Podcasts about banana ball

Straight from the source! We are joined by Director of Baseball Operations for The Savannah Bananas to chat about the whirl wind journey he's had with the team and his own turf origin story. Adam shares with us ouse of his favorite memories from the road and what he hopes resonates with groundskeepers when his team is in town. Here's what you'll hear in this week's #GroundskeeperChat:  Adam Virant's turf origin story  The biggest curveball Banana Ball has encountered on the road  Building trust and communication with local field managers Typical day in the life during the Banana Ball World Tour  A little bit more about our guest...  Adam Virant is a coach for the Savannah Bananas and Director of Baseball Operations. His love for the sport and dreams to join the major leagues started at a young age while being raised in Nebraska. When joining the organization he dove head first into helping with the turf and learning about the complexity of it. Virant traded in his law books for baseball glove and never looked back!

Baseball has gone bananas lately and the Savannah Bananas are in high demand. To hear about Banana Ball, their history at Grayson Stadium and how they leverage a video board to elevate the already amazing game-day experience, Justin and Matt sat down with Jared Orton, the Bananas' President.   Links: The Savannah Bananas Website: https://thesavannahbananas.com/ YouTube Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dy9HnAelBMA  Daktronics News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/daktronics-goes-bananas-with-installation-at-grayson-stadium-in-savannah  

In this episode Andy talks about his experience at Banana Ball and stinky sweat.

Salem Red Sox's Director of Field Operations, Will Cole has always been on our radar and now he's making his first appearance on our Groundskeeper Chat series. Will brings vast experience to minor league baseball and has always found himself being pulled to sports turf. Will joined us days before his stadium welcomed the Banana Ball World Tour. Here's what else you'll hear on this week's episode:  How the Red Sox crew was preparing for Banana Ball  Will's turf origin story Will's mental health journey in minor league baseball  The importance of networking and being involved in industry associations.  A little bit more about our guest... Will Cole is the Director of Field Operations for the Salem Red Sox and President of Virginia Sports Field Management Association.

Rob Ellis and Jody Mac, in for Mike Sielski, talk a lot of Phillies. After destroying the Yankees last night, where do the Phillies think they need to improve? What will they do at the deadline? Scott Lauber joins the show to talk about the Phillies and their future as the deadline looms. Joe Sperone, a local product who now pitches for the Texas Tailgaters (who play against the Savannah Bananas), talks about how he went from the greater Philadelphia area, to playing at West Chester University, to now pitching for the Tailgaters!

Tom is about bunjee fitness and Molly is taking the Ja Rule challenge. Then Tom is tapping his nails on everything, while Molly is watching some banana ball.LINKS:The Ja Rule challengeBanana baseball leagueBunjee Fitness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris is back from his one day at jury duty, no, he wasn't selected. Banana ball put some life in downtown this weekend; Gen Z workers have 'ghosted' their jobs more than the rest of workforce; Did you see this? huge payout for South Park.

The Savannah Bananas are bringing their unique blend of baseball and entertainment to Busch Stadium tonight and tomorrow night. Bananas pitcher Noah Niznick grew up in St. Louis and pitched collegiately at Southeast Missouri State University. He speaks about coming home to pitch in the ballpark where he watched his baseball heroes growing up and how he describes “Banana Ball” to his friends and family.

