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America's past time from those who enjoy it: the fans. We're gonna spend the spring, summer and fall going to check out the best game at all levels: MiLB, MLB, Independent Leagues, College and High School.

James Christopher


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    The Let's Get Two podcast is a well-produced and high-quality show that brings a refreshing joy to the world of baseball. Hosted by James, it is evident that he genuinely loves everything about the game, from his beloved Astros to the quirks of minor league and independent ball. This passion shines through in every episode, making it a delight for any baseball enthusiast.

    One of the best aspects of The Let's Get Two podcast is James' infectious love for the sport. His enthusiasm is palpable as he discusses various topics related to baseball. Whether he is sharing anecdotes from his own experiences or analyzing current events in the baseball world, James' excitement is contagious. It makes listening to the podcast an enjoyable and engaging experience, as you can't help but be swept up in his love for the game.

    Additionally, The Let's Get Two podcast stands out for its high production quality. The audio is clear and crisp, making it easy to follow along with each episode. The editing is seamless, ensuring a smooth listening experience from start to finish. This attention to detail adds an extra layer of professionalism and enhances the overall enjoyment of the podcast.

    However, like any podcast, there are some aspects that may not resonate with every listener. One potential downside of The Let's Get Two podcast is its niche focus on baseball. While this will undoubtedly appeal to fans of the sport, it may alienate those who have little interest or knowledge in baseball. Additionally, some episodes may feel overly lengthy or detailed for casual listeners who prefer shorter podcasts with more concise discussions.

    In conclusion, The Let's Get Two podcast is a must-listen for any baseball lover seeking an engaging and joyful discussion about America's favorite pastime. James' genuine passion for the sport shines through in every episode, making it a delightful experience from start to finish. With its high production quality and informative content, this podcast is sure to entertain fans while they go on long walks, commute to work, or simply relax at home. Despite its niche focus, The Let's Get Two podcast is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a well-produced and enjoyable podcast about baseball.



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    Latest episodes from Let's Get Two

    Ballpark Nation: March 20, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 53:23


    Rylan Kobre, the voice of the Round Rock Express, previews the 2024 season.Emily and Jim talk:Suppressed FA marketSpring Break Outand is there a Bauer Outage?

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    From The Peanut Gallery: November 15, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 53:21


    Brian and Jess pinch hit and we were all over the bases.- Is Cashman nuts?- A very rational analytics vs non conversation- Jess' Bregman story- Is Michigan ready for the negative reaction?  (Altuve should consult)- Is Texas SEC ready?

    From The Peanut Gallery: November 9, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 52:55


    BaseballLegosJerry Jones

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep32: The Walk Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 34:57


    OPEN: The beginning of goodbye. 08:49 WHO'S ON FIRST: The Fredericksburg Nationals are here to talk baseball and the community.https://twitter.com/FXBGNats20:22 GOODBYES: Some of the Let's Get Two team and fans bid adieu to the show. 31:08  CLOSING IT OUT: Jim and Jess offer a final goodbye to Let's Get Two and announce the new venture!

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 31: Chiefs Meet The Lake Monsters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 24:23


    The penultimate Let's Get Two! We're out to Peoria for the Chiefs then headed east for the Vermont Lake Monsters.0:01:11 PEORIA CHIEFS: Cody Schindler, voice of the Chiefs, talks all things Peoria baseball and its 40 year history in Illinois. Follow: https://twitter.com/peoriachiefs0:16:15 VERMONT LAKE MONSTERS: We're hanging out at Centennial Field with Jess Becker taking in a Lake Monsters game.Follow: https://twitter.com/VTLakeMonsters0:22:49 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two: S5 Ep 29 'Yard Goats Go Yard"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 49:42


    It's Hartford Yard Goats time! 01:06 WHO'S ON FIRST:  Jeff Dooley and Ryan Sandler are here to help tell the Yard Goat's story!13:50: HOLLER AND A SWALLER: Andy and I having a beer in Hartford!21:05: LIGHTS, CAMERA, PLAY BALL:  We're talking Bull Durham!28:15 KNOCKIN' THE COVER OFF:  We're talking the book about Bull Durham!32:26 ADJUST OURS SCOREBOARDS: A special visit from father/son traveling duo behind Mapping the Path: @mappingthepath5851  @MappingThePath 48:21 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 28 "Getting Our Kicks on Route 66"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 29:53


    Onward to the Empire...OPEN: Los Tigres de Quintana Roo0:03:18    WHO'S ON FIRST: We head to San Bernadino home of the Inland Empire 66ers with good friend, Steve Wendt.Follow the 66ers:https://twitter.com/66ersBaseball0:21:33    RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: We look at the past of baseball in the Inland Empire.0:24:19   RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND:  How about the past of the Mexican League?0:28:06    CLOSING IT OUT:

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 27 'Vive Las Vegas'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 20:33


    Viva Las Vegas!OPEN: It's Dottie Award time! 0:03:25 WHO'S ON FIRST:  Vegas Baby! We're visiting with the Las Vegas Aviators. Follow them here: https://twitter.com/AviatorsLV0:13:28 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: A look into baseball's past in Las Vegas AND one of the worst film festival experiences ever!0:19:01 CLOSING IT OUT

