Interview with Philadelphia Union Legend/Broadcaster Sebastien Le Toux

We were joined by Philadelphia Union Legend and Broadcaster Sebastien Le Toux to talk his own soccer career, his post playing career, the Union Youth movement and what to look for this season.  

The Heart of Sports w Guest Union Legend Sebastien Le Toux – 4/9/21

It's Masters Weekend, the Phillies are off to a hot start, the Flyers are not and the Sixers are a game and a. half out of first. We talked all that and then were joined by Philadelphia Union Legend and Broadcaster Sebastien Le Toux to talk his own soccer career, his post playing career, the Union Youth movement and what to look for this season.  

The Heart of Sports with Malik Jackson and Ernst Tanner – 12/18/20

The guys had Eagles DT Malik Jackson join the show to talk about using the platform he has to impact the community. Then Philadelphia Union Sporting Director Ernst Tanner looked back at the past season and forward to the next one and bright future ahead.

Interview with Philadelphia Union Sporting Director Ernst Tanner

We really enjoyed catching up with Philadelphia Union Sporting Director recently on WWDB AM 860 and 97.5 FM The Fanatic Philadelphiato talk Soccer, accomplishments of last MLS season & what comes next going forward:

Interview with Philadelphia Union Play by Play Broadcaster JP Dellacamera

We caught up with Philadelphia Union Play by play broadcaster JP Dellacamera to talk the team taking the Supporters Shield, the growth of this team through the youth movement and the coming playoffs:

The Heart of Sports with Guests Jameer Nelson, JP Dellacamera, Dan Esposito – 11/13/20

First we were joined by new Blue Coats Assistant GM Jameer Nelson to talk his career journey, service to the community and family. Then Union PxP Broadcaster JP Dellacamera talk about the success of the team this season as they head into the playoffs. And finally Dan Esposito of the NFL Alumni Association talking Covenant House Sleep Out and some Eagles/Giants.

Interview with Philadelphia Union Coach Jim Curtin

Before their big Decision Day game on Sunday going for the 1st Supporters Shield, Philadelphia Union Coach Jim Curtin joined the show on WWDB AM 860 and 97.5 FM The Fanatic Philadelphia to talk about the season that has been and the opportunities ahead of the team.

The Heart of Sports with Guest Union Coach Jim Curtin – 11/6/20

This week we went around the sports world with a stop talking Soccer with Union Head Coach Jim Curtin and then everything else going on in sports.

Interview with Philadelphia Union Midfielder Anthony Fontana

We talked with Philadelphia Union Midfielder Anthony Fontana about everything from his beginnings watching Italy win the World Cup with his parents and grandparents, to his time in the Union Academy and now his success with the Union big team.

The Heart of Sports with Guests Aaron McKie and Anthony Fontana – 10/30/20

We continued our Coaches vs. Cancer of Philadelphia Series with Temple Men's Basketball coach Aaron McKie and then were joined by Philadelphia Union Midfielder Anthony Fontana to talk after 2 more big team wins this past week. #Doop #Soccer #Basketball

The Heart of Sports with Guests Fran Dunphy and Carli LLoyd – 10/16/20

We talked with Fran Dunphy about the growth of Coaches vs. Cancer in Philadelphia from its origins to raising over $17 million, why he like to teach in the classroom in addition to on the court, what the Big 5 means and much more. Then we talked everything from teaching the next generation at her soccer camps to discussing her own journey through soccer and more.

Interview with Women’s Soccer Star Carli Lloyd

We talked everything from teaching the next generation at her soccer camps to discussing her own journey through soccer and more.

Interview with Philadelphia Union Midfielder Alejandro Bedoya

We talked with Alejandro Bedoya about the Union season so far, the impact of fans on the game, the growing soccer culture, coming up in international soccer and more.

The Heart of Sports with Guests Alejandro Bedoya & Ash Howard – 10/9/20

We started the show with Philadelphia Union Captain Alejandro Bedoya talking about the Union season so far, the impact of fans on the game, the growing soccer culture, coming up in international soccer and more. Then we had an in depth conversation with LaSalle Men's Basketball Head Coach Ash Howard about everything from Coaches v. Cancer, to #SocialJustice, to Leadership, his basketball background and more.

Interview with Philadelphia Union PA Announcer Kevin Casey

From his journey to the PA Mic, to what it's like to interact with the Philadelphia fans, some Union talk and a little history mixed in for our conversation with Kevin Casey.

The Heart of Sports with Kevin Casey and Emily Kaplan – 8/14/20

This week we talked to Philadelphia Union PA Announcer about his journey and all things Soccer. Then we had ESPN NHL Reporter Emily Kaplan join us to talk Stanley Cup Playoffs.

