Previous Shows

This week the guys start by discussing the serious health issue that has sidelined Jalen Hurts, the questions facing the Eagles and the line between responsible reporting and speculation. They also examine what Hurts’ absence means for the team’s season and future. Plus, the guys break down the Sixers’ 2-0 start and dramatic comeback against Cleveland, debate Joel Embiid’s role in the revamped offense and react to the chaos surrounding college football. They also preview the World Series, discu...

Author Lars Anderson joins The Heart of Sports to discuss his new book, Brady: An American Story and the Price of Greatness. Anderson explains how Tom Brady’s childhood, family dynamics, years at Michigan, and relentless drive shaped the greatest quarterback of his generation, while also examining the personal cost of sustaining that level of success. They also react to the Phillies’ offseason direction under Don Mattingly, including changes to the coaching staff, questions about Trey Turner’s ...

The Heart of Sports honors the life and legacy of Bill Giles, the visionary Phillies executive whose creativity, kindness, and commitment to Philadelphia helped transform the franchise. Phillies greats Larry Bowa, Doug Glanville, and Jamie Moyer join original friend of the Phillie Phanatic Dave Raymond to share personal stories about the man behind some of the organization’s most enduring traditions. They reflect on Giles’ unforgettable promotions at Veterans Stadium, his role in bringing the P...

On today's show we process the painful end to the Phillies season and ask whether this loss represents more than another early playoff exit. Then we look at a roster that failed to do the little things, the questions facing Dave Dombrowski, the future of several key players and why this may feel like the end of an era in Philadelphia. The guys also break down the latest movement on the Protect College Sports Act, including transfer rules, athlete protections and the questions still surrounding ...

Jason Springer and Jeff Cohen examine the Phillies’ late-season collapse, their increasingly precarious playoff position and whether a struggling lineup and unreliable bullpen can recover in time. They also reflect on the historic accomplishments of Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola amid an otherwise frustrating finish. The guys also discuss the Eagles surviving extreme field temperatures and mounting injuries, the offensive line’s struggles and the return of Zach Ertz. Plus, they break down the prop...

Philadelphia Union star Kai Wagner joins the show this week to discuss his unexpected return to the club, the emotional welcome he received at Subaru Park, and how renewed belief helped fuel the Union’s remarkable turnaround. Wagner also talks about mentoring the team’s young players, bringing a fighter’s mentality to the field, making Philadelphia home for his family and supporting children affected by pediatric cancer. Then we also debate the rising cost of attending games after Sixers ticket...

On this edition of The Heart of Sports with Jason Springer & Jeff Cohen, we explore two very different stories connected by perseverance, leadership, and the impact sports can have far beyond wins and losses. Award-winning NFL writer and longtime Pro Football Hall of Fame voter Paul Domowitch joins us to discuss his new book, Just Give Me a Chance to Fail: The Life of NFL Hall of Fame Linebacker Sam Mills. Paul takes us inside Mills’ remarkable journey from an undersized player repeatedly told ...

The Heart of Sports continued our conversations from inside the Trenton Thunder dugout about baseball, preparation, and the relationships that shape the game. Former MLB All-Star Preston Wilson joins Thunder manager and former teammate Shawn Chacón to reflect on their years together with the Colorado Rockies, the preparation behind Wilson’s success, and why creating the right clubhouse culture matters when developing young players. We also talk with Thunder pitchers Billy Morris and John Higgi...

This week on the Heart of Sports, we talk with PhillyVoice Sixers reporter Adam Aaronson about the franchise’s dramatic transformation, including LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, and a much deeper roster. Then, from the Trenton Thunder dugout, AJ Swader and Julian “Juju” Stevens share their baseball journeys, the work required to pursue a professional career, and the mental toughness needed to keep chasing the dream.

This week on The Heart of Sports, we break down the Phillies’ six-game winning streak, their improved approach at the plate, and whether this style can carry them through the playoffs. Then, we take the show on the road to the Trenton Thunder dugout for a conversation with manager and former MLB All-Star Shawn Chacón. He discusses developing young players, balancing winning with opportunity, managing slumps, and teaching athletes to handle frustration, failure, and the mental demands of basebal...

This week we welcome two sets of guests using sports to strengthen their communities. Professional basketball player and JAB founder Jared Armstrong joins James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Solomonov to discuss the million-dollar JAB Classic, their limited-edition Federal Donuts collaboration, and a shared mission to combat hate by bringing people together through basketball, food, and honest conversation. Then, Lehigh Valley Phantoms head coach John Snowden reflects on his unconventional j...

