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On this episode of Breaking Through Glass Ceilings, Brian H. Waters sits down with Marc "Cheats" Cheatham, founder of the Black Baseball Mixtape — the platform built to spotlight Black baseball fans, players, and culture at every level of the game, from Little League to the Majors. Cheats shares the story of how one conversation with Ken Griffey Jr. about photography (not baseball) opened doors that led to four straight MLB All-Star Weeks, how a random Instagram list of "dream guests" led to Bruce Maxwell sliding into his DMs within the hour, and why the game still needs to build buzz around today's stars like Mookie Betts, CJ Abrams, and James Wood — not just the legends of the 90s. He also opens up about raising his son inside this world, including the time he sat beside Derek Jeter at a charity dinner and had no idea who he was.(00:54) – Welcome, Mark "Cheats" Cheatham(02:50) – Falling in love with baseball(10:40) – Meeting Griffey at the Swingman Classic(23:08) – The origin of Black Baseball Mixtape(33:45) – Adam Jones, representation, and the Orioles(48:00) – Why Black fans need to rally around today's stars(49:29) – His "Breaking through the Glass Ceiling" moment(52:56) – The Derek Jeter dinner story

Send us Fan MailThis week, Mike Van Pelt breaks down the emotional Field of Dreams Game footage of Roger Clemens, Ken Griffey Jr., and other big leaguers having real catches with their fathers and sons, and asks the question underneath all of it: what does a man do when that catch never came, or never will? It's an honest look at the ache so many men carry silently, and a practical challenge for turning that ache into presence for the next generation. Contact Mike Van Pelt: Mike@TrueManLifeCoaching.COM https://www.AmericanFamilyRenaissance.Org/  Reserve Your Seat For The Power of Asking For Help – American Family Renaissance Men's Summit:  https://www.americanfamilyrenaissance.org/summit/  Order Mik's New Book, True Man True Ways – A Roadmap of Discovery to the Masculine Heart https://www.AmericanFamilyRenaissance.ORG/TtrueManLifecoaching/Books/True-Man-True-Ways/ True Man Inner Circle Newsletter: https://www.AmericanFamilyRenaissance.ORG/#Subscribe Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, Mike Van Pelt breaks down the emotional Field of Dreams Game footage of Roger Clemens, Ken Griffey Jr., and other big leaguers having real catches with their fathers and sons, and asks the question underneath all of it: what does a man do when that catch never came, or never will? It's an honest look at the ache so many men carry silently, and a practical challenge for turning that ache into presence for the next generation. Contact Mike Van Pelt: Mike@TrueManLifeCoaching.COM https://www.AmericanFamilyRenaissance.Org/  Reserve Your Seat For The Power of Asking For Help – American Family Renaissance Men's Summit:  https://www.americanfamilyrenaissance.org/summit/  Order Mik's New Book, True Man True Ways – A Roadmap of Discovery to the Masculine Heart https://www.AmericanFamilyRenaissance.ORG/TtrueManLifecoaching/Books/True-Man-True-Ways/ True Man Inner Circle Newsletter: https://www.AmericanFamilyRenaissance.ORG/#Subscribe Support the show

Al and Johnny C are turning the hats around backwards this week for the Ken Griffey Jr episode as they head back to the ballpark!The boys give their recap of the previous week in the MLB, talk about some obscure rules of baseball, and get an update on the last weekend of the summer season for Johnny's 16U team!Also, check out our affiliate www.cardshellz.com and use code BUNTFORCEPOD10 at checkout of 10% off your first order!

Super Retro Sports EP4 - RB's Getting Paid $$, Browns Fans Booing Watson, & Ken Griffey Jr's Aura

