Nick Langan
@w2njl.bsky.social
Writer, Radio World. Creator of the RadioLand app. Villanova professor, Philly sports
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Nick Langan
@w2njl.bsky.social
· Mar 19
When Markets Collide - Radio World
There are areas in-between major markets, such as New York and Philadelphia, where adjacent, full-power FM signals have equal strengths.
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Nick's Signal Spot in @radio-world.bsky.social is where I'll explore RF propagation and new gear.
My first column dives into areas where adjacent FM signals (like NYC’s 101.9 & Philly’s 102.1) battle for dominance. Central NJ is a prime example. Check it out! 👇
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My first column dives into areas where adjacent FM signals (like NYC’s 101.9 & Philly’s 102.1) battle for dominance. Central NJ is a prime example. Check it out! 👇
www.radioworld.com/columns-and-...
Gusty winds that ushered in a wintry airmass damaged an FM broadcast tower in southeastern Minnesota on Wednesday.
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
High Winds Cause Minnesota Radio Tower Collapse - Radio World
Winds ushering in a wintry airmass damaged an FM broadcast tower in Winona, Minn., which is home to 95.3 KGSL(FM).
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November 28, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Gusty winds that ushered in a wintry airmass damaged an FM broadcast tower in southeastern Minnesota on Wednesday.
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
The tower is home to Leighton Media's 95.3 KGSL(FM) in Winona, and two FM translators.
My @radio-world.bsky.social story: ⬇️
Alex Curley's adoptastation.org — with a boost from John Oliver's @lastweektonight.com — is helping public radio stations in need, including KSKO in remote Alaska, give thanks this week. 🙏
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
How John Oliver and a Data Startup Give Thanks to Public Radio - Radio World
After federal funding cuts, tiny Alaska NPR station KSKO found a lifeline thanks to a John Oliver segment and Alex Curley's Adopt a Station website.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Alex Curley's adoptastation.org — with a boost from John Oliver's @lastweektonight.com — is helping public radio stations in need, including KSKO in remote Alaska, give thanks this week. 🙏
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
Curley's Semipublic aims to be an online destination to see which public media outlets need help the most.
Thousands of pieces of broadcast, audio, video and computer equipment used by Radio Free Asia in Washington, D.C., are being auctioned through Dec. 1.
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
Four Floors of Broadcast Gear Up for Auction in D.C. - Radio World
A wide array of broadcast, audio, video and computer equipment is up for grabs in an auction at the site of the headquarters of Radio Free Asia.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Thousands of pieces of broadcast, audio, video and computer equipment used by Radio Free Asia in Washington, D.C., are being auctioned through Dec. 1.
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
There are consoles, microphones (lots) and recorders. Plenty of networking equipment, too.
Someone might be getting some good deals. 👀
A radio studio in Lewiston, Idaho, the home for KRLC(AM) for nearly 80 years, was burned down Thursday as part of a fire training exercise. 🧯
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Longtime Idaho Radio Studio Burned Down in Training Exercise - Radio World
A radio studio in Lewiston, Idaho, that stood for nearly 80 years was burned down Thursday as part of a fire training exercise.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:06 PM
A radio studio in Lewiston, Idaho, the home for KRLC(AM) for nearly 80 years, was burned down Thursday as part of a fire training exercise. 🧯
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Until 2023, it was the home for KMOK(FM), KVTY(FM) and the now silent KRLC.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
In my latest @radio-world.bsky.social Signal Spot, I tackle one of the fundamental aspects of radio long-distance signal chasing, or DXing — the logbook! 🗃️
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
To Log, or Not to Log? - Radio World
For long-distance radio enthusiasts, a logbook is a quintessential part of the hobby, Nick Langan writes. But what exactly goes into counting stations?
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November 21, 2025 at 2:43 PM
In my latest @radio-world.bsky.social Signal Spot, I tackle one of the fundamental aspects of radio long-distance signal chasing, or DXing — the logbook! 🗃️
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
I also dive into what, exactly, is the criteria for counting a station log.
