Matt Cord
If there’s one thing that defines Matt Cord, it’s his lifelong bond with Philadelphia radio, and with WMMR. After hosting mornings at WMGK since 2023 (following a two–and–a–half–year run in middays), Matt returns to the station where so much of his career was built. His history with MMR spans decades, from afternoons to evenings to an iconic stint in middays back in the mid-90s. In truth, he’s never been far from the MMR family tree.
Listeners know Matt for his upbeat energy, passion for classic rock, and unmistakable Philly spirit. Sports fans know him as well, the longtime in-arena voice of the Philadelphia 76ers, a role he’s proudly held for more than twenty years.
Matt shared heartfelt words about stepping into this next chapter, and about honoring his close friend Pierre:
“Although no one can step into those sparkling high-top Converse and fill them, I’ve known Pierre for 35 years. I was honored to do middays from 1994 to 1995 when Pierre moved to mornings in the wake-up and smell the karma days. Along with MMR’s listeners, I’ve had so many cool moments with The Duke.
The people who have worked at the station over the years have formed a brotherhood and sisterhood. Pierre was at the heart of it. Nobody replaces Pierre, and that needs to be clear. But this will be my third stint at MMR, and I was never far away. I promise to carry his amazing spirit into the studio that now bears his name and do my best to make him proud.”
WMMR Program Director Chuck Damico shared what Matt’s return means to the station:
“Losing Pierre so suddenly is something none of us ever imagined. Trying to figure out how to move forward and who could possibly follow him in middays has been incredibly challenging. We’re grateful that our longtime friend Matt is willing to take this on. He’s a 40-year Philly radio veteran, trusted, talented, welcoming, and beloved by the rock community. No one can replace Pierre, but Matt will make him proud. Bringing Matt back home is the first step in healing and moving forward.”
Listeners can expect the traditions they love to continue: Work Force Blocks with block requests from fans, and the daily 2:15 pm vinyl feature, now named “Pierre’s Vinyl Cut.” Matt will keep the Friday bells ringing and play the infamous Presidents coffee clip each week. And he’s adding something new to the mix: Lame Ass Trivia, a game he proudly admits to stealing years ago from fellow Y100 alum Preston Elliot.
Matt Cord’s connection to this city and to WMMR runs deep. This next chapter is undeniably bittersweet, but one thing is certain: we’re thrilled to welcome our friend back home to the MMR airwaves.
