Baseball PhD (enhanced M4A)

Ed Kasputis interviews New York Times columnist, Harvey Araton about his book, Driving Mr. Yogi.

As we prepare for the 2022 Field of Dreams Game, Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about the upcoming game and what happened at this year's MLB trade deadline. Lastly we remember and honor the legacy of baseball's greatest play by play announcer, Vin Scully.

Greatest Baseball Sportscaster of All Time Our PhD Committee honors Vin Scully (1927 – 2022) as the greatest baseball sportscaster of all time. Ed, Farley and Mark then explore the life of Scully and listen to some of his greatest clips.  Ed then interviews Dodger faithful and English Professor, Frank Ardolino about Scully.  We then […]

Will the Cards catch the Brewers and or is a 2nd place finish in the NL Central inevitable? Ed Kasputis interviews Josey Curtis from vivaelbirdos.com about this year's Cardinals.

Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interview baseball historian, Craig Brown about Moses Fleetwood Walker (1856 – 1924) and Weldy Walker (1860 – 1937), who were the first two African American professional baseball players.

Kris Bryant is back. Can the Rockies make a run? Ed Kasputis interviews baseball author, John Vampatella about many things baseball.

On September 18, 2010, Ed Kasputis got his Baseball PhD by visiting his 30th Major League Ballpark – Target Field. Our PhD Committee examines Ed about his 40 year journey though the baseball world and life.

With the best record in the National League, Dodger fans want more. Don't they realize that while the Angels play to the South, baseball heaven is at Chavez Ravine? Ed Kasputis interviews Matt Moreno from dodgerblue.com about the Dodgers and upcoming MLB All-Star Game.

In 2012, our PhD Committee went to the final game of the World Series to be a Witness to a Sweep.  First Farley pays a bet then Ed, Farley & Dave play baseball at Tiger Stadium and meet Joe Michnuk from the Navin Field Grounds Crew.  Then it's time to head to Comerica Park to […]

The Dbacks are improving but still light years behind the Dodgers. Ed Kasputis interviews Jim McLennan from azsnakepit.com about the plight of the Diamondbacks.

Ed Kasputis interviews baseball writer and author, Zack Hample about his book, Watching Baseball Smarter.

The Guardians are battling for first place despite having the smallest payroll in the AL Central and the youngest MLB roster. Can it continue? We observe and debate.

Ed Kasputis interviews Jason Siemer about his song, A World of Orioles Baseball.

So far, the Rays are less good than we thought but could still be a playoff team. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about this year's Rays.

Ed Kasputis interviews award winning humorist and author, Hart Seely from his battle pod about his book, The JuJu Rul

Happy Juneteenth! Who can catch the first place Astros? Ed Kasputis interviews William Metzger from crawfishboxes.com about the ‘Stros.

The Famous San Diego Chicken is the Babe Ruth of sports mascots.  During this 39 minute interview, you'll better understand how the genius of Ted Giannoulas has forever changed our ball park experience.

Can the Brewers win the NL Central as they hit a rough patch with injuries and losing streaks? Ed Kasputis interview Jack Stern from brewcrewball.com about the current state of the Brewers.

Ed Kasputis interviews Colin Cerniglia, the founder and CEO of the Talent 409 Leadership Academy about his new book, Culture of Excellence.

The Twins are in first-place much to our surprise. Ed Kasputis interviews former Twins minor league announcer, Marshall Kelner about this year's Twins and the prospects that he covered in the Minors who have now made it to The Show.

Is T.V. killing baseball?  On October 9, 1916, the Boston Red Sox defeated the Brooklyn Robins in Game 2 of the World Series in 14 innings.  The game lasted two hours and thirty minutes.  On October 26, 2018, the Red Sox defeated the Dodgers in 18 innings.  This game last seven hours and twenty minutes. […]

Tom Seaver has his statute. The Mets are in first but have some key injuries. Ed Kasputis interviews Mark C. Healey from Gothambaseball.com about this year's Mets.

On June 5, 1948, Babe Ruth met future President George H.W. Bush on the ball fields of Yale.  We remember and honor the legacy of both of these great Americans who have impacted our lives, our culture and our country.  Our podcast concludes as Ed Kasputis interviews author, Jerry Amernic on his book, Babe Ruth […]

Can the Phillies make a run while the Mets are injured and not having fun? We interview Rich Baxter from the Fightin Phillies podcast.

