Mid-Days With Bob Cooney

We go to the Phones to get your thoughts about who the Sixers should target

We get back to some of Morey’s comments from the other day and reflect on the playoffs and the moves that were made to try to help them in the playoffs

We round out the show with who we expect will be back on this Sixers team and our expectations for the offseason.

Tom McCarthy from the Phillies joins the show to talk about their hot start

We have the winner of the Broad Street Run Kevin McDonnell on to talk about his mindset as an athlete.

We continue to look around the NBA and see what could be possible fits for the Sixers in FA

We have the winner of the Broad Street Run Kevin McDonnell on to talk about his mindset as an athlete.

The Phillies are rolling right now winning series left and right. But we ran into one hiccup with Trea Turner hitting the IL with a hamstring injury.

We get back into some of Morey’s comments and what we should look forward to this offseason.

Who besides Embiid and Maxey would you want back on this team?

Bob Cooney, Amy Fadool, and Ray Dunne are in today and they start the show looking at the front page and give the news around the local Philly sport scene.

Bob dives into some cuts from Sixers GM Daryl Morey’s press conference about what they plan for the offseason.

What is your stance on the Sixers offseason? Do you want best FIT or best Player available for this team?

Bob is joined by Amy Fadool and Ray Dunne as they open the show with the “front page” stories of the day. Daryl Morey, Sixers president of basketball operations, speaks to the media today. Bob talks about what needs to be addressed and if  you can trust Daryl. How do the Sixers compare to the teams from the East that are left in the NBA playoffs? Phillies have the best record in baseball, winning five straight!

What do you need Daryl Morey to do this offseason, where are you looking? What has prevented the Sixers from reaching expectations over the 5,6 years? Bob and Amy go to the phones and discuss their own answers.

The phone calls continue, Ray also reads text messages of what people want to see from Daryl Morey and the Sixers this offseason.

What players from this seasons Sixers roster would you like to see back on next years roster? Joel Embiid is the only player with a guaranteed contract. The Phillies have the best record in baseball! Bob and Amy react to their weekend wins over the Giants.

Bob gives stats and positions of players with no names to Amy to hear whether she would be interested in seeing them in a Sixers uniform. The phone calls continue as callers share who they would like Morey to go after.

The Sixers conversation continues, Bob and Amy continue to go over players they would be interested in before she departs the show.

It’s Bob and Ray for the rest of the show. If you were in Daryl Morey’s shoes, what would you do this offseason? Plus, Bryson Stott is at shortstop, Whit Merrifield is at 2nd due to Trea Turner’s injury. What if Stott’s defense is better than Trea?

The Phillies conversation continues, line up discussions and what they think we will see the most during Trea Turner’s time on the injured list. Ray shares texts about what people would do if they are Daryl Morey.

Tom Brady had a “roasting” comedy special on Netflix, Bob and Ray talk about which Philly athletes would be able to do it or withstand it.

Bob and Ray discuss Sixers as they wait for Daryl Morey to speak to the media, which they will be carrying live.

Bob reacts to the presser as Amy Fadool joins back to finish out the show.

Bob and Ray discuss Sixers as they wait for Daryl Morey to speak to the media, which they will be carrying live.

Bob reacts to the presser as Amy Fadool joins back to finish out the show.

It’s Bob and Ray for the rest of the show. If you were in Daryl Morey’s shoes, what would you do this offseason? Plus, Bryson Stott is at shortstop, Whit Merrifield is at 2nd due to Trea Turner’s injury. What if Stott’s defense is better than Trea?

The Phillies conversation continues, line up discussions and what they think we will see the most during Trea Turner’s time on the injured list. Ray shares texts about what people would do if they are Daryl Morey.

Tom Brady had a “roasting” comedy special on Netflix, Bob and Ray talk about which Philly athletes would be able to do it or withstand it.

(0:00-20:47) What players from this seasons Sixers roster would you like to see back on next years roster? Joel Embiid is the only player with a guaranteed contract. The Phillies have the best record in baseball! Bob and Amy react to their weekend wins over the Giants.

(21:02-34:33) Bob gives stats and positions of players with no names to Amy to hear whether she would be interested in seeing them in a Sixers uniform. The phone calls continue as callers share who they would like Morey to go after.

(34:47-42:34) The Sixers conversation continues, Bob and Amy continue to go over players they would be interested in before she departs the show.

(0:00-21:02) Bob is joined by Amy Fadool and Ray Dunne as they open the show with the “front page” stories of the day. Daryl Morey, Sixers president of basketball operations, speaks to the media today. Bob talks about what needs to be addressed and if  you can trust Daryl. How do the Sixers compare to the teams from the East that are left in the NBA playoffs? Phillies have the best record in baseball, winning five straight!

(21:16-32:47) What do you need Daryl Morey to do this offseason, where are you looking? What has prevented the Sixers from reaching expectations over the 5,6 years? Bob and Amy go to the phones and discuss their own answers.

(33:01-41:33) The phone calls continue and Ray also reads text messages of what people want to see from Daryl Morey and the Sixers this offseason.

(00:00-19:58) It was a tough one last night. Bob commends the fight from the Sixers and can't help but wonder how the series would look if the Sixers was healthy. Bill Colarulo joins Bob today and voices his strong displeasure of Josh Hart. The Tobias Harris performance was icing on the cake to end his contract.
 (20:12-34:19) Did the 76ers take a step forward in this series loss? The show questions why Buddy Hield didn't see the floor in the 3rd quarter. How was Nick Nurse in this series?
(34:33-41:49) Callers get the loss off their chest, Bob & Bill touch on non-Embiid minutes.

(41:55-1:03:51) How does this season stack up against previous disappointments? The age old debate, did Embiid have enough help offensively?
(1:04:05-1:17:50) Bob & Bill dive deeper into the non-Embiid minutes. Jalen Brunson baiting officials into calling fouls was infuriating. 
(1:17:56-1:25:14) Some fans blame Embiid, others come to his defense.
(1:25:20-1:43:59) Keith Pompey joins Bob Cooney to review the 76ers' series. Pompey weighs in on Buddy Hield's usage or lack thereof, why Maxey doesn't get the same calls as Jalen Brunson, and how Tobias Harris will be remembered as a 76er.
(1:44:14-1:57:35) Bob & Bill react to Pompey and break down the Tobias Harris experience. Callers continue to weigh in and more question Embiid’s ability to rise up in the playoffs.
(1:57:43-2:05:28) Ray weighs in on revisionist history in terms of the trade deadline. Bob says Joel Embiid took a step forward in this series.
(2:05:34-2:24:38) A positive out of this series is the Knicks/Sixers rivalry is fully back. The Midday show looks ahead, who’s next for the Sixers and is it Paul Georg or bust?
(2:24:52-2:40:00) Ray takes us through the last week report and reviews everyone’s goofs over the last week. Callers throw names out there for future free agency.
(2:40:06-2:46:26) Bob grills Ray about his weekend.

(00:00-19:09) A positive out of this series is the Knicks/Sixers rivalry is fully back. The Midday show looks ahead, who’s next for the Sixers and is it Paul Georg or bust?
(19:24-34:31) Ray takes us through the last week report and reviews everyone’s goofs over the last week. Callers throw names out there for future free agency.
(34:46-41:06) Bob grills Ray about his weekend.

(00:00-18:45) Keith Pompey joins Bob Cooney to review the 76ers' series. Pompey weighs in on Buddy Hield's usage or lack thereof, why Maxey doesn't get the same calls as Jalen Brunson, and how Tobias Harris will be remembered as a 76er.
(18:59-32:22) Bob & Bill react to Pompey and break down the Tobias Harris experience. Callers continue to weigh in and more question Embiid’s ability to rise up in the playoffs.
(32:36-40:21) Ray weighs in on revisionist history in terms of the trade deadline. Bob says Joel Embiid took a step forward in this series.

