Best Idol Tapped Podcasts (2026)

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Richard Codey, former New Jersey governor, dies at 79 0:53

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Dick Codey "distinguished himself as the consummate public servant, working alongside people of all beliefs and backgrounds to chart a brighter path forward." That tribute from Governor Murphy, after Codey's death yesterday at the age of 79, after a brief illness. He was the former acting governor of New Jersey and the state's longest-serving lawma…

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Police search for gunmen after shooting outside Northeast Philly smoke shop 0:42

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Police are searching for two gunmen who killed a man and wounded a woman who were in a tow truck in the Northeast.(Photo Credit: NBC 10)

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Frustrating end to the 2025 Eagles season 5:14

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The Eagles season ended with a 23-19 loss to the 49ers in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs at the Linc.KYW Newsradio's Dave Uram spoke with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese about the game and season.

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Relief for SEPTA riders: Morning express trains return, trolley tunnel reopens 1:31

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The morning express trains on SEPTA regional rail are back for the first time in months. It’s a significant step as the transit agency recovers from the railcar shortage that caused headaches for many riders. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez was live at the Devon station with the story.(Photo Credit: Tim Jimenez / KYW Newsradio)…

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Mummers announce new date for String Band Spectacular competition 0:32

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Oh, dem golden slippers will shine again! After high winds forced the postponement of a portion of the Philadelphia Mummers Parade on New Year's Day, the String Bands will have their day. (Photo Credit: Tim Jimenez / KYW Newsradio)

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Episode 19 - Canada Made It Easy To Check Out—And That’s The Problem 12:40

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Send us a text A culture can have world‑class comfort and still be starving for meaning. We open with Rebbe Nachman’s bold claim that a person with Emunah—trust in God—“always lives a good life,” then test it against a difficult headline: the rapid rise of MAID, Medical Assistance in Dying, in Canada. Rather than a policy debate, this is a search f…

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Delaware County residents rally against ICE following fatal Minneapolis shooting 1:17

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Hundreds of protests played out across the country this weekend in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement after an ICE agent shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis last Wednesday. KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi was at the Delaware County Courthouse in Media.(Photo Credit: Vik Raghupathi / KYW Newsradio)…

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Man hospitalized after being shot in leg in Frankford 0:19

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Police are looking for whoever shot a man in the leg in Frankford on Sunday.They said it was after 9:30 a.m. along Adams Avenue, near Leiper Street, when officers found the man with several gunshot wounds to his leg.(Photo Credit: Getty Images)

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Eagles fans start the party early ahead of playoff matchup with 49ers 1:43

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The Eagles are taking on the 49ers in the first round of the playoffs. Believe it or not, some fans are already outside the stadium. And if there's a party, you know KYW's Shara Dae Howard is there.(Photo Credit: Shara Dae Howard/KYW Newsradio)

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Man, woman hospitalized after double stabbing at SEPTA’s 40th Street Station 0:30

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Authorities said a man and woman were stabbed at SEPTA's 40th Street Station in University City on Saturday night. The man is in critical condition.(Photo Credit: NBC 10)

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Cambodian immigrant dies at Philly hospital after being held in ICE custody 1:02

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ICE says a Delaware County man died at a local hospital Friday after going through drug withdrawal while in custody. As KYW’s Sunny Morgan reports, the man's family is looking for answers.(Photo Credit: AP Photo/Adam Gray)

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Episode 18 - When You Ask To Grow Closer To God, You Tap A Law As Reliable As Gravity 12:17

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Send us a text What if prayer followed laws as dependable as gravity—and you could learn to work with them? We dig into the core idea that when your will aligns with the Creator’s will, requests gain real traction. Instead of treating prayer like a panic button or a script, we frame it as a living practice: a disciplined conversation, powered by in…

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Philly tourism off to strong start as hotels filled up for New Year’s Eve and Day 1:09

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Philadelphia tourism got off to a good start for 2026, with more hotel guests staying in the city on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. KYW Newsradio's City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)

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Matt Valenti discusses first season as Penn head wrestling coach 1:13

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Matt Valenti is in the midst of his first season as the head wrestling coach at his alma mater, the University of Pennsylvania. KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon talked with Valenti about his career . . .

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Delaware County launches new program aimed to guide families through birthing process 1:07

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There’s a new program in Delaware County aimed at helping families through the birthing process. As KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo tells us, it comes from a push to bring resources to those who need them most.(Photo Credit: Getty Images)

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Fire tears through Gloucester Township leasing office 0:56

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Crews were called to the management office for Lakeview Apartments in Gloucester Township just before 2:30 a.m. on Saturday. The fire was under control within an hour or so, but firefighters remained at the scene until just before 6 a.m. to extinguish hotspots.No firefighter was injured in the blaze.Authorities called the fire “suspicious in nature…

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U-Haul driver crashes into several cars, leads police on dangerous chase in Northeast Philly 0:38

