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Philadelphia Sports Broadcaster Howard Eskin Departs WIP After Alleged Misconduct

The longtime radio host's exit follows reports of a physical altercation with a female colleague and prior allegations of inappropriate behavior.

  • Howard Eskin, a prominent Philadelphia sports radio host for 38 years, has left WIP-FM following allegations of misconduct.
  • Sources report that Eskin forcibly grabbed a female Audacy employee during a December altercation at Chickie’s & Pete’s restaurant after a remote broadcast.
  • This incident follows earlier allegations, including an unwelcome advance toward a Phillies employee, which resulted in bans from Citizens Bank Park and the Wells Fargo Center.
  • Eskin announced his departure on December 20, stating he was moving on, though reports suggest his exit was tied to the misconduct allegations.
  • Devan Kaney has been named as Eskin's replacement for Eagles sideline reporting, marking a shift in WIP's sports coverage.
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