The Obstructed View Podcast

After 25 plus years of being on the Philadelphia radio airwaves Anthony Gargano or Cuz as his listeners fondly refer to him has found a new platform on ALLPHLY.com. Gargano a true Philadelphia sports fan has spent most of his adult life talking or writing about sports. Anthony a writer at heart takes us through his journey from Temple University to Chicago to New York and back home. He tells us how important the support from his family & friends sent him on his way to follow his dreams. Anthony & I talk about being a 5 for 5 fan and how the Flyers & 76ers push into the playoffs. How the Phillies are scuffing through the start of the season and what the Eagles are going to do in the draft. We even talking a little soccer as the World Cup comes to Philadelphia this summer to celebrate America's 250 birthday. Please enjoy my Obstructed View with Anthony Gargano.

In this episode of The Obstructed View I sit down with Philadelphia's Fox 29 sports anchor Breland Moore. Growing up in the Lancaster area she developed her love of sports with her family particularly her grandfather by going to different sporting events. Breland found her way to Temple University and on North Broad she jumped in with both feet and got in involved with just about everything. She details how her desire to learn and get involved helped her deal with any self doubt or anxiety she may have had. Breland shares her journey from Scranton to Buffalo to Kansas City to her hometown city of Philadelphia. Breland tells us how she is still trying to improve herself and continues to be involved in all aspects of life and the community. We finally wrap up by getting a current look at the state of the Philadelphia sports teams. Please join me for my Obstructed View with Breland Moore.

Jeff Cole seemed to have nose for broadcasting early on and eventually brought his talents to Philadelphia & for 25 years broke stories as the investigative reporter for Fox 29. Jeff takes us on his journey as a youngster as 1 of 6 kids growing up in Southeastern Massachusetts and being a fan of the Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics & Bruins. We talk about the pros & cons of disseminating the news today versus the past. For over a quarter of a century Jeff has seen the best and the worst of the city and shares some of his stories while being a man of the people. Join me for my Obstructed View with Jeff Cole.

If you don't know Danny just pick a media platform. He can be seen on Apple TV calling MLS soccer games, then if you turn the channel to NBC or USA networks, you'll watch Danny's commentary on the English Premier League and his old club Manchester United among others. If you're in the car listening to satellite radio you will hear him on channel 84 soccer FC on the Football Show. Basically, Danny works like he did while he was a professional football player for 15 years in England and had to grind and out work others on the pitch. We dive into how the American youth soccer programs are broken with the pay to play model and some of the best players will never be developed because they'll never have the opportunity. We wrap up talking about the World Cup & it coming to Philadelphia his adopted hometown here in the states. We correlate the sports fandom of the people of Philadelphia & Manchester and how they are very similar with their blue collar work ethic & mentality. Enjoy my Obstructed View with former English Premier footballer Danny Higginbotham.

Laura & Emily grew up in Delaware County PA (Delco) with sports crazed families. Whether it was their parents rooting for the local teams or going to their brothers' games, both Emily & Laura cultivated a love for playing sports at a young age. These young ladies tell us how much family played a big role in their sporting journey & how they navigated the recruiting process and ended up at Temple University. Laura & Emily talk about how coach Bonnie Rosen provides the tools they need to be successful on the field, in the classroom & in life. Finally, we talk about how the team is set for a big season and how Temple Lax is ready to get back to the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2021. Please enjoy this Obstructed View with Laura & Emily. Go Owls!

Laura & Emily grew up in Delaware County PA (Delco) with sports crazed families. Whether it was their parents rooting for the local teams or going to their brothers' games, both Emily & Laura cultivated a love for playing sports at a young age. These young ladies tell us how much family played a big role in their sporting journey & how they navigated the recruiting process and ended up at Temple University. Laura & Emily talk about how coach Bonnie Rosen provides the tools they need to be successful on the field, in the classroom & in life. Finally, we talk about how the team is set for a big season and how Temple Lax is ready to get back to the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2021. Please enjoy this Obstructed View with Laura & Emily. Go Owls!

In this episode I get a chance to sit down with legendary St. Joe's & Big 5 basketball coach Phil Martelli. We talk about his Delco roots and his early thoughts about becoming a basketball coach. Phil talks about his lifelong friendship with UConn head coach Geno Auriemma and how his mentors at St. Joe's helped shape him into the coach he became. We discuss the historical 2003-04 season with the Hawks that went 27-0 during the regular season, before losing to Oklahoma State in the regional final. Please enjoy my Obstructed View with Phil Martelli as we finish up talking about his latest venture, Make a difference with Phil Martelli Podcast.

Born & raised in Delaware County Rob went to Msgr. Bonner then Temple University before he started his sports journey. Rob and I discuss how his early love of sports led to his drive to make talking about sports his career. He tells us how his hard work & dedication helped him climb the ladder through NBC sports Philadelphia & onto WIP radio. Rob gives us his Obstructed View on the Phillies drive to Red October & a preview of the Eagles search of another Super Bowl.