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Philadelphia police say a suspect is in custody after a U-Haul van led authorities on a chaotic chase through Northeast Philly Friday evening. Officials say the chase started around 5:45 p.m., but was quickly called off by officers because it was deemed too dangerous.(photo credit: Jacqueline Nix/Getty Images)…

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Relief is on the way: SEPTA trolley tunnel to reopen Jan. 12 0:35

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After being closed for nearly two months, SEPTA is reopening the Center City trolley tunnel on Monday morning.(photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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Warm up those vocals! Philly launches its own 'American Idol' 1:15

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Philadelphia public high school students will get a chance to compete for $5,000 in a first-of-its-kind citywide singing contest. KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief reports.(photo credit: Pat Loeb/KYW Newsradio)

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Poll: More than half of adults feel anxious about the new year 1:25

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New Year’s resolutions such as quitting smoking, exercising and dieting are still popular, but this year mental health is taking a front seat. KYW Newsradio's Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams explains.(photo credit: Jacob Wackerhausen/Getty Images)

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NJ lawmakers advance legislation to decouple state from federal vaccine recommendations 1:08

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While federal officials are making changes to the child vaccine and immunization schedule, lawmakers in New Jersey are advancing legislation so the state can do its own thing. More from KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty.(photo credit: Suzi Media Production/Getty Images)

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What's on tap for Watch Party PHL this year? We take a look 1:13

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Ahead of Watch Party PHL transitioning into a brick and mortar space, founder Jen Leary says they’re collaborating with Philadelphia Sisters, headed by globally known comedian Wanda Sykes and her wife Alex Sykes, for something special! KYW's Shara Dae Howard reports.(Photo credit: SAMUEL CORUM / AFP)…

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Police: Reports of car break-ins, trespassing in Newtown Square 0:46

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Neighbors received community alerts from doorbell cameras and surveillance systems early Friday morning after someone was seen moving through residential backyards near Caley and Tyson roads. KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon reports from Newtown Square.(photo credit: Ring Camera footage)

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Dog thrown from car, left on side of the road in Bucks County 0:33

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Police in Bucks County say they're working through thousands of tips from the public to identify a potential suspect or suspects after they say a dog was thrown from a car and left on the side of the road earlier this week.(photo credit: Tullytown Borough Police Department)

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Philly’s 22nd Police Department wants to better understand the community’s needs 1:11

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Strengthening the relationship between the police and the community is a top priority this year in the 22nd Police District. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams explains.(photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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What exactly is a legal observer? 1:22

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Minnesota's Attorney General says 37-year-old Renee Good, fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, worked as a legal observer. So what does that mean? KYW’s Conner Barkon spoke with a local lawyer about the role they play.(photo credit: Jacek Boczarski/Anadolu via Getty Images)…

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America250 celebrations kick off in Delaware County 1:13

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America 250 celebrations in Delaware County kick off on Friday night. As KYW’s Justin Udo tells us, it’s part of dozens of celebrations happening throughout the county that observe the country’s birthday this year.(photo credit: DarcyMaulsby/Getty Images

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Flu cases are on the rise in the US. Here are signs and symptoms to look out for 1:39

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Health officials in New Jersey say a young child has died from the flu, marking the state's first pediatric flu death this season. KYW’s Sunny Morgan spoke to a medical expert about this season’s uptick in flu cases and a new, more dangerous variant that has doctors concerned.(photo credit: Getty Images)…

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City unveils multi-million-dollar plan to scrub graffiti and beautify key highway areas 1:14

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City officials announced an $11.5 million initiative to clean graffiti and litter from seven high-traffic highway junctions, including the "Honeycomb Wall" near 30th Street Station and the CSX wall along the Schuylkill Expressway at Spring Garden Street. KYW's Mike DeNardo reports.(photo credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW Newsradio)…

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This legislation establishes guidelines for phone policies in NJ schools 0:37

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New Jersey has joined a growing list of states limiting students' phone use during the school day. Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation that requires guidelines for cell use in grades K-12. The new law bans the non-academic use of internet-connected devices during class timeThe school in North Jersey where Murphy signed the bill makes kids put their…

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Motorcyclist loses control on West Point Pike, crashes into trees and dies 0:32

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A motorcyclist was killed in an early morning crash in Worcester Township, Montgomery County.It was around 4:30 a.m. on Friday when Pennsylvania State Police say a passerby discovered and reported the collision near the intersection of Bethel Drive, Morris Road and West Point Pike.Police believe the operator of a Harley Davidson was riding southbou…

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Wonderland Pier redevelopment plans hit a snag 0:58

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Plans for redevelopment at the Wonderland Pier in Ocean City have hit a snag. The planning board this week did not approve a redevelopment designation, and residents are urging the city council to vote down the plan. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more on this.(photo credit: Michael Bocchieri/Getty Images)…

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What will it take for the Eagles to advance to the next round? 1:31

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The Eagles host the 49ers on Sunday in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs. Dave Uram has Friday's Minute with Merrill.