This week on Game Changers, host Jackson Vaughan explores why the future of gaming might not be radical reinvention—but smart, surprising reinvention of the familiar.From Echo Chess and Balatro to Banana Ball and Fortnite, some of the most engaging experiences today are breathing new life into time-tested formats. These aren't nostalgia plays—they're blueprints for how developers can build on what players already love while still delivering something fresh.But why is this remix strategy working so well now? And what does it mean for innovation, IP, and the future of fan engagement?What You'll Learn in This Episode:• Why reimagined classics like Echo Chess and Balatro are capturing modern audiences• How Banana Ball turned baseball into a sold-out, festival-like phenomenon• What Fortnite teaches us about evolving IP while maintaining familiarity• Why players crave the comfort of the known—but still want to be surprisedWhether you're a game developer, investor, or someone curious about how tradition and innovation can coexist, this episode explores why the best new games often start with something old.Love what you're hearing?Subscribe to Game Changers on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to stay inspired.Want more insights like this every week?Sign up for the Konvoy Newsletter to explore the future of gaming, tech, and venture capital.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Mike Elam guest hosting, Mike is joined by the Reardon Roundtable which is made up of Jane Dueker, Steve Butz, and Mary Elizabeth Coleman. They discuss various political topics including NPR getting their funding cut, the Trump Administration's handling of the Epstein case, and much more. In hour 2, Mike and the crew discuss the Savannah Banana's coming to town and playing at Busch Stadium. Sue then hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and much more. Mike is then joined by Paul Hall with Common Guy Film Reviews. They discusses upcoming movies and shows that will be releasing this weekend. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. They discuss the Cardinals upcoming schedule and how they could handle the trade deadline. In hour 3, Mike is joined by Tim Graham, the Executive Director for the Media Research Center's Newsbusters. They discuss CBS cancelling Stephen Colbert's Show. Why is this happening? What does it mean for the future of late night talk shows? Mike is then joined by Vicki Bryant, the Vice President of Special Events for the St. Louis Cardinals. She discusses the Savannah Banana's playing at Busch Stadium this weekend and some of the different things to do around the ballpark. He is later joined by Tami Brown, the Executive Director of the St. Louis Aquarium. They discuss the lineup of events going on this weekend at Union Station and throughout St. Louis for the Savannah Banana's being in town. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

KMOX's Stuart McMillian explains the Banana Ball craze. It hits St Louis on its 'barnstorming' tour this weekend. © Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Hancock and Kelley in-studio; comments on Banana Ball; the Lake Debate (Table Rock wins); fish stories; let's go fly a kite!

St. Louis native Noah Niznik has found his home on the baseball field with the Savannah Bananas, which has gone viral across the country for turning America's pastime into "Banana Ball”. Nizknik talks about his lifelong love of baseball, being discovered by the Savannah Bananas, and how the team helped him realize his dream of being a professional baseball player. The Savannah Bananas will be bringing their baseball tour to Busch Stadium on July 18.

Bucky has a scare (fireworks induced, per the vet). Erin consumes too much sodium. Her shore life brings fireworks mishaps, nosy neighbor watch, and a free couch score. The Savannah Bananas' Banana Ball revolutionizes baseball with wild rules like no bunting, sprinting on ball four, and fans catching foul balls for outs. We want VIP tickets! Philly's getting a WNBA team in 2030 (maybe the Philadelphia Freedom?). We go over some fun name suggestions. Lululemon's suing Costco over Kirkland dupes of their designs, sparking debate on innovation vs. imitation. Joey Chestnut downs 70.5 hot dogs (buns included) for his 17th Nathan's win, leaving us wondering about the aftermath. Wimbledon's 55,000 used tennis balls become cozy homes for harvest mice. Noah Lyles faces Olympic pressure due to sponsorship stakes, and robot soccer in China ends with stretchers and zero goals.

0:00 - Are you a fan of the Savannah Bananas? Do you like Banana Ball? Or is it an insult to the sport of baseball? 19:51 - Rick George thinks CU should play Nebraska in football every year because it's "good for the game." CU fans of the world - if you could only pick one...would you rather play CSU or Nebraska every year?36:01 - Our old Rockies friend DJ LeMahieu got DFA'd by the Yankees. Most people look at Arenado getting shipped off to St. Louis as the beginning of the end. Vic says it was actually losing DJ. 

Call us at 631-377-4869 It's So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! We start off with a question about what goes on during a Players' Only meeting! (8:10) Is A.J. Hinch the most valuable manager in baseball? (14:10) How do you deal with loss? Especially when you are the head of a business or company. (23:00) Mount Rushmore of candy! (31:20) This is just a big ole pat on the back for me! (34:30) Could you see MLB expand internationally to make the game more global? Does it make sense to do this? (44:05) Banana Ball! Should MLB we worried about the success of the Savannah Bananas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Call us at 631-377-4869 It's So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! We start off with a question about what goes on during a Players' Only meeting! (8:10) Is A.J. Hinch the most valuable manager in baseball? (14:10) How do you deal with loss? Especially when you are the head of a business or company. (23:00) Mount Rushmore of candy! (31:20) This is just a big ole pat on the back for me! (34:30) Could you see MLB expand internationally to make the game more global? Does it make sense to do this? (44:05) Banana Ball! Should MLB we worried about the success of the Savannah Bananas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's press conference we take questions on nerd rankings, batters approaches at the plate from Doug Waechter, the All-Star game being like Banana Ball and Aaron's Golf game.

