July 7, 2023

Jim Gardner: More to Explore is a New Podcast Series from 6ABC

This post is from 6abc.com Studios (WPVI) --

The Jim Gardner podcast: "More To Explore" will be exactly what the title suggests, an opportunity for this celebrated broadcast journalist to explore compelling topics and individuals who have a fast grip on Jim's attention.

Many, if not most, podcasts are focused on extraordinarily specific topic areas, in fact, that's the advantage of the podcast platform. Are you looking for a podcast on pre-owned catalytic converters? Don't be surprised if you find more than one! But this podcast is 180 degrees the opposite.

Check out the preview below.

July 5, 2023

Michael Rubin Throws His Annual White Party in the Hamptons Featuring Current Sixers James Harden, Joel Embiid, Tobias Harris and Tyrese Maxey



The summer season in the Hamptons is known for its lavish parties and star-studded events. Among the most anticipated gatherings is Michael Rubin's annual White Party, which brings together celebrities, athletes, and influencers for a night of glamour and celebration. This year's edition was no exception, as current Philadelphia 76ers players James Harden, Joel Embiid, Tobias Harris, and Tyrese Maxey graced the exclusive event with their presence and joined the who's who from Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Emily Ratajkowski, Tom Brady Kevin Hart, and international soccer star Kylian Mbappé.


James Harden and the other Philadelphia 76ers stars and with Sixers owner Josh Harris were partying together in light of reports that Harden wanted to be traded away from the team. This night might signal a reconciliation between James Harden and the team. Are the Sixers bringing back the same team for the 2023-24 season?

June 26, 2023

17th Annual John DeBella Veterans Radiothon Raises $222,749 to Benefit Philadelphia Veterans


102.9 WMGK-FM presented the 17th Annual John DeBella Veterans Radiothon on Friday, June 16, 2023, from 6am to 6pm. The event raised an all-time high of $222,749 to benefit the Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service Center (VMC).

Throughout the broadcast, DeBella encouraged listeners to make call-in donations via 1800-678-WMGK (9645) or secure online donations via www.wmgk.com. In addition, listeners were able to participate in a series of online eBay auctions on the station website to bid on Bruce Springsteen pit tickets, a pair of three-day passes for the Power Trip Festival, Guns N’ Roses VIP Experience tickets, autographed items from Taylor Swift, Bryce Harper, and more.

One of the highlights of the radiothon came when ACME Market donated $30,000 to the VMC as part of their support of the event.

August 10, 2015

FOX 29 Alex Holley and Lauren Johnson Are Daily News Sexy Singles

FOX 29's fairly new morning anchors make this year's Daily New Sexy Singles. Alex Holley of Good Day Philadelphia who replaced Sheinelle Jones is featured along with Lauren Johnson of the station's 4:30-7:00 Fox Morning News program. Holley arrived from Myrtle Beach and Johnson from Orlando.

  
Check out what happens to a cardboard cut out of Alex Holley courtesy of one upright Philadelphia citizen below. Like the tweet says--what happened to the Hitchbot is mild compared to this.

July 30, 2015

NBC 10 Renee Chenault-Fattah On Leave After Husband's Indictment

Renee Chenault-Fattah long time news anchor and the wife of the indicted United States Representative Chaka Fattah has temporarily left the anchoring chair at NBC 10. Chenault-Fattah was not charged by the U.S. attorney's office but she was mentioned in the 85-page indictment. She was a participant, according to the indictment, in a scheme to falsely report the sale of her 1989 Porsche Carrera convertible to a lobbyist for $18,000.

The Fattahs used the cash to help buy a $425,000 vacation home in the Poconos, but Chenault-Fattah kept the Porsche and even renewed its registration. She has contacted NBC 10 and stated in a letter that the car sale was legal and explains why the car remains at her home.

Rep. Chaka Fattah and others face charges of racketeering, bribery, mail fraud, and money laundering. Pretty serious stuff.

July 26, 2015

Phillies Cole Hamels Throws No Hitter Against the Cubs

Perhaps starting his last game for the Phillies, Cole Hamels came up with a gem of a performance and a no-hitter against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in a 5-0 victory. Here's a collection tweets and some pretty cool video from Wrigley, outside Xfinity Live, and Citi Field (???), home of the New York Mets. This was actually the best reaction to the call made by Phillies announcer Tom McCarthy. Could you imagine the reaction if Phillies' center fielder Odubel Herrera didn't come up with the final out and Hamels lost his no-hitter?

If this was Hamels last game, our 2008 World Series MVP went out like a true champion. They're many teams looking to make an offer to the Phillies in an attempt to acquire Cole by the trade deadline on July 31st.