Keith Pompey joins Bob Cooney to review the 76ers' series. Pompey weighs in on Buddy Hield's usage or lack thereof, why Maxey doesn't get the same calls as Jalen Brunson, and how Tobias Harris will be remembered as a 76er.

(00:00-22:01) How does this season stack up against previous disappointments? The age old debate, did Embiid have enough help offensively?

(22:16-36:00) Bob & Bill dive deeper into the non-Embiid minutes. Jalen Brunson baiting officials into calling fouls was infuriating. 

(36:15-43:32) Some fans blame Embiid, others come to his defense.

(00:00-19:58) It was a tough one last night. Bob commends the fight from the Sixers and can't help but wonder how the series would look if the Sixers was healthy. Bill Colarulo joins Bob today and voices his strong displeasure of Josh Hart. The Tobias Harris performance was icing on the cake to end his contract.

 (20:12-34:19) Did the 76ers take a step forward in this series loss? The show questions why Buddy Hield didn't see the floor in the 3rd quarter. How was Nick Nurse in this series?

(34:33-41:49) Callers get the loss off their chest, Bob & Bill touch on non-Embiid minutes.

(0:00 – 19:49) Bob Cooney, Bill Colarulo , and Ray Dunne are in today and they look around the sports world to see what’s going on. And we prep for Sixers vs Knicks Game 6.

(20:01 – 35:29) We Prep for Sixers vs Knicks. Who needs to step up tonight for the Sixers

(35:80 - 44:36 ) What role players need to step up Thursday night?

(44:51 – 1:03:20 ) What kind of game do we need from Joel Embiid tonight

(1:03:35 – 1:18:20) Other than Embiid what are some keys to a game 6 victory

(1:18:35 – 1:26:11) Phillies continue to roll. Can we expect them to keep up this hot start.

(1:26:27 – 1:46:09 ) Why doesn’t Joel Embiid get the love for battling through all the injuries?

(1:46:23 – 2:00:48) Who is the pressure on more, the Knicks or the Sixers?

(2:01:03 – 2:07:08) Does Nick Nurse need to dive deeper into his bench?

(2:07:22 – 2:27:40) Alaa Abdelnaby joins the show to preview Game 6.

(2:27:54 – 2:40:21) How can the Sixers slow down Jalen Brunson

(2:40:56 - 2:47:00) We wrap the show with our expectations after the final horn

Alaa Abdelnaby joins the show to preview Game 6.

How can the Sixers slow down Jalen Brunson

We wrap the show with our expectations after the final horn

Alaa Abdelnaby joins the show to preview Game 6. 

Why doesn’t Joel Embiid get the love for battling through all the injuries?

 Who is the pressure on more, the Knicks or the Sixers?

 Does Nick Nurse need to dive deeper into his bench?

What kind of game do we need from Joel Embiid tonight

Other than Embiid what are some keys to a game 6 victory

Phillies continue to roll. Can we expect them to keep up this hot start.

Bob Cooney, Bill Colarulo, and Ray Dunne are in today and they look around the sports world to see what’s going on. And we prep for Sixers vs Knicks Game 6.

We Prep for Sixers vs Knicks. Who needs to step up tonight for the Sixers

What role players need to step up Thursday night?

The Sixers Have Two Batman’s?

(0:00 – 21:30) Bob Cooney, Amy Fadol and Ray Dunne are in to react to a huge game 5 victory for the 76ers.

(21:44 – 35:33) What should we expect from Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey heading into Game 6?

(35:47 – 43:42) We hit the phone lines to get your reactions to the Sixers win

(43:57 – 1:05:21) What other clutch performances have we’ve seen like Tyrese Maxey’s last night?

(1:05:35 – 1:18:40) Can the Sixers finally turn a corner?

(1:18:55 – 1:27:00) We transition into what the Sixers need to change or continue to do to get another win in Game 6.

(1:27:40 – 1:46:20) Are you confident heading into Game 6?

(1:46:35 – 1:59:43) Joel Embiid had a triple double last night but some people are still disappointed in his performance. Bob and Amy talk about how special he is and how we hold him to a high standard

(1:59:58 – 2:06:29) We hit the phone lines to get your thoughts on what the Sixers need to do to pull out this series

(2:06:70 - 2:26:01) Tom McGinnis joins the show to breakdown this Sixers vs Knicks series.  Miracle at Madison

(2:26:79 - 2:39:01) Can the Sixers keep overcoming injuries and illnesses?  

(2:40:02 -  2:48:00) We round out the show with out expectations for Game 6

Tom McGinnis joins the show to breakdown this Sixers vs Knicks series.  Miracle at Madison

Can the Sixers keep overcoming injuries and illnesses?  

We round out the show with out expectations for Game 6

Tom McGinnis joins the show to breakdown this Sixers vs Knicks series.  

Are you confident heading into Game 6?

Joel Embiid had a triple double last night but some people are still disappointed in his performance. Bob and Amy talk about how special he is and how we hold him to a high standard

We hit the phone lines to get your thoughts on what the Sixers need to do to pull out this series

What other clutch performances have we’ve seen like Tyrese Maxey’s last night?

 Can the Sixers finally turn a corner?

 We transition into what the Sixers need to change or continue to do to get another win in Game 6.

Bob Cooney, Amy Fadol and Ray Dunne are in to react to a huge game 5 victory for the 76ers.

What should we expect from Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey heading into Game 6?

We hit the phone lines to get your reactions to the Sixers win

(00:00-22:14) Amy Fadool is on with Bob Cooney and they’re asking if the Sixers can out-effort the Knicks after going down 3-1. Then breaking news, Joel Embiid is QUESTIONABLE with a migraine!

(22:35-34:29) Bob keeps bringing up how close these games have been, but Amy says it’s always felt like the Knicks have been in control. The main reason for that? Effort.

(34:44-42:01) The team discusses Nick Nurse’s role in this series

(42:01-1:01:09) We’ll learn a lot about the Sixers’ personnel tonight, who will show up and who will turtle? Bob asks what fans want to see in game 5.

(1:01:23-1:15:07) The word apathy is being thrown around surrounding the Sixers game 5. Why have the Sixers continuously squandered early leads?

(1:15:13- 1:24:11) Who likes short shorts? Bob likes short shorts, see-through short shorts! Amy lays out her blueprint for a Sixers win.

(1:24:17-1:44:43) Amy is anti-red jerseys for the Sixers. The Sixers have to take advantage of the Knicks’ lack of depth, especially in the frontcourt.  Bob flips his question, what can the Sixers NOT do tonight?

(1:44:57 -1:57:56)  Tyrone hops on to weigh in on Joel Embiid shouldering the load. Nick Nurse comes into question. The fan discrepancy is unfortunate, but fans aren’t all to blame.

(1:58:02-2:03:35) Ricky Bottalico is better off pitching than hitting. 

(2:03:41-2:11:12)  A little jersey talk, a reset on the Sixers’ injury report, and Euro John checks in.

(2:11:26-2:26:55)  Bob says the Sixers NEED to score 60 in the first half, the Knicks have controlled the pace in this series. The team discusses adjustments and Bob’s old age.

(2:27:01-2:43:04) A confident Tyrese Maxey is imperative for a game 5 win. Jalen Brunson will certainly be confident, do the Sixers change how they defend him? Expect the Knicks to frustrate Embiid early.