Ryan Howard and Jimmy Rollins host Ken Griffey Jr. and Sr. as they relive family stories and discuss the HBCU Swingman Classic with players, coaches, and celebrities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Long summer nights with the Mariners on the radio are a rite of passage in the Pacific Northwest. This weekend the team is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and whether you grew up with the M’s as a kid during the glory days of Ken Griffey Jr. in the Kingdome, just started following as the Big Dumper was breaking records last season, or stuck with the team, faithfully, through a 20 year playoff drought, one voice has stood out. Rick Rizzs started with the Mariners back in 1983... He had a brief stint in Detroit, coming back to Seattle in ‘95 where he put in a record breaking 41 years with the team He announced earlier this year that he would be retiring at the end of the 2026 season, and this week sat down with Soundside producer Jason Burrows. GUEST: Rick Rizzs Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to donate.kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotesSoundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HAPPY TRADE DEADLINE! We are celebrating by bringing in Jim Bowden, friend and former General Manager of the Reds and Nationals. He is also the host of GM Territory with HIS son. I mean, come on, how perfect is it to interview him about that given what our show is all about! His best stories come out including Ken Griffey Jr., Deion Sanders, Ryan Zimmerman and more. His very first year as a GM, well let’s not talk about it, but he has many years of amazing deadlines to talk about! What ended up being a highlight was the chat about Frank Robinson. What an amazing man. What he had to say about Andruw Jones, now a Hall of Famer, will give you chills. Again, hopefully you laughed and learned in this episode. Our goal is to always tap into something going on in the game and nothing is more exciting than August 3rd, THE TRADE DEADLINE! We appreciate you watching/listening and as always, thanks for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to "Ahead in the Count," presented by BIP Wealth. Our Baseball Division combines their collegiate and professional baseball playing experience with financial acumen to provide expertise in life on and off the field. We aim to give ballplayers and their families a better understanding about their unique lifestyle, the opportunities that come from playing this game, and insight into the complex financial world. This is "Ahead in the Count," hosted by Nolan Alexander, from BIP Wealth. The current collective bargaining agreement between Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association expires December 1, and the posturing has already spilled into public view. On this timely episode of Ahead in the Count, presented by BIP Wealth, host Nolan Alexander sits down with former college and professional players John Hester and Chase Murray to separate real negotiating positions from opening-offer theater. The conversation starts with the ownership proposal that would reshape amateur baseball: cutting the draft from 20 rounds to 12, eliminating high school players from the draft entirely, and establishing a minimum draft age around 20 to 21 years old. The union's response has been blunt — by its estimate, the changes would strip roughly $1 billion in amateur compensation over five years. Chase points out he never would have been drafted under the proposed structure. John notes the strange internal tension it creates: scouting directors and GMs want their hands on elite talent earlier, not later, and generational players like Mike Trout, Bryce Harper, and Ken Griffey Jr. reached the majors as teenagers. From there, the discussion turns to the biggest sticking point in the CBA: a proposed salary cap, paired with a salary floor. Nine of the 30 clubs currently sit above the proposed cap for 2026, while twelve sit below the proposed floor — narrowing what teams can spend and what they must spend. Players have publicly held the line, and the two sides remain, in Chase's framing, in "two completely different universes." But John makes the contrarian case: if a cap is genuinely what ownership wants, the union has leverage to trade for it in earlier free agency, earlier arbitration, and a structure that could bring back baseball's vanished middle class of contracts. The episode closes on what to actually expect between now and Opening Day. John's read: expect a lockout when the agreement expires December 1, expect the real work to happen after the World Series, and expect it to get ugly before it gets resolved — but with attendance up, broadcast numbers strong, and rule changes like the pitch clock and ABS system landing well with fans, neither side has an incentive to wreck a product that's working. For ball players and their families, the takeaway is a financial one: bonus pools, service time, arbitration timelines, and free agency eligibility are all on the table, and every one of them changes the shape of a career's earnings. What We Cover Why the CBA expiration on December 1 is the date that matters MLB's proposal to cut the draft from 20 rounds to 12 Eliminating high school players from the draft and setting a minimum draft age The MLBPA's estimate: $1 billion in lost amateur compensation over five years Why bonus pool reduction is the quiet headline in the draft proposal What a draft age floor would do to college baseball rosters and the talent logjam at top programs Whether college development has actually caught up to pro development The maturity and leadership case for college baseball — and why scouts still value intangibles The proposed salary cap and salary floor: 9 teams above, 12 below Why players have historically defended baseball as the only major sport without a cap What the union could realistically win in exchange: earlier free agency, earlier arbitration Rebuilding baseball's middle class of contracts Lockout expectations, spring training risk, and whether regular season games get missed Why both sides have real financial incentive to settle   Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. To get in touch with a member of today's show, visit bipwealth.com.   CONTACT For more information: jhester@bipwealth.com, kschmidt@bipwealth.com, cmurray@bipwealth.com, jhermida@bipwealth.com Visit: BIPWealth.com  

