In the greater Philadelphia area, we are fortunate enough to have some of the best food in the world right in our backyard — if not the very best food in the entire world. Cheesesteaks, hoagies, pretzels, Italian food, pizza, and so much more. Oh, and I can’t forget everyone’s favorite brand of chips — Herr’s Potato Chips!

Now, I know everyone has their favorite flavor of Herr’s, whether that be barbecue, salt and vinegar, sour cream and onion, or just the classic potato chip! However, we can all agree there is not a better brand of chip on the market than Herr’s!

Well, yesterday, after my shift on The Matt Cord Show With Steve Vassalotti, I hit the road to Nottingham, PA, the home of the Herr’s Snack Factory.

Few things in the world are as good as a fresh, hot Herr’s chip, but I was actually there for a fun video shoot with myself, my good friend Andie Summers from XTU, and the president and CEO of Herr’s, Ed Herr!

The video shoot was for a commercial involving The Salvation Army and the upcoming holiday season, and I can’t wait for you guys to see it! I have really taken my on-screen abilities to a new level following our video shoot for the Whole Lotta Loot contest last month!

Each year, Herr’s, The Salvation Army, WMGK, and WXTU, join forces to help collect toys for children in need. It is a great cause backed by a handful of great companies, so it is always a successful initiative!

So as the weather starts to turn to the colder side and the holiday season approaches, be sure to keep an eye out for the iconic Salvation Army red kettle out front of your favorite stores, and donate whatever you can by your means of living! Anything helps no matter how big or how small!

Oh, and look out for that commercial coming soon!

There are just four days left in the summer — at least officially according to the calendar that says the last day of the season is September 23rd. For some people, summer unofficially ends after Labor Day Weekend, but for me, my summer unofficially ended with a bang over the weekend at MGK Big Gig 2023!

On Sunday, we had yet another successful MGK Big Gig, and it might have been the best one yet! From the live broadcasts to hanging with fans, to the performances by the legendary musical guests, it was definitely a day to remember!

The live performances included Uncle Kracker, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and ZZ-Top, and they were the perfect acts to have taken the stage on a Sunday in the late summer.

Tony Harris, Andre Gardner, and then Steve Vassalotti and I all broadcasted live throughout the day. Of course, I have to send a huge shout-out to all of you who stopped by our broadcast booth on the Walt Whitman side of the Freedom Mortgage Pavillion!

Then, Steve and I were lucky enough to get to go on stage in between Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ-Top, and it was a thrill to look out into the crowd and see so many loyal WMGK listeners in attendance! We even got to get on the microphone and say hello to the MGK Big Gig crowd!

Below I will share some of my favorite moments I captured throughout the day and post some pictures and videos for you all to relive the day if you were there, or see it from my perspective if you were unable to make it this year!

Somehow, each year the MGK Big Gig continues to get better and better, and I can’t wait to see what is in store for next year’s show. I know it will be amazing!

The Matt Cord Show With Steve Vassalotti broadcasting live at MGK Big Gig 2023. The show had a blast broadcasting in front of tons of MGK fans!

Matt Cord and Steve Vassalotti saying hi to to crowd at MGK Big Gig. So many loyal WMGK listeners were in attendance this year.

Matt Cord and Steve Vassalotti posing for a picture on stage at MGK Big Gig. Look at all the people having a great time in the background in the crowd!

Our friends over at Live Nation added a nice touch to this year's MGK Big Gig. They wish Bill Weston a happy retirement at his last Big Gig.

Some amazing faces in the crowd at MGK Big Gig that look like they are having a ton of fun! Do you see yourself?

Look at all those hands in the air at MGK Big Gig. I wonder what song was playing?

The sign outside of Freedom Mortgage Pavillon in Camden advertising MGK Big Gig 2023. The performances by the legendary bands were worth the wait!

While backstage, I had the chance to see some of the traveling gear for Lynyrd Skynyrd on tour. Look how big this case is for the left bass drum alone.

Lynyrd Skynyrd's instruments all packed in their traveling gear. Look at that cool logo surrounding it all.

The sound board on stage at MGK Big Gig 2023. The sound engineer did a great job all day making sure all the bands sounded great. Plus, all the WMGK talent like Steve and I.

The merch stand was plentiful at MGK Big Gig 2023. There was merch for Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ-Top, and Uncle Kracker!

Shriner's Children had a raffle at MGK Big Gig 2023. The winner received a sign guitar, that looks absolutely beautiful.

While at MGK Big Gig 2023, I saw my other employer's logo popping out like the Batman sign shining during a dangerous night in Gotham. The 76ers practice facility is literally right next door to the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion.

The Big Gig logo shining bright on the big screen at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion. Just in case anyone forgot who put that amazing day together!

Barb's Harley Davidson getting some screen time at MGK Big Gig 2023. Always good to see our advertiser friends getting some screen time!

Hey, look there! Another one of our advertiser friends getting some screen time. Meineke Car Care is the place to be for any care issue.

The trifecta of our advertiser friends making it onto the big screen. A huge thanks to the people at Hutchinson.