADES! Angelo Cataldi. "He came on everyday, he worked hard and he told his honest truth about what he saw," Cataldi told NBC10. Thatll be my last day the day of the parade.. The report from the gossip site also claims Bradys push into standup comedy is a ploy to get his family back. As for me personally, Ive been listening to Angelo on an almost daily basis for over 20 years, at least on the days when he actually works and isnt down the shore, having a medical procedure or is otherwise not in on a certain day. His unprecedented run as Philadelphias highest-rated sports talker was preceded by six years as a sports writer at The Inquirer, where his coverage of Buddy Ryans Eagles was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize in 1987. Lots of Philly sports fans hate him. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. It was a GOOD podcast, because like Angelo's recent appearance on The Press Box with Bryan Curtis, he turned off the shtick and spoke like a normal human being. Legend. Each week Jake and Zubes take an irreverent look at the sports world in a discussion filled with all the humorous overreaction one might come to expect from passionate sports fans. Im reading this again, and its on Radar Online! Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie will move from their current midday slot to the highly . Former WFAN reporter Sweety Murti: Angelo Cataldis farewell on @WIPMorningShow was phenomenal! Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie will take over for longtime 94WIP morning show host Angelo Cataldi following his retirement. And then in other ways, its like youre at your eulogy at your own funeral, Cataldi said. Morganti signed a new five-year deal with WIP to host an unspecified weekend shift and a new podcast centered on the Flyers. He has earned the right to hang up his microphone whenever he so chooses, and maybe some will be grateful to see him go. Please consider supporting us with a subscription. By Dave Uram, KYW Newsradio. Have a news tip? WIP Morning Show. "I gave my honest opinion, Cataldi said of his long tenure talking Philly sports on 94.1 WIP. Rich Eisen is widely regarded as the face of NFL Network, but he wants his involvement with the league to run deeper. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). the former Eagles star turned iconic broadcaster, including Eagles executive vice president Howie Roseman, about former Phillies general manager Matt Klentak, Andrew McCutchens season-ending injury in 2019, Morganti signed a new five-year deal with WIP, You also no longer will hear from Ava Graham, featuring current evening host Joe Giglio and former Eagles Pro Bowler Hugh Douglas. His unprecedented run as Philadelphia's highest-rated sports talker was preceded by six years as a sports writer at The Inquirer, where his coverage of Buddy Ryan's Eagles was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize in 1987. he does a great impersonation of Rob Gronkowski, and hes got a really over-the-top Boston accent that he can also do. 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