(00:00-7:36)  A little jersey talk, a reset on the Sixers’ injury report, and Euro John checks in.

(7:50-23:19)  Bob says the Sixers NEED to score 60 in the first half, the Knicks have controlled the pace in this series. The team discusses adjustments and Bob’s old age.

(23:34-39:36) A confident Tyrese Maxey is imperative for a game 5 win. Jalen Brunson will certainly be confident, do the Sixers change how they defend him? Expect the Knicks to frustrate Embiid early.

(00:00-20:31) Amy is anti-red jerseys for the Sixers. The Sixers have to take advantage of the Knicks’ lack of depth, especially in the frontcourt.  Bob flips his question, what can the Sixers NOT do tonight?

(20:46-33:44)  Tyrone hops on to weigh in on Joel Embiid shouldering the load. Nick Nurse comes into question. The fan discrepancy is unfortunate, but fans aren’t all to blame.

(33:58-39:31) Ricky Bottalico is better off pitching than hitting. 

(00:00-19:16) We’ll learn a lot about the Sixers’ personnel tonight, who will show up and who will turtle? Bob asks what fans want to see in game 5.

(19:30-33:13) The word apathy is being thrown around surrounding the Sixers game 5. Why have the Sixers continuously squandered early leads?

(33:28- 42:26) Who likes short shorts? Bob likes short shorts, see-through short shorts! Amy lays out her blueprint for a Sixers win.

(00:00-22:14) Amy Fadool is on with Bob Cooney and they’re asking if the Sixers can out-effort the Knicks after going down 3-1. Then breaking news, Joel Embiid is QUESTIONABLE with a migraine!

(22:35-34:29) Bob keeps bringing up how close these games have been, but Amy says it’s always felt like the Knicks have been in control. The main reason for that? Effort.

(34:44-42:01) The team discusses Nick Nurse’s role in this series

Bob Cooney is joined by Amy Fadool and Ray Dunne as he shares all of the things that went wrong for the Sixers following their loss and going down now 3-1 in their series with the Knicks.

Bob and Amy talk about Joel Embiid’s fourth quarter performance and break down stats from yesterday’s game.  They open up the phone lines to hear from fans and their opinions.

The calls continue as Bob and Amy continue their discussion of what makes a winning organization and why the Sixers don’t have one.

There were quite a few miscues between the Sixers during series, especially yesterday. Bob and Amy also talk about their failure to rebound and the small ball lineup.

Bob goes to the phones to hear from all the fans that are calling in to share their frustrations.

The show continues with sharing some positives from the weekend, those being the Phillies and the NFL draft. The phone calls continue.

Bob and Amy break down the fourth quarter and go through the plays that stood out to them. They also compare the Sixers and Knicks organizations as a whole.

The Sixers failed to take advantage of Jalen Brunson on the bench and it sums up the series. The Sixers had opportunities they failed to take advantage of.

The phone lines light up as Bob goes to hear more from the frustrated Sixers games.

Game 4 was the game that the Sixers actually lost, it felt like. Callers share their answers for what the most frustrating part of yesterday’s game was.

The phone calls continue. Knicks fans were too comfortable overpowering the Wells Fargo Center.

The show wraps up with Bob and Amy giving their final thoughts on game 4.

(0:00-20:17) Game 4 was the game that the Sixers actually lost, it felt like. Callers share their answers for what the most frustrating part of yesterday’s game was.

(20:31-35:34) The phone calls continue. Knicks fans were too comfortable overpowering the Wells Fargo Center.

(35:49-39:26) The show wraps up with Bob and Amy giving their final thoughts on game 4. 

(0:00-19:47) Bob and Amy break down the fourth quarter and go through the plays that stood out to them. They also compare the Sixers and Knicks organizations as a whole.

(20:01-32:08) The Sixers failed to take advantage of Jalen Brunson on the bench and it sums up the series. The Sixers had opportunities they failed to take advantage of.

(32:23-40:06) The phone lines light up as Bob goes to hear more from the frustrated Sixers games.

(0:00-20:31) There were quite a few miscues between the Sixers during series, especially yesterday. Bob and Amy also talk about their failure to rebound and the small ball lineup.

(20:45-35:48) Bob goes to the phones to hear from all the fans that are calling in to share their frustrations.

(35:52-44:48) The show continues with sharing some positives from the weekend, those being the Phillies and the NFL draft. The phone calls continue.

(0:00-19:07) Bob Cooney is joined by Amy Fadool and Ray Dunne as he shares all of the things that went wrong for the Sixers following their loss and going down now 3-1 in their series with the Knicks.

(19:21-34:17) Bob and Amy talk about Joel Embiid’s fourth quarter performance and break down stats from yesterday’s game.  They open up the phone lines to hear from fans and their opinions.

(34:32-41:11) The calls continue as Bob and Amy continue their discussion of what makes a winning organization and why the Sixers don’t have one.

(0:00 – 19:47) Bob Cooney, Bill Colarulo, and Tom Alvord are in and breakdown the crazy day in Philadelphia Sports yesterday.

(20:01 – 34:29) Joel Embiid is truly something special. The guys reflect on him dominating while battling through injuries.

(34:43 – 42:42) Where should the Eagles go in the 2nd rd of the NFL Draft?

(42:57 – 1:03:05) How do the Sixers continue to improve as they look to even up the series?

(1:03:20 – 1:16:35) We go to the phones and get your reactions to Embiid’s 50 point night

(1:16:50 – 1:26:37) What are the biggest need for the Eagles as we head into the 2nd and 3rd rounds

(1:26:52 – 1:44:22) How do you feel about the physical nature of this Sixers vs Knicks

(1:44:36 – 1:57:17) The Phillies have been rolling lately and all has to do with how great the Phillies starting pitching has been.

(1:57:31 – 203:37) The Knicks bench players returned to earth a little bit last night. Can the Sixers role players continue to improve through the series?

(2:03:52 – 2:24:05) We dive into some of Nick Nurse’s post games comments after a Game 2 win .  

(2:24:19 – 2:36:38) We hit the text lines for move reactions about yesterday in Philly sport

(2:37:00 – 2:43:23) We finish up the show with our expectations for the weekend.

We dive into some of Nick Nurse’s post games comments after a Game 2 win .  

We hit the text lines for move reactions about yesterday in Philly sport

We finish up the show with our expectations for the weekend

How do you feel about the physical nature of this Sixers vs Knicks

The Phillies have been rolling lately and all has to do with how great the Phillies starting pitching has been.

The Knicks bench players returned to earth a little bit last night. Can the Sixers role players continue to improve through the series?

How do the Sixers continue to improve as they look to even up the series?

We go to the phones and get your reactions to Embiid’s 50 point night

What are the biggest need for the Eagles as we head into the 2nd and 3rd rounds

Bob Cooney, Bill Colarulo, and Tom Alvord are in and breakdown the crazy day in Philadelphia Sports yesterday.

Joel Embiid is truly something special. The guys reflect on him dominating while battling through injuries.

Where should the Eagles go in the 2nd rd of the NFL Draft?

(00:00-19:09) Bob’s talked with his NBA inside circle and most of them believe this series will be 2-2 heading back to New York. 

(19:24-33:56) DeAnthony Melton looks like he’ll be back, do we believe it and how much does he help? Bob calls upon Buddy Hield to light a spark for a 2nd unit that’s been lifeless.

(34:10-41:27) Quickly Bob & Amy discuss the NFL draft, what they want the Eagles to do and what the Eagles will do.

(41:34-1:02:01) Amy harkens back to Joel Embiid’s postgame comments and his confidence that the Sixers will win the series. Bob poses a prompt for everyone calling in: You need to see ___ from ____ in game 3.

