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Greg and Dan talk to Justin Dedman, the brand-new Bradley Braves Baseball Head Coach, about how he landed on campus this past year and the immediate connection he felt with Peoria’s culture, community, and Bradley University. He shares how Bradley’s president is actively involved with the baseball program, explains how recruiting rankings work, and what he looks for when building the next generation of Braves. Coach Dedman also highlights the upcoming Youth Baseball Camps taking place at the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex on January 1st, 1-5 PM and January 2nd, 9 AM-1 PM. Open to ages 6-13, these camps are a great way to get kids moving, learning, and having fun during the offseason! More information at https://bradleybraves.com/sports/baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, historian and author David Lesch joins Chuck to discuss the new book Dodgers to Damascus — an unexpected blend of Middle Eastern politics and baseball. Lesch traces his path from aspiring major-leaguer to one of America’s foremost scholars on Syria, explaining how the fall of the Ottoman Empire, artificial borders drawn by European powers, and a lack of cohesive national identity still shape the region today. He offers candid reflections on his relationship with Bashar al-Assad, why Syria is likely drifting toward a sectarian majoritarian state, and whether any country in the Middle East is truly positioned to attempt democracy. From Iran’s teetering leadership to the Saudis’ complicated partnership with the West, Lesch unpacks the geopolitical moment with clarity and experience. Chuck and David also dive into the surprising ways baseball helped him understand the Middle East — and vice versa. Lesch reflects on the physical toll of pitching, the Braves’ legendary rotation, and why modern sports medicine might have saved his career. The conversation even explores whether the Middle East could ever embrace baseball, the role of Islamophobia in shaping perceptions, and why travel remains one of the strongest antidotes to fear. Ultimately, Dodgers to Damascus is less a sports memoir and more a sweeping look at a region still wrestling with the consequences of history — and this episode brings that complexity to life. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 David Lesch joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:00 Origin of “Dodgers to Damascus” 02:00 It’s weird reading about someone else’s writing about yourself 04:30 What drew David to the Middle East 06:15 Most people don’t understand the Middle East pre 1948 07:00 Fall of Ottoman Empire isn’t covered well in public education 09:00 Artificial divisions in Middle East were to benefit Europe 10:45 Countries in the Middle East lack a national identity 11:30 Davd’s relationship with Bashar Al-Assad 12:30 Assad was raised as an authoritarian and child of conflict 14:30 Any faith in the new leader of Syria to bring about positive change? 16:45 Syria has been helping with counter terrorist operations 18:00 Syria likely on the way to being a sectarian majoritarian state 21:00 Which Middle East country has the best shot at trying democracy? 22:00 Iran’s weakness makes Kurdistan more possible 23:00 Iranian ayatollahs won’t be able hold power when Khamenei dies 24:00 Iran’s government is teetering, and their proxies are weak 25:30 Iran would be an economic power if they became a western democracy 26:15 Israel is at the apex of military power in the region 29:30 The academic case for the Saudis being a partner 30:45 Can the Saudis and Iranians co-exist if Iran moderates? 32:00 How did baseball give you extra perspective on the middle east 34:00 Would modern sports medicine have saved your career? 36:00 The motion for pitching is not meant for human anatomy 37:30 Throwing sidearm is much less damaging for your arm 39:30 The Braves legendary pitching lineup 41:00 David wishes he had at least one year in the majors 42:15 Nolan Ryan’s missing flexor tendon was his superpower 44:30 Teams run the risk of ending pitchers careers early to win a title 46:15 Why is Ohtani so unusual, why haven’t pitchers been able to hit? 48:15 Could you see people in the Middle East getting into baseball? 51:15 Middle East would need a star from that region to rise in MLB 52:00 Islamophobia exists on both sides of the isle 52:30 Travel helps to cure phobias 53:45 Islamophobia is a harder barrier to break than people realize 57:15 Dodgers to Damascus is more of a middle east book than baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show open and Miz is done with baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andrew Baggarly joins Silver & Krueger to sift through which parts of the Giants' 5-game winning streak hold value for the long-term versus which parts might not mean much beyond just a fun week of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andrew Baggarly joins Silver & Krueger to sift through which parts of the Giants' 5-game winning streak hold value for the long-term versus which parts might not mean much beyond just a fun week