Sports And Songs

Show Date: 7/14/25Dan and Andy talk sports for the week. MLB, WNBA, Town Ball (Crow River Valley League), Federal League, Maddyn Greenway, Police Report and more!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 7/13/25Dan and welcomes Jason Steffens to the show. He is a life-long fan of "Classic Rock" and provides insight into his love of that genre.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 7/10/25Dan provides a summary of his visit to Trust Park in "The Battery" area outside of Atlanta. This includes photos from outside the stadium as well as inside the ballpark, the museum, the field, dugout, press box, and more!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 7/7/25Dan Hennen welcomes Jamie Houselog to the show to talk Federal League Baseball in Minnesota. Founded in 1986, the Federal League has become home to "THE TOP 35+ BASEBALL LEAGUE IN THE COUNTRY." Jamie was a former Amateur Baseball Player for several Town Ball teams in Minnesota and then moved on to the the Senior Circuit (age 35 and up) with the Chaska Diamonds and currently the Chaska Voyageurs. He also volunteers his time as Secretary for the Federal League.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 7/3/25Dan and Andy review the 2004 acoustic EP "The Other Side" by Godsmack.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

What is an EP?

Show Date: 6/30/25Dan and Andy talk sports updates. The death of Dave Parker, MLB, WNBA, and Andy's "Soap Box" segment.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

June 29 this day in music history

Show Date: 6/26/25Dan and Andy review the 1979 album "Tusk" by Fleetwood Mac.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 6/23/25Dan and Andy talk sports updates. NCAA D1 Baseball World Series, MLB, NHL, NBA, WNBA, NASCAR, and Harrison Bader compared to Danny Gladden, and Andy's "Soap Box" segment.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Happy Birthday Michael Anthony #vanhalen #chickenfoot #sammyhagar #michaelanthony

Show Date: 6/19/25Andy reviews the 1978 comedy album "A Wild and Crazy Guy" by Steven Martin.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 6/16/25Dan and Andy talk sports updates. NCAA D1 Baseball World Series, MLB, NHL, NBA, WNBA, UFL and Jordan Ta'amu. Andy's "Soap Box" segment and an update on Barry Sanders as well. High School Varsity sports spring championships (Boy's Baseball, Boy's Volleyball) rounded out the show.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Father's Day. Don't let music ruin a relationship. Let it help bring it together

Show Date: 6/12/25Dan and Andy review the 1983 album "Breaking The Chains" by Dokken.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 6/9/25Dan and Andy talk sports updates. NCAA D1 Softball and Baseball; High School Softball and Baseball, MLB, UFL, NBA, High School Wrestling, NHL, Town Ball Baseball, Simone Biles and Riley Gaines.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Farewell Tours

Show Date: 6/5/25Dan and Andy review the 1978 Black Sabbath album "Never Say Die!"Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 6/2/25Dan and Andy welcome special guest Pat Tschida to the show to talk Town Ball baseball, and in particular the Watertown Red Devils. The Red Devils will play the '25 season in Class B this year and the reigning MVP of the Crow River Valley League will provide his thoughts on the upcoming '25 season. In 2024, Pat was the Hitter of the Year and the Pitcher of the Year in a very tough CRVL. Mr. Tschida is also the head Varsity Coach for the Watertown-Mayer Royals baseball team in the Wright County - West Conference. Article by Kip Kovar in the Herald Journal about Pat Tschida from 5/5/25.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Songs and Politics don't mix

Show Date: 5/29/25Dan and Andy review the 1985 debut album by The Firm.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 5/21/25Dan welcomes special guest Ronnie Olson to the show to talk Town Ball baseball, and in particular the Waconia Lakers.The Lakers won the Class C State Title last year, and we preview the upcoming '25 season. Ronnie is a veteran 2B on the team, and gives his thoughts on the schedule, the new Class A upgrade, the player criteria points and more!MN Baseball Association website: https://minnesotabaseballassociation.org/Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Andy goes over why a cassette tape is better then streaming

Show Date: 5/22/25Dan and Andy review the 1988 debut album by Winger.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 5/19/25Dan and Andy talk NHL, NBA, MLB Hall of Fame, MN Twins winning streak, UFL, WNBA, PWHL and Andy's "Soap Box" segment.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Heavy Metal Day. Ronnie James Dio. 15th Anniversary of his passing

