Local Radio Veteran Returns to WMMR Midday Slot
Philadelphia's iconic 93.3 WMMR has announced that radio veteran Matt Cord will be taking over as midday host, starting December 1st. The news comes after the passing of beloved disc jockey Pierre Robert, a staple at the station for nearly five decades.
Cord, who is also the current morning host at sister station 102.9 WMGK, has expressed his commitment to honoring Robert's legacy in his new role. "Although no one can step into those sparkling high-top Converse and fill them," Cord said, "I've known Pierre for 35 years." He promised to carry Robert's spirit into the studio, striving to make him proud.
Cord's return marks a significant shift for WMMR, which has been navigating the void left by Robert's passing. Program Director Chuck Damico acknowledged that it's been an "incredibly challenging" time for the station but expressed gratitude for Cord's willingness to take on the responsibility. Damico praised Cord as a 40-year Philadelphia radio veteran, describing him as "talented, welcoming, and trusted."
Cord brings extensive experience in local radio, having started his career in New York at Long Island's 106.1 WBLI and later WDRE (formerly WLIR). He has worked extensively with WMMR, hosting shows such as alt-rock show "Planet M" and serving on the station's morning team.
As a lifelong Sixers fan, Cord also serves as the team's PA announcer, having joined in 1998. This new role marks his third stint at WMMR, which boasts a mainstream rock format that consistently tops Nielsen ratings in the Philadelphia market.
To celebrate Robert's legacy, WMMR will hold a tribute concert on December 17th at the Fillmore Philadelphia in Fishtown, featuring notable acts such as Shinedown, Halestorm, and Collective Soul.
Philadelphia's iconic 93.3 WMMR has announced that radio veteran Matt Cord will be taking over as midday host, starting December 1st. The news comes after the passing of beloved disc jockey Pierre Robert, a staple at the station for nearly five decades.
Cord, who is also the current morning host at sister station 102.9 WMGK, has expressed his commitment to honoring Robert's legacy in his new role. "Although no one can step into those sparkling high-top Converse and fill them," Cord said, "I've known Pierre for 35 years." He promised to carry Robert's spirit into the studio, striving to make him proud.
Cord's return marks a significant shift for WMMR, which has been navigating the void left by Robert's passing. Program Director Chuck Damico acknowledged that it's been an "incredibly challenging" time for the station but expressed gratitude for Cord's willingness to take on the responsibility. Damico praised Cord as a 40-year Philadelphia radio veteran, describing him as "talented, welcoming, and trusted."
Cord brings extensive experience in local radio, having started his career in New York at Long Island's 106.1 WBLI and later WDRE (formerly WLIR). He has worked extensively with WMMR, hosting shows such as alt-rock show "Planet M" and serving on the station's morning team.
As a lifelong Sixers fan, Cord also serves as the team's PA announcer, having joined in 1998. This new role marks his third stint at WMMR, which boasts a mainstream rock format that consistently tops Nielsen ratings in the Philadelphia market.
To celebrate Robert's legacy, WMMR will hold a tribute concert on December 17th at the Fillmore Philadelphia in Fishtown, featuring notable acts such as Shinedown, Halestorm, and Collective Soul.
. It sounds like WMMR is taking good care of his legacy by having Matt Cord take over the midday slot. I've heard great things about Cord's radio skills - he seems like a talented guy who's been doing this for a long time. 40 years in Philly radio is no joke, you know? 
It'll be interesting to see how Cord balances honoring Robert's memory with his own style, but I'm sure he'll do a great job. The tribute concert on Dec 17th sounds like it's gonna be lit 
! Fishtown's Fillmore is always a sick venue... can't wait to see some awesome bands perform there!
. I'm excited to hear him on WMMR again, it's gonna be epic! And can we talk about how awesome the lineup is for the tribute concert? Shinedown and Halestorm are gonna bring the house down!!! 
So they're bringing back Matt Cord to fill Pierre Robert's shoes... like that's gonna be easy? I mean, 35 years of knowing each other isn't exactly the same as being his protégé or partner in crime. Still, I suppose it's good that WMMR is trying to keep things local and honoring their history. But let's not get too carried away - Cord's been around for a hot second longer than Robert, so I'm not sure he's the best fit... just saying 
. Can he bring that same energy to 12-3 PM? and what's with the tribute concert thing? it feels like they're just trying to cling to Pierre Robert's legacy instead of forging their own way 
. still, i guess it's good to have some local flavor in the midday slot 
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Like, how are they gonna make sure his legacy lives on while also keeping things fresh for listeners? That's a tough one...
he's literally a legend in philly radio scene and I'm sure he'll bring the heat with his 40+ years of experience 
. i love that they're paying tribute to pierre robert with a concert on dec 17 tho, gonna be a really cool way to celebrate his legacy 
but wmmr needs to step up their tribute concert game, fillmore philly is already takin over on december 17th 
just saw this news about Matt Cord taking over Pierre Robert's midday slot at WMMR... kinda feel bad for Pierre's family but glad they're getting to celebrate his legacy with a tribute concert 
can't wait to see shinedown live!