    Lets Get Two S5 Ep26: 'Syracuse Squared'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 48:22


    When it comes to baseball in Syracuse.... 'Let's Get Two'OPEN: Some changes  coming to the show, but we are still going to keep growing the game.0:01:36  SYRACUSE SPARTANS: The Spartans of the New York Collegiate Baseball league are here to talk baseball and helping the community at every turn.Follow the Spartans:11:55  SYRACUSE METS: The Mets Triple-A club is a fixture in Syracuse, NY.  We chat with voice of the Mets, Michael Tricarico, about baseball in NBT Bank Stadium. Follow the Mets:https://twitter.com/SyracuseMetsFollow Michael:https://twitter.com/TrickyCNS731:05 CHASE ALMENDAREZ: Chase Almendarez leads the Huston-Tillotson Rams baseball team. They're an HBC in Austin Texas and working to bring their program back. We talk to Chase about his life in the game, rebuilding the Rams and importance of historically black colleges and universities in today's college landscape. Follow Huston-Tillotson on Twitter:https://twitter.com/HustonTillotsonFollow Huston-Tillotson Baseball:http://www.htramsathletics.com/sports/baseball46:35 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep25: "Where The Buffalo Roam"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 49:07


    Where the buffalo roam!OPEN: Just a little baseball left!1:57 WHO'S ON FIRST: The Buffalo Bisons are up to bat at Sahlen Field and we've got Brad Bisbing!Follow the Bisons:https://twitter.com/BuffaloBisonsFollow Bradhttps://twitter.com/BradBisbing25:41 WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS!  TCL Champs Saguin River Monsters are in the house.47:20 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two Live: August 11, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 57:01


    Emily hosts!Fighting on the base pathsSuppressing salariesEmily gets depressed in her tin foil hat....

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 24: 'Argh, The SeaWolves'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 41:39


    For 5 years, we've been waiting to get into Erie. It's finally happened. 5:10  WHO'S ON FIRST:Erie Seawolves' front office gurus Greg Gania and Christy Buchar join us as we take in our first Erie SeaWolves experience!Follow the SeaWolves here:https://twitter.com/erie_seawolves32:35  RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: Erie baseball wasn't just about Wolves.  it was also about Fisherman and Sailors.36:11 CLOSING IT OUT:  We got around the ballpark, meet some great people, chief among them:  Liz.

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 23: The Vermont Mountaineers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 34:35


    Special episode of Let's Get Two.OPEN: Please consider helping the people of Vermont recover from the July floods:https://www.vermont.gov/flood#gsc.tab=0https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/2023/red-cross-responds-as-flooding-threatens-northeast.html5:52  WHO'S ON FIRST: We visited the Vermont Mountaineers of the NECBLFollow the Mountaineershttps://twitter.com/MountaineersVTFollow the NECBL:https://twitter.com/TheNECBL17: 35  ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: We've got a new show launching: Let's Get Two Live.Meet the faces behind the mics:Emily Nymanhttps://twitter.com/EmSheDoesItEd Riverahttps://twitter.com/thedadhat216Scott McEntirehttps://twitter.com/skotskipole32:56  CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep22: "A Small Step For A Trash Panda"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 43:24


    We're up, up and away to Rocket City!Our episode today is dedicated to Scott, Roxanne, Emily and BenCOLD OPEN: Elton would be proud.OPEN: Why space should matter....even if you're not that into it. 2:30 - WHO'S ON FIRST: We made it! Our first trip to Toyota Field home of YOUR Rocket City Trash Pandas.  Communications Director Aaron Cheris is here! Follow the Trash Pandas:https://twitter.com/trashpandas14:36 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Pat Ammons, Senior Director of Public & Media Relation for the U.S. Space and Rocket Center to talk space, the center and why we should continue to invest in space travel.Follow:https://twitter.com/RocketCenterUSAFollow Pat:https://twitter.com/PatAmmons125:20 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Engineer, science teacher and friend of the show, Roxanne Thurman joins the show to talk space, religion, Star Trek and Gene Roddenbarry 38:33 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: We look at baseball's history in Huntsville/Madison Alabama.41:20 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep21: "The Chukars Family"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 34:05


    We took the family out to the ballgame....COLD OPEN: Where did the name 'Idaho Falls' come from?OPEN: Dedicated to the best mother in law ever, we take a look at baseball and poetry.5:40 WHO'S ON FIRST: Welcome to the Idaho Falls Chukars!Follow them here:https://twitter.com/ifchukars23:58 HOLLER AND A SWALLER: We've got two very special guests sharing some local brew.30:17 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND:  Looking into baseball's past.32:37 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep20: "Welcome To Ottersville"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 40:35


    We head to Indiana, not for some basketball, but for the greatest game ever invented.FIRST PITCH: Ballparks are a lot like cars...WHO'S ON FIRST: We're all about the Evansville Otters experience!Follow the Otters:https://twitter.com/EvilleOtters0:18:52 LIGHTS. CAMERA. PLAYBALL.: Gary and I continue our talk of about the epic film, A LEAGUE OF THIR OWN

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep19: 'Baseball On Our Hands On The 4th of July"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 46:57


    OPEN:  I believe in America. Not just a great Godfather quote, but something I find inspiration in.05:29 WHO'S ON FIRST/FROM THE BLEACHERS: Getting the FULL Duboise Bombers Experience.Follow the Bombers:https://twitter.com/DCBombers22:16 LIGHTS CAMERA PLAYBALL: The first of TWO segments dealing with the perfect baseball movie, A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN.30:21 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: The world famous Ranger Amy is here to talk about her cool nickname and signing the Anthem at a ballgame. 44:35 CLOSING IT OUT:  Ending the show with the help of a Rockford Peach!