The Heart of Sports with Alaa Abdelnaby and Warren Creavalle – 7/31/20

To start the show we were joined by Sixers TV Analyst Alaa Abdelnaby to talk NBA restart, Sixers current status, how calling games is different off the TV not being there, his own career and more. Then Philadelphia Union midfielder Warren Creavalle called in from the bubble to talk the team's big win in the #MLSisback tournament, his efforts to raise awareness for social justice and black lives matter and his other career in graphic design.

Interview with Philadelphia Union Midfielder Warren Creavalle

Philadelphia Union Midfielder Warren Creavalle called in from the bubble to talk the team's big win in the #MLSisback tournament, his efforts to raise awareness for social justice and black lives matter and his other career in graphic design.

The Heart of Sports Midweek OTA – 7/28/20

Jeff and Jason talk the MLB Covid debacle with the Marlins, the Phillies rough start, the Union advancing in the MLSisBack tournament and Lou Williams breaking the bubble in Atlanta.

Interview with Philadelphia Union Coach Jim Curtin from #MLSisBack Tournament in Orlando

Philadelphia Union Head Coach Jim Curtin helps start the show talking the Return of Soccer, the big Union win and the social stands his players continue to make.

The Heart of Sports w Coach Jim Curtin & Analyst Michael Collins – 7/10/20

Philadelphia Union Head Coach Jim Curtin helps start the show talking the Return of Soccer, the big Union win and the social stands his players continue to make. Then ESPN Senior Golf Analyst had us laughing non stop talking about everything from his journey from comedy, to caddy, to ESPN Senior Golf analyst to the extent of his Philly fandom leading to an Eagles tattoo designed by Coach Pederson.

Interview with International and Philadelphia Union Soccer Comentator Tommy Smyth

The Heart of Sports with Guests Tommy Smyth, A.J. Schnack & Yaron Weitzman – 6/12/20

First we were joined by International and Union Soccer Comentator Tommy Smyth to talk the return of soccer & MLS. Then we had the director of the ESPN 30 for 30 "Long Gone Summer" A.J. Schnack on to break down his new documentary on the 1998 HR Chase. And finally we had Yaron Weitzman of Bleacher Report hope on to talk NBA return plans and player concerns. The Heart of Sports w Jason Springer & Jeff Cohen · The Heart of Sports with Tommy Smyth, A.J Schnack and Yaron Weitzman

Interview with Philadelphia Union Midfielder Mark McKenzie

The Heart of Sports with guests Ricky Bottalico and Mark McKenzie – 5/8/20

Ricky Bottalico started the show with the guys talking all things baseball, from the Korean Baseball Organization to his own journey in the sport and what comes next. Then Philadelphia Union midfielder Mark McKenzie stopped by for some soccer talk and which NBA players he thinks talk the best trash on Twitter.

Interview with Union Forward Kacper Przybylko

The Heart of Sports with Guests Mike Tollin & Kacper Przybylko – 4/24/20

If you've been at home watching the 10 part series "The Last Dance" on ESPN, we started the show with the executive producer of "The Last Dance" Mike Tollin to talk about the original footage, getting Michael Jordan to agree to participate, the creation of the documentary and more. Then we had Philadelphia Union Forward Kacper Prsybylko join the show.  Heart of Sports · The Heart of Sports w Jason Springer & Jeff Cohen: Mike Tollin & Kacper Przybylko

Interview with Philadelphia Union Coach Jim Curtin on start of Season

We sat down at Subaru Park earlier in the week for an extended interview with Philadelphia Union Coach Jim Curtin to talk about last season, this season, making time for family and lessons learned among other things...

The Heart of Sports w guests Jonathan Mayo & Jim Curtin – 3/13/20

While the sports world came to a stop this week, we kept things going talking with Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com about some of the Phillies top prospects and sat down with Philadelphia Union head coach Jim Curtin for an extended conversation.

Interview with Broadcaster JP Dellacamera on Union 2020 Season

The Heart of Sports w guests JP Dellacamera, Charlie O’Connor & Pat McCarthy – 3/6/20

Jam packed show this week starting off w the voice of the Union JP Dellacamera talking some soccer, then Charlie O'Connor of The Athetic on the streaking Flyers and finally Pat McCarthy talking some baseball.

The Heart Of Sports w/ Mike O’Connor of The Athletic & JP Dellacamera on Soccer – 10/25/19

Mike O'Connor from the Athletic started the show with the guys breaking down the Sixers. Then Jason and Jeff offered their take on the Astros debacle off the field, the Phillies decisions to help the team on the field and then were joined by JP Dellacamera to talk the end of the Union season, what comes next and the potential next USWNT coach.

