Middays with Marks: Jon Marks Returns Home as the New Midday Personality at 97.5 The Fanatic

Philadelphia, PA (9/25/25): Beasley Media Group announces that Middays with Marks is coming to 97.5 The Fanatic (WPEN-FM) in Philadelphia, as Jon Marks returns home as the new Midday Personality. Marks, a longtime Fanatic voice and respected Philadelphia sports broadcaster, will officially begin his new role from 10AM - 2PM weekdays starting Monday, September 29, 2025.

Marks is no stranger to The Fanatic. He served as Executive Producer and Co-Host of The Mike Missanelli Show on the station, after beginning his career as Producer of the Sports Radio 950 Morning Show from 2006-2008. The sports radio veteran also co-hosted Gargano in the Morning, the Jon and Sean Show with Sean Brace, Bruno and Marks with Tony Bruno and Baldy and Marks with Brian Baldinger from 2012-2016 on 97.5 The Fanatic. Most recently, he co-hosted the Marks and Reese Show with Ike Reese on 94 WIP from 2017-2023 and hosted the syndicated Jon Marks Show on CBS Sports Radio.

"Jon Marks is a proven leader and a trusted voice in Philadelphia sports," said Paul Blake, Vice President and Market Manager of Beasley Media Group Philadelphia. "His credibility, passion, and connection with our audience will be instrumental in driving The Fanatic's continued growth and success in the market."

"We are thrilled to have Jon Marks take over middays at The Fanatic," said Scott Masteller, Program Director. "Jon's talent, credibility, and connection with Philadelphia sports fans are second to none. His energy and insight make him the perfect fit to lead our midday lineup."

"I'm beyond excited for this opportunity," said Jon Marks. "Philadelphia is the best sports city in the country, and the fans here are as passionate as they come. To be able to talk sports with them every day in this new time slot is an honor, and I can't wait to bring that same energy and passion to middays on The Fanatic."