Is a playlist match good enough? 🎶
Reposted by Nick Langan
The FCC unanimously voted to advance its proposal to reallocate spectrum in the upper C-band at its open meeting.
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
FCC Advances Proposal to Repurpose Upper C-Band - Radio World
The FCC unanimously voted to move forward with its plan to reallocate spectrum in the upper C-band (3.98 GHz to 4.2 GHz) in the U.S.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:29 PM
The FCC unanimously voted to advance its proposal to reallocate spectrum in the upper C-band at its open meeting.
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
As Elle Kehres explains, it now seeks comment on how to accommodate incumbent satellite users, as well as radio and TV stations using the spectrum for satellite distribution. 🛰️
By Dec. 31, Spain’s Radio Nacional de España will stop broadcasting its RNE and @radio5rne.rtve.es networks on its approximately 32 AM radio frequencies. 🇪🇸
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Spain's RNE to Shut Down AM Transmitters - Radio World
After 88 years, Spain's Radio Nacional de España will stop broadcasting its RNE and Radio 5 networks on medium-wave AM radio.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:06 PM
By Dec. 31, Spain’s Radio Nacional de España will stop broadcasting its RNE and @radio5rne.rtve.es networks on its approximately 32 AM radio frequencies. 🇪🇸
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
Spain's public broadcaster seeks to expand its digital radio DAB+ footprint.
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social: ⬇️
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting and @npr.org reached a settlement late Monday evening in a dispute over public media distribution.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
NPR, CPB Settle Suit, but Public Media Wounds Are Evident - Radio World
After a contentious battle for the future pf public media distribution in court, NPR and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting reached a settlement.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting and @npr.org reached a settlement late Monday evening in a dispute over public media distribution.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
While each side got something they wanted, tensions linger. CEO Patricia Harrison pushed back on accusations that CPB “kowtowed” to the Trump administration.
Reposted by Nick Langan
Vic Fangio being the singular defensive genius of the modern NFL is so cool.
November 17, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Vic Fangio being the singular defensive genius of the modern NFL is so cool.
There are many factors to consider while working at a broadcast tower site.
That's the specialty of NATE and it has released two new documents for safety guidance, including on a hazard you might not have considered — animal droppings. 🪽
That's the specialty of NATE and it has released two new documents for safety guidance, including on a hazard you might not have considered — animal droppings. 🪽
NATE Releases Wildfire Smoke and Animal Excrement Guides - Radio World
The Wildfire Smoke Protection Chapter and the NATE Biological and Animal Excrement Awareness Guidelines, are available now on NATE's ebsite.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:07 PM
There are many factors to consider while working at a broadcast tower site.
That's the specialty of NATE and it has released two new documents for safety guidance, including on a hazard you might not have considered — animal droppings. 🪽
That's the specialty of NATE and it has released two new documents for safety guidance, including on a hazard you might not have considered — animal droppings. 🪽
Remarkable aurora in Tabernacle right now
November 12, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Remarkable aurora in Tabernacle right now
I love when I get to write stories on Philadelphia radio.
Audacy's Dave Skalish, who has kept KYW, 94.1 WIP and the company's Philly cluster up and running, is getting his due with an induction into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame. 🔔
My profile @radio-world.bsky.social:
Audacy's Dave Skalish, who has kept KYW, 94.1 WIP and the company's Philly cluster up and running, is getting his due with an induction into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame. 🔔
My profile @radio-world.bsky.social:
Skalish Sustains Philly’s Broadcast Engineering Tradition - Radio World
Audacy Philadelphia's Director of Technical Operations Dave Skalish is a new member of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame.
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November 11, 2025 at 9:40 PM
I love when I get to write stories on Philadelphia radio.