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, as the death toll in south Texas exceeds 100, Governor Greg Abbott vows to increase search and rescue efforts until every missing person is accounted for. Cleanup efforts for the disastrous flood intensify as miles of mountainous debris is set to be cleared. Aid and volunteer efforts from all over the nation are pouring in. Also audio from President Trump on "Commie Mamdani" calling out the socialist NY mayoral hopeful a communist, Gary remembers Banana Ball, audio from the president of Judicial Watch Tom Fitton on the credibility of the Epstein client list and much more. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Mark Dondero joins Felger and Mazz as they open the third hour with calls on the Luis Ortiz gambling scandal, whether the Red Sox should buy or sell, and Joe Mazzulla’s Summer League plan. (10:59) The guys react to Wimbledon’s faulty A.I. line judges and discuss its shortcomings. (26:26) Comments on the NBA’s new Summer League statistic ruling regarding buzzer-beater half-court shots, plus discussion about the rules in Savannah Bananas baseball games.

Bill rambles about banana ball, Sabbath's last show, and the corporate world. Zip Recruiter: Let ZipRecruiter find what you’re looking for free at this exclusive web address www.ZipRecruiter.com/BURR Lucyd: If you’re ready to upgrade your eyewear, head to Lucyd.coand use code BURR for 20% off.

Correspondent Bill Whitaker ventures out to one of the most dangerous inlets in America, nicknamed the Graveyard of the Pacific, at the mouth of the Columbia River. The mission? Document the training of elite members of the U.S. Coast Guard determined to graduate from the National Motor Lifeboat School and earn the coveted title of certified Surfmen. Whitaker speaks with some of the best water rescue professionals in the country as they push their limits, tackling the roughest waters and toughest test, to hear firsthand what it takes to operate in huge breaking surf in order to save lives. Located in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay and only accessible by boat, Smith Island, Md., is a place where time stands still, and its residents speak a unique dialect. Rising sea levels and erosion are changing the landscape and placing residents at risk of becoming some of the country's first climate refugees. Correspondent Jon Wertheim meets these locals to hear how climate change threatens their way of life – and the island itself – and how their perseverance and pride are inspiring a new generation of islanders. Something unusual is going on in Major League Baseball stadiums across the country this season, and it isn't traditional baseball. Correspondent Lesley Stahl reports from Savannah, Ga., on the dancing, back-flipping, lip-syncing almost-baseball team, the Savannah Bananas. They've created a new twist on the sport, which they call Banana Ball. Among its rules: a two-hour time limit; no bunting, walks or mound visits; and if a fan catches a foul ball, it's an out. Stahl meets Banana Ball's unorthodox, yellow-clad founder, Jesse Cole, and discovers the electric, circus-meets-sporting-event atmosphere that is selling out ballparks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Mazz is joined by Joe Murray and Matt McCarthy as they open the third hour with conversation about the possibility of the Celtics adding a big name such as Damian Lillard ahead of the upcoming season. (9:30) Continued thoughts on the Celtics potentially making more big moves this summer. Plus, caller reactions on the state of the Red Sox. (22:43) Discussion about the level of hope for the Patriots’ upcoming season with Mike Vrabel as head coach. (31:34) The guys talk about the Savannah Bananas show at Fenway Park and some of the rules of Banana Ball.

Millions are going bananas over a fast-paced and entertaining take on baseball. Deema Zein took in a game between the Savannah Bananas and the Firefighters to see what "banana ball" is all about. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In today's #MikeJonesMinuteCon, we'll talk about 4th Of July Weekend with Banana Ball, Monster Jam and Joey Chestnut's return to the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest! 

