A's beat reporters take an inside look at the team in "Extras." Broadcaster Ken Korach talks in depth with A's personalities in "Taking Effect."
The Oakland A's Podcast is truly a gem in the world of sports podcasts. As a proud A's fan myself, I can confidently say that this podcast delivers top-notch content that keeps me hooked every single day. Whether I'm driving in my car or just relaxing at home, I make sure to tune in and catch up on all the latest news, stories, and interviews about my beloved team. The hosts, Towny and Cody, have an incredible chemistry that shines through in each episode. Their passion for the game of baseball is contagious and their discussions are always both fun and personal. Being able to hear unique insider perspectives from individuals with careers in baseball adds an extra layer of insight into the A's games and the Coliseum experience.
One of the best aspects of The Oakland A's Podcast is its variety of content. From breakout prospects to in-depth analysis by Eno Sarris, there is something for every type of fan. The dedication to providing dedicated coverage for the A's is commendable, as it ensures that fans like me stay fully informed about our team. Additionally, the quality commentary and research put into each episode are evident, making for an engaging listening experience throughout a long season.
While there are numerous positive aspects about this podcast, one area that could use improvement is the sound levels. At times, the volume can be quite low which makes it difficult to hear unless you're in a completely quiet environment. This minor issue aside, everything else about this podcast is fantastic.
In conclusion, The Oakland A's Podcast is a must-listen for any baseball fan, not just A's supporters. The camaraderie and chemistry between Towny and Cody create a dynamic atmosphere that sets this podcast apart from others in the genre. The dedication to providing daily content along with a stacked guest list showcases their commitment to delivering high-quality episodes consistently. This podcast has truly earned its reputation as one of the best baseball podcasts out there, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an enjoyable and informative listening experience.
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On the March 4 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed how we can make the WBC mean more (8:50), how many A's players made ESPN's top 100 list (43:43) and Tyler Soderstrom not making the top 100 list (1:08:28). He was joined by: 1:01:00 Henry Bolte - A's 2022 Second Round Pick & Outfielder 1:16:55 Brady Basso - A's Left-Handed Reliever 1:24:17 Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion, 5x All-Star & A's Broadcaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the March 2 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed why he is excited to see Henry Bolte & Leo De Vries play today vs the Padres (6:50), who the best ABS team so far has been during Spring Training (57:20) and why baseball needs to stop suppressing talent (1:04:00). He was joined by: 40;25 Dave Stewart - A's Hall of Famer & 3x World Series Champion 1:13:20 Chris Caray - A's Broadcaster 1:29:20 Jacob Lopez - A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:42:50 Justin Sterner - A's Right-Handed Reliever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the February 27th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend provided an update on the Nick Kurtz extension talks (14:00) and if Jamie Arnold could reach the the A's as fast as Nick Kurtz did in 2025 (32:40) He was joined by: 47:38 Jamie Arnold - A's 2025 First Round Pick & Left-Handed Pitcher 1:06:45 Ed Sprague - A's Director of Player Development 1:21:45 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:41:30 Michael Kelly - A's Reliever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the February 26th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed how everyone is interested in the new ABS System (29:40) and why 2026 the A's players finally have some normalcy (56:23). He was joined by: 9:27 Mike Ferrin - Host of Power Alley on MLB Network Radio 1:06:43 Jack Perkins - A's Right-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:21:40 Ken Korach - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:40:35 Colby Thomas - A's Outfielder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the February 24th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed Leo De Vries being in the top five prospects on MLB Network (8:15), how the new ABS system will help Luis Severino (33:25) and why Milwaukee Brewers let us all down in 2025 (1:07:50). He was joined by: 1:00:45 Mason Barnett - A's Starting Pitcher 1:24:20 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster 1:42:45 Gage Jump - A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the February 23rd edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed his big takeaway from being in Mesa at A's Spring Training (8:40), why he's tired of hearing about the Dodgers (33:05) and Nick Kurtz hitting leadoff (39:30). He was joined by: 1:00:50 Dallas Braden - A's Broadcaster & Coach during Spring Training 1:16:20 Tyler Ferguson - A's Reliever 1:25:50 Darell Hernaiz - A's Infielder 1:35:40 Johnny Doskow - A's Radio Broadcaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the