Audacy's Dave Skalish, who has kept KYW, 94.1 WIP and the company's Philly cluster up and running, is getting his due with an induction into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame. 🔔
My profile @radio-world.bsky.social:
Audacy's Dave Skalish, who has kept KYW, 94.1 WIP and the company's Philly cluster up and running, is getting his due with an induction into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame. 🔔
My profile @radio-world.bsky.social:
Neal Ardman, who owns FMs in Georgia and Florida, sent a cease and desist letter to Volkswagen of America over the visual alteration of RDS and HD Radio metadata. 🚗
He says visuals displayed on his Porsche Taycan GTS, manufactured by VW, are often outdated or inaccurate.
He says visuals displayed on his Porsche Taycan GTS, manufactured by VW, are often outdated or inaccurate.
Radio Owner Challenges VW Over On-Screen Metadata - Radio World
A Georgia-based broadcaster has sent a cease and desist letter to the VW Group of America over what he alleges is interference to station metadata offerings.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Neal Ardman, who owns FMs in Georgia and Florida, sent a cease and desist letter to Volkswagen of America over the visual alteration of RDS and HD Radio metadata. 🚗
He says visuals displayed on his Porsche Taycan GTS, manufactured by VW, are often outdated or inaccurate.
He says visuals displayed on his Porsche Taycan GTS, manufactured by VW, are often outdated or inaccurate.
Reposted by Nick Langan
Crossing off another CAA Stadium this afternoon
📍Johnny Unitas Stadium
#Villanova Football vs. Towson at 1 PM on WXVU (pregame show starts at 12:30 PM)
📍Johnny Unitas Stadium
#Villanova Football vs. Towson at 1 PM on WXVU (pregame show starts at 12:30 PM)
November 8, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Crossing off another CAA Stadium this afternoon
📍Johnny Unitas Stadium
#Villanova Football vs. Towson at 1 PM on WXVU (pregame show starts at 12:30 PM)
📍Johnny Unitas Stadium
#Villanova Football vs. Towson at 1 PM on WXVU (pregame show starts at 12:30 PM)
The recent College Broadcasters Inc. NSMC convention in Denver spread some good vibes for college radio. 📻
I enjoyed talking with the winner of the Dave Black Advisor of the Year honor, Dan Schumacher at Texas State University's 89.9 KTSW(FM), for his perspective.
I enjoyed talking with the winner of the Dave Black Advisor of the Year honor, Dan Schumacher at Texas State University's 89.9 KTSW(FM), for his perspective.
Texas State’s Award-Winning Advisor Sees a Bright College Radio Future - Radio World
Award-winning advisor Daniel Schumacher said that engagement of students at Texas State University's KTSW(FM) is high, and have diverse tastes in music.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:56 PM
The recent College Broadcasters Inc. NSMC convention in Denver spread some good vibes for college radio. 📻
I enjoyed talking with the winner of the Dave Black Advisor of the Year honor, Dan Schumacher at Texas State University's 89.9 KTSW(FM), for his perspective.
I enjoyed talking with the winner of the Dave Black Advisor of the Year honor, Dan Schumacher at Texas State University's 89.9 KTSW(FM), for his perspective.
Another November E-Skip opening! FM into South Florida this morning from New Jersey.
November 5, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Another November E-Skip opening! FM into South Florida this morning from New Jersey.
I love visiting Chicago, and on a trip to the Windy City in October, I got to see the impressive facilities of @wbez.org, the nonprofit Chicago Public Media, which includes the @chicago.suntimes.com. 🌆
My October morning on the Navy Pier for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
My October morning on the Navy Pier for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
Radio World Visits Chicago Public Media - Radio World
Last summer, Radio World told you about the remodeling of Chicago Public Media’s Navy Pier studios. In October, we visited WBEZ and the Chicago Sun-Times.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:24 PM
I love visiting Chicago, and on a trip to the Windy City in October, I got to see the impressive facilities of @wbez.org, the nonprofit Chicago Public Media, which includes the @chicago.suntimes.com. 🌆
My October morning on the Navy Pier for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
My October morning on the Navy Pier for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
I've followed the Philly radio scene for quite a while, and Wednesday was as tough of a day as it gets.