(1:02:15-1:14:14) Callers weigh in to answer Bob’s prompt, Tobias Harris, bench scoring, and toughness are common themes. Bob does not subscribe to the idea that playing great defense is an excuse for not scoring on offense.

(1:14:20-1:22:36) Are the 76ers actually the better team in this series?

(1:22:42-1:42:44) Alaa Abdelnaby joins the show! Alaa Abdelnaby joins Bob Cooney and Amy Fadool to prepare for the 76ers' must-win game 3.  Alaa reviews the crazy ending of game 2 and gives a surprising answer! Then looking ahead to game 3, Alaa weighs in on Joel Embiid's motivation, what a healthy DeAnthony Melton brings to the table, and who Alaa needs to see step up in tonight's game.

(1:42:59-1:54:43) A caller asks for more from Embiid, Bob reviews Joel’s playoff shortcomings but  the midday show agrees that fans shouldn’t question Embiid’s leadership. Ray HATES Tom Thibodeau.

(1:54:57-2:00:37)We hear from the text line, Ray has another rant, and can this team rebound for 48 minutes!

(2:00:35-2:21:57) NFL Draft talk, Bob & Amy share who they want the Eagles to pick with emphasis on cornerback and contingency plans whether the Birds trade up or stay at 22.

(2:22:12-2:32:44) Ray plays back the week in review highlighting slips of the tongue and the funniest moments of the past week.

(2:32:50-2:40:40) Bob & Amy go on the record and give their predictions for game 3.

(00:00-21:28) NFL Draft talk, Bob & Amy share who they want the Eagles to pick with emphasis on cornerback and contingency plans whether the Birds trade up or stay at 22.

(21:42-32:14) Ray plays back the week in review highlighting slips of the tongue and the funniest moments of the past week.

(32:29-40:19) Bob & Amy go on the record and give their predictions for game 3.

(00:00-20:08) Alaa Abdelnaby joins the show! Alaa Abdelnaby joins Bob Cooney and Amy Fadool to prepare for the 76ers' must-win game 3.  Alaa reviews the crazy ending of game 2 and gives a surprising answer! Then looking ahead to game 3, Alaa weighs in on Joel Embiid's motivation, what a healthy DeAnthony Melton brings to the table, and who Alaa needs to see step up in tonight's game.

(20:22-32:06) A caller asks for more from Embiid, Bob reviews Joel’s playoff shortcomings but  the midday show agrees that fans shouldn’t question Embiid’s leadership. Ray HATES Tom Thibodeau.

(32:20-38:01)We hear from the text line, Ray has another rant, and can this team rebound for 48 minutes!

Alaa Abdelnaby joins Bob Cooney and Amy Fadool to prepare for the 76ers' must-win game 3.  Alaa reviews the crazy ending of game 2 and gives a surprising answer! Then looking ahead to game 3, Alaa weighs in on Joel Embiid's motivation, what a healthy DeAnthony Melton brings to the table, and who Alaa needs to see step up in tonight's game.

(00:00-20:33) Amy harkens back to Joel Embiid’s postgame comments and his confidence that the Sixers will win the series. Bob poses a prompt for everyone calling in: You need to see ___ from ____ in game 3.

(20:47-32:45) Callers weigh in to answer Bob’s prompt, Tobias Harris, bench scoring, and toughness are common themes. Bob does not subscribe to the idea that playing great defense is an excuse for not scoring on offense.

(33:00-41:16) Are the 76ers actually the better team in this series?

(00:00-19:09) Bob’s talked with his NBA inside circle and most of them believe this series will be 2-2 heading back to New York. 

(19:24-33:56) DeAnthony Melton looks like he’ll be back, do we believe it and how much does he help? Bob calls upon Buddy Hield to light a spark for a 2nd unit that’s been lifeless.

(34:10-41:27) Quickly Bob & Amy discuss the NFL draft, what they want the Eagles to do and what the Eagles will do.

(0:00 – 19:33 ) Bob Cooney is in with Bill Colarulo and Ray Dunne. Bob opens the newspaper and gives us all the news around the sports world.

(19:47 -32:35) The Sixers vs the Knicks game 2 came down to a brutal ending. Bob and Bill take about how some of the postgame remarks by the Sixers can give you some hope moving forward in the series.

(32:49 – 40:46) We go to the phones and get your reactions to Game 2 and the NFL Draft

(41:01 – 1:01:41) What do you make of Joel Embiid’s play so far? Who needs to step up around him?

(1:01:55 – 1:14:48) How can we move on after Game 2?

(1:15:03 – 1:23:20) Lions WR Amon-Ra St Brown re-sets the market for WRs as he gets a huge extension with the Lions. Did the Eagles get a steal with Devonta Smiths new deal?

(1:23:34 – 1:42:44) What adjustments can the Sixers do to try to turn this series around?

(1:42:59 – 1:54:10) De’Anthony Melton practiced today for the Sixers. If he is healthy enough to play should that change the Sixers lineup?

(1:54:24 – 2:01:30) We go through our adjustments for Game 3

(2:01:44 – 2:21:22) Matt Breen joins the show to talk all things Philly sports.

(2:21:36 – 2:33:58) The Knicks HC Tom Thibodeau had some remarks about the Ref L2 report following their practice today and we react.

(2:34:12 -  2:41:00) We round out the shows with expectations going forward

Matt Breen joins the show to talk all things Philly sports.

The Knicks HC Tom Thibodeau had some remarks about the Ref L2 report following their practice today and we react.

We round out the shows with expectations going forward

Matt Breen joins the show to talk all things Philly sports. 

What adjustments can the Sixers do to try to turn this series around?

Where should the Eagles go with their first-round pick in the NFL Draft

De’Anthony Melton practiced today for the Sixers. If he is healthy enough to play should that change the Sixers lineup?

What do you make of Joel Embiid’s play so far? Who needs to step up around him?

How can we move on after Game 2?

Lions WR Amon-Ra St Brown re-sets the market for WRs as he gets a huge extension with the Lions. Did the Eagles get a steal with Devonta Smiths new deal?

Bob Cooney is in with Bill Colarulo and Ray Dunne. Bob opens the newspaper and gives us all the news around the sports world.

The Sixers vs the Knicks game 2 came down to a brutal ending. Bob and Bill take about how some of the postgame remarks by the Sixers can give you some hope moving forward in the series.

We go to the phones and get your reactions to Game 2 and the NFL Draft

(00:00-20:34) Instant reactions from a fiasco of a loss with Amy Fadool.  Bob recognizes the officials could have been better, but the loss falls on the Sixers for a myriad of late game errors.

(20:48-33:31) Bob breaks down X’s and O’s of the game and finds some positivity in terms of Embiid’s health. All-in-all, the Sixers made a lot of good adjustments aside from the final minute.

(33:46- 42:27) Callers voice their frustration and Bob explains what the Sixers should have done differently in the last couple sequences.

(42:26-1:00:43) The show reviews individual performances from last night's game, once again the role players come up small. What is up with Buddy Hield?

(1:00:57-1:14:44) It seems like this happens year after year, has this become contagious? What will be the lasting image from the game 2 loss.

(1:14:49-1:22:39) Can the Sixers pull it together by Thursday? Callers believe the NBA is fixed and Bob vehemently disagrees.

(1:22:45-1:40:26) Bob calls into question the Sixers gameplan to stop Brunson. Callers question Embiid, but the midday show all sides with the Big Fella.

(1:40:40-1:53:50) More discussion surrounding officiating and the lack of timeout during the consequential inbound. Is it appropriate to blame Tobias still?