February 20th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona and talked with: 5:00 Chris Caray - A's Broadcaster 19:45 Brent Rooker - 2x All-Star & A's DH 34:20 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 47:30 Scott Barlow - New A's Right-Handed Reliever 1:06:00 Jeffrey Springs - A's Left- Handed Starting Pitcher 1:15:30 Denzel Clarke - A's Center Fielder 1:23:10 Max Muncy - A's Third Baseman 1:30:50 Steve Fanelli - Senior VP of Business Operations for the A's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's General Manager David Forst discusses: Growth of the A's Minor League System How he feels going into the 2026 season Expectations for Luis Severino & Luis Morales Additions to the bullpen The third base battle Nick Kurtz' first full season Bob Melvin returning to the A's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the February 19th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona and talked with: 1:15 Lawrence Butler - A's Right Fielder 27:05 David Forst - A's General Manager 56:30 Scott Emerson - A's Pitching Coach 1:12:50 Aaron Civale - A's Right-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:31:20 Jacob Wilson - 2025 A's All-Star Shortstop 1:40:40 Hogan Harris - A's Left-Handed Reliever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend and A's manager Mark Kotsay discuss the start of Spring Training for the Athletics, his message for the season, the A's pitching heading into 2026, Luis Severino's second year with the team, the bullpen mentality and building off a strong finish in 2025, the third base battle and continued growth from Shea Langeliers and Nick Kurtz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the February 18th edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from A's Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona and talked with: 6:00 Dave Stewart - A's Hall of Famer 45:20 Mark Kotsay - Manager of the Athletics 1:02:30 Luis Severino - A's Starting Pitcher 1:27:10 Shea Langeliers - A's Catcher 1:42:30 Jeff McNeil - A's Second Baseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode Dallas sits down with Athletics' unanimous Rookie of the Year Nick Kurtz to break down his historic rise to the Big Leagues! Nick dives into the surreal moment he got "the call" from Fran Riordan, the mental approach behind his massive power surge in 2025, and what was going through his head during that legendary 4-homer night in Houston. They also discuss his move to the leadoff spot, the impact of having a veteran like Brent Rooker in the clubhouse, and why this young A's core is ready to take the next step toward winning baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SS Jacob Wilson, A's General Manager David Forst, and Assistant General Manager Dan Feinstein conduct a press conference in Las Vegas, NV. 0:00 Start of show 1:30 A's Jacob Wilson to a 7-year contract extension 9:55 Jacob Wilson Press Conference 23:47 Jacob Wilson - A's Shortstop 34:30 David Forst - A's General Manager 43:18 Jack Wilson - 2004 All-Star & Father of Jacob Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the January 18 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend was live from the A's Clubhouse in West Sacramento to discuss the upcoming season for the Athletics and the unique giveaways at the ballpark this season! He was joined by: 5:30 Jacob Wilson - 2025 All-Star & A's Shortstop 19:45 Tyler Soderstrom - Gold Glove Finalist & A's Left Fielder 33:15 Brent Rooker - 2005 All-Star & A's DH 45:30 Nick Kurtz - 2025 AL Rookie of the Year & A's First Baseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LF Tyler Soderstrom, A's General Manager David Forst, and Manager Mark Kotsay will conduct a press conference in Las Vegas, NV. 0:00 Start of show 1:30 A's Sign Tyler Soderstrom to a 7-year contract extension 15:00 Tyler Soderstrom Press Conference 34:20 Mark Kotsay - A's Manager 41:50 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 51:35 David Forst - A's General Manager Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of Best of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from the Winter Meetings in Orlando that include: 1:00 Jon Morosi - MLB Network Insider & Personality 16:35 Paul Hembekides - Content Producer for ESPN & New York Times Best Selling Author 32:30 Alden Gonzalez - National Baseball Reporter for ESPN 49:20 Kevin Acee - Covers the Padres for the San Diego Union Tribune 1:06:35 Robert Murray - MLB Insider for FanSided 1:28:55 Bob Nightengale - National Baseball Columnist for USA Today 1:47:00 Eno Sarris - National Baseball Writer for the Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of Best of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from the Winter Meetings in Orlando that include: 1:00 Harold Reynolds - 3x Rawlings Gold Glove Winner, 2x All-Star & MLB Network Analyst 13:35 Eduardo Perez - ESPN MLB Analyst & Host on MLB Network Radio 30:00 Brian Kenny - Host of MLB Now on MLB Network 45:55 Brett Phillips - 7-year MLB Veteran 58:40 JIm Duquette - Former MLB General Manager & Host on MLB Network Radio 1:13:05 Barry Larkin - Baseball Hall of Famer, 1995 NL MVP & World Series Champion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of Best of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from the Winter Meetings in Orlando that include: 1:00 Stephen Vogt - 2x AL Manager of the Year for the Cleveland Guardians 10:15 Kurt Suzuki - Former A's Catcher & Manager of the Los Angeles Angels 17:35 Torey Lovullo - Former A's Infielder & Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks 27:50 Tony Vitello - Manager of the San Francisco Giants 39:00 Don Kelly - Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of Best of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from the Winter Meetings in Orlando that include: 1:00 Billy Owens - A's Assistant General Manager 20:50 Jonny Gomes - 2x World Series Champion Joe Rudi - A's Hall of Famer & 3x World Series Champion 58:40 Scott Emerson - A's Pitching Coach 1:25:45 Dan Otero - Former A's Reliever & Senior Director of Field Operations for MLB 1:37:10 Martín Gallegos - Covers the A's for MLB.