Former Vol Baseball star Liam Spence joins the program to tell stories from his latest adventures in Banana Ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Vol Baseball star Liam Spence joins the program to tell stories from his latest adventures in Banana Ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Vol Baseball star Liam Spence joins the program to tell stories from his latest adventures in Banana Ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to "The Sandy Koufax Show" where all of our topics are related to Sandy Koufax is celebration of reaching our toughest Hall of Fame Discussion...possibly ever. We discuss the rthe "Bonus Baby Rule" that began Koufax's career. Was it good and how responsible was it for how long it took him to blossom? For our This Week In Baseball, we discuss the first no-hitter thrown by Koufax in 1962. It started his trend of no-hitters, but was it as impressive as the others?Our Hall of Famer this week is, of course, Sandy Koufax. He is famed in legend and story, but the time has come to decide if we think his HOF election was the right decision.In our singlular parting shot his week talks about the Savannah Bananas and their famous, "Banana Ball". So many love, but what do Josh and the rest of us have to say about it?Enjoy our new crop of weekly commercials with Anthony Rizzo and Kris Bryant's new business, MLB 13 with Jose Bautista, and Jamie Moyer's French pitching radar.Please join us as we discuss baseball topics and we continue our mission to make The Hall small. We hope you'll enjoy the ride.TimestampsThis Week In Baseball - 14:55Hall of Fame Discussion - 27:42Parting Shots - 56:55

The hottest ticket for a game in town isn't for the Chicago Cubs or White Sox.A new barnstorming league of dancing ballplayers making national headlines and packing football stadiums for reimagining the stodgy rules of America's pastime have sold out Sox Park for two nights between Aug. 15-16.More than 182,000 people applied to a lottery just for the chance to buy tickets to see the Savannah Bananas play one of their traveling foils, The Firefighters, at Sox Park for the debut of “Banana Ball” in Chicago this summer.Host - Jon HansenReporter - Mack LiedermanRead More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch five years ago, we've published more than 25,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 130,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.

Mark chats about the NBA, gives his thoughts on Pirates player Oneil Cruz and Steelers player Minkah Fitzpatrick, and then talks more about the extravagant new sport - Banana Ball.

Mark chats about the NBA, gives his thoughts on Pirates player Oneil Cruz and Steelers player Minkah Fitzpatrick, and then talks more about the extravagant new sport - Banana Ball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark continues to take more calls from listeners, talks more about the phenomenon that is the Savannah Bananas and Banana Ball, before being joined by former NHL player and Pittsburgh native Matt Bartkowski.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark continues to take more calls from listeners, talks more about the phenomenon that is the Savannah Bananas and Banana Ball, before being joined by former NHL player and Pittsburgh native Matt Bartkowski.

(Episode 338) On this show the Blueberry Chicks swing by the studio to talk about the upcoming holiday, their superfan and a few personal things. Amanda Jones and Mason Dixon join Rob in the studio to talk about feeding other people dogs, County Road 689, making merch, being competitive at a charity event, and all the fun that comes with stardom. Scott T eventually calls in for a Road Report and story about being hit in the parking lot while sleeping in his sleeper. On Racin' Mason Dixon Front Porch Stomp, the subject will be Banana ball. Mason wants to talk to Rob and Amanda about their Banana Ball experience at the ball park in Grand Rapids. It's all here, right now and so much more on The Moondog Show.

Be honest: do you still regularly invest time dreaming of new possibilities for your life?  While far too many of us have given up on our dreams, Jesse Cole is living proof that no matter how low (or broke) we may be, creating the life of our dreams is not only possible, but it's never too late—and today's episode can help you do the same.  One of the most inspiring human beings I've ever met, Jesse dreamt of making it big as a professional baseball player—until an injury put an end to that dream. But where one dream ended, an even bigger one began…  After realizing baseball fans regularly left games early, Jesse reimagined the sport he loved and created a wildly entertaining, fast-paced version of baseball called “Banana Ball” that has taken the sports world by storm with a waitlist of 3.5 million people and over 15 million followers online!  I met Jesse backstage at an event we were both speaking at, where he told me that reading The Miracle Morning (in 2015) and implementing the S.A.V.E.R.S. nearly every day since has enabled him to turn his life around and make his dreams a reality.  è Click here to see a video of the moment we met! In today's podcast conversation, Jesse shares the mindset shifts and simple daily practices that helped him turn his life around and achieve seemingly impossible dreams, which you can model to revisit and begin to achieve your dreams.  KEY TAKEAWAYS How Jesse's mornings start with a purpose and fuel his creativity The power of journaling and creating before consuming How Jesse turned his passion for baseball into a unique and wildly successful league Don't be afraid to fail. Most success stories begin by failing first Why AI will never replace the emotional connection between humans And much, much more to help you achieve YOUR dreams! Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/591 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