(1:53:56-2:00:24) Bob plays Lebron’s postgame clip talking about poor officiating. Is there responsibility on Maxey & Embiid to get other players involved?

(2:00:30-2:21:04) We hear from lots of callers, but Bob asks everyone to end their calls with a positive spin. Bob does his best not to look ahead, but he says game 3 will be a sweat.

(2:21:19-2:34:05) The historic numbers are not on the Sixers’ side being down 2-0, but Amy says there’s a chance. Isaiah Rodgers is cleared to come back at least!

(2:34:12-2:41:04) Brief NFL draft discussion and final thoughts on the Sixers loss. The Knicks wanted it more down the stretch.

(00:00-20:40) We hear from lots of callers, but Bob asks everyone to end their calls with a positive spin. Bob does his best not to look ahead, but he says game 3 will be a sweat.

(20:54-33:41) The historic numbers are not on the Sixers’ side being down 2-0, but Amy says there’s a chance. Isaiah Rodgers is cleared to come back at least!

(33:55-40:48) Brief NFL draft discussion and final thoughts on the Sixers loss. The Knicks wanted it more down the stretch.

(00:00-17:46) Bob calls into question the Sixers gameplan to stop Brunson. Callers question Embiid, but the midday show all sides with the Big Fella.

(18:01-31:10) More discussion surrounding officiating and the lack of timeout during the consequential inbound. Is it appropriate to blame Tobias still?

(31:25-37:53) Bob plays Lebron’s postgame clip talking about poor officiating. Is there responsibility on Maxey & Embiid to get other players involved?

(00:00-18:22) The show reviews individual performances from last night's game, once again the role players come up small. What is up with Buddy Hield?

(18:37-32:23) It seems like this happens year after year, has this become contagious? What will be the lasting image from the game 2 loss.

(32:38-40:27) Can the Sixers pull it together by Thursday? Callers believe the NBA is fixed and Bob vehemently disagrees.

(00:00-20:34) Instant reactions from a fiasco of a loss with Amy Fadool.  Bob recognizes the officials could have been better, but the loss falls on the Sixers for a myriad of late game errors.

(20:48-33:31) Bob breaks down X’s and O’s of the game and finds some positivity in terms of Embiid’s health. All-in-all, the Sixers made a lot of good adjustments aside from the final minute.

(33:46- 42:27) Callers voice their frustration and Bob explains what the Sixers should have done differently in the last couple sequences.

How can the Sixers Figure out their rebounding problems.  

What do we need from each player for the Sixers to pull out a win in game 2?

What will the Outcome be after tonight?

 Keith Pompey joins the show to break down all the news surrounding the Sixers for tonight’s game 

Will we see some new lineups for the Sixers moving forward

 What do we expect from the Sixers defense tonight 

 Bryce Harper hits the Paternity List. Who should play 1st base while he’s away.

How will Nick Nurse handle Tyrese Maxey heading into game 2?

What should we make of Joel Embiid’s injuries as we head through the playoffs.

Bob Cooney, Amy Fadool, and Ray Dunne are in studio today reacting the full weekend of sports.

Tyrese Maxey is on the injury list as Questionable with an Illness this morning before Game 2. How does this impact tonight’s game as the Sixers find themselves in a 1-0 hole?

How can the Sixers slow down the Knicks on the glass?

Bob Cooney is joined by Bill Colarulo, as well as Ray Dunne, as they go through the front page of news for today. Some questions arise. Which star will stand out in the Sixers Knicks series that begins tomorrow? The Sixers conversation develops as they discuss their feelings of the series, and their possible concerns.

The Sixers conversation continues with callers as they chime in with their feelings of the Sixers Heat game and how this may have affected their perception of the upcoming series. Also, is Joel Embiid’s type of game easier to shut down in the playoffs in series.

Bill Colarulo provides the coaching matchup stats for Nick Nurse and Tom Thibodeau. Who has the advantage?

Bob Cooney is joined by John Kincade, Andrew Salciunas, Ricky Bottalico. And Tyrone Johnson for a Fanatic Talk Show Special talking everything Sixers Knicks. The conversation starts with Joel Embiid. Is Joel Embiid’s type of game easier to shut down in the playoffs in series?

The Talk Star Special Continues. Jalen Brunson worries Bob as he poses the question of how do you slow down Jalen Brunson. Everyone chimes in and gives their opinions.

The Talk Star Special wraps up with everyone’s final thoughts on the series, what they are expecting and predicting the keys to winning the series.

Bob is back with Bill Colarulo and Ray Dunne as they react to some of the comments from the Fanatic Talk Show. They also continue with ideas as to how to slow Jalen Brunson and Tobias Harris comes up in conversation.

The Sixers conversation continues on the air and on the phones. They share their own game plans.

Bob and Bill field questions and phone calls on Joel Embiid and people questioning if he will be able to live up to the big moments in this upcoming series.

What’s one word to describe this Sixers Knicks series? Ray shares texts with Bob and Bill. The phone calls continue.

The show wraps up with Bob, Bill and Ray giving their series predictions and their final thoughts.

(0:00-19:30) Bob and Bill field questions and phone calls on Joel Embiid and people questioning if he will be able to live up to the big moments in this upcoming series.

(19:44-33:19) What’s one word to describe this Sixers Knicks series? Ray shares texts with Bob and Bill. The phone calls continue.

(33:33-39:37) The show wraps up with Bob, Bill and Ray giving their series predictions and their final thoughts.

(0:00-18:56) Bob is back with Bill Colarulo and Ray Dunne as they react to some of the comments from the Fanatic Talk Show. They also continue with ideas as to how to slow Jalen Brunson and Tobias Harris comes up in conversation.

(19:11-40:05)The Sixers conversation continues on the air and on the phones. They share their own game plans.

(0:00- 20:34) Bob Cooney is joined by John Kincade, Andrew Salciunas, Ricky Bottalico. And Tyrone Johnson for a Fanatic Talk Show Special talking everything Sixers Knicks. The conversation starts with Joel Embiid. Is Joel Embiid’s type of game easier to shut down in the playoffs in series?

(20:48-34:01) The Talk Star Special Continues. Jalen Brunson worries Bob as he poses the question of how do you slow down Jalen Brunson. Everyone chimes in and gives their opinions.

(34:15- 42:57) The Talk Star Special wraps up with everyone’s final thoughts on the series, what they are expecting and predicting the keys to winning the series.

(0:00-19:11) Bob Cooney is joined by Bill Colarulo, as well as Ray Dunne, as they go through the front page of news for today. Some questions arise. Which star will stand out in the Sixers Knicks series that begins tomorrow? The Sixers conversation develops as they discuss their feelings of the series, and their possible concerns.

(19:26-32:49) The Sixers conversation continues with callers as they chime in with their feelings of the Sixers Heat game and how this may have affected their perception of the upcoming series. Also, is Joel Embiid’s type of game easier to shut down in the playoffs in series.

(33:04-41:13) Bill Colarulo provides the coaching matchup stats for Nick Nurse and Tom Thibodeau. Who has the advantage?

(00:00-19:16) Bob Cooney gives his reaction to the Sixers win over the Miami Heat. Should fans be encouraged that the Sixers toughed it out, or discouraged at how close they made it?

(19:30-32:41) Now that we know the Sixers’ 1st round matchup, Bob gives his opinion on how the Knicks differ from the Heat, and Bill has something to say about fans booing at halftime last.

(32:56-40:44) Tim Legler said the Knicks should be licking their chops to play the Sixers, Bill & callers react.