Show Date: 5/15/25Dan reviews the 1994 album by The Black Crowes "Amorica."Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 5/12/25Dan and Andy talk NHL, MLB, Town Ball baseball, Horse Racing, NFL and more!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Happy Motorhead Day

Show Date: 5/8/25Dan and Andy review the 1987 album "Dream Evil" by Dio.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 5/5/25Dan and Andy talk WNBA, PWHL, NBA, NHL, MLB, Florida Complex Rookie league season opener and more! Town Ball baseball notes as well as suggestions for Mother's Day!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Happy Birthday Lou Gramm

Show Date: 5/1/25Dan and Andy review the 1973 album "Goats Head Soup" by the Rolling Stones.Music Video for "Criss Cross" Music Video for "All The Rage"Music Video for "Scarlet"Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/30/25Dan and Andy host a special BONUS Episode with guest "Swagg" to discuss MLB Franchise ownership and the pros/cons of being an owner. What do owners do that are "right" in the fan's eyes and what do owners do that are "wrong" in the fans eyes. What is the correct answer.....and finally, IS there a correct answer? Main points are MN Twins, NY Mets, and LA Dodgers and Florida Marlins.Links to Dan's previous BONUS episodes on this topic:https://youtu.be/NMTKanAtAcI?si=X9DbyDtHqdn17P5Mhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJUyDgibr88https://youtu.be/VicF5aEsUCg?si=3id6Js2bH-B2N_HsSports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/28/25Andy and Dan talk WNBA, NFL, UFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, Town Ball Baseball, Federal League Baseball.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Music news and concert dates

Show Date: 4/24/25Dan and Andy review the 1993 album "Undertow" by Tool.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/21/25Dan hosts a BONUS episode with "Craig from Philly". We preview/predict the entire First Round of the NFL draft in Green Bay, WI this weekend! Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/21/25Andy and Dan talk WNBA, NFL, UFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, WWE, College Wrestling, College Baseball, Federal League Baseball and "Andy's Soap Box."Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Andy gives a little background on Stryper drummer Robert Sweet

Show Date: 4/17/25Dan and Andy review the 1988 album "In God We Trust" by Stryper.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/16/25Dan hosts a BONUS episode with Craig from Philly. We discuss the upcoming WrestleMania 41 in Vegas this weekend! The WWE Hall of Fame class for 2025.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/14/25Andy and Dan talk college hockey, college basketball, WNBA Draft, MLB, The Masters, Joe Mauer Statue, World Baseball Classic and "Andy's Soap Box"!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/10/25Dan reviews the 2006 live album "Skin and Bones" by Foo Fighters.Acoustic clip for the song "Marigold"Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/7/25Andy and Dan welcome "Anthony from DC" to talk NHL and record holder Alex Ovechkin (Washington Capitals). We also discuss NCAA sports, MLB, NFL, NBA, WNBA, UFL and more!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 4/3/25Andy and Dan review the 1988 album "Blow My Fuse" by Kix."Don't Close Your Eyes" music videoLink to our previous podcast on Kix.Andy's news begins at the 11:52 mark.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 3/31/25Andy and Dan discuss sports from the past week. NCAA Men's/Women's Basketball, UFL, MLB, MN Twins and Fox 9 Town Ball!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 3/27/25Andy and Dan review the 1981 album "Diary of a Madman" by Ozzy Osbourne.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 3/24/25Andy and Dan discuss sports from the past week. Minnesota High School Winter sports wrap up. NCAA Men's/Women's Basketball, Women's College Hockey, UFL, MLB, NBA, WNBA, Pro Wrestling and NCAA College Wrestling. A segment on the passing of George Foreman as well. There are two "Andy's Soap Box" editions also!Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 3/20/25Andy and Dan review the 1994 Soundgarden album "Superunknown."Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/

Show Date: 3/20/25Dan presents the projected rosters for both the MN Twins and St. Paul Saints (AAA) for opening day 2025. He reviews the players "on the bubble" and how current/future injuries could shake things up this season.Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/