This week on The Heart of Sports, we examine whether the Phillies’ trade-deadline moves truly make them a World Series contender—or leave too many questions in the rotation, bullpen, lineup, and defense. We also break down the latest congressional effort to reshape college sports, including revenue sharing, transfer restrictions, conference expansion, and the continuing complications of NIL. Plus, the changing value of NFL running backs, football’s concussion crisis, the Yankees’ prediction-mar...

The Phillies are spiraling, the trade deadline is approaching and Jason and Jeff wonder whether Dave Dombrowski can actually fix a roster with too many holes and too few prospects. They also debate Bryce Harper’s public frustration and whether the Phillies’ championship window has already closed. Then, the Sixers pull everyone back in. Jason and Jeff break down a star-studded lineup featuring LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown, the challenge of making all the pieces fit an...

Join us this week as we delve into the latest in sports, including World Cup highlights with the Final this weekend, baseball insights with Jeff's experience at the HR Derby and the Futures Game, and the state of Michigan athletics, all from Vancouver and beyond as Jeff travels for work.

This week on The Heart of Sports, we welcome MLB Pipeline senior writer Jonathan Mayo for an inside look at the MLB Futures Game, baseball's top prospects, and what fans should watch as tomorrow's stars take center stage. Jonathan shares his thoughts on Phillies prospects Gage Wood and Wen-Hui Pan, Andrew Painter and Aidan Miller, the evolving MLB Draft, and what separates future superstars from everyone else. Jason and Jeff also break down All-Star Weekend in Philadelphia, debate Zach Wheeler's...

The World Cup delivers unforgettable moments as Jeff shares what he calls the most joyous sporting event he's ever attended. Jason and Jeff break down Team USA's run, debate VAR controversies, discuss the Phillies' surprising climb back into contention, and react to the blockbuster Jalen Brown trade that could reshape the Sixers and the Eastern Conference.

On this week's the Heart of Sports, Jason and Jeff discuss the electric atmosphere surrounding the FIFA Club World Cup, the soaring cost of attending major sporting events, and what fans can expect as the tournament heads into the knockout rounds. Then, former Phillies outfielder, ESPN analyst, and author Doug Glanville joins the show for an in-depth conversation about the Phillies' playoff outlook, Andrew Painter's development, Brandon Marsh's breakout season, Bryce Harper's leadership, MLB's n...

On this week’s Heart of Sports, Jason Springer and Jeff Cohen dive into the excitement surrounding the FIFA Club World Cup, from electric fan atmospheres and host-country success stories to concerns about ticket prices, transportation, and the growing commercialization of the sport. They also tackle the ongoing debate over artificial turf versus grass fields, discuss the controversy surrounding quarterback Brendan Sorsby and sports gambling, break down the Phillies’ pitching struggles and trade ...

This week's Heart of Sports with Jason Springer and Jeff Cohen focused heavily on the upcoming FIFA World Cup and the growing excitement surrounding soccer in the United States. We welcomed legendary soccer broadcaster JP Dellacamera, who discussed calling another World Cup, the evolution of America into a true soccer nation, and the unique atmosphere fans can expect as the tournament kicks off across North America. Dellacamera shared insights into his World Cup preparation process, the challen...

In this entertaining and insightful episode of The Heart of Sports, Jason Springer and Jeff Cohen kick things off with a spirited discussion about the Stanley Cup Playoffs before welcoming legendary broadcaster Kenny Mayne. Mayne shares the story behind his surprising new venture into the greeting card business through LovePop, explaining how his signature humor and straightforward storytelling inspired a collection of cards that say what everyone is thinking—but rarely says aloud. He reflects o...

The Trenton Thunder open their season June 2, and manager Shawn Chacón is back for another year bringing experience, honesty, and passion to one of baseball’s best developmental environments. Chacón joined us to talk about what he’s learned entering year two as a manager, why coaching today’s players is more about trust and shared experience than lectures, and how the MLB Draft League prepares players for the grind of professional baseball. From handling failure and embracing adversity to adapti...

We start the show talking Phillies and close the snow talking NHL and NBA Playoffs. But in between we are joined by Award-winning baseball writer and bestselling author Tim Brown joins the show to discuss Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Original, his definitive new biography of Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan. Brown dives into Ryan’s unmatched longevity, legendary toughness, seven no-hitters, and why modern baseball may never produce another pitcher like him again. The conversation explo...

Talking all things sports on today's show including the lead up to the World Cup and Fifa, college and professional basketball, NHL, and Phillies and also a little on the rise of influence of private equity in youth sports.

We started talking NBA Playoffs with the Sixers headed to game 3 against the Knicks down 2-0. Then we talked NHL Playoffs and the Flyers down 3-0 before being joined by author Mark Stein to talk his book A League of His Own: A.G. Spalding and the Business of Baseball. We closed the show talking Phillies and more.