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep18 "Bees are Family"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 37:23


    Our first trip with the kiddos and instead of one game with the Salt Lake Bees....Let's Get Two...00:43:  OPEN: The ballpark is where memories are made.12:13: WHOSE ON FIRST - The Salt Lake Bees' own Kraig Williams to talk the bees, minor league baseball and all the fun you can have at Smith's Ballpark.FOLLOW THE BEES:https://twitter.com/SaltLakeBees24:31 FROM THE BLEACHERS:A breathtaking day at the Salt Lake City Bees filled with great views, great fun and great times with family, which all add up to two perfect days at the Park. 31:48 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: Jumping into the past of baseball in Salt Lake City.35:41 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 17: Beware The Blue Ghosts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 53:26


    It's our favorite weekend of the MiLB:  Blue Ghost Weekend!OPENING: June 6, 1944 was one of the most significant in American history.  We look at that day and Eisenhower's iconic letter.5:21 WHO'S ON FIRST: We've got Hooks Director of Marketing, Dustin FIshman on the show talking this year's Blue Ghosts look and the 24 season down on the coastal bend. Follow the Corpus Christi Hookshttps://twitter.com/cchooks13:36 FROM THE BLEACHERS: From the flight deck to center field, we've got the Hooks covered!20:33 COURTNEY GATLIN: The Blue Ghosts have a SWEET new look this year.  We talk to the amazing designer who got it done and how her process works. 26:58 HOLLER AND A SWALLER: Nathan Bybee is back baby!Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports31:41 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND:  Baseball in the Coastal Bend has a rich, rich history.Written by Andrew Nelsonhttps://twitter.com/NinesNorth35:17 IRISH WOLFHOUNDS BASEBALL: John Fitzgerald of the Irish American Baseball Society is here to talk about the new Irish team, the Wolfhounds, and their debut.Follow: https://twitter.com/IABSociety52:11 CLOSING IT OUT: We're out.  But not before some thoughts from our Top Sea Gull.

    Let's Get Two: S5 Ep16 'Memorial Day'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 56:09


    Our Annual Memorial Day episode.5:44 ED RIVERA of The Dad Hat Chronicles is in the house!  He's here to interview....me.  https://twitter.com/thedadhat21640:18 CEDRIC THOMAS SMITH, filmmaker from San Antonio, is here to talk his new movie LOSING LALO and researching the subject of Veteran Suicide.54:47 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 14: Seguin River Monsters Live

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 50:32


    Follow the River Monsters:https://twitter.com/SeguinTCLhttps://linktr.ee/seguinrivermonsters

    Lets Get Two S5 Ep15 'Back To School With The Pineville Porcupines'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 25:09


    We're back to school with the Pineville Porcupines, offering some of the best in Summer League baseball! FIRST PITCH: Ted Lasso and the importance of Collegiate Summer League Baseball.4:55 WHO'S ON FIRST: Meet the Pineville Porcupines!https://twitter.com/PorcupinesONSL16:55 LIGHTS. CAMERA. PLAYBALL: Summer Catch is a good movie.  No.  Really.20:43 RAIDERS OF THE LAST DIAMOND:   We look at the history of the Cape Cod League. 

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep13: "Let's Get 5"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 37:23


    We gathered with some friends to spend celebrate the show's 5th birthday and what better place to do it than Werner Park!FIRST PITCH: Jim reflects on 5 years of Let's Get Two and all who made it possible. 07:31 FROM THE BLEACHERS: The Let's Get Two team descended upon Werner Park, home of the Storm Chasers, for the 5th year party!Follow them here:  https://twitter.com/OMAStormChasers09:27 WHO'S ON FIRST: Martie Cordaro of the Storm Chasers is with us in the suite for our 5th!Follow him here: https://twitter.com/OmahaPrez23:27 HOLLER AND A SWALLER: Paul Caputo leads the Let's Get Two team in a 5th birthday drink.Presented by the Hitter Sports:Paul Caputo: https://twitter.com/Count2BaseballThe Hitter Sports:  https://twitter.com/TheHitterSports36:06 CLOSING IT OUT:

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 12: 'Youth Is Served'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 51:48


    A special episode of our show!  Driven by my own broadcasting students!FIRST PITCH:  MLB is overthinking how to get younger fans to like the game. 03:42 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Brooke is here to talk about her Honors Inquiry Project about the importance of Baseball in American culture. 12:12 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Brady joins the show to talk about his last year playing high school baseball, his future at the college level and his beloved Giants.20:36 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: Shelby takes over Raiders of the Lost Diamond  and shares some of the history of baseball in the LeHigh Valley. 26:47 WHO'S ON FIRST: Our friend Matt Bari is here to talk about the 2023 Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs season. Check it out and follow them.Follow Matt:https://twitter.com/matthewbariFollow the Iron Pigs:https://twitter.com/IronPigs41:15 LIGHTS. CAMERA. PLAYBALL:  We're taking a look at the Keanu Reeves film HARDBALL. 49:29 CLOSING IT OUT.

