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Something to Say

Jack McCallum shares commentary as a Lehigh Valley resident about a wide range of events and figures, both recent and old.

  1. 20

    How the Weight of Social Media Posts Could Affect a Campaign | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum examines a local political candidate's old social media posts that recently resurfaced and how they could affect the upcoming election.

  2. 19

    Why Athletes' Romantic Relationships Are Everyone's Business | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum explains why one of the biggest stories of the WNBA Draft revolves around two players' possible romantic relationship.

  3. 18

    There's More than One Way to Kanoodle | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum talks about a recent scandal in which a journalist and NFL coach were caught kanoodling, and explains why this isn't the only case of questionable ethics in journalism.

  4. 17

    Bethlehem: The Epitome of the American Mood? | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum examines a London-based newspaper's pick of Bethlehem for a series that looks at the "mood of the American people" during Donald Trump's second term.

  5. 16

    Is Tiger Woods on the Back 9? | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum examines Tiger Woods' recent car crash and questions whether it's just one sign of a bigger problem.

  6. 15

    How Are the Phillies Looking this Year? | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum gives his predictions for the upcoming Phillies baseball season following an offseason with very few roster changes.

  7. 14

    Building March Madness Brackets and Pools | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum explains the best way to put together a March Madness pool with your friends and family, and reveals why sports knowledge doesn't really give people an advantage.

  8. 13

    Are Writers More Vulnerable to Scams? | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum shares some of the flattering compliments he's been emailed recently about his writing, and shares the secret scams behind them.

  9. 12

    The Presidential Phone Call and Visit | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum talks about the recent controversy around President Trump's call to the U.S. Men's Hockey team, and the political act of welcoming champions to the White House.

  10. 11

    Writing Romance for a Novel | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum talks about the manuscript he recently finished for a novel, and explains why writing the romantic scenes has been the most difficult part.

  11. 10

    Calling It Splitsville with the Postal Service | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum explains why he's dropped his longtime duty as cheerleader for the U.S. Postal Service.

  12. 9

    Lindsey Vonn's Failed but Noble Crusade | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum tries to reason with alpine ski legend Lindsey Vonn's decision to make a comeback at this year's Olympics, which ended in a remarkable crash and injury.

  13. 8

    Why We Actually Love Snow Storms | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum explains why he believes most people actually love massive snow storms, despite the inconveniences it creates.

  14. 7

    How LeBron James Outshined the Pressure | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum recalls the first Sports Illustrated cover story he wrote about LeBron James, and how the basketball star proved him wrong.

  15. 6

    The 5:00 Drink | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum discusses his and his wife's nightly ritual of sharing a drink, and discusses the stereotypical image of authors and journalists who imbibe too much.

  16. 5

    The Greatest Moment in Hockey History | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum talks about the toughest Flyers team of all time, and tells the story of the hockey game that epitomized the Cold War.

  17. 4

    "You Play to Win the Game!": The Eagles' Playoff Hopes | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum shares his disapproval over the Eagles' choice not to play their starters in their final regular season game, and makes his prediction for the playoffs.

  18. 3

    The Musicians We Lost in 2025 | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum looks back on the musicians we lost in 2025, and explains why those losses are the hardest for him.

  19. 2

    A Human Christmas Eve Tradition | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum talks about the man who's led Christmas Eve services and a congregation in his hometown for as long as he can remember.

  20. 1

    The Value of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' | Something to Say

    Jack McCallum explains why he's not so convinced by the Peanuts movies, and talks about the comic artist who should've had a bigger name.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Jack McCallum shares commentary as a Lehigh Valley resident about a wide range of events and figures, both recent and old.

HOSTED BY

WDIY 88.1 FM

Produced by WDIY | Lehigh Valley Public Radio

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Jack McCallum shares commentary as a Lehigh Valley resident about a wide range of events and figures, both recent and old.

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