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Former longtime hosts of Philadelphia's SportsRadio 94 WIP, Howard Eskin and Angelo Cataldi, have publicly expressed disappointment with the current state of the station they helped define for decades.
In a recent appearance on Eskin's independent show, the two veterans discussed their former employer and agreed that 94 WIP "is not the way it once was." They described the station as having declined from its peak as a dominant force in Philadelphia sports talk radio, where passionate debates, local insight, and high-energy personalities drove massive listenership.
Angelo Cataldi, who retired after leading the morning show for over 30 years and Howard Eskin, known for his fiery afternoon/evening segments and sideline reporting (who departed WIP amid controversy in late 2024/early 2025), both lamented changes in programming, tone, and overall quality.
🦅🏈#Eagles fans aren’t happy this week with players signing elsewhere. Who better to complain about these issues (problems) than #AngeloCataldi @_AngeloCataldi on #TheHowardEskinShow. And Howard Eskin and Angelo Cataldi AGAIN don’t agree on many issues. pic.twitter.com/YwurXEDHl8
— Howard Eskin (@howardeskin) March 12, 2026
Comments from listeners and observers in related discussions echo this sentiment, with some calling the current lineup less engaging or "washed up" compared to the era dominated by Cataldi's morning team and Eskin's unfiltered style.
This isn't the first time the pair has critiqued aspects of WIP post-departure. Cataldi has previously spoken out on issues like staff changes (e.g., producer departures tied to cost-cutting after Audacy's bankruptcy) and station handling of controversies involving Eskin. Their latest joint comments, however, focus more broadly on a perceived drop in the station's former magic—likely influenced by industry shifts, ownership decisions under Audacy, format tweaks, and the exit of iconic voices.
Eskin now hosts his own show independently (available on platforms like YouTube), where he continues covering Philadelphia sports, often inviting guests like Cataldi for candid, argumentative conversations that harken back to their WIP days.
The station remains a key outlet for Eagles, Phillies, Sixers, and Flyers coverage, but these remarks from its most recognizable former hosts highlight ongoing debates among fans about its relevance in today's media landscape. No official response from WIP or Audacy has been reported on these specific comments.