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Apartment fire in West Norriton leaves one woman dead 0:27

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A 69-year-old Montgomery County woman was killed after flames tore through her apartment in West Norriton, Thursday morning. (Photo Credit: Matt Coughlin/KYW Newsradio)

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Philly's African American Museum announces three-day events, programming for Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend 1:14

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Movies, hands-on activities, and even brunch. That's just some of the stuff happening at the African American Museum in Philadelphia during Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has details…(Photo Credit: Racquel Williams / KYW Newsradio)

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Site of deadly rowhome fire reignites overnight in North Philly 1:20

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The site of yesterday’s deadly rowhome fire in North Philadelphia went up in flames again last night. KYW's Tim Jimenez has the story from Ogontz.(Photo Credit Tim Jimenez / KYW Newsradio)

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Gov. Josh Shapiro visits North Philly in reelection announcement 0:58

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Governor Shapiro denounced the "chaos, cruelty, and corruption in Washington" as he announced his re-election bid. At a reelection event Thursday evening at the Alan Horwitz “Sixth Man” Center in North Philadelphia, Shapiro outlined his plans for a second term if reelected, including doing more to address the affordability crisis.(Photo Credit: Jus…

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Episode 17 - Who Holds Your Power: Idols Or The Infinite 11:20

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Send us a text The difference between panic and poise often comes down to what you believe about power. We open the door to a tougher question: when life squeezes you, are you handing control to trends, titles, and talismans—or anchoring in a relationship with the Creator that steadies your next move? We walk through the habits of people who stay c…

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Local officials gather at Perkiomen Creek to discuss new flood mitigation study 1:10

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Elected officials gathered on the banks of the Perkiomen Creek to discuss a flood mitigation study and mapping of the creek’s 362-square-mile watershed. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(Photo: Jim Melwert/KYW Newsradio)

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Philly Police capture pit bull involved in at least one dog attack last month 1:06

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Philadelphia police continue investigate a series of vicious Pit bull attacks in Center City last month. Police tell KYW's John McDevitt that the dog in at least once of the incidents has been located Thursday and off the streets.(Photo: Getty Images.)

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Krasner vows protections from ICE for residents, prosecution for agents who break the law 1:12

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Law enforcement officials and city council members pledged to protect Philadelphians from aggressive ICE agents at a news conference Thursday in the wake of the fatal ICE shooting of a woman in Minneapolis. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.(Photo: Pat Loeb/KYW Newsradio)

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Eagles fans pack Center City for a party ahead of Sunday's Wildcard matchup with the 49ers 1:11

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Eagles fans celebrated ahead of Sunday's wildcard playoff game with the Eagles Victory bus that made stops around the city on Thursday. KYW's Shara Dae Howard reports the energy was high!(Photo: Shara Dae Howard/KYW Newsradio)

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Thousands gather at Philadelphia City Hall to protest ICE after Minneapolis mother of three is killed by an agent 1:12

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Thousands of people showed up outside City Hall Thursday to mourn Renee Good, the Minneapolis mother who was shot and killed by an ICE agent Wednesday.KYW's Vik Raghupathi was there:(Photo: Vik Raghupathi/KYW Newsradio)

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Lancaster County man arrested for grave robbing SW Philly cemetery 1:59

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A Lancaster County man is arrested and charged with stealing hundreds of skeletal remains from a cemetery that spans between Southwest Philadelphia and Delaware County. KYW's Justin Udo joins us live from Media with the details.(Photo: Justin Udo/KYW Newsradio)

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SEPTA says return to normal Regional Rail service has been slower than expected 1:05

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SEPTA admits the return to normal regional rail service has been slower than expected. But the transit agency says more cars are going back into service each day. KYW's Mike DeNardo reports.(Photo: Shara Dae Howard/KYW Newsradio)

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NJ Transit raises alarm on human trafficking ahead of upcoming World Cup 1:04

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Human trafficking incidents spike during large sporting events, according to police, and New Jersey Transit is asking for some extra eyes and ears during this year’s World Cup. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has details.(Photo Credit: Luke Hales/Getty Images)

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Police search for second driver after man fatally struck, dragged in Kingsessing hit-and-run 0:52

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Detectives are investigating a hit and run on Wednesday night of a man they said was fatally struck in Kingsessing by one car, and then dragged for blocks by another. Here’s KYW's Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson with more. (Photo Credit: NBC Skyforce10)

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A sit-down with Sen. McCormick looking back at his first year in office 13:21

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Driver crashes into utility pole, knocks out power in Norwood during morning commute 1:17

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A bad crash in Delaware County knocked out power in part of the Norwood area on Chester Pike. KYW's Conner Barkon was live on the scene.(Photo Credit: Conner Barkon/ KYW Newsradio)

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Lane Johnson trending in the right direction 1:33

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It appears that Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson is progressing towards a potential return to the lineup, just in time for the Eagles' playoff game against the 49ers. KYW's Dave Uram and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, discuss this in the latest episode of KYW Newsradio's Minute with Merrill.…