The Heart of Sports w Union Coach Jim Curtin & Athletic’s Charlie O’Connor – 10/18/19

With the Union hosting their 1st playoff game at home since 2011, we started the show talking with coach Jim Curtin about what to expect in their matchup against the NY Red Bulls Sunday. Then we were joined by Charlie O'Connor of the Athletic to talk about the start of the season for the Flyers. That and much more.

Interview with Alexei Lalas on Soccer

Post Match with USWNT Carli Lloyd After 4-0 Win Over Jamaica – 8/29/19

The Heart of Sports got comments from Carli Lloyd about the USWNT victory over Jamaica, her experience the past week in Philly and more.

Post Match with USWNT Julie Ertz After 4-0 Win Over Jamaica – 8/29/19

The Heart of Sports spoke with Julie Ertz following the 4-0 USWNT win against Jamaica.

Post Match with USWNT Sam Mewes After 4-0 Win Over Jamaica – 8/29/19

Following the Victory Tour at Lincoln Financial Field, the Heart of Sports got comments on the night from Sam Mewes.

Post Match with USWNT Coach Jill Ellis After 4-0 Win Over Jamaica – 8/29/19

Coach Jill Ellis press conference following the 4-0 win for the USWNT in Philadelphia.

The Heart of Sports: Guest Union Striker Kacper Przybylko – 8/23/19

We were all over the sports map today talking Eagles pre-season and NFL News, Phillies baseball, and some soccer too with guest Philadelphia Union Striker Kacper Przybylko.

The Heart of Sports: Guests Julie Ertz & Travis Hollman – 8/2/19

Women's World Cup Champion Julie Ertz joined the show this week to talk about winning the latest world title, blazing a trail for women in sports and having bragging rights in number of titles at home. Then Travis Hollman talked about the future of locker rooms and the unbelievable arms race of technological advances provide athletes with the best facilities.

The Heart of Sports with Broadcaster JP Dellacamera and Phillies International Scouting Director Sal Agostinelli – 7/12/19

Fresh off calling the Women's World Cup, JP Dellacamera joined the show to talk about the tournament, use of replay, equal pay, the Philadelphia Union and more. Then Phillies International Scouting Director Sal Agostinelli talked international prospects in the system and recent signings. And of course the guys found time to talk some NBA Free Agency, Sixers and Phillies too.

The Heart of Sports w Guests Union Coach Jim Curtin & Sixers Writer Keith Pompey – 6/21/19

A 25 minute sit down with Philadelphia Union coach Jim Curtin talking everything from GPS monitoring of players for use of analytics in real time to balancing celebration with sportsmanship? We've got that. Then a break down what happened last night in the NBA Draft and with the Sixers with Keith Pompey? We've got that too. Catch the latest show here.

The Heart of Sports: Guest Soccer Commentator and Analyst Tommy Smyth – 5/31/19

We talked to the man himself, Tommy Smyth with a Y today on the Heart of Sports about everything from the Champions League Final, to the Union and even where his catch phrase to put it in the "onion bag" came from. Then we talked NBA Finals, Phillies and even Jeff's outrage over the Spelling bee!

The Heart of Sports: Guest play by play Sportscaster JP Dellacamera – 5/24/19

What a treat today, we had one of the voices of Soccer JP Dellacamera join us for a conversation about the 1st place Philadelphia Union, International Soccer and the World Cup and his broadcasting journey with some great stories along the way. Then we went around the Philly sports world touching on the Eagles, Sixers and Phillies too.

Heart of Sports: Guests Carli Lloyd, Samantha Mewis & Oliver Horovitz – 5/10/19

We started the show with a bang with US Womens National Team stars Carli Lloyd and Samantha Mewis talking about their journeys to the World Cup and more. Then we talked with Oliver Horovitz getting us ready for the PGA Championship, his amazing golf stories and his new show Caddie Codes.

The Heart of Sports with CBB Analyst Terry Mills & Philadelphia Union Midfielder Brenden Aaronson – 3/22/19

This week on the Heart of Sports we broke down the NCAA Tournament with College basketball Analyst and NCAA Champion Terry Mills, talked Sixers heading to the home stretch, Phillies counting down to Opening day and then were joined by Philadelphia Union midfielder and South Jersey Native Brenden Aaronson for a fun interview.

The Heart of Sports with Guest Union Goalie Andre Blake – 3/1/19

Ricky Bottalico got held up with Bryce Harper signing news and will join us on a future show, but Jason and Jeff had plenty to talk about with the new makeup of the team, potential lineups, pitching staff and current questions. Then the guys talked Sixers, some Eagles and Flyers and were joined by Philadelphia Union Goaltender Andre Blake to talk about the start of the MLS Season this weekend.