In this episode, we explore the career of Matt Damon, Hollywood's ultimate everyman. Join us as we unpack how he's spent three decades as one of the industry's most dependable, and surprisingly interchangeable, leading men, why he's seemingly contractually obligated to spend every movie trying to get back home, and why it's finally time for him to stop escaping and give us the cinematic love letter to his hometown we've been waiting for. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/668Like what you hear? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple, Spotify or anywhere you listen to our show.The Dossier: Wiki | Rotten Tomatoes Rankings | IMDb Watch Mentions: The Rainmaker | Mystic Pizza | School Ties | Geronimo: An American Legend | Courage Under Fire | Good Will Hunting | All The Pretty Horses | The Departed | Ocean's Eleven, Ocean's Twelve, Ocean's Thirteen | Contagion | We Bought A Zoo | Stillwater | Jason Bourne movies | Interstellar | The Departed | The Martian | The Last Duel | Promised Land | Behind the Candelabra | Drive-bys: Ken Griffey Jr. | Leonardo DiCaprio's Credits | Sacred Cinema: The Faithful with Minnie Driver | AO3 Jason Bourne (see also: AO3 Damon/Affleck) | The Sheep Detectives | Jennifer Garner Vanity Fair Feature (see also: Affleck's Tattoo) | Three Things Christopher Nolan Expects You To Know Before Watching the OdysseyRed Light Mentions: People besmerching Taco Bell | Jimothy the Raccoon (see also: Punch the monkey) | Dave Portnoy's memoir | FIFA's Halftime Show | Prioritizing dogs over humans | The Hawk (see also: July AUA)Green Lights:Jamie: movie - The OdysseyMutual: movie - The InviteBonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors: Leesa (code: POPCAST) | Hungryroot (code: POPCAST) | Hers | Pura | Gabb (code: POPCAST) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aaron Lombard joins Chris Shipley live from the Williams Syndrome Association Convention in Buffalo, New York (2026) for a powerful, real-talk episode of Old Man Strength.Aaron shares his journey as the older sibling to his sister Courtney “Coco,” growing up in New Orleans, navigating a late diagnosis in the early 80s, moving the family to Phoenix, and stepping up as a fierce advocate. From the challenges of the special needs system and red tape to the life-changing impact of WSA conventions and Zoom “Dream Team” calls, this conversation is full of perspective, humor, and heart.They dive into sibling dynamics, step-parenting twins with Williams Syndrome, the importance of community and support, baseball roots (including Aaron's work with Oakley and Ken Griffey Jr.'s HBCU Classic), and why advocacy and awareness matter — especially around DEI and resources for families.Raw, honest, and inspiring — this one will make you laugh, think, and appreciate the strength it takes to show up for family.LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.Sponsors:Powered by Revelton Distilling Company • Iowa Beef Steakhouse • Styled by JJ Boutique • Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX ConceptsFull episode on YouTube & all podcast platforms.Leave a review, share with someone who needs to hear it, and consider supporting the Williams Syndrome Association.

A mysterious signed baseball in the studio leads to a discussion about using sports equipment as fidget toys and the evolution of modern fidget gadgets. Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin critique Pat McAfee's interaction with Ken Griffey Jr. and Big Dom at the MLB All-Star Game. The conversation concludes with an analysis of potential landing spots for LeBron James and his potential fit with James Harden in Philadelphia or Cleveland. 01:00 - Signed Studio Baseball Mystery 06:31 - Pat McAfee Ignores Griffey 11:08 - LeBron James Career Future

In this episode, Frank sits down with Rick Joseph and Rob Lopata of RJRK Sports to talk sports, their RJRK Sports Podcast, and how their Facebook group runs daily “sports breaks” as live, transparent raffles for certified sports memorabilia. They explain how spots work, how winners are chosen on live video, what kinds of items they feature (including Jeter, Rivera, Ken Griffey Jr., and football jerseys), and how they ship free to members. Rob shares his lifelong autograph-collecting background and massive collection, including a near-complete signed 1990 Fleer set. The conversation also covers live commerce trends, local community charity efforts, and their annual Pittston Area vs. Wyoming Area football fundraiser that has raised over $48,000 in four years.To learn more about their group and podcast, join RJRK Sports on Facebook.If you or someone you know wants to be featured on our podcast, visit our website! 