In this episode of Daily Creative, we sit down with Jesse Cole, the founder of the Savannah Bananas—a phenomenon that's redefining what it means to have fun at a baseball game. We share Jesse's incredible journey from feeling uninspired in a “dream job” to igniting a revolution in sports entertainment. Bored with the traditional, slow-moving experience of baseball, Jesse asked the pivotal question: “How could we make this fun every time?”We explore how Jesse leaned into bold ideas, ditched the predictable playbook, and replaced blandness with pure creative energy. Drawing inspiration from visionaries like Walt Disney and P.T. Barnum, Jesse made it his mission to build a show fans couldn't stop talking about—complete with dancing staff, wild rules, and a sense of spectacle that makes every moment count. From the struggles of his early days as a young general manager, turning around a failing team with empty stadiums, to the sold-out, wildly viral success of the Savannah Bananas, Jesse reveals how continuous innovation and fan-first thinking can transform not only an experience, but an entire industry.We go behind the scenes to unearth the Bananas' creative process, from weekly idea pitching sessions inspired by Saturday Night Live to relentless experimentation and audience feedback. Jesse shares how his commitment to fun, learning from outside his industry, and obsession with new ideas keeps the Bananas experience fresh, exciting, and unforgettable night after night.Five Key Learnings from This Episode:Create What You Love: The most remarkable creators, like Jesse, build experiences that they themselves would truly enjoy. If it doesn't excite you, it's unlikely to excite your fans.Embrace the “What If” Question: Growth and innovation come from questioning industry assumptions and daring to envision something completely different, even if it sounds “too much” at first.Learn Across Industries: Pull the best ideas from outside your field. Parallel thinking and adaptation of concepts (from Disney to the circus to WWE) helped make Banana Ball truly unique.Prioritize Experience Over Promotion: People must experience your difference—not just hear about it. The Bananas invest in the fan experience, letting viral moments and word-of-mouth do the marketing.Iterate Fast and Learn Relentlessly: The Bananas test new ideas every night, seek feedback, and adjust constantly to create moments audiences will remember and want to relive.Get full interviews and bonus content for free! Just join the list at DailyCreative.app.Mentioned in this episode:The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.To listen to the full interviews from today's episode, as well as receive bonus content and deep dive insights from the episode, visit DailyCreativePlus.com and join Daily Creative+.To listen to the full interviews from today's episode, as well as receive bonus content and deep dive insights from the episode, visit DailyCreativePlus.com and join Daily Creative+.

