Jennings Compton talks about the unique world of minor league sports, his time traveling around the world pursuing a stand up comedy career, and touring with your favorite bands. The show will feature interviews with weekly guests, Hot Take mascot conspiracy theories, and a whole lotta ballpark hotd…
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WE BACK! Jennings and Damian sit down for what is probably the longest episode yet to discuss the Potomac Nationals, Jennings' recent meet-up with MiLB write/vagabond, Ben Hill, and find out just where the hell the guys have been for the last six months.
Souvenir Cup is about spreading the word of Minor League Sports and all that it entails. And this week's episode is about just that. We have Ira George and Anthony Purcella on to chat about our few weeks on the road together and hitting some baseball games along the way. We discuss Ira and Anthony's first time at a Minor League Baseball game, dogs at the ballpark, free beer in Pensacola, foul balls in Buffalo, and one of us had a NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE in Richmond. Take a listen to find out who! Follow Ira and Anthony on their socials! Twitter/IG: @trythefish Twitter/IG: @sadgrooves
After yet another unexpected gap between episodes, Jennings and Damian jump back in the saddle to record a new episode. The guys double dip on this episode and discuss not one but two teams...in two different sports. Tulsa's Minor League Baseball club, the Drillers, and the cities' East Coast Hockey League franchise, the Tulsa Oilers.
With baseball season over and done with and the winter months in full-swing, Souvenir Cup shifts gears to include the show's first highlight segment on a hockey team. The guys discuss the Florida Everblades of the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL), go over a list of "First Times...", and talk some shit. Feels good to be back!
After an unexpected hiatus, Jennings and Damian are back on the mics to catch up and discuss the upcoming holidays! This episode is a celebration of the lives of KA-KA, Big Kirb Young, and Viktor Smith.
Jennings' trip through New England lands him in Manchester, New Hampshire to chat with long time friend and fellow merchandise manager, Jamie Skilogianis AKA Jamie Bag O' DONUTS! The two cover the New Hampshire Fishercats of the Eastern League and just about every donut shop from coast to coast. This episode is SWEET! See what I did there...
Following a live comedy house show in Hagerstown, MD, Jennings sits down to chat with the man that made that very show possible, Tim Synder. The two discuss The Aberdeen Ironbirds of the New York-Penn League. As well as, Tim's time as a former collegiate and professional mascot! Tune in to hear all about the the man behind the furry mask!
This week's episode caps off a great weekend of music and comedy by way of The Sophomore Slump Festival in Durham, NC! Jennings brings on the creators of the festival Liz Mercer and Ric Peterson to discuss music in the Triangle Area and how the growth of Durham has helped grow the popularity of Sophomore Slump Weekend. As well as, Durham native, Mike Schons, to discuss the Durham Bulls baseball club and some Durham history!
Jennings and Damian are back for another episode of Souvenir Cup and this week the guys are highlighting The Birmingham Barons (Chicago White Sox's Double-A Affiliate). Other topics of discussion include Michael Jordan's baseball career, Jennings' time as a professional wrestler, and some HOT takes on chicken wings! Tasty!
After a busy week of comedy shows and going to 8 baseball games in just 7 days, Jennings is back home in Laurens, SC alongside Souvenir Cup producer, Damian Johnson! This week's episode highlights The Northwest Arkansas Naturals of the Texas League, an update on the kick-off to Jennings' first ever comedy tour, and the guy's love for dogs!
Jennings and Damian are back again this week to dive into the newest franchise of the South Atlantic League, The Columbia Fireflies. The boys discuss the unique neighborhood surrounding Spirit Communications Park, Tim Tebow's time spent playing with The Fireflies, and a few stories to explain why Jennings has such disdain for his home state's capital city...Columbia, South Carolina.
Jennings is finally home after a one final summer out on the Van's Warped Tour and playing catch up with the show's producer, Damian and their long time friend, Trey Gaines. In this week's episode The Batavia Muckdogs of the New York-Penn League are in the spotlight as the Featured Team Of The Week. The tiny town of Batavia, New York, $1 Hotdog Night at Dwyer Stadium, and Jennings' tour announcement are all packed into this fun-filled episode!
After a long show day in Detroit, Jennings brings Ira George (Guitarist of Movements) onto the show to chat about The San Antonio Missions, high-stakes fantasy baseball leagues, and some of the top prospects in the minors to keep an eye on.
With the final Warped Tour in full-swing, Jennings sits down for this week's episode with close friend, John Ryan of the band, Keep Flying. The two discuss the featured team of the week, The Las Vegas 51s, classic sports movies, and the cons of working such a grueling tour schedule during the Dog Days Of Summer.
Jennings brings Pat Kennedy of the band, Light Years, on the show to discuss the Columbus Clippers of the International League, his court-side experience at a Big3 Basketball game, and the pros and cons of working for a band vs. playing in one.
Jennings and Damian are back at it again this week highlighting the Daytona Tortugas of the Florida State League, reflecting where they were the day Dale Earnhardt died, and discussing the importance of Warped Tour.
Jennings talks his recent trip to Jacksonville with Souvenir Cup producer, Damian Johnson. The guys discuss the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp of The Southern League, putting pulled pork on a footlong hotdog, and a streaker at the game!!!
Jennings Compton talks about the unique world of minor league sports, his time traveling around the world pursuing a stand up comedy career, and touring with your favorite bands. The show will feature interviews with weekly guests, Hot Take mascot conspiracy theories, and a whole lotta ballpark hotdogs!