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Dodger Talk with David Vassegh, Ned Colletti, Jerry Hairston Jr and Nomar Garciaparra, bringing you the latest on the Los Angeles Dodgers.

David Vassegh


    • Aug 18, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 24m AVG DURATION
    • 4,833 EPISODES

    4.2 from 333 ratings Listeners of Dodger Talk that love the show mention: dv, nomar, big mac, dodgers, dodger fan, love the info, kennedy, analysts, callers, 2021, baseball, david, blue, aka, players, dave, coaches, negative, much love, monday.


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    The Dodger Talk podcast is a must-listen for any fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hosted by David Vassegh, the show offers insightful analysis, recaps of games, and fan reactions. Vassegh's informed opinions and inside knowledge make him a great host who provides valuable insight into the team and its players. One of the best aspects of this podcast is the supporting cast, including Tim Cates, who complements Vassegh's personality with his patient and forgiving approach to callers. The show is a great resource for fans who don't get much live game time, providing recaps and discussions about the team. Overall, it's a fantastic podcast that keeps listeners engaged with Dodger baseball.

    One of the best aspects of The Dodger Talk podcast is David Vassegh's deep knowledge of Dodgers baseball and his ability to provide solid insight and analysis. He has earned the trust and respect of the players, allowing him to offer insider information without compromising his relationships. Additionally, his willingness to listen to callers who are direct and to-the-point enhances the quality of the show. The supporting cast, including Colletti's insight and guest appearances from former players like Nomar Garciaparra and Orel Hershiser, add value to each episode.

    However, one negative aspect of the podcast is Vassegh's occasional condescension towards callers. While he may have extensive knowledge about the game, it can come across as belittling when he dismisses or ridicules callers who may not have the same level of expertise. This can deter some listeners from fully enjoying the show.

    In conclusion, The Dodger Talk podcast hosted by David Vassegh is an informative and engaging resource for Dodgers fans. Despite some occasional condescension towards callers, Vassegh's depth of knowledge about Dodgers baseball shines through in his insights and analysis. The supporting cast adds further value to each episode, making it a must-listen for any fan of the Dodgers.



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    Dodger Talk (8-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 40:28 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls after the Dodgers defeat the Padres, 5-4 and complete the sweep at home. Mookie Betts addresses the media after hitting a clutch go-ahead HR in the 8th. Tyler Glasnow talks to the media after a strong start. DV shares part of his pregame interview with Blake Treinen. 

    Freddie Freeman Postgame (8-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 1:28 Transcription Available


    Freddie talks to DV after hitting a massive 3-run HR in the 1st inning to help the Dodgers beat the Padres, 5-4. Freddie talks about the huge sweep against the Padres and Mookie's clutch go-ahead HR.

    Buddy Kennedy (8-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 5:25 Transcription Available


    DV chats with the newest Dodger before the series finale against the Padres. Buddy talks about his game day routine, and his relationship with Mike Trout. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 41:45 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the series finale between the Dodgers and Padres. A Hoffy Magical Moment from 1992.  Charlie Steiner catches up with Rick Monday. DV chats with newest Dodger, Buddy Kennedy. 

    Dodger Talk (8-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 42:04 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers shutout the Padres, 6-0 to retake the NL West lead. Blake Snell addresses the media after a strong start. Will Smith talks to Kirsten Watson after a historic night behind the plate. Kirby Yates gives an injury update. 

    Teoscar Hernández Postgame (8-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 1:25 Transcription Available


    Teoscar talks to DV after hitting his 20th HR of the season in the Dodgers 6-0 win over the Padres. 

    Blake Treinen (8-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 7:52 Transcription Available


    Blake talks about his bobblehead night, bullpen meetings, and not needing a sense of urgency at this point ofthe season. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 42:01 Transcription Available


    DV walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Padres. Charlie and Rick talk about Clayton Kershaw's excellent start. Blake Treinen talks to DV on his bobblehead night. 

    Dodger Talk (8-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 37:41 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers defeat the Padres, 3-2. Clayton Kershaw talks to the media after an outstanding start. Brock Stewart and Tanner Scott give injury updates. 

    Jack Dreyer (8-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 1:14 Transcription Available


    Jack talks about his one-out save, Clayton Kershaw's superb performance, and the playoff-like atmosphere at Dodger Stadium. 

    Freddie Freeman (8-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 6:28 Transcription Available


    Freddie talks about the series against the Padres, clubhouse meetings, and the bats he will be using for Players' Weekend. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 41:49 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a massive 3-game series against the Padres. Dave Roberts talks about putting Max Muncy on the IL. Rick Monday and Charlie Steiner preview the huge series. DV catches up with Freddie Freeman. 

    Dodger Talk (8-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 48:24 Transcription Available


    Off-day Dodger Talk with David Vassegh before the Dodgers begin a crucial series with the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium.

    Luis Cruz (8-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 12:53 Transcription Available


    Dvid Vassegh talks to Spanish radio broadcaster Luis Cruz on off-day Dodger Talk.

    Dodger Talk (8-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 35:48 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers get swept by the Angels. Mookie Betts talks to the media. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 37:59 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the series finale between the Dodgers and Angels. Shohei Ohtani takes the mound for the first time against his former team. Dave Roberts shares why he pulled Max Muncy from the lineup. A Clayton Kershaw Hoffy Magical Moment. 

    Dodger Talk (8-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 47:33 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Angels in extra innings, 7-6. Alex Vesia talks to the media.

    Eric Karros (8-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 7:46 Transcription Available


    Eric talks about his son's big league debut, the team's recent struggles, and the bullpen. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 39:41 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Angels. Kirsten's Corner. DV catches up with Rick Monday and Eric Karros. 