Ed Kasputis interviews Steve Schuster, voice of the Winnipeg Goldeyes about an unforgettable Game 4 of the 2017 American Association Championship Series.

Howard Terminal or Vegas, what is the future of the A's? We debate as Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast.

Fatherhood, baseball, romance and family – those are the themes of Kelli's Pine. We break our mold as Ed Kasputis interviews our first fiction author, Jay Grochowski about his great new book, Kelli's Pine.

The Nats are in last but they hope their rebuild will be fast. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB podcast about all things Nationals including Juan Soto.

Our PhD Committee reviews the history of sign stealing and the recent development that the Houston Astros have been accused of improper sign stealing from 2017 through 2019.

Are the Rangers upward bound with Cory Seager or will it just be more of the same with a higher payroll? We discuss as Mark and Ed call Farley while he seeks his most memorable cup of coffee.

Let's learn about the woman who called Babe Ruth “daddy” as author Jerry Amernic interviews Babe Ruth's daughter, Julia Ruth Stevens who passed away this year at the age of 102.

We're in Pittsburgh where PNC Park is the star. Will the Pirates improve? We debate as Ed Kasputis interviews Joe Connor aka Mr. Sports Travel about things to do in Pittsburgh.

Ed Kasputis interviews author Jim Collins about his updated book, The Last Best League.

Welcome to Miami! Can the Fish swim throughout the NL East in 2022 as the Braves, Mets & Phillies have payrolls over $200 million dollars? Ed interviews Craig Calcaterra about his new book, Rethinking Fandom: How to beat the Sports-Industrial Complex…

Ed Kasputis interviews children's author, Dan Gutman about his book, Ray & Me.

He knocked in the winning run on Opening Day. The Bobby Witt Jr. era has begun. With the added experience of Zack Greinke, will the Royals make a dramatic improvement? Ed Kasputis interviews Professor Bruce Bukiet from the New Jersey Institute of Technology about the 2022 season and his predictions for each team.

In 2013, Ed Kasputis interviewed first year owner, Ken Babby of the Akron RubberDucks about what he learned during his first year of owning the Cleveland Indians AA affiliate.

Javier Baez, Miguel Cabrera and Spencer Torkelson, can this year's Tigers bring hope to the Motor City? Ed Kasputis interviews MLB.com Tiger beat writer, Jason Beck for the answers.

In 2013, Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interviewed baseball's youngest professional manager, 29 year old Drew Saylor about what he learned as the first year manager for the short-season Class A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, the Tri-City Dust Devils.

We honor the World Champion Atlanta Braves as Ed Kasputis interviews Atlanta baseball writer, Bennett Hipp about this year's Bravos. Can the Braves repeat?

Ed Kasputis interviews Nick Gandy from the Florida Sports Foundation about the Grapefruit League.

Spring Training has sprung as we cover the most recent MLB Free Agent signings with Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB podcast.

Ed Kasputis interviews award-winning writer and filmmaker, Brian Biegel about his documentary, Miracle Ball – The Fate of Bobby Thomson's Legendary 1951 Home Run Ball.

We celebrate as the Players and Owners have agreed to a new MLB Collective Bargaining Agreement for the next 5 years. Opening Day is April 7th!

Ed Kasputis interviews Robert K. Fitts about his new book, Banzai Babe Ruth: Baseball, Espionage and Assassination during the 1934 Tour of Japan.

The Season has been delayed. We discuss with Jeff Cohen from the podcast Baseball and BBQ and ponder why the players and owner's can't just take the plunge like Farley.

Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian and children's author, Dan Gutman about his book, Roberto & Me.

Ed Kasputis interviews Larry Ruttman about his book, American Jews & America's Game: Voices of a Growing Legacy in Baseball.

Ed Kasputis interviews G. Michael Green about his book, Charlie Finley: The Outrageous Story of Baseball's Super Showman.

As MLB labor strife continues, let's go to a land where baseball is well. Fly me to Japan as Ed Kasputis interviews Trevor Raichura from Japanball.com.

In 2012, Ed Kasputis visited St. Luke's International Hospital in Tokyo to retrace the steps of Catcher and OSS spy, Moe Berg who visited the hospital on November 29, 1934 and shot video of the Tokyo skyline.  Later during World War II, Berg shared this video with the U.S. Government.  Kasputis interviews Kaoru Oda and Sumio […]