Philly’s Fanatic Feeling Fairly Unfiltered
• Beasley Sports-Talk WPEN (97.5 The Fanatic)/Philadelphia announces the launch of its new afternoon drive show — Unfiltered with Ricky Bo and Bill Colarulo debuts Monday, June 9, and rolls weekdays from 2-6pm.
Ricky Bottalico (right) is a former Major League pitcher and longtime TV analyst, provides an insider’s edge to the conversation. Bill Colarulo (left) joined The Fanatic in January 2024, brings with him a background as a former trial attorney, combined with his deep knowledge of Philadelphia sports and meticulous on-air preparation.
“Ricky and Bill’s ability to connect with our audience through compelling insight and thoughtful commentary make them the perfect team for afternoons on The Fanatic,” said Paul Blake, VP/Cluster Manager for Beasley Philly. “Their chemistry is undeniable, and we’re confident they’ll deliver a must-listen experience every afternoon on The Fanatic.”
No less excited about this new pairing is Scott Masteller, Program Director of 97.5 The Fanatic, who exclaimed, “I’m thrilled to bring Ricky and Bill together for afternoons on The Fanatic. Ricky’s passion, energy, and deep knowledge of the game, combined with Bill’s sharp analysis and connection with our audience, make for a dynamic duo that’s going to resonate with Philly sports fans in a big way.”
“I’ve never been one to sugarcoat things, and that’s exactly what this show is about — raw, real, and unfiltered,” said Bottalico. “Philly fans deserve honesty, and Bill and I are here to give it to them straight — no fluff, just great sports talk.”
Colarulo commented, “This city lives and breathes sports, and getting the chance to be part of that conversation every afternoon with Ricky is something I don’t take for granted. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity and can’t wait to bring passionate, informed, and entertaining Philly sports talk to our listeners every day.”