00:02:00 Introduction00:06:00 Banana Ball00:16:00 CMON New00:19:00 Taste Buds00:23:00 Portal Games00:25:00 Slide00:30:00 Rumble Nation00:43:00 Game Toppers00:45:30 Butterfly Garden00:51:00 Huang01:06:00 Miniature Market01:07:00 Timber Town01:13:00 Switch 2 Release In this episode we cover two fun but very different area control games. Plus Marty goes to a Banana Ball game and gets a Switch 2 DiscordSupport the Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, I sat down with Tyler Gillum, head coach of the Savannah Bananas, to talk about building a brand that puts fans first and creating impact beyond just wins and losses. Tyler shares how he pivoted his coaching career to chase a bigger vision—impacting millions through baseball and entertainment. We discuss setting audacious goals, leading with intention, and why every business needs to focus relentlessly on customer experience. It's about energy, culture, and showing up every day to deliver unforgettable moments. Timestamps:00:00 "Chose Bananas to Impact Fans"10:06 "One Million Fans Goal Achieved"11:56 Morning Gratitude Rituals19:32 "Finding Balance Amidst Life's Extremes"26:23 Full-Day Fan Experience30:06 "Banana Ball's Unique Characters"34:21 Jesse Cole's Daily Ideation Habit39:30 Creating Memorable Fan Experiences48:14 "Winning Over Baseball Skeptics"51:41 Banana Ball Trick Play Adaptation54:07 "Parenting Through Gymnastics and Discipline"59:42 Choosing Seminole Over Bigger Offers01:05:05 Banana Ball's Winning LegacyFollow Tyler on Social Media: Twitter: https://x.com/Gillum66Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachgillum66/Schedule a College Baseball Recruiting Consultation with Patrick: https://patrickjonesbaseball.com/recruiting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Savannah Bananas have created a whole new sport. It's baseball, but it's not. It's fast-paced, exciting, and incredibly entertaining. For example, if you're batting, and you step out of the batter's box... it's a strike. If you bunt, you're out. If a fan catches a foul ball… you're also out. Games are capped at two hours with no exceptions. It's sacrilegious to traditional baseball fans everywhere. But it's hard to argue with their numbers: they have 3.2 million fans on a waiting list to see them and have been selling out 80,000-seat football stadiums over the past few months!Today, we sit down with Jesse Cole, founder of the Savannah Bananas and creator of Banana Ball. We unpack the whole story, staring with a failing college summer league team, an air mattress, and a $30 weekly grocery budget. But these days... it's safe to say that Jesse and his wife don't have to sleep on an air mattress anymore! And they have built the business in their own way, fully under their control, and uniquely “fans first”. They have a unique all-in ticketing model, where your game ticket gets you full access to food along with your seat. There are no ads or sponsorships. There are no ticket fees or middlemen. And in fact, Jesse and crew will even pay the sales tax on your ticket for you! Jesse is just totally obsessed with delighting fans, controlling the end-to-end experience, and thinking long term… even if it means leaving (a lot) of money on the table today.This may be our most fun ACQ2 (or Acquired!) episode ever. Enjoy!Sponsors:Plaid: https://plaid.com

In Group Therapy, he overheard something his wife said to her girlfriends and wonders if he should confront her! We dive into some rapid fire "Normal or Nope", play Minute to Win It for Banana Ball ticket chances and TBT!

How did you mess up your job interview? Turns out, many entertaining ways! Then in Group Therapy, "Mike" is afraid to tell his new GF and in turn his work about his brief stint in jail. We put exes on blast, Kristi and Jayden got in as finalists for Banana Ball tickets and more!

Lauren from Batting Around joins Riley, Nova, and Hussein to talk sports - what's Banana Ball? What're the odds of Neom SC winning the Saudi Premier League? What's going on in Utah Mammoth player Sean Durzi's brain? And more importantly, can we bet on it? Check out Batting Around here! Get the whole episode on Patreon here! TF LIVE ALERT We'll be performing at the Big Fat Festival hosted by Big Belly Comedy on Saturday, 21st June! You can get tickets for that here! You can also get tickets for our show at the Edinburgh Fringe festival here! Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and November (@postoctobrist)

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – From near bankruptcy to sold-out stadiums, the Savannah Bananas revolutionize baseball with their fan-centric “Banana Ball” and joy. Jesse and Emily Cole's daring vision transformed a struggling team into a national sensation, redefining success through innovation, community, and resilience. Experience how this unique movement celebrates the American spirit and brings fans back to...

Hanabie, Babymetal, Banana Ball, Obi-Wan, Crunchy Roll Anime Awards and more on We Are Adults? Show

(Originally recorded 5/28/25) Episode 90 finds the boys in a baseball mood...again. We may need some help. Specifically we talked about: Magic:  The Gathering (smell) Bruce's giant ass new monitor Savannah Bananas The Battered Bastards of Baseball Bruce's growing problem with Astonishing Baseball 25 A quick Dennis Wolfberg reference Sinners Caught Stealing The Ryan North run on Fantastic Four Why we think Arthur Adams is underrated Daffney on Dark Side of the Ring Stephe gives us another Moon Knight card M1ntaverse card cases And, of course, we end with "What's on Your Desk?"