of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-17 Papa & Silver Show with J.T. Snow - Hour 3: Brian Sabean talks about what makes a great front office in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-17 Papa & Silver Show with J.T. Snow - Hour 3: Brian Sabean talks about what makes a great front office in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Barry Bonds joined Murph & Markus to share his memories of his grandfather, Willie Mays & to explain why he continues to give back to the game of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Barry Bonds joined Murph & Markus to share his memories of his grandfather, Willie Mays & to explain why he continues to give back to the game of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MLB writer and author of A Fan's Guide to Baseball Analytics Anthony Castrovince tells Papa & Silver why the Guardians have been struggling so much as of late and assesses Buster Posey's balance between analytics and the human elements of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MLB writer and author of A Fan's Guide to Baseball Analytics Anthony Castrovince tells Papa & Silver why the Guardians have been struggling so much as of late and assesses Buster Posey's balance between analytics and the human elements of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cover 2 with Blaine and Zach - Hour 1 - Jordan Dajani joins + Tennessee/Vandy postseason baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cover 2 with Blaine and Zach - Hour 1 - Jordan Dajani joins + Tennessee/Vandy postseason baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are The Tigers the best team in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sauce is tired of the terrible Twins, John Bonnes weighs in on terrible baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hr 1 - NCAA Tournament, NFL Latest and Bad Luck for BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hr 1 - NCAA Tournament, NFL Latest and Bad Luck for BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on Zack Minasian's impact in the Giants organization and how players are evolving in the modern era of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on Zack Minasian's impact in the Giants organization and how players are evolving in the modern era of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2-20 Papa & Silver Show - Hour 3: Jon Miller Brings Us the Sounds of BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2-20 Papa & Silver Show - Hour 3: Jon Miller Brings Us the Sounds of BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12-23: Rick Tittle details how important Rickey Henderson was to Oakland, to the fans, and to the game of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12-23: Rick Tittle details how important Rickey Henderson was to Oakland, to the fans, and to the game of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Los resultados del baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2x MLB All-Star, World Series champion player and manager, and San Francisco Giants manager from 1993-2002 Dusty Baker joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to share how he got the nickname "Dusty," playing with Hank Aaron, his honors and awards, & much more surrounding his legendary status in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's Quarterback Day for Idaho Sports Talk - new QB transfer Malachi Nelson gives his first Boise State interview, Nelson and Maddux Madsen describe the QB competition in fall camp in their own words, Nelson talks about his personality - from introvert to dynamic football competitor, Eric Madsen (father of Maddux) describes his son's competitive streak, Seahawks insider on the rise of running back George Holani, Boise Hawks are one of the hottest teams in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's Quarterback Day for Idaho Sports Talk - new QB transfer Malachi Nelson gives his first Boise State interview, Nelson and Maddux Madsen describe the QB competition in fall camp in their own words, Nelson talks about his personality - from introvert to dynamic football competitor, Eric Madsen (father of Maddux) describes his son's competitive streak, Seahawks insider on the rise of running back George Holani, Boise Hawks are one of the hottest teams in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's Quarterback Day for Idaho Sports Talk - new QB transfer Malachi Nelson gives his first Boise State interview, Nelson and Maddux Madsen describe the QB competition in fall camp in their own words, Nelson talks about his personality - from introvert to dynamic football competitor, Eric Madsen (father of Maddux) describes his son's competitive streak, Seahawks insider on the rise of running back George Holani, Boise Hawks are one of the hottest teams in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-31 Tolbert & Copes Hour 3: Farhan Thinks The Giants Have the Best Rotation in BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-31 Tolbert & Copes Hour 3: Farhan Thinks The Giants Have the Best Rotation in BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Zone with Jason Anderson, Sterling