We lost both Harry Donahue of KYW and the legendary Pierre Robert of WMMR. They each spent decades on the air in the Delaware Valley.
My story on Robert's legacy for @radio-world.bsky.social:
We lost both Harry Donahue of KYW and the legendary Pierre Robert of WMMR. They each spent decades on the air in the Delaware Valley.
My story on Robert's legacy for @radio-world.bsky.social:
Philadelphia Rock Radio Icon Pierre Robert Dies at 70 - Radio World
Legendary voice of Philadelphia’s 93.3 WMMR(FM), Pierre Robert, was found dead Wednesday. He was 70.
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October 30, 2025 at 3:05 PM
I've followed the Philly radio scene for quite a while, and Wednesday was as tough of a day as it gets.
We lost both Harry Donahue of KYW and the legendary Pierre Robert of WMMR. They each spent decades on the air in the Delaware Valley.
My story on Robert's legacy for @radio-world.bsky.social:
We lost both Harry Donahue of KYW and the legendary Pierre Robert of WMMR. They each spent decades on the air in the Delaware Valley.
My story on Robert's legacy for @radio-world.bsky.social:
On Halloween week, I decided it was time to ask: What's the story behind the 6 AM "graveyard" frequencies? 👻
While they may be frightening to listen to after dark, DX'ers like Finland's Jim Solatie don't find them so spooky!
My @radio-world.bsky.social story:👇
While they may be frightening to listen to after dark, DX'ers like Finland's Jim Solatie don't find them so spooky!
My @radio-world.bsky.social story:👇
Digging Up the AM Radio Graveyard - Radio World
It’s classic radio jargon, referring to the six most crowded frequencies in the AM radio band: 1230, 1240, 1340, 1400, 1450 and 1490 kHz.
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October 27, 2025 at 1:48 PM
On Halloween week, I decided it was time to ask: What's the story behind the 6 AM "graveyard" frequencies? 👻
While they may be frightening to listen to after dark, DX'ers like Finland's Jim Solatie don't find them so spooky!
My @radio-world.bsky.social story:👇
While they may be frightening to listen to after dark, DX'ers like Finland's Jim Solatie don't find them so spooky!
My @radio-world.bsky.social story:👇
Reposted by Nick Langan
The #Eagles’ offensive performance today was their best by EPA/Drive since Super Bowl LII against the Patriots (2.95).
Eagles Best Games by EPA/Drive (2018-2025)
1) 2.84, ’25 w7 vs NYG ⬅️
2) 2.74, ’24 CG vs WAS
3) 2.65, ’21 w4 vs KC
4) 2.61, ’22 w14 @ NYG
5) 2.48, ’24 w12 @ LAR
Eagles Best Games by EPA/Drive (2018-2025)
1) 2.84, ’25 w7 vs NYG ⬅️
2) 2.74, ’24 CG vs WAS
3) 2.65, ’21 w4 vs KC
4) 2.61, ’22 w14 @ NYG
5) 2.48, ’24 w12 @ LAR
October 27, 2025 at 12:34 AM
The #Eagles’ offensive performance today was their best by EPA/Drive since Super Bowl LII against the Patriots (2.95).
Eagles Best Games by EPA/Drive (2018-2025)
1) 2.84, ’25 w7 vs NYG ⬅️
2) 2.74, ’24 CG vs WAS
3) 2.65, ’21 w4 vs KC
4) 2.61, ’22 w14 @ NYG
5) 2.48, ’24 w12 @ LAR
Eagles Best Games by EPA/Drive (2018-2025)
1) 2.84, ’25 w7 vs NYG ⬅️
2) 2.74, ’24 CG vs WAS
3) 2.65, ’21 w4 vs KC
4) 2.61, ’22 w14 @ NYG
5) 2.48, ’24 w12 @ LAR
Reposted by Nick Langan
Just some completely irresponsible speculation from a combination of local idiots and reporters who are respected nationally. The trade speculation made no sense from what Dombrowski said, team building, who Bryce is, or contractual situation. Just the dumbest people out there.