(40:50-1:00:05) If you had to pick a coach to win 1 game, who would you choose? How much of an impact did Nick Nurse have on the win over the Heat?

(1:00:20-1:14:10) Bob & Bill focus on the non Embiid/Batum players. They review the performance of Tobias Harris & Buddy Hield specifically.

(1:14:16-1:23:34) A Knicks fan calls in, Bob highlights a glaring mismatch against the Knicks. The stats don’t show it but Embiid made big plays when it mattered most.

(1:23:41-1:42:09) The voice of the Sixers Tom McGinnis joins the midday show to react to the game against the Heat and look ahead to the upcoming series against the Knicks. McGinnis raves about Nico Batum, gives his take on Nick Nurse’s playoff impact, and what he believes the status of Joel Embiid’s health is.

(1:42:23-1:52:24) Bob tries to figure out if Embiid’s rotations are what fans should expect for the rest of the playoffs, or more indicative of him not being conditioned.

(1:52:30-2:02:09) The team looks back at the Sixers/Knicks regular season matchups. With Embiid only playing in 1 of 4, how did the supporting cast fare?

(2:02:15-2:24:35) Bob resets the show and goes back to Tim Legler calling the Sixers out. Role players stepping up is what the playoffs are all about!

(2:24:51-2:36:51) The show feels like some players weren’t ready for playoff basketball from the opening jump.  

(2:36:57-2:42:39) A day dominated by the Sixers, Bill wants to touch on Castellanos’ struggles and suggests a benching.

(00:00-22:27) Bob resets the show and goes back to Tim Legler calling the Sixers out. Role players stepping up is what the playoffs are all about!

(22:42-34:40) The show feels like some players weren’t ready for playoff basketball from the opening jump.  

(34:56-40:37) A day dominated by the Sixers, Bill wants to touch on Castellanos’ struggles and suggests a benching.

The voice of the Sixers Tom McGinnis joins the midday show to react to the game against the Heat and look ahead to the upcoming series against the Knicks. McGinnis raves about Nico Batum, gives his take on Nick Nurse’s playoff impact, and what he believes the status of Joel Embiid’s health is.

(00:00-18:34) The voice of the Sixers Tom McGinnis joins the midday show to react to the game against the Heat and look ahead to the upcoming series against the Knicks. McGinnis raves about Nico Batum, gives his take on Nick Nurse’s playoff impact, and what he believes the status of Joel Embiid’s health is.

(18:48-28:49) Bob tries to figure out if Embiid’s rotations are what fans should expect for the rest of the playoffs, or more indicative of him not being conditioned.

(29:04-38:43) The team looks back at the Sixers/Knicks regular season matchups. With Embiid only playing in 1 of 4, how did the supporting cast fare?

(00:00-19:21) If you had to pick a coach to win 1 game, who would you choose? How much of an impact did Nick Nurse have on the win over the Heat?

(19:35-33:25) Bob & Bill focus on the non Embiid/Batum players. They review the performance of Tobias Harris & Buddy Hield specifically.

(33:40-42:58) A Knicks fan calls in, Bob highlights a glaring mismatch against the Knicks. The stats don’t show it but Embiid made big plays when it mattered most.

(00:00-19:16) Bob Cooney gives his reaction to the Sixers win over the Miami Heat. Should fans be encouraged that the Sixers toughed it out, or discouraged at how close they made it?

(19:30-32:41) Now that we know the Sixers’ 1st round matchup, Bob gives his opinion on how the Knicks differ from the Heat, and Bill has something to say about fans booing at halftime last.

(32:56-40:44) Tim Legler said the Knicks should be licking their chops to play the Sixers, Bill & callers react.

Everything Sixers

(0:00 -21:10) Bob Cooney, Amy Fadool, and Ray Dunne are in for Middays to gear up for the Sixers vs Heat play-in game, and react to the end of the Flyers season, along with all the Eagles press conferences yesterday.

(21:24 – 33:39 ) What is our confidence levels as we head into the playoffs for the Sixers?

(33:54 – 40:48) We go to the phones to get your thoughts about the Sixers

(41:03 – 1:01:25) The Eagles have made a lot over moves this offseason. What should we except to happen from the draft. And we dive into Howie Roseman’s press conference.

(1:01:40 – 1:17:12) Nick Stauskas joins the show to breakdown the Sixers playoff rotation.

(1:17:27 – 1:22:56) The Phillies had a great outing from Ranger Suarez last night. Can he be the 3rd ace for this team.

(1:23:59 – 1:42:53) What was your reaction after the final horn sounded and the Flyers season has officially come to an end?

(1:43:07 – 1:56:59) We continue the Sixers talk as we ramp up for a big Play-in Game tonight.

(1:57:14 – 2:04:07) Theres some controversy surround and in office pool for the Masters and Bob addresses the rumors behind his victory.

(2:04:22 – 2:24:10 ) Matt Breen Joins the show to talk all things Philly Sports.

(2:24:25 – 2:36:30) We found a pair of tickets for tonight’s Sixers vs Heat game to give away. So, we ask you the listeners a question from a call back from our conversation with Nik Stauskas.

(2:36:45 – 2:44:29 ) We round our show getting everyone excited for the Sixers game tonight. 

Matt Breen Joins the show to talk all things Philly Sports. 

Nick Stauskas joins the show to breakdown the Sixers playoff rotation.

(00:00- 20:32) With the 76ers' play-in game just over 24 hours away, 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey joins Bob Cooney & Amy Fadool. Morey breaks down the Eastern Conference with a big emphasis on the Celtics. Even with Boston being viewed as a juggernaut, Morey likes the Sixers' chances and explains what makes this season different than others.
(20:47- 34:40) Bob & Amy react to what Morey says and break down how the Miami Heat matchup against the Sixers in the play-in.
(34:56- 42:05) Scottie Scheffler said he was ready to leave the Masters for his 2nd child being born. Bob & Amy debate if they would do the same.
(42:05-1:03:40) The midday team breaks down where the Sixers have advantages over the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks.  It's a great playoffs if you're a fan of coaching.  Bob turns attention towards the Phillies and what's been an odd offensive season.
(1:03:55-1:15:38) More Phillies talk, Amy brings some perspective to the table. These are not playoff teams that the Phils have been facing, but she reminds the fanbase 'hittin season' begins in May! The consensus of the show is they are not satisfied with the team, but far from panicking. Plus more callers weigh-in on leaving the Masters for child-birth.
(1:15:44-1:22:20) Bob talks lawn mowers and how great of a father he is
(1:22:26-1:42:17) Amy Fadool believes Daryl Morey is more excited about this Sixers team than he lets on. Men love Kelly Oubre, and ladies certainly love Kelly Oubre! The midday show ranks playoff opponents 1-10 in terms of level of concern. Can Tobias Harris change his legacy in these playoffs?
(1:42:31- 1:56:30) The Flyers are still alive for the playoffs... Technically. Amy goes over what results need to happen for the Flyers to make the playoffs and why Tortorella may pull the goalie in a tie game. There's an importance to the Flyers fighting until the end.
(1:56:37-2:04:05) Bob feels unbelievably confident about beating the Miami Heat tomorrow. Amy zeroes in on Embiid's defensive impact in these playoffs.

(2:04:11-2:22:29) People outside of Philadelphia are already penciling in Sixers vs Knicks. Amy gives reasons to fear Jalen Brunson in that potential matchup. Amy re-lives some tough college basketball memories.

(2:22:44-2:34:23) The Devonta Smith extension is done and everyone is thrilled. Bob admires Devonta Smith’s attitude and compares him to other players in the city.