Lifetime friend Jim Bob McCaughan tells us how he went from the United State Army as a paratrooper to a Lansdowne Police officer and somehow was able to squeeze in close to a 100 Spartan races, triathlons or adventure races! Jim details his pride representing the USA in the World police & fire games in Barcelona in 2003, two years after 9/11. We talk about what drives him to this day as he is retired and just keeps on crushing it. Please enjoy my Obstructed View with Jim Bob McCaughan as he was even able to convince me to do a Spartan race with him in 2026!

This episode I talk with Dick "Hoops' Weiss who is born & bred Delco. Dick went to Upper Darby HS and then to Temple University before starting his legendary hall of fame sports writing career. Dick has written for the Philadelphia Daily News and the New York Post for over 40 years as college football & basketball writer and as a sports columnist. We talk about the glory years of Big 5 and the rocky patch it's having currently. Dick gives his opinion on NIL and talks about the many books he's co-authored, such as with Dick Vitale, Rick Pitino, Mike Krzyewski and John Calipari. Get ready to hit nothing but net with Dick "Hoops" Weiss on The Obstructed View Podcast.

Growing up in Long Island with a father who worked for the country's biggest & best sports talk radio station there was little doubt what Zach Gelb wanted to do in life. Zach took his ambition to Temple University in Philadelphia and then out worked & hustled his way to WIP then 97.5 the Fanatic. Later he moved to CBS sports radio and other sport outlets along the way carving out a meteoric rise to having his own sports talk show on Sirius/XM Infinity Sports network channel 375 The Zach Gelb Show. There Zach speaks on the biggest topics of the day and talks with some of the biggest names in sports like Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer & NFL Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis. Join me with my Obstructed View with Zach Gelb.

In this episode we speak with Del Val University women's head coach, Delco Goat AAU program co-founder Lauren Stackhouse. We talk about her love of athletics growing up in King of Prussia and staring on the Upper Merion basketball team. Her journey continued to Del Val University then we fast forward to present day as she is the head coach for the women's basketball team. In between she talks about coaching her 3 daughters and the wonderful ride as head coach at WC Bayard Rustin High School with her daughter Riley who is still playing college basketball. Lauren speaks about the importance of youth sports & mental health for young girls and excited she is for year 2 as HC at Del Val. Please join us for this Obstructed View with Lauren Stackhouse.

In this episode I speak with English football legend Rodney Marsh. Rodney talks about his humble roots growing up in London and developing his football skills as a youngster, then rising through the ranks at the youth academy till he made his storybook professional debut with Fulham. We talk about his career in England where he scored over 200 goals & then the opportunity to spread the game in America in the late 70's with the Tampa Bay Rowdies. Rodney one never to shy away from an opinion talks about the USA men's national team heading into the World Cup in North America next year in 2026. Have fun listening to my Obstructed View with Rodney Marsh!

This week's episode of the Obstructed View podcast we sit down with the legendary Verne Lundquist. Verne tells us how he started broadcasting at Texas Lutheran University and then proceeded to have a sports broadcasting career that spanned over 60 years. We get into his memorable moments calling the NFL, SEC, NCAA tourney and of course the Masters. Join me in listening to the "Golden Voice" of Verne Lundquist in this Obstructed View.

In this episode of the Obstructed View, I sit down with soccer broadcasting legend Tommy Smyth. Tommy tells us how he immigrated to New York from Ireland and how he eventually landed his dream job commentating European Championship soccer matches on ESPN. Along the way we discuss his time with the Philadelphia Union and some of the legendary matches he called in the Champions League & World Cup finals. So, sit back and raise a pint and enjoy my obstructed view with Tommy Smyth.

In this episode of the Obstructed View, I sit down with my friend Ed Bonett. Ed is a lifelong baseball fan who grew up in South Philadelphia and spent his youth playing and learning the game. We talk about the influence of that his family had on him with baseball and how he has had that same influence on his boys and wife. Ed has spent a lifetime giving back to the community coaching teams in South Philly and his sons teams as they grew up in the burbs. Sit back and enjoy my favorite crooner tell us some of his favorite memories and his feeling on the 2025 Philadelphia Phillies. Now sing to me Eddie!

In this special episode of the Obstructed View. I speak with US Track Star & 2024 Paris Olympian Allie Wilson. Allie tells about growing up with the special bond with her sports enthused family, running track and playing soccer as a youngster. She talks about her journey from Strath Haven high school to Monmouth University and she focused on herself then saw her speed increase & times get better. We head towards the tape discussing her professional track career and how she qualified for the 2024 Olympic games in Paris. Listen & enjoy this Obstructed View with Allie Wilson.

I kick off season 2 with Philadelphia sports radio legend Glen Macnow. Glen goes through his sport journalism career from his Buffalo roots to his arrival in Philadelphia at the Inquirer. His 31 years at WIP radio, Glen tells us about some of his favorite moments at the station and his memorable sporting moments. Now retired Glen isn't showing any signs of slowing down as he is writing, performing in local theater and still hosting What's Brewing on NBC sports Philadelphia. Please enjoy my obstructed view with Glen Macnow.