Bryce Harper has some thoughts on his mind: www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
Phillies star Bryce Harper ‘hurt’ by trade speculation after Dave Dombrowski’s comments
“I have given my all to Philly from the start,” Harper told The Athletic. “Now there is trade talk? I made every effort to avoid this."
www.nytimes.com
October 25, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Just some completely irresponsible speculation from a combination of local idiots and reporters who are respected nationally. The trade speculation made no sense from what Dombrowski said, team building, who Bryce is, or contractual situation. Just the dumbest people out there.
Reposted by Nick Langan
Wendell Lonergan joined Nautel nine years after the company’s inception in 1969. ⚓
In 2017, he helped the broadcast manufacturer negotiate a 2 MW AM transmitter purchase for Antenna Hungária.
Elle Kehres profiles a career Lonergan looks back on proudly.
In 2017, he helped the broadcast manufacturer negotiate a 2 MW AM transmitter purchase for Antenna Hungária.
Elle Kehres profiles a career Lonergan looks back on proudly.
Nautel's Wendell Lonergan Reflects on a Remarkable Career - Radio World
When Wendell Lonergan landed a job at Nautel fresh out of college in 1978, he didn't realize it would be the one and only job he would ever apply for.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Wendell Lonergan joined Nautel nine years after the company’s inception in 1969. ⚓
In 2017, he helped the broadcast manufacturer negotiate a 2 MW AM transmitter purchase for Antenna Hungária.
Elle Kehres profiles a career Lonergan looks back on proudly.
In 2017, he helped the broadcast manufacturer negotiate a 2 MW AM transmitter purchase for Antenna Hungária.
Elle Kehres profiles a career Lonergan looks back on proudly.
Tesla's 2026 entry-level Model Y Standard and Model 3 Standard trims will not come with either an AM or FM radio. NAB said in response that removing broadcast radio from vehicles is a "disservice to millions of drivers."
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
Tesla Tunes Out AM/FM in 2026 Standard Models - Radio World
The 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard and Model 3 Standard trims will not come with either an AM or FM radio.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Tesla's 2026 entry-level Model Y Standard and Model 3 Standard trims will not come with either an AM or FM radio. NAB said in response that removing broadcast radio from vehicles is a "disservice to millions of drivers."
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
My story for @radio-world.bsky.social. ⬇️
The annual Marconi Awards ceremony took place yesterday evening at the Edison Ballroom, prior to the start of NAB Show New York. 🏆
It was quite the night for Beasley Media's WMMR(FM), which takes back to Philadelphia three awards.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social 👇
It was quite the night for Beasley Media's WMMR(FM), which takes back to Philadelphia three awards.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social 👇
2025 NAB Marconi Radio Award Winners Unveiled - Radio World
The 2025 NAB Marconi Radio Awards honored the finest radio has to offer during a Tuesday ceremony for a standing-room only crowd at the Edison Ballroom.
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October 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The annual Marconi Awards ceremony took place yesterday evening at the Edison Ballroom, prior to the start of NAB Show New York. 🏆
It was quite the night for Beasley Media's WMMR(FM), which takes back to Philadelphia three awards.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social 👇
It was quite the night for Beasley Media's WMMR(FM), which takes back to Philadelphia three awards.
My story @radio-world.bsky.social 👇
Reposted by Nick Langan
It isn’t going to feel better if the Dodgers crush everyone, but the Phillies were a very small number of events away from beating them and I am not sure other teams really stand a chance
October 15, 2025 at 3:00 AM
It isn’t going to feel better if the Dodgers crush everyone, but the Phillies were a very small number of events away from beating them and I am not sure other teams really stand a chance