(2:34:30-2:45:52) Bob bashes Sacramento as a city and the team gives their final thoughts on the Flyers.

(00:00-18:24) People outside of Philadelphia are already penciling in Sixers vs Knicks. Amy gives reasons to fear Jalen Brunson in that potential matchup. Amy re-lives some tough college basketball memories.

(18:39-30:19) The Devonta Smith extension is done and everyone is thrilled. Bob admires Devonta Smith’s attitude and compares him to other players in the city.

(30:33-41:53) Bob bashes Sacramento as a city and the team gives their final thoughts on the Flyers.

(00:00-19:57) Amy Fadool believes Daryl Morey is more excited about this Sixers team than he lets on. Men love Kelly Oubre, and ladies certainly love Kelly Oubre! The midday show ranks playoff opponents 1-10 in terms of level of concern. Can Tobias Harris change his legacy in these playoffs?

(20:12- 34:10) The Flyers are still alive for the playoffs... Technically. Amy goes over what results need to happen for the Flyers to make the playoffs and why Tortorella may pull the goalie in a tie game. There's an importance to the Flyers fighting until the end.

(34:25-41:52) Bob feels unbelievably confident about beating the Miami Heat tomorrow. Amy zeroes in on Embiid's defensive impact in these playoffs.

(00:00-21:42) The midday team breaks down where the Sixers have advantages over the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks.  It's a great playoffs if you're a fan of coaching.  Bob turns attention towards the Phillies and what's been an odd offensive season.

(22:00-33:41) More Phillies talk, Amy brings some perspective to the table. These are not playoff teams that the Phils have been facing, but she reminds the fanbase 'hittin season' begins in May! The consensus of the show is they are not satisfied with the team, but far from panicking. Plus more callers weigh-in on leaving the Masters for child-birth.

(33:59-40:30) Bob talks lawn mowers and how great of a father he is.

(00:00- 20:32) With the 76ers' play-in game just over 24 hours away, 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey joins Bob Cooney & Amy Fadool. Morey breaks down the Eastern Conference with a big emphasis on the Celtics. Even with Boston being viewed as a juggernaut, Morey likes the Sixers' chances and explains what makes this season different than others.

(20:47- 34:40) Bob & Amy react to what Morey says and break down how the Miami Heat matchup against the Sixers in the play-in.

(34:56- 42:05) Scottie Scheffler said he was ready to leave the Masters for his 2nd child being born. Bob & Amy debate if they would do the same.

Locking Up The Future Of Philly Sports

(0:00 – 19:45) Bob Cooney with Bill Colarulo and Ray Dunne look around the national and local sports world and recap the weekend.

(19:59 – 34:19 ) BREAKING NEWS THE EAGLES HAVE AGREED TO TERMS ON A CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH WR DEVONTA SMITH.

(34:34 – 41:17) Bob throws out a possible hypothetical and wants your answers on how you would handle it. And we continue to dive into the Smith extension

(41:32 – 1:01:36) What do we make Joel Embiid’s health going into the Playoffs? Are you concerned about him?  

(1:01:51 – 1:14:07) The Eagles keep finding ways to extend their elite young talent. Bill and Bob look around the NFL how other big name WRs are starting to ruffle their feathers about getting a new contract.

(1:14:22 – 1:21:27) What do you make of Scottie Scheffler’s situation  this past weekend at the Masters? Would you have left if your wife was in labor?

(1:21:41 – 1:42:33) How should we feel about the Sixers play-in matchup vs the Heat?

(1:42:48 – 1:52:57) Which pick up for the Sixers will be the biggest impact in the playoffs?

(1:53:11 – 2:01:57) What does Tobias Harris have to do to turn his proception around with the fans this post season?

(2:02:11 – 2:22:30) The Sixers have 3 different roster constructions this year. Which roster was the best that you have had this year?

(2:22:44 – 2:34:42 ) Alaa Abdelnaby Joins the show to talk about the Sixers playoff run \

(2:34:57 - 2:42:47 ) We round out the show hitting the text line and get your reactions to this Sixers playoff run.

Alaa Abdelnaby Joins the show to talk about the Sixers playoff run 

Allen Iverson Sculpture Unveiling Show

(0:00 - 18:56) Bob, Ray, and Amy Fadool are down at the Sixers practice facility for the unveiling of Allen Iverson new statue.

(19:10- 32:46) We reflect on the career AI had in Philadelphia

(33:00 – 41:51) Where does AI rank among the NBA greats?

(42:06 – 1:02:08 ) This Sixers team holds their own destiny as they look to stay out of the play in game. 

(1:02:22 – 1:15:54) Bob and Amy reflect on those 2000s Sixers teams and tell some memories from their time covering the Sixers.

(1:16:09 – 1:23:42) Is this the Biggest Game of the Year for the Sixers?

(1:23:57 – 1:41:26) Amy gives her starting rotation for the Sixers as they enter the playoffs.

(1:41:41 – 1:56:25) Sixers PA Announcer Matt Cord joins the show

(1:56:39 – 2:04:16) Former Sixers equipment manager Scottie Ringo joins the show and tells some behind the scenes stories of Allen Iverson.

(2:04:30 – 2:22:59) Bob and Amy reflect some more on AI career and the teams he was surrounded by in his tenure in Philadelphia.

(2:23:13 – 2:35:57) The unveiling has commenced and Amy and Bob talk about the significance of the Sculpture

(2:36:12 – 2:44:03) Pat Croce joins to wrap up this AI day.

We Talking About Playoffs?

(0:00 – 20:42) Bob Cooney, Ray Dunne, and Bill Colarulo are in today after a Phillies series win out in St Louis. They also dive into the Eastern Conference playoff picture for the Sixers.

(21:10 – 33:56) Which potential playoff matchup scares you the most for the Sixers?

(34:10 – 41:42) What are your expectation levels for the Sixers as they approach the playoffs?

(41:56 – 1:02:35 ) Ed Barkowitz joins the show and talks about gambling on the Masters.

(1:02:48 – 1:15:17) The Sixers have had almost 3 different teams this season. Bob and Bill breakdown if they have gotten better than the start of the season.

(1:15:32 – 1:23:46) And will the Eagles continue to extend their home-grown guys and extend Devonta Smith?

(1:24:00 – 1:43:07) we’ve avoided talking about one team in the Eastern Conference. Now we talk about what makes us nervous about matching up against them.

(1:43:22 – 1:56:09) We go to the phones to get the callers thoughts on the Sixers potential playoff stretch.

(1:56:23 – 2:04:48) With Allen Iverson getting a statue tomorrow who is your favorite Sixer of all time?

(2:05:02 – 2:24:18) We put some Sixers up against each other and debated who was a better Sixer. And then bill dives into the Eagles outlook for the NFL Draft.

(2:24:32 – 2:41:10 ) How has Howie Roseman done picking in the 1st and 2nd rds in the NFL Draft. The Fellas go year by year and give each pick a grade.

(2:41:24 – 2:45:47)  We Wrap the show with a little masters talk

Ed Barkowitz joins the show and talks about gambling on the Masters.

(0:00 – 20:01) Interesting night in Philly sports. Flyers might be dead, Phillies have a bad loss in STL, and the Sixers pull away late to get another win with Joel Embiid back.

(20:15 – 32:48 ) We’ve had a lot of disappointment over the last year or so in Philadelphia sports. Bob reflects on the constant losing and is there anything we can do to cleanse ourselves  

(33:02 – 41:38) The Sixers have a lot of different options to run out there for a lineup now that they are getting people

(41:52- 1:01:56 ) Father Sean calls in to try to put a blessing on our sports teams

(1:02:10 – 1:13:38) There was breaking news earlier in the morning. The Eagles are set to play the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night football down in Brazil to open the NFL season

(1:13:53 – 1:21:48) The Masters gets underway, and Bob has a few things that bothers him about it.

