Dan Baker, currently in his 51st season as the Philadelphia Phillies' public address announcer, joins the show today! Baker shares the story of his hiring by Bill Giles, aspects of his craft, his recent health issues and goals for the future (Hint: only two other PA announcers have served their MLB organizations longer...).

Baker's tenure with the Phillies has included six World Series (1980, 1983, 1993, 2008, 2009 & 2022) and two All-Star Games (1976 & 1996). He has also worked professionally as the Philadelphia Eagles' PA announcer (1985-2014) including 3 NFC Championship Games (2002, 2003 & 2004) and for many years with Philadelphia Big 5 basketball & Drexel Men's basketball among other endeavors.

Baker has spent his entire life in the Tri-State Area (born in Philadelphia, grew up in Mt. Ephraim, NJ, graduated from Audubon High School, achieved his undergraduate degree from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) & earned his master's degree at Temple University. 

Sports clip: Rob Thomson (Manager, Philadelphia Phillies) MLB.com

Dan Baker, currently in his 51st season as the Philadelphia Phillies' public address announcer, joins the show today! Baker shares the story of his hiring by Bill Giles, aspects of his craft, his recent health issues and goals for the future (Hint: only two other PA announcers have served their MLB organizations longer...).
Baker's tenure with the Phillies has included six World Series (1980, 1983, 1993, 2008, 2009 &amp; 2022) and two All-Star Games (1976 &amp; 1996). He has also worked professionally as the Philadelphia Eagles' PA announcer (1985-2014) including 3 NFC Championship Games (2002, 2003 &amp; 2004) and for many years with Philadelphia Big 5 basketball &amp; Drexel Men's basketball among other endeavors.
Baker has spent his entire life in the Tri-State Area (born in Philadelphia, grew up in Mt. Ephraim, NJ, graduated from Audubon High School, achieved his undergraduate degree from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) &amp; earned his master's degree at Temple University. 
Sports clip: Rob Thomson (Manager, Philadelphia Phillies) MLB.com

From the legendary WFIL studios in Philadelphia, The Tim DeMoss Show welcomes church and community leaders, artists, athletes, noted musicians and authors. Yes, it's a Philly thing but all are welcomed.

From the legendary WFIL studios in Philadelphia, The Tim DeMoss Show welcomes church and community leaders, artists, athletes, noted musicians and authors. Yes, it's a Philly thing but all are welcomed.

From the legendary WFIL studios in Philadelphia, the Tim DeMoss Show welcomes church and community leaders, artists, athletes, noted musicians and authors. Yes, it's a Philly thing but all are welcomed.

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The Tim DeMoss Show aims to walk alongside believers in Jesus as they continue on their journey with Him while building bridges with those who have not yet believed, encouraging them to consider Him and put their trust in Him. Interviews with church and community leaders&hellip;artists, athletes and authors&hellip;local and national. Timely information. Weather. Sports. Contests too.

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Dan Baker, legendary Philadelphia Phillies Public Address Announcer

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