    Dodger Talk (8-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 37:19 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers lose to the Angels, 7-4. Max Muncy talks to the media. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 39:26 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Angels. Kirsten's Corner. Michael Kopech gives an injury update. DV chats with Rick Monday and Miguel Rojas. 

    Dodger Talk (8-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 41:36 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Blue Jays, 5-4. Blake Treinen and Alex Vesia address the media. Dave Roberts gives an injury update on Tommy Edman. 

    Alex Call (8-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 5:31 Transcription Available


    Alex talks about playing different positions in the outfield, adjusting to his role with the Dodgers, and the team's identity at the plate.  

    Dodgers on Deck (8-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 41:50 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the series finale between the Dodgers and Jays. Kirsten's Corner. A Hoffy Moment from 2019. DV chats with Alex Call. 

    Dodger Talk (8-9-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 40:19


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers trounce the Blue Jays, 9-1. Blake Snell addresses the media after a dominant outing. Miguel Rojas talks about the offense. DV shares his postgame interview with Shohei Ohtani.

    Shohei Ohtani Postgame (8-9-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 2:11 Transcription Available


    Shohei talks to DV after becoming the first Dodger since Shawn Green with back-to-back 40 HR seasons. 

    Justin Dean (8-9-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 4:53 Transcription Available


    The newest Dodger talks to DV a day after making his MLB debut. Justin shares his emotions after fulfilling his big league dream. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-9-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 41:37 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Blue Jays. Kirsten's Corner. A Shohei Ohtani magical moment. DV chats with newest Dodger, Justin Dean. 

    Miguel Rojas (8-9-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 23:59 Transcription Available


    World Series Champion Miguel Rojas joined David Vassegh for a special edition Dodger Talk at Ria Money Transfer inside Superior Grocers in Huntington Park, CA.

    Dodger Talk Hour 2 (8-9-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 48:43 Transcription Available


    A special edition of Dodger Talk continues at Ria Money Transfer inside Superior Grocers in Huntington Park. 

    Dodger Talk Hour 1 (8-9-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 46:18 Transcription Available


    A Special Edition of Dodger Talk at Ria Money Transfer inside Superior Grocers in Huntington Park. World Series Champion Miguel Rojas joins DV and the fans. 

    Dodger Talk (8-8-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 31:00 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers defeat the Blue Jays, 5-1 on Kobe Bryant Night. Clayton Kershaw talks about his historic pitching duel against Max Scherzer. 

    Mookie Betts Postgame (8-8-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 1:59 Transcription Available


    Mookie talks to DV after hitting a go-ahead 2-run HR, and making a huge defensive double play in the Dodgers 5-1 win over the Blue Jays on Kobe Bryant Night. 

    Blake Treinen (8-8-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 5:39 Transcription Available


    Blake shares his experiences being teammates with Clayton Kershaw and Max Scherzer.

    Dodgers on Deck (8-8-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 41:26


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Blue Jays. A historic matchup between two members of the 3,000 K club Clayton Kershaw and Max Scherzer. Charlie Steiner and Rick Monday talk about the matchup between two future Hall of Famers. DV catches up with Blake Treinen who was teammates with both pitchers. 

    Dodger Talk (8-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 46:17 Transcription Available


    Off-day Dodger Talk with David Vassegh who talk to President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman and takes your phone calls.

    Andrew Friedman (8-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 9:58 Transcription Available


    Dodger President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman talks to David Vassegh on off-day Dodger Talk.

    Dodger Talk (8-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 38:47 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Cardinals, 5-3.

    Alex Freeland (8-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 5:03 Transcription Available


    Alex talks about his first week in the big leagues and being an inspiration for kids who have physical disabilities.

    Dodgers on Deck (8-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 41:35 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the rubber game between the Dodgers and Cardinals. Kirsten's Corner. DV chats with Rick Monday and Alex Freeland. 

    Dodger Talk (8-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 36:12


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers defeat the Cardinals, 12-6. Mookie Betts addresses the media after a 3-hit night. Max Muncy talks to the media after hitting 2 HRs.

    Teoscar Hernández Postgame (8-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 1:25 Transcription Available


    Teoscar talks to DV after hitting 2 homers in the Dodgers 12-6 win over the Cardinals. 

    Nomar Garciaparra (8-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 9:17 Transcription Available


    Nomar talks about the team's struggles at the plate, Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts' slumps and Freddie Freeman's recent hot streak. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 41:38 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Cardinals. A Hoffy Magical Moment from 2014. DV chats with Rick Monday and Nomar Garciaparra. 

    Dodger Talk (8-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 38:10 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Cardinals, 3-2. Tyler Glasnow addresses the media after a stellar start.

    Blake Snell (8-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 6:42 Transcription Available


    Blake talks about his first outing off the IL, and playing long toss with a purpose during his five-day routine.

    Dodgers on Deck (8-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 41:47 Transcription Available


    TIm Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Cardinals. Kirsten's Corner. Charlie Steiner catches up with Rick Monday. DV chats with Blake Snell. 

    Dodger Talk (8-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 32:02 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates takes your calls after the Dodgers shutout the Rays, 3-0. Where should the next MLB special regular season game be played?

    Ben Casparius Postgame (8-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 1:23 Transcription Available


    Ben talks about coming into the game with the bases loaded and the pitching staff tossing two shutouts in Tampa. 

    Jack Dreyer (8-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 4:38 Transcription Available


    Jack talks about the long road trip, learning from Alex Vesia, chicken quesadillas, and staying fresh mentally in his rookie season. 

    Dodgers on Deck (8-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 41:49 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the rubber game between the Dodgers and Rays. A Hoffy Magical Moment from 2020. DV chats with Rick Monday and Jack Dreyer. 

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