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's General Manager David Forst discusses: The Rule 5 draft Extending young players on the A's roster Las Vegas Experience Center Reliever Market Bullpen Turnaround in 2025 Starting pitching market The Winter Meetings and his relationship with other GM's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Winter Meetings Day Three Morning Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 1:00 David Forst - General Manager of the Athletics 56:00 Jon Morosi - MLB Insider for MLB Network 1:13:45 Robert Murray - MLB Insider for FanSided 1:45:57 Eduardo Perez - MLB Analyst for ESPN 2:10:20 Jesús Cano - Writer/Editor for Baseball America 2:28:15 Kemp Gouldin - Founder of Because Baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Winter Meetings Day two PM Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 1:00 Torey Lovullo - Torey Lovullo - Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks 25:25 Don Kelly - Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates 31:20 Brian Kenny - Host of MLB Now on MLB Network 47:18 Jim Duquette - Former MLB GM & Co-Host of Power Alley on SiriusXM 1:01:40 Mike Ferrin - Co-Host of Power Alley on SiriusXM 1;35:50 Tony Vitello - Manager of the San Francisco Giants 1:47:55 Joe Rudi - A's Hall of Famer & 3x World Series Champion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend & A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss: Winter meetings so far Pitching outlook for 2026 Looking towards the future 2nd and 3rd base for 2026 Nick Kurtz year two Relationship with David and the front office Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Winter Meetings Day two Morning Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 1:46 Alden Gonzalez - ESPN MLB Reporter 18:35 Dan Otero - Former A's Reliever & Senior Director of Field Operations for MLB 37:30 Paul Hembekides - Content Producer for ESPN 1:05:22 Kevin Acee - Covers the Padres for the San Diego Union Tribune 1:22:45 Mark Kotsay - Manager of the Athletics 1:49:50 Stephen Vogt - 2x AL Manager of the Year for the Cleveland Guardians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Winter Meetings Day One Afternoon Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 4:35 Scott Emerson - A's Pitching Coach 31:50 Jonny Gomes - 2x World Series Champion 54:39 Eno Sarris - National Baseball Writer for the Athletic 1:02:00 Billy Owens - A's Assistant General Manager 1:30:45 Mike Petriello - National Baseball Writer for MLB.com 1:44:28 Barry Larkin - Baseball Hall of Famer & 1995 NL MVP 2:03:11 Kurt Suzuki - Manager of the Los Angeles Angels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Winter Meetings Day One Morning Edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 14:50 Brett Phillips - 7-year MLB Veteran 28:05 Bob Nightengale - National Baseball Columnist for USA Today 51:40 Martin Gallegos - Covers the A's for MLB.com 1:26:00 Lou Merloni - 9-Year MLB veteran & Broadcaster for the Boston Red Sox 1:57:40 Chip Caray - Voice of the St. Louis Cardinals 2:01:30 Harold Reynolds - 3x Rawlings Gold Glove Winner, 2x All-Star & MLB Network Analyst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the September 23 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was live from the A's Ballpark Experience Center in Las Vegas and was joined by: 13:20 Bjarke Ingels - Architect, Founder & Creative Partner of Bjarke Ingels 21:56 John Fisher - Managing Partner of the Athletics 35:40 Ross Bowen - VP of Ballpark Development for the Athletics 53:45 John Downey - Senior VP of Strategic Solutions for Advent 1:07:00 Feh Tarty - Chair of Coexistence Story 1:18:57 Marc Badain - President of the Athletics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of Beyond The Dugout presented by Las Vegas, Dallas Braden chats with A's Center Fielder Denzel Clarke about his journey, sharing heartwarming stories about his athletic family, the exact moment he realized his potential, and the feeling of robbing his first home run in the big leagues. Plus, find out what a star center fielder does to unwind, including his favorite anime and his dream vacation spot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Beyond The Dugout presented by Las Vegas, Dallas Braden chats with A's catcher Shea Langeliers about life behind the plate, his journey to the big leagues, and what it takes to lead from one of baseball's toughest positions. Shea talks about his daily routines, building relationships with pitchers, and stepping into the leadoff role. He also shares what it's like playing in his home state of Texas, how he and his wife enjoy nights out in Las Vegas, and why fans should be excited about the A's young core. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from A's Cast Live during the second half of the 2025 season. He was joined by: 1:00 Liam Hendriks - 2x Mariano Rivera Reliever of the Year Award winner & 3x All-Star 13:37 Torey Lovullo - Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks 19:50 Chip & Chris Caray - Broadcaster for the St. Louis Cardinals & Athletics 34:22 Jack Wilson - Father of Jacob Wilson & 2004 All-Star 52:25 Brian Kenny - Host of MLB Now on MLB Network 1:09:25 Geoff Blum - World Series Hero & Houston Astros TV Broadcaster 1:21:47 Robert Flores - Host of MLB Central on MLB Network 1:33:40 Stephen Nesbitt - National MLB Writer for the Athletic 1:49:55 Jesús Cano - Writer/Editor for Baseball America (Nick Kurtz Announcement) 2:00:10 Eno Sarris - National Baseball Writer for the Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from A's Cast Live during the second half of the 2025 season. He was joined by: 1:00 Mark McGwire - A's Hall of Famer, World Series Champion & 1987 AL Rookie of the Year 13:38 Mark Mulder - A's Hall of Famer & 2x All-Star 22:36 Tim Hudson - A's Hall of Famer, World Series Champion & 4x All-Star 30:10 Barry Zito - A's Hall of Famer & 2002 AL Cy Young Award winner 40:15 Tony La Russa - Baseball Hall of Famer, 3x World Series Champion & A's Hall of Famer 52:30 Bobby Crosby - 2004 AL Rookie of the Year & A's First Base Coach 1:02:00 Ed Sprague - A's Director of Player Development 1:17:20 Eric Kubota - A's Director of Scouting 1:36:20 Eric Martins - A's Third Base Coach 1:48:00 Mike McFerran - A's Minor League Pitching Coordinator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews with A's players from A's Cast Live during the second half of the 2025 season. He was joined by: 1:00 Jacob Wilson - A's All-Star Shortstop 12:10 Lawrence Butler - A's Outfielder 24:18 Hogan Harris - A's Left-Handed Reliever 34:23 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 42:30 Colby Thomas - A's Outfielder 52:35 Jacob Lopez - A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:01:35 JJ Bleday - A's Outfielder 1:09:38 Darell Hernaiz - A's Infielder 1:18:33 Jeffrey Springs - A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher 1:27:50 Mason Barnett- A's Starting Pitcher 1:37:35 Willie MacIver - A's Catcher 1:47:45 Shea Langeliers - A's Catcher 1:59:10 Zack Gelof - A's Second Baseman 2:08:27 Max Schuemann - A's Infielder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend takes calls from fans and discusses the Athletics' 9-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals in the finale of their three-game set from West Sacramento. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's Cast Production Assistants, Michael Baribault and Kyle Morrison, discuss the final game of the Athletics' 2025 season. Tonight's show features audio from Nick Kurtz (7:02), Brent Rooker (13:41), and Mark Kotsay (21:32). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend takes calls from fans and discusses the Athletics' 4-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals in game two of their three-game set from West Sacramento. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's Cast Production Assistants, Michael Baribault and Kyle Morrison, discuss the Athletics' 4-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals in game two of their three-game series from West Sacramento. Tonight's show features audio from Luis Morales (10:05) and Mark Kotsay (17:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend takes calls from fans and discusses the Athletics' 4-3 win vs the Kansas City Royals in game one of their three-game set from West Sacramento Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's Cast Production Assistants, Michael Baribault and Kyle Morrsion, discuss the Athletics' 4-3 walk-off win over the Kansas City Royals in game one of their three-game set from West Sacramento. Tonight's show features audio from Mark Kotsay (19:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Townsend & A's Manager Mark Kotsay discuss: The teams improvement in 2025 Luis Morales' development and becoming a front line starter Jeffrey Springs making 30 starts Kurtz & Wilson's rookie seasons Consistency from Soderstrom & Rooker Lawrence Butler winning the Dave Stewart Award Shea Langeliers' growth and breakout season The work done by the coaching staff in 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's General Manager David Forst discusses: End of the 2025 season Baseball America farm system ranking Leo De Vries future The win improvement from 2024 How proud he is of Mark Kotsay and the coaching staff The growth of the bullpen The A's young position players Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Johnny Doskow, Martin Gallegos, David Feldman, and Ken Korach preview game one of the Royals and Athletics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the September 26 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 1:30 David Forst - General Manager of the Athletics 17:40 Bobby Crosby - 2004 AL ROY & A's First Base Coach 38:14 Mark Kotsay - Manager of the Athletics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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