Holmes & Producer Dylan Michaels continue on with Jack Johnson of Locked on Royals Podcast and 810 WHB to talk more about Salvy and his impact to our franchise and Major League Baseball during his career and how bad replay is in sports and especially baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meggie Meidlinger - Architect, Baseball pitcher, 2015 USA Women's Baseball Team Gold-Medal winner and architect & role model continues to give back to the game Full battery from Catcher to PitcherMaximizing mechanics as a pitcherWhy are young girls expected to move out of baseball and onto softball?Successful Women's sports in professional & basketball teams. Why not baseball?Little League to High School – teammates who support one another“Yeah, that's right, you just got struck out by a girl”High School – Meggie knew she wanted to continue to play baseballSophomore year first female in Virginia to win a varsity boys baseball gameMeggie pitched a Perfect Game as a Senior in High SchoolPitching with 100% confidence from the moundSports Illustrated – Faces in the Crowd - Did Life change after that?After high-school there were no scholarships or teams for women's collegiate baseballMeggie followed her love of Architecture into college. Now as a professional architect Meggie design's from a Pitcher's perspectiveFound baseball again with Women's National Baseball teamSpecial things can happen when you are able to blend things together – Uganda – Architect & baseballUSA Women's Baseball National Team players: Anna Kimbrell, Stacy Piagno, AJ Hamilton joined Meggie to run a baseball clinic for young girls in UgandaBaseball is bigger than itselfSince 2019 there are now over 300 girls are now playing baseball in Uganda in 8 separate regionsKids hungry to learn more about the game – how to throw a curveballMLBDevelops Trailblazers – Meggie & fellow teammates coach young girls in baseballSee young girls opportunities growing at an exponential rateThe All-Americans & Ila Borders as a pitcher was an inspiration for Meggie as she grew upKelsie Whitmore a great role model for young girls todayDivision 1 NCAA women's baseball – when will we see this happenWomen's Baseball World Cup this Summer – 1st 2018 in Thunder Bay this year6 teams in the World CupUSA Women's Baseball Team won the World Cup in 2006Faith & belief is a huge part of Meggie's path in her career and giving backWhat is baseball if it is not funUSA Team will be training in July in MinneapolisThe team is “Ready to dominate”Meggie is grateful for the trailblazers who have brought so much to the game including the AAGPBL, Ila Borders, the Silver Bullets and many others.
In hour 2, Willie P reacts to the biggest audio in sports with What Did You Say?!?!? and Willie P weighs in on the massive pitching injuries in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Cincinnati Reds and Kansas City Royals pitcher, and current San Francisco Giant, Amir Garrett, joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey to discuss the benefits of experimental pitching in Spring Training and his numerous interests outside of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steven St. John and Nate Bukaty wake up with KC on this Wednesday edition of the morning show. Before we get into the football talk for today we visited with our MLB Insider Buster Olney of ESPN as we get the latest headlines from out of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We spoke with Matt Derrick of chiefsdigest.com as we get his takeaways from the Chiefs initial 53-man roster. Also, Matt runs us through the possible fines that Chris Jones could accumulate over the next week if he continues to hold-out. Then, find out what's got SSJ bothered about what's happening in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Murphy joins Papa & Lund to discuss the honor of making the Giants Wall of Fame and all the baseball memories that comes with the life time of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Murphy joins Papa & Lund to discuss the honor of making the Giants Wall of Fame and all the baseball memories that comes with the life time of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colin is tired of hearing about running backs being underpaid and why it's time to stop with that narrative The Jets with Aaron Rodgers is the best situation the NFL & HBO Hard Knocks could have hoped for as the TV series is losing steam to the rise of Netflix Shohei Ohtani continues to prove why he's the best player in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-13 Kyle Glazer joins Kerry Crowley to break down MLB All-Star weekend and the top prospects in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-13 Kyle Glazer joins Kerry Crowley to break down MLB All-Star weekend and the top prospects in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The discussion continues into the second hour with the former CY Young award winner. The guys get into it all with Boddicker as they talk more about the missing submarine, Nate's ventures in Canada and of course more baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour of the show former Royals pitcher Mike Boddicker joined the guys in studio for his hour as he had some thoughts about last night's 4-5 loss to the Reds. Boddicker pointed out the flaws of the team and where they need to focus for the remainder of the season as they will attempt finishing last in all of baseballSee omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Robby Thompson joins Papa & Lund to reflect on all the fun times with Roger Craig, discusses what a Humm Baby is as well as his thoughts on the current Giants team and the state of this new era of BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robby Thompson joins Papa & Lund to reflect on all the fun times with Roger Craig, discusses what a Humm Baby is as well as his thoughts on the current Giants team and the state of this new era of BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
No Filter Network's Eric Byrnes joins Tom Tolbert & Adam Copeland to discuss the Giants improving with the youth movement & the latest around baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 24:25 – Former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano on the annual Chuck Strong Gala and the impact it's had on cancer research, on his thought process on his original diagnosis, where they were at in the NFL schedule and how an early bye helped discover his health issues, Ron Rivera coming to town for the gala, his advice from a 6-year old boy going through cancer treatment, how much a head coach has a say in the draft room, how much lying happens this time of year, QB who has impressed him the most 24:26 – 38:47 – ESPN draft analyst Jordan Reid on the rumors the Texans may pass on a QB at No. 2, popular social media draft thought he doesn't agree with, are Richardson or Levis' flaws more teachable?, what position is strongest/weakest in this draft, could the Colts actually trade back?, how aggressively is Arizona shopping the third pick, Purdue prospects, players at HBCUs 38:48 – 59:47 - Pearl Jam coming to Indy in September, ISC's Greg Rakestraw on Pearl Jam, NIL and high school deals, Mr. Basketball, questions for Chris Ballard today, high school basketball, high school baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's a Royal hour on the BP to close out our Monday show. We start things off talking with former Royals pitcher Bret Saberhagen about the upcoming SabesWings Celebrity Golf Classic taking place this June out at the Nicklaus Golf Club in OP. Then, Royals Assistant GM Scott Sharp joined on the phone as he does every Monday during the season to discuss about this past weekends sweep and the upcoming week in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show Open and a discussion on the pace of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Watch Wednesday and some baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Longtime writer for the SF Chronicle Bruce Jenkins joins Tom Tolbert & Matt Kolsky to discuss the Warriors chances to repeat and his thoughts on the pitch clock in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Longtime writer for the SF Chronicle Bruce Jenkins joins Tom Tolbert & Matt Kolsky to discuss the Warriors chances to repeat and his thoughts on the pitch clock in baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Giants Right Fielder Michael Conforto joins F.P. to talk his signing with the Giants, making good first impressions, and his long history playing BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brewers' Rowdy Tellez joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about growing up in the Elk Grove area playing baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brewers' Rowdy Tellez joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about growing up in the Elk Grove area playing baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Author Jim Kaat joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to discuss his book- Good As Gold: My Eight Decades in BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Author Jim Kaat joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to discuss his book- Good As Gold: My Eight Decades in BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SF Chronicle's Bruce Jenkins and Marty Looking thru the Windows of BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SF Chronicle's Bruce Jenkins and Marty Looking thru the Windows of BaseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ESPN NBA reporer Marc Spears joins Tom Tolbert & FP Santangelo to discuss Joe Lacob's fine & his time covering baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MLB writer for The Athletic, Eno Sarris joins Papa & Lund to discuss the player mic's during the All-star game and if that is the future presentation of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim speaks with JC Romero, relief pitcher for World Champion 2008 Phillies. JC won two games in the five-game series for the Phils. JC speaks of the ups and downs of a baseball career and how his faith helped him as he grew older and his career slowed and ended. His faith also helped with the mental side of baseballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.