(1:22:03 – 1:42:03) Matt Breen joins the show about his experience covering WrestleMania and all things Philly Sports.

(1:42:17 – 1:55:15) The sixers have a lot of options with their roster as the make a playoff push. Who should be in the rotation?

(1:55:30 – 2:02:00) We go to the phones and do some trivia for some Dave Mathews Band tickets.

(2:02:55 – 2:21:39 ) Barrett Brooks joins the show to talk all things Eagles and the Draft.

(2:21:53 – 2:36:33 ) The Eagles playing in Brazil is messing a lot of things up and we talk with the callers about.  

(2:36:48 - ) We Finish out the show and set our expectations for the Phillies and Sixers as we head through the rest of the week.

Barrett Brooks joins the show to talk all things Eagles and the Draft. 

Matt Breen joins the show about his experience covering WrestleMania and all things Philly Sports.

The Sports Calendar Is Changing

(0:00- 18:33) Bob Cooney, Ray Dunne and Bill Colarulo start the show recapping a roller coaster Phillies win and the expectations for a healthy 76ers team.

(18:47 – 32:50) What should the Sixers lineup look like with everyone getting healthy?

(33:04 – 41:05) Reflecting on the NCAA Men’s Championship, is the “Big Man” back in basketball?

(41:19 – 1:01:16) Matt Gelb joins the show to breakdown the Phillies start to the season.

(1:01:31 – 1:15:18) Do the Phillies need a full time closer?

(1:15:33 – 1:24:06) If you could be anyone in the sports world who would it be?

(1:24:20 – 1:43:17) We go to the phones and text line to get your answers.

(1:43:32 -1:58:03 ) Where should the Phillies go with the bullpen moving forward. And what should we make of the Flyers season?

(1:58:18 – 2:05:21 ) What should the Eagles do in the Draft?

(2:05:35 -2:15:28 ) Does seeding matter to you for the Sixers as they enter the Playoffs

(2:15:43 – 2:41:00 ) We play Fletch Cox retirement press conference live on air.

(2:41:14 – 2:48:01) Bob and Bill reflect on Fletchers Eagle career to end the show

Matt Gelb joins the show to breakdown the Phillies start to the season.

(0:00-20:50) Bob Cooney is joined by Fanatic weekend host Bill Colarulo today! The headlines of the weekend start with the Sixers two weekend wins with Tyrese Maxey having a career high 52 points game, then the Flyers collapse out of the playoffs and the Phillies win their series over the nationals. University of South Carolina led by Dawn Staley won the women’s NCAA tournament over Caitlin Clark and Iowa.

(21:04-34:05) Bob teases what’s next to come this week for the Middays show. Who is the best athlete in your lifetime you couldn’t stand? Bob proposes that question to Bill, Ray and the callers.

(34:11-42:54) Callers and listeners continue to share their most hated athletes.

(43:01-1:01:21) Tim Saunders, play by play announcer for the Flyers, joins Bob Cooney to talk about their end of season collapse slipping out of the playoffs.

(1:01:36-1:13:14) WrestleMania was in Philadelphia this weekend and Bob and Bill talk about it. The Flyers talk continues with callers as well as the most hated athletes.

(1:13:21-1:24:09) With the eclipse  today, Bob has another question. What sports moment would you block out?

(1:24:15-1:43:41) Callers continue sharing their worst moments they’d like to block out of their memories and a Johan Rojas debate sparks.

(1:43:56-1:56:37) Some Solar eclipse talk to start the segment and then the guys talk about the Sixers and how well they are playing.

(1:56:43-2:04:18) Have we already seen Howie’s biggest move for next season, or is it still to come?

(2:04:24-2:22:45) The Eagles talk continues as they talk about their hopes and expectations for this upcoming draft and areas of concern.

(2:22:59-2:43:30) Bob, Bill, and Ray end the show continuing to share moments listeners and themselves would prefer to block out of their memory.

Tim Saunders, play by play announcer for the Flyers, joins Bob Cooney to talk about their end of season collapse slipping out of the playoffs. 

(0:00-20:49) Bob Cooney opens the show with the front-page news of all the Philly major sports. He starts with the Sixers huge win over the Heat, the Phillies new city connect jerseys, the NCAA women’s tournament and Eagles draft prospects.

(21:03-34:15) Did you feel it? We had an earthquake! After Pat Egan calls in for a couple minutes, Bob returns to the Sixers talk and asks what their lineup and rotation should be.

(34:21-43:53) The Sixers weren’t bringing the points off the bench last night, but they still managed to win. Bob goes over the good and bad over the Sixers topping the Heat.

(43:59-1:04:32) Bronny James declares for the NBA Draft. Bob and Ray react to if a team picked Bronny James in the NBA draft. What would be your reaction?

(1:04:46-1:16:25) Jim Curtin, the head coach of the Philadelphia Union, joins Bob to talk about the Union’s season and gives a coaches perspective looking at some of the Sixers roster questions.

(1:16:32-1:26:23) Ray’s been getting free coffee lately; Bob has to dig deeper. The Sixers conversation continues as well.

(1:26:30-1:46:04) Bob Cooney is joined by Bill Colarulo for the rest of the show! They start it off talking about their ideal Sixers starting lineups with Joel Embiid’s return. They also talk about the Flyers, playoffs and John Tortorella’s recent comments.

(1:46:19-1:58:01) The phone lines are open which spark some Eagles conversation on the newest extensions and their biggest needs ahead of the draft.

(1:58:07-2:06:49) Bob, Bill and Ray share some of their favorite sports memories.

(2:06:55-2:27:25) The conversation continues with what sports technology should be updated and Bob gives some draft prospects to Bill to hear his chances he gives the Eagles for drafting them.

(2:27:39-2:38:50) Joel Embiid has mentally grown to both Bob and Bill. They talk about how his return from injury can be huge for the team’s playoff success and why exactly that is.

(2:38:57-2:47:23) Bob wraps up the show talking some WrestleMania as it takes place in Philadelphia this weekend.

Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin joins Bob Cooney to talk about the union so far this season and his opinion on other Philly sports trending topics.

Do We Have Rights As Sports Fans?

(21:45 – 22:00) Bob Cooney opens the show looking forward to another game with Joel Embiid on the court for the Sixers. And the Phillies had an interesting day yesterday handling some rain. Bob wants to know if they handled it correctly.

(22:50 - 35:27) The Phillies are off to another rough start. What should we make of it. And are fans owed rights when going to a game?

(35:42 – 43:18) Ed Barkowitz joins the show and gives you a deep dive into the sports gambling scene around the Final Four.

(43:32 – 1:03:40) We go to your calls on what you think of this rights vs privilege talk.

(1:03:56 – 1:18:50) What do we make of the Flyers season and their Head Coach John Tortorella?

(1:19:04 – 1:25:53) We return to the phones to get your thoughts on the rights we have as a fan

(1:26:08 – 1:45:31 ) Amy Fadool joins the show for the 12 o’clock hour

(1:45:46 – 2:12:38 ) Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey participated in shoot around down in Miami. What is this teams ceiling if they stay healthy?

(2:12:52 – 2:18:54) We go back to the phones on how the Phillies handled the weather yesterday.

(2:19:10 – 2:34:35) Which team has the highest potential right now in Philadelphia

(2:34:49 – 2:52:00 ) We finish out the show telling our favorite weather stories in sports