In this Boxing Day episode of The Obstructed View, I sit down with my friend Paul Howard to discuss his football journey with his hometown club Manchester City. Paul details his early days going to matches with his father and brother seeing City fight relegation for years to finally watching the Blues raise the Premier League trophy. We also discuss the scary similarities between English & Philadelphia sports fans as well as his days with the Philadelphia Union giving back to the community. Please enjoy my Obstructed View with Paul.

In this week's episode of the Obstructed View Podcast, I speak with Collin DiGalbo about his football journey. From Monsignor Bonner High School to Kutztown University to across the pond playing for the Ancona Dolphins in Italy. Collin tells us how his family was a special part of his journey and that his love of football brought him back to Bonner to help coach and be a part of the state championship this year. Join me for my Obstructed View with Collin, you may even pick up some cooking tips! Ciao!

In this week's episode of The Obstructed View Podcast, I speak with my good friend Kevin Haney who seems to be the man who does it all. Kevin has had appearances on Preston & Steve, The Today Show plus The Kelly Clarkson Show but this may his be his most important interview yet! We talk about his love of basketball and his origin story, growing up in South West Philly and how important his parents were in his life. Kevin shares his coaching journey and how he handles the balance of coaching and being a parent of young kids playing sports now. Please enjoy my obstructed view with Kevin.

In this special episode I give you my Obstructed View of the 1st ever 12 team College Football Playoff. I break down how the teams got there and how SMU got in over Alabama. We have some amazing match ups with Texas v Clemson & Tennessee v Ohio St. in the first round. We have Oregon and Georgia getting the top two seeds with upstarts Boise St. & Arizona St also getting first rounds byes. No matter where you went to school or who you root for, this college football playoff is going to be amazing! So, buckle up your chin strap and enjoy my Obstructed View!

This episode I sit down with Jules Raucci to discuss his sports journey as an All-Delco running back at Academy Park to one of the founders of the D.E.L.C.O. Goats AAU basketball club. Jules takes us down memory lane to the Folcroft Youth Club and talks about his daughter Mia's success playing lacrosse at the University of Maryland. I hope you enjoy my Obstructed View with Jules.

This weeks guest ⁠Tim McKee⁠ gives us a preview of the Philadelphia 76ers and tells us how he put the work in to go from rec league player to become all catholic at Monsignor Bonner and Neumann University basketball HoF. Enjoy my Obstructed View of the Philadelphia 76ers.

I spoke with Laura Scaperotto about her childhood growing up in Sharon Hill Delaware County and how it helped mold her love of basketball. From there she kept that competitive spirit and brought it to the water where she has developed a new love for paddle racing. Over the last several years Laura has raced in Thailand, Italy and across the US where she has claimed a gold medal for team USA and numerous friendships that keep her striving for the next challenge. Please enjoy my Obstructed View with Laura.

This episode we preview the 2024-25 Philadelphia Flyers with longtime hockey fan Nick Verrillo. Nick talks about how he developed his love of hockey with his dad growing up in suburban Philadelphia and how watching the Flyers make their Stanley Cup run in 2009-2010 was such an unexpected thrill. Nick breaks down year three for John Tortorella as Head Coach of the orange & black and who will be the main contributors for this young team. Sit back and enjoy Nick's obstructed view!

In this episode longtime friend Tim Gilligan takes us on journey from growing up in Sharon Hill Pennsylvania through the Mountains of Colorado fighting through the pain asking what's next? Tim talks about how his decision to go to the Williamson College of the Trades helped him to prepare for life mentally and how that mental preparation helped him focus on new heights bicycle racing and ultra marathoning. Tim has come full circle by giving back to the community and is ready for any challenge coming his way.

In this episode of Obstructed View we sit down with Jeffrey Conner who was a National Player of the year in Lacrosse coming out of Strath Haven High School and would go on to win 2 National Championships with the University of Virginia in 2019 & 2021. Jeff talks with us about his journey in youth athletics and his time as an elite level athlete. Please forgive Jeff for his football fandom since it's his father's fault.

Amy joins my Obstructed View to discuss her love of Philadelphia sports and the meaning it has to her family. We talk about how her childhood relationships helped forge her love of basketball and Mo Cheeks. Now as a wife and mother of 3 boys, rooting for Philadelphia sports teams is a strong family bond for the Shaw's.

I interview my high school friend from Monsignor Bonner, Chris Romanelli. Chris grew up and in Delaware County and is a huge Philadelphia sports fan but his first love is the Eagles. I ask Chris how he became a mega Birds fan as he details his journey from the 700 level at the Vet to becoming the the Eagles fan of the year, representing the team in Minneapolis for Super Bowl 52. We talk about his involvement with Eagles autism foundation and more.

On this pilot episode of Obstructed View I'll be discussing my love of sports and how it came to be, growing up in suburban Philadelphia. We talk about being a 5 for 5 fan of the 76ers, Phillies, Eagles Flyers & Union and my love of the Temple University Owls along with some college football. The podcast will have interviews with some of my favorite sports fans and what made them fans of their favorite teams.