The sports card market in 2025 and 2026 has been absolutely nuclearbut is this massive boom sustainable, or are we heading toward a major market correction? Welcome back to The Geoff Wilson Show! Today, Geoff sits down with Jason Koonce, the founder of OTT/OTA Sports, a live-streaming empire that is currently pulling in millions of dollars a month via live digital selling. With over 36 years of experience in the hobby, Jason pulls back the curtain on how his business completely outgrew a massive 25,000-square-foot warehouse facility years ahead of schedule due to the explosive heat of the hobby. They dive deep into why today's card market feels fundamentally different from the volatile post-COVID bubble of 2021, the exact assets smart money is moving into, and the massive international expansion driving global demand. Jason also shares his personal investing blueprint, explaining why he's no longer afraid to set record comps for the right blue-chip grailsincluding his recent $160,000 purchase of a 1999 Ken Griffey Jr. Game Jersey Auto. Plus, the guys deliver a much-needed reality check on the "easy money" myth pushed by social media influencers, outlining how beginners can actually grind their way up from the dollar boxes. Do you think the current sports card boom can last? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Don't forget to LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to The Geoff Wilson Show on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more high-level hobby insights and market data! Follow Geoff: Instagram: Twitter: TikTok: LinkedIn: Companies Geoff Founded: Sports Card Investor: Market Movers: Three Five Two: NoviAMS: iLS Network:

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Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin's conversation begins with an analysis of Chase DeLauter's batting mechanics and how his swing compares to baseball legends like Tony Batista and Ken Griffey Jr. Discussion then shifts to Mary Kay Cabot's report concerning Deshaun Watson's arm fatigue and the potential impact on his season with the Cleveland Browns. A final segment evaluates a USA Today list that identifies Watson as the NFL quarterback on the hottest seat. 01:00 - Chase DeLauter's Batting Swing 03:23 - Deshaun Watson's Shoulder Fatigue 08:24 - NFL Hot Seat Rankings

On this Tuesday edition of The Chasers Dugout Report, the panel breaks down Junior Caminero's historic power surge — the Rays third baseman, now 23, became the youngest player in MLB history to homer in six straight games (surpassing Ken Griffey Jr.), part of an 11-home-run stretch across 11 games dating back to June 23. Alvin Clawson makes the case for him as the best third baseman in baseball right now.The crew also unpacks a report that seven MLB umpires — including CB Bucknor and Laz Díaz — accepted buyouts to retire after the 2026 season, with the automated ball-strike (ABS) Challenge System and rising public scrutiny cited as key factors. Expect a real debate on accountability, ego, and preserving the human element behind the plate.

In this episode of Sports the NEMO Way we bring the best Seattle players to the table for discussion. Before this episode gets started I would like to say that the Kraken have been excluded only because they are like 4 years active all time, and don't really meet any requirements for this discussion. With that said there have been some really great players come out of Seattle, and Seattle just won a Superbowl so Seattle is kinda on a high right now. The Supersonics had some good runs in the NBA, and the Mariners also had their flash in the pan moments as well. If you're a Seattle fan this episode is for you if you're not a Seattle fan then click the play button and learn something. Have a great day and we'll see you all next week... Peace.

Chase Vance has a resume that is almost unheard of in this industry. He started on the parts counter in 2008 and worked his way up through every single seat in the store. Sales, finance, general manager, regional director, managing partner, and then National Director of Business Development at RideNow Powersports, the largest dealer group in the country. He recently stepped into a new chapter as Director of Operations at the Zia and Lonestar Powersports Group.This is one of the most complete career conversations we have done on the show. We pull a lesson from every seat Chase has held, get into what actually breaks when you scale a dealer group, and have an honest talk about growth, burnout, and building a career you can sustain in this industry.If you are trying to climb the ladder, build a team, or grow a group, this episode is a roadmap.What we cover:The one thing Chase wishes he knew on day one behind the parts counterWhy the parts department is about problem solving and personalization, not just handing someone a batteryThe CARE framework: Create A Rare Experience, and why it is the ultimate retention toolHow to compete with Amazon and RevZilla through human interaction and the art of the follow-upWhy the toughest thing Chase had to learn was the CRM and the discipline of follow-upWhat separates a good salesperson from an average one, and the Ken Griffey Jr. lesson about mastering the basicsWhy new salespeople fail when they try to get too cute and cut cornersThe F&I lesson: you have to know and believe in the product, and why packaging beats a laundry listWhy the needs assessment matters more than product penetration in the boxThe biggest shift moving from one department to running the whole store: time management and selective urgencyWhy departments cannot operate in silos and how sales sells the first one but service sells the next fourWhat breaks when you scale from one rooftop to many and the power of a 30,000 foot viewWhy standardizing your tech stack matters, and how MotoHunt across a group lets operators phone a friendThe honest advice on scaling: if your store is broken now, a second one will only stack problemsWhy being able to step out of a store is the real telltale sign of a well-run dealershipThe candid story of stepping out of operations and why Chase calls it a step forward, not a step backThe Clay Wallace philosophy: master the job in front of you, be a student of the job ahead, be a teacher of the job belowWhy the number one thing blocking your growth is not having your replacement readyThe mindset for a long career: keep the little kid excitement every time you put the key in the doorChase's work with Veterans Xtreme Adventures and why it matters to himWatch on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@dealershipfixitConnect with Chase Vance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-vance-7685b4148/Veterans Xtreme Adventures: https://www.vetsxtreme.com/Connect with Jacob: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-b-berry/Follow the Fixit Online: ⁠https://linktr.ee/dealershipfixitMotoHunt for Dealers: ⁠https://dealers.motohunt.com⁠