Sam Mackey and Jay Cutler sit down with a few players from the Savannah Bananas and their rivals, the Party Animals, for an inside look at the high-energy, fan-first world of Banana Ball — a fast-paced, wildly entertaining twist on traditional baseball. Ahead of their matchup at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, the group dives into what really goes on behind the scenes, sharing what it truly takes to earn a spot on these teams. From strategy and showmanship to amazing stories, this conversation is a must-listen. Tune in for insider insights, game-day secrets, and a whole lot of fun. Follow Outsider: https://www.instagram.com/outsiderig/ Shop Outsider: https://www.outsider.com/   Follow Jay: https://www.instagram.com/ifjayhadinstagram/ Follow Sam: https://www.instagram.com/sammackey615/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeAreOutsider/podcasts Learn More: https://thesavannahbananas.com/Follow Kyle Luigs: https://www.instagram.com/kyle.luigs/Follow Bill Leroy: https://www.instagram.com/bill_leroy/Follow Bret Helton: https://www.instagram.com/brethelton/Follow Garett Delano: https://www.instagram.com/gdelano7/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Jb and Sandy Show, May 19, 2025Discussion about personal experiences with consumer products, particularly socks and underwear.Humorous commentary on societal standards of body image and fashion.Introduction of the Savannah Bananas exhibition baseball team and the new Texas Tailgaters team.Exploration of the unique and entertaining style of the Savannah Bananas' games.Conversations about the affordability and family-friendly nature of baseball games.Personal anecdotes related to social dynamics at sports events.Light-hearted banter about personal snobbery regarding everyday items (e.g., pens, notebooks, cars).Reflections on the significance of unique and interesting vehicles.

“This is unlike any sporting event I've ever been to.” Ryan Clark The Savannah Bananas are best described as a wildly entertaining, baseball-meets-circus experience that blends sports with showmanship. They've reinvented the traditional baseball game by creating “Banana Ball,” a faster, fan-first version of the sport with unique rules, dancing players, and nonstop crowd engagement. More than just the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball—it's competition at the highest , part athleticism, part theater, and 100% fun. The Savannah Bananas aren't just a baseball team — they're a movement. In this episode, we sit down with Jesse Cole, the visionary in the yellow tux, and his wife and business counterpart, Emily,  who welcome  Ryan, Channing, and Fred to their baseball mecca as they break down how the Savannah Bananas took the most traditional sport in America and turned it into a high-energy, sold-out, must-see experience. From dancing players to a fan-first philosophy, Jesse shares how breaking the rules, betting on fun, and building a unique culture created a global sensation. This episode is about more than baseball — it's about leadership, trailblazing, and having the guts to pivot when the world says play it safe. Games are packed with choreographed dances, stilt-walking players, and spontaneous celebrations. Although this blend of baseball and performance art has drawn comparisons to the Harlem Globetrotters- Ryan, Fred and Channing learn quickly the competition is fierce and far from scripted.  Under owner Jesse Cole's leadership, the team prioritizes fan experience above all. This includes all-inclusive low ticket pricing, ad-free ballparks, and interactive elements that have re-ignited a love for America's past time and how this team turned from a struggling minor league squad into a global entertainment sensation. It's not just baseball — it's Banana Ball.. And for the players, Baseball will never be the same and that's ok because the athletes embrace Banana Ball as an opportunity to shine, be attached to a sport they love while inspiring millions around the world with fun, entertainment and pure joy. Stars Kyle "KJ" Jackson, Malachi Mitchel and Bret Helton share with the guys their backstory boasting high-skill levels, being a part of viral moments and creating a bucket-list attraction that has led to selling out NFL and MLB stadiums across the country! The Savannah Bananas have become a viral sensation by transforming baseball into an electrifying entertainment experience that appeals to fans of all ages. Beyond baseball- We learn the Cole's motivation and passion in their personal and family life run parallel to their gratitude in general, as they give us a look into their family dynamic and opening up not just their hearts but their homes to fostering kids, adopting their two little girls and using the banana's platform for positivity around fostering and adoption. Buying into Banana ball is only through blood, sweat and tears as we uncover how these talented athletes choose to join the Banana family, and how it's not about wins and losses- it's how you are seen on and off the field and what drives them each day to give fans an unprecedented experience.  Truly an inspirational story of second chances for athletes and making big leaps for entrepreneurs who aren't afraid to take chances, follow a dream and turn their passion into purpose. Tap into this conversation and social for our full conversation and see Ryan, Channing and Fred get immersed into Banana culture and become fans for life. Catch the Savannah Bananas on ESPN Saturday night as they take Banana Ball on a stadium tour with a wait list of millions hoping to be a part of the action!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices