Sports talk host Jon Marks is returning to 97.5 The Fanatic on Monday to take over the midday slot left open by the departure of Mike Missanelli, who was laid off by station owner Beasley Media Group last month.

Marks made the announcement Thursday on the station's afternoon show. He'll start Monday in the 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. slot.

"Jon's talent, credibility, and connection with Philadelphia sports fans are second to none," 97.5 The Fanatic program director Scott Masteller said in a statement. "His energy and insight make him the perfect fit to lead our midday lineup."

The station added that Marks brings a "trusted and familiar voice" back to its weekday programming.

Marks first worked at 97.5 The Fanatic from 2005 to 2016, starting out as a producer before co-hosting morning and midda

See Full Page