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep11: 'Buh Bye, Oakland'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 42:47


    Special Let's Get Two!In the opening, we've got reps from MLB and the Oakland As!FIRST PITCH: What does the possibility of Oakland leaving mean for baeball?9:39 Oakland fan Stu Clary joins the show.25:59 EdRivera, of the Dad Hat Chronicles show, gives his thoughts on an Oakland-less baseball landscape.

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep 10 'The Nashville Sounds Strike Back'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 40:11


    Let s Get Two Live: April 27, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 45:25


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    Lets Get Two S5 Ep9 "Right Side of Memphis"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 65:28


    Lets Get Two S5 Ep 8 'Round Rock And Rolling'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 29:43


    We're back at our home ballpark...we went back home.FIRST PITCH:  America, no matter where you are...small town, big city; has a hometown baseball team. Just got to find it. 3:39 FROM THE BLEACHERS:  Our first trip to Round Rock to see the hometown Express.  Gonna be a blast of a season at the Dell.Follow the Express here:https://twitter.com/RRExpresshttps://twitter.com/ExpressPreshttps://twitter.com/RRExpressGM7:22 WHO's ON FIRST:  Rylan Kobre of the Express is here to lay out what will be a great season at Dell Diamond.Follow Rylan:https://twitter.com/RylanKobre23:58 LIGHTS. CAMERA. PLAYBALL:Talking the underrated baseball movie, TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE28:23 CLOSING IT OUT:Jim eats all the hotdogs.

    Lets Get Two S5 Ep 6: "Into The Arena"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 49:46


    FIRST PITCH: How has social media changed discourse when it comes to sports/film and politics?  All the ways. 4:48 KNOCKING THE COVER OFF: We review Calvin Schiraldi's The Arena in KNOCKING THE COVER OFF.Get the book:https://www.thearenabook.com/shop8:04 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Calvin Schiraldi joins us to talk about his career, his new book, the pitch that changed his life and more. Get the book:https://www.thearenabook.com/shop31:24 WHO'S ON FIRST - Casper Spuds: We talk with Jeff Dobish of the Casper Spuds about their move to Wyoming. Follow the Spuds:https://twitter.com/spudsbaseball46:46 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: We check out some baseball history in Wyoming!49:13 CLOSING IT OUT.

    Let's Get Two: S5 Ep5: 'The World Series Social'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 59:52


    We're throwing a world series social! First, even though you might not be an Astros fan, the Astros portion is all about why we love baseball. Then, three special guests...FIRST PITCH: The last six years have made the ten-year old me come all. It's been a fun with some great ups and some low lows.  Check out the top 3 ups and downs of the last 6 years. 11:08 SHOW. ME. THE. MERCH: The Astros have a rich uniform history.  And I own most of them. Check out my ranking of Astros looks.  I've got just about all of them, with one particular exclusion.  Never the red and black. 15:08 FROM THE BLEACHERS: Jess and I made it out to the second World Series ring ceremony of our lives. That and some cool new features at Minute Maid Park!19:13 WORLD SERIES SOCIAL: The heart of the episode. In a very 'Let's Get Two' approach, we get 4 fans of four teams together to talk about their love of their team and winning a world series in their lifetimes. The rules: have some fun, be respectful and talk ball. (No "mickey mouse' season, no 'it's been x number of years since the last one, no 'trash cans.').  Everything I hoped it would be.Follow Emily:https://twitter.com/BreakBallsPodhttps://twitter.com/EmSheDoesIt57:42 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let s Get Two: S5 Ep 4 LIVE (March 28, 2023)!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 49:19


    We're live with Jess and Erik as we get ready for MiLB '23.Support the Gillinghams:https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-gillingham-family-beat-canceragain?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_content=undefined&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer&utm_term=undefinedFollow them:https://twitter.com/ItsErikMertenshttps://twitter.com/jessknaster

    Processing... Let's Get Two S5 Ep3: 'Tortugas de Daytona'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 64:07


    FIRST PITCH:  Theme nights?  We're still fighting about theme nights???0:04:45 - WHO'S ON FIRST: Former Daytona Tortugas broadcaster Justin Rocke is here to preview the '23 season.Follow the Tortugas:https://twitter.com/daytonatortugasFollow Justin:https://twitter.com/JustinRocke0:24:42 - 7th INNING STRETCH: We love turtles on the ballfield. We love them in the water even more.  We visit with Wendy Night of Sea Turtle Inc on how we can help save the turtles. For more information and to make a donation:https://seaturtleinc.org/0:39:10 - SHOW ME THE MERCH: Paul Caputo is here to talk the overall direction of minor league branding. https://twitter.com/Count2Baseball1:00:00 - RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: The baseball history in Daytona is RICH. We're talking Celery-Fed baseball. 1:02:00 - CLOSING IT OUT:

    Let's Get Two S5 Ep2: 'Fireflies and Wildthings'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 49:02


    Let's Two is back! We're talking Fireflies and all things Columbia baseball!02:55 - WHO'S ON FIRST: Columbia Fireflies play by play voice John Kocsis is here to talk the 2023 season, his book and what to look for as summer roles around.Follow the Fireflies: https://twitter.com/ColafirefliesFollow John: https://twitter.com/JKocsis821:54 - RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: Donnie Wise, Columbia baseball super-fan is here to talk all things baseball in the Soda city.Follow Donnie: https://twitter.com/wisedrjr43:02 -  LIGHTS. CAMERA. PLAY BALL: Major League. Jim's #1 baseball movie...46:59 -  CLOSING IT OUT:

    Let's Get Two Season 5 Ep1: "Bold New Look, Same Great Taste"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 51:05


    Episode director: McKay TruloveEpisode cinematographer; Annabelle JudsonCOLD OPEN: Avoid the VoidFIRST PITCH: What is "Let's Get Two?" 0:04:48  SPECIAL GUEST: Daniel Simon: From the Savannah Bananas to the Daytona Tortugas, meet the man who is responsible for some of the best looks in minor league baseball. https://www.studiosimon.net/0:36:58 SPECIAL GUEST: Mascots:  The first impression fans get of most baseball teams. But what is it like to run around the ballpark in that suit?  We speak to a mascot, on condition of anonymity, about that mascot life. 0:49:17  CLOSING IT OUT: Season 5 preview.  We're gonna have some fun.

    Let's Get Two: The 2022 Holiday Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2022 65:39


    Another holiday episode! Baseball Santa is here and we're celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah with all of our baseball family!OPEN: Baseball Santa gives his Naughty and Nice list from the baseball world! And we've got some great, must see gift ideas for the baseball lover in your life. 10:55 PAUL CAPUTO: Paul Caputo from Baseball By Design is here to highlight his favorite Logo-Vember changes that could be great sources for gifts AND his request from Baseball Santa.15:17 BASEBALL SANTA WISHES: Our baseball family have some requests for the jolly old RH relief pitchin elf. 28:02 JESS KNASTER: Jess is here for another Hanukkah special!  He creates 8 days of meals from ballpark food!47:45 JOHN KOCSIS: John Kocsis of the Columbia Fireflies has a new book coming out. When released, it will be the ULTIMATE present for the baseball fan in your life. 1:03:41 CLOSING IT OUT: When it comes to Santa, our philosophy remains the same:  Let's Get Two.

    Let's Get Two The Season 4 Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 67:24


    COLD OPEN: "People will come Ray." A look at our 2022 season through the words of Terence Mann.02:06 THE FIRST PITCH: How do we measure our travels?11:06 WHO'S ON FIRST: Martie Cordaro, president of the Omaha Storm Chasers is here to help us wrap up the 2022 season. 39:17 THE FIRST LADY OF MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: Jessica is here to recap some of our favorite moments of the 4th season of the show. 58:47 CLOSING IT OUT: Reveal of the teams we're visiting for the 5th season.https://twitter.com/OmahaPrezhttps://twitter.com/OMAStormChasershttps://linktr.ee/omahastormchasers 

    Let's Get Two S4Ep33: "Dreams Are Alive In Portland"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 30:16


    The last trip of the 2022 season was one of the all time best.The Portland Sea Dogs. Check them out. seadogs.comhttps://twitter.com/PortlandSeaDogsFIRST PITCH: With all the Astros winning the World Series, we missed out on Logo-Vember and some big news for the San Antonio Missions.https://twitter.com/missionsmilbhttps://twitter.com/KnightsBaseball04:01 WHO'S ON FIRST: Emma Tiedemann of the Portland Sea Dogs is here to talk the 2022 season and the magical time at Hadlock Field. https://twitter.com/emmatieds21:31 FROM THE BLEACHERS: Jess and I made it out to Fan Appreciation Day for the Portland Seadogs.  All we can say is:  wow. 28:46 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S4Ep32: "Thankful for 200"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 55:16


    4 years. 200 episodes. What an amazing, humbling ride. FIRST PITCH: What 200 episodes means and the best of the Cold Opens from 4 years of the show. And one hilarious closing segment. 12:46:  We've got guests from all over the minor league baseball community reflecting on our 200th episode. 24:15 ADJUST YOUR SCORE CARDS: We're joined by Brady Hess, high school ball player for St. Michael's Catholic Academy as we discuss how to keep the game going with a younger generation of fans. 34:01: The Let's Get Two production team is thankful for baseball...49:45 CLOSING IT OUT: So much to be thankful for in 2022...

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    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 31: "Veteran's Day"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 51:14


    Our annual Veteran's Day episode.FIRST PITCH: Let's stop comparing sports to 'war.'06:42 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Marine Vet and sports personality Anthony Turnstile is here to talk service and river monsters.https://twitter.com/bmb_baseballhttps://twitter.com/SeguinTCL23:35 FROM THE BLEACHERS: Welcome to Casper, home of the Casper Horseheads.Follow them here:https://twitter.com/CASHorseheads25:15 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Emy is here to share the perspective of being the spouse of a service member. https://twitter.com/mrsstealyobase44:52 FROM THE BLEACHERS: Welcome to Billings, home of the Mustangs.https://twitter.com/Mustangs47:13 CLOSING IT OUT: 22 Veterans kill themselves every day. PTSD is a real thing.

    Let's Get Two S4 Ep31: "Halloween Special: Swamp Bats and Sharks, Oh My"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 54:18


    It's Halloween time again!Cold Open:  Epic reference to Jim's favorite movie, JAWS0:00:41  First Pitch: We're talking baseball, but it's also Halloween. Jim's go to horror flicks to celebrate the spooky season.0:07:34 Who's On First: Kevin Watterson from the Keene Swamp Bats is here to talk Swamp Bat baseball!0:16:44 From the Bleachers:  We're coming at ya from the Bat Cave, home of the Keene Swamp Bats. Follow the Swamp Bats:https://twitter.com/swampbats_keenehttps://swampbats.com0:21:13 From the Bleachers: Welcome to the Cape Cod League!0:23:33 From the Bleachers: Dipping a toe in the Shark Tank. It's a baseball frenzy when it comes to the Martha's Vineyard Sharks!Follow the Sharks:https://twitter.com/MV_Sharkswww.mvsharks.com0:27:19 Lights. Camera. Playball: Filmmaker Mike Donis is here to talk Jaws and his Toronto Blue Jays. 0:50:37 A Let's Get Two Halloween: The team from Let's Get Two cues you in on their 'go to' horror flix.0:52:36 Closing It Out

    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 30: "And the Dottie Goes To...The Dottie Winners"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 25:18


    Excited and honored to announce the winners of the 2022 Dottie Awards....In the following categories:COLLEGE SUMMER LEAGUE TEAM OF THE YEAR  INDEPENDENT TEAM OF THE YEARSINGLE A TEAM OF THE YEARHIGH A TEAM OF THE YEARDOUBLE A TEAM OF THE YEARTRIPLE A TEAM OF THE YEARBALLPARK OF THE YEARBRAND OF THE YEARRE-BRAND/NEW BRAND OF THE YEARTHEME NIGHT BRAND/LOOKCOPA BRAND OF THE YEARCONTENT CREATOR OF THE YEARIN GAME HOST OF THE YEARBROADCASTER OF THE YEAREXECUTIVE OF THE YEARMASCOT OF THE YEARERIK MERTENS: SPIRIT OF BASEBALLDON GILLINGHAM: FAN OF THE YEAREMMA TIEDEMANN:  WOMAN IN BASEBALL BEN HILL: PERSON OF THE YEAR

    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 28: "And The Nominations Are: The Dottie Award Nomination Show"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 49:31


    Special Let's Get Two 'Dottie' Awards!FIRST PITCH: Awards?  This is why we do it...0:05:54The Official "Dotties": The 2022 Let's Get Two Award Nominations"Presented by:Erik Mertenshttps://twitter.com/ItsErikMertensPaul Caputohttps://twitter.com/Count2BaseballJames Christopherhttps://twitter.com/LetsGet2TheShowAwards:College Summer League Club of the Year AwardIndie Club of the Year AwardSingle A Club of the Year AwardHigh A Club of the Year AwardDouble A Club of the Year AwardTriple A Club of the Year AwardBallpark of the Year AwardBrand of the Year Club of the Year AwardRe Brand/New Brand of the Year AwardTheme Night Look Club of the Year AwardCOPA Brand of the Year AwardContent Creator of the Year AwardIn Game Host of the Year AwardBroadcaster of the Year AwardExecutive Of The Year AwardMascot of the Year AwardErik Mertens 'Spirit of Baseball' AwardDon Gillingham Fan Of The Year AwardEmma Tiedeman: Woman In Baseball AwardBen Hill: Person Of the Year Award0:46:41 CLOSIING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 27: "St. Paul: Patron Saint of Baseball"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 70:59


    Twin Cities native and Let's Get Two producer call CHS field his baseball church...FIRST PITCH:  New Rules!Presented by The Dad Hat Chronicles https://twitter.com/thedadhat216https://linktr.ee/TheDadHatChronicles10:01:00  FROM THE BLEACHERS: A Saints game at CHS Field is truly a religious experience. Follow the Saints:https://twitter.com/StPaulSaintswww.saintsbaseball.com18:07:00  WHO'S ON FIRST: St. Paul play by play voice Sean Aronson is here to talk the 2022 St. Paul Saints and pigs that get too big.Presented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket0:42:03. HOLLER AND A SWALLER: Andrew and I have two VERY drinks and take in a great ballpark atmosphere.Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports0:43:23  WHO'S ON FIRST: We're joined by St. Paul Saints GM Derek Sharrer as he shares his journey through baseball. Presented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket1:06:01 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: A quick look at the City Of Baseball Museum at CHS Field. It's simply the best ballpark museum out there.Produced by Andrew Nelsonhttps://twitter.com/NinesNorth1:09:30 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 27: "Baseball's Hometown"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 66:50


    We're in Baseball's Hometown....Little Rock, Arkansas.FIRST PITCH: A Unionized MiLB?  Yes please.Presented by The Dad Hat Chronicles https://twitter.com/thedadhat216https://linktr.ee/TheDadHatChronicles0:03:06: FROM THE BLEACHERS: We're live at Dickey Stephens Park home of YOUR Arkansas Travelers. And what a time we had….Follow the Travelers:https://twitter.com/ARTravshttps://linktr.ee/artravs0:11:36 WHO's ON FIRST: Steve Davis, the voice of the Travelers, is here to talk Arkansas baseball!Follow the Travelers:https://twitter.com/ARTravshttps://linktr.ee/artravsPresented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket0:33:44 Who's On First: Sophie Ozier shares her story of growing into the job of GM with the Arkansas Travelers. Follow the Travelers:https://twitter.com/ARTravshttps://linktr.ee/artravsPresented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket0:54:60 Show. Me. The. Merch: Classic look. Classic gear from the Arkansas Trans. Follow the Travelers:https://twitter.com/ARTravshttps://linktr.ee/artravsPresented by the Baseball By Design podcasthttps://twitter.com/Count2Baseballhttps://linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign0:57:09 Holler And A Swaller: Scott McEntire shares his experience growing up and playing baseball in Arkansas.Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports1:03:16 Closing It Out

    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 26: 'Blue Baseball Rocks'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 46:50


    FIRST PITCH: Between folks with DUI's and domestic abuses managing and playing MLB...what are we doing?0:07:22 WHO'S ON FIRST: MIchael Galayda is here to talk Blue Rocks baseball!Follow the Blue Rockshttps://twitter.com/WilmBlueRocksbluerocks.comFollow the WIlmington Blue Rockshttps://twitter.com/WilmBlueRockshttps://t.co/MOKeFFtVZY0:25:33 SHOW. ME. THE. MERCH: Great threads from the Blue Rocks. Presented by the Baseball By Design podcasthttps://twitter.com/Count2Baseballhttps://linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign0:27:11 HOLLER AND A SWALLER: A great brew in a great ballpark.Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports0:28:10 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: Get to know the Wilmington Raiders.Produced by Andrew Nelsonhttps://twitter.com/NinesNorth0:31:30 WHO'S ON FIRST (Part 2): This summer, a Delta airlines cancellation kept us away from seeing the Lexington Legends. We want to share our interview with the awesome Madison Spencer.Follow the Lexington Legends:https://twitter.com/LexingtonLegendhttps://linktr.ee/lexingtonlegends0:42:46 CLOSING IT OUT

    Let's Get Two S3 Ep25 'Brooklyn: Where Baseball Connects'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 49:42


    What an amazing night of fun, baseball and connection at the Brooklyn Cyclones.FIRST PITCH: Rob Manfred and co have dropped the new MLB schedule and its way different. And we don't hate it. 0:08:21:  WHO'S ON FIRST: We've got the voice of the Cyclones, Keith Raad, who gets us ready for the trip to Brooklyn!Follow the Brooklyn Cyclones:https://twitter.com/BKCycloneshttps://linktr.ee/BrooklynCyclonesPresented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket0:27:33: FROM THE BLEACHERS: Out to the ballpark near Coney Island and just a great time getting some face time with old friends.0:34:54: SHOW. ME. THE. MERCH: Easily one of my favorite brands.Presented by the Baseball By Design podcasthttps://twitter.com/Count2Baseballhttps://linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign0:38:06: HOLLER AND A SWALLER: Having a beer with old High School buddy Bill Hacket!Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports0:41:36: RAIDER OF THE LOST DIAMOND: Is there a more baseball rich area than Brooklyn, NY?Presented by Patrick Larsonhttps://twitter.com/patlarson10:46:02: CLOSING IT OUT 

    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 24 'Iron Pigs.'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 51:39


    It's IRON PIGS week!  Follow them here:https://twitter.com/IronPigshttps://ironpigsbaseball.comFIRST PITCH: Why aren't all auctions online? Seems like you'd sell more stuff...Presented by Baseball Mapperhttps://twitter.com/baseballmapperbaseballmapper.com05:03 WHO'S ON FIRST: We welcome friend of the show, Matthew Bari to talk the LeHigh Valley Iron Pigs.Presented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket22:29 FROM THE BLEACHERS: A great time was had at Coca Cola Park checking out the Iron Pigs!29:38 HOLLER AND A SWALLER: Hanging out at Coca Cola Park BEER GARDEN.Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports31:02 7th INNING STRETCH:  Holly Harrar from Discover LeHigh Valley is here to talk about all the cool things we can do when we get to the ballpark. https://twitter.com/lehighvalleypahttps://www.discoverlehighvalley.com/Presented by The Dad Hat Chronicles https://twitter.com/thedadhat216https://linktr.ee/TheDadHatChronicles42:32 SHOW. ME. THE. MERCH: Iron Pigs. Cool brand(s0.  Cool merch.Presented by the Baseball By Design podcasthttps://twitter.com/Count2Baseballhttps://linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign44:26 RAIDERS OF THE LOST DIAMOND: The Iron Pigs weren't the first team to call the LeHigh Valley home...47:35 CLOSING IT OUT

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    Let's Get Two S4 Ep 23: The Thing Called Rodeo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 67:22


    We're visiting another uniquely American sport rooted in community and history - Rodeo. And it's a lot more similar to baseball than you might think...FIRST PITCH: We had a great opportunity to cover the good folks of the Cody Nite Rodeo. Before hand, a brief chat about Rodeo. Presented by Baseball Mapperhttps://twitter.com/baseballmapperbaseballmapper.com12:55 FROM THE BLEACHERS: The Cody Nite Rodeo is like nothing else in sports: a full rodeo that begins on June 1st and doesn't end until the summer is over. A rodeo every night.Follow the Cody Nite Rodeo: https://twitter.com/CodyStampedehttps://www.codystampederodeo.com/20:59 WHO'S ON FIRST: Meet barrel race and break - away roper Hadley Tate.Follow her on Instagram:Presented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket38:16 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Every year, the Belton 4th of July rodeo goes down. Keith Smith is here to tell us all about it and we squeeze in some baseball talk. Follow the Belton Rodeo:https://www.bellcountyexpo.com/1:04:00 CLOSING IT OUT: Adios from Cody, Wyoming. 

    Let's Get Two S4 E22: Feelin' The Vibe(s)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 50:14


    You can't help but feel good Vibes when you end up to a game in the Rocky Mountains…Follow the Rocky Mountain Vibeshttps://twitter.com/VibesBaseballhttps://linktr.ee/vibesbaseballFIRST PITCH: Rob Manfred said something dumb again. Presented by Baseball Mapperhttps://twitter.com/baseballmapperbaseballmapper.com04:31   WHO'S ON FIRST: Kaylee Goodell from the Rocky Mountain Vibes to talk her journey in baseball and having a blast wearing all the hats…Follow the Rocky Mountain Vibeshttps://twitter.com/VibesBaseballhttps://linktr.ee/vibesbaseballPresented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket16:04  FROM THE BLEACHERS: Great time at the Vibes ballgame…hanging with Toasty….Follow the Rocky Mountain Vibeshttps://twitter.com/VibesBaseballhttps://linktr.ee/vibesbaseball21:30 ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Dean McGissock is back for his second time on the show talking 2021 to 22 and the military community in Colorado Springs.37:26  HOLLER AND A SWALLER: Paul Caputo is here, live and in person and he's got some fun history on the Rocky Mountain Vibes brand. Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports44:53 SHOW. ME. THE. MERCH: Such good merch, you'll be dying for s'more….Presented by the Baseball By Design podcasthttps://twitter.com/Count2Baseballhttps://linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign46:50 CLOSING IT OUT:  

    Lets Get Two S4 E21: Sasquatch Sighting!!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 51:35


    We've found him! We've found Sasquatch!Follow the Spearfish Sasquatchhttps://twitter.com/sprfshsasquatchspearfishsasquatch.comFIRST PITCH: Rob Manfred said something dumb again. I'm sure you all accept that premise…Presented by Baseball Mapperhttps://twitter.com/baseballmapperbaseballmapper.com04:31   WHO'S ON FIRST:  Eric Schmidt of the Independence League's Spearfish Sasquatch! He talks about the community of baseball he's helped build in South Dakota. Follow the Spearfish Sasquatchhttps://twitter.com/sprfshsasquatchspearfishsasquatch.com Presented Baseball Bucket List:https://baseballbucketlist.com/links/https://twitter.com/BaseballBucket15:10  FROM THE BLEACHERS:  What a great time we had in Spearfish. One of my favorite baseball experiences ever….https://twitter.com/sprfshsasquatchspearfishsasquatch.com21:24 HOLLER AND A SWALLER:  Andrew Nelson is here and we're enjoying some Sasquatch beer….Presented by The Hitter Sportshttps://twitter.com/TheHitterSports23:49. ADJUST YOUR SCORECARDS: Bayleigh Hubbard keeps the energy going at the ballpark. We talk to the in-game host about her first foray into baseball. https://www.instagram.com/bayleighhubbard/38:04 SHOW. ME. THE. MERCH: The 'Squatch have a great logo and great colors. This adds up to great merch.Presented by the Baseball By Design podcasthttps://twitter.com/Count2Baseballhttps://linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign40:02. 7TH INNING STRETCH: Mistie Caldwell from Visit Spearfish highlights the goings on in one of the prettiest towns in the country. https://visitspearfish.com/Presented by The Dad Hat Chronicles https://twitter.com/thedadhat216https://linktr.ee/TheDadHatChronicles48:02 CLOSING IT OUT

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