This date in sports history. The first cricket game was in the early 1800s. Tennis player John McEnroe had an iconic rant on this day in 1981. Tom Seaver retired in 1987. In 1994 Ken Griffey Jr. broke Babe Ruth's record for homers before June.

Collin Balester is a former major league baseball player. Lorenzo and Collin nerdout about video games, PGA tour golf, then they get into sports guy, GTA 6, AOL instant messenger, Best Buy concert, Story of the Year, bald, little Collin, surfing, baseball kid, bad GPAs, travel ball, Pro scouts, getting shelled, being a great teammate, psychopath, 1st game crushed, Tommy Lasorda, 4th rounds draft pick, Montreal Expos, Savannah Georgia, The Call, pro debut, striking out Ken Griffey Jr., best city, depends, baseball pressure, adult baseball and so much more!

Rog is joined by Actor and Mexican football super fan Diego Luna to break down a glorious day of footballing action, including Lionel Messi's stunning opening act to the tournament, scoring 3 goals in a dominating win over Algeria. Diego also breaks down his hopes and dreams for his Mexican National Team, and recounts their triumphant win over South Africa in the opening match of the tournament. Then, Rog is joined by the great James Horncastle to discuss all of the day's action, including Kylian Mbappé's brace in a 3-1 win over Senegal, and Erling Haaland's stellar debut against Iraq. Check out our Road Trip Tees and grab your city - https://mibcourage.co/44cH9bpJoin us for Match Day Live in Seattle with special guest Ken Griffey Jr. - https://mibcourage.co/3SugS5PSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Tuesday's   Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett begins the show discussing the Mariners game one win over the Orioles thanks to video replay!  Also, great to see Andres Munoz get back on the horse and the expanding maturity and DNA of Emerson Hancock. John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com  and Puck discuss the Texas Tech gambling situation with quarterback Brendan Sorsby and whether or not he should be suspended or be able to play. Puck and John differ on the situation.  Also, financial numbers were revealed how much WSU athletics will be earning next year in a congressional hearing.  However, it doesn't sound like they were accurate and John has the details. Brad Adam, Mariners TV  joins from his Baltimore hotel room to talk Mariners, disgusting Baltimore crab, Emerson Hancock stern chat with Jhonny Pereda, Andres Munoz and they veer off and start talking golf courses on the road and Puck is trying to get Brad to play a course in Florida when he travels to Miami later this summer.  “On This Day…”  A milestone for Ken Griffey Jr. and history made in horse racing. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”   Paul Skenes just gets it. (1:00) Puck (8:47) John Canzano (32:54 ) Brad Adam (1:03:18)  “On this Day….”  (1:06:31 ) “Hey, What the Puck!?” 

Every year, Uber puts out a list of things that they have found left in cars by passengers. Now you may think it's simple things like phones or wallets but this list has some really random things on it! Thor noticed that Ken Griffey Jr. was taking pictures at a Yankees game the other day. This really bothered him because they spoke of him as if he really grinded to get that job. Well that led to him finding more and more celebrities whose careers are basically over taking on other gigs and using their name to get the job rather than other people who actually worked hard to get the job and he lets us hear all about it in this week's Midweek Meltdown. Sky always has to tell us when she donates to a charity and this situation is no different. Well, maybe a little different. Sky tells us about her most recent donation and how things went sideways fast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thor noticed that Ken Griffey Jr. was taking pictures at a Yankees game the other day. This really bothered him because they spoke of him as if he really grinded to get that job. Well that led to him finding more and more celebrities whose careers are basically over taking on other gigs and using their name to get the job rather than other people who actually worked hard to get the job and he lets us hear all about it in this week's Midweek Meltdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every year, Uber puts out a list of things that they have found left in cars by passengers. Now you may think it's simple things like phones or wallets but this list has some really random things on it! Thor noticed that Ken Griffey Jr. was taking pictures at a Yankees game the other day. This really bothered him because they spoke of him as if he really grinded to get that job. Well that led to him finding more and more celebrities whose careers are basically over taking on other gigs and using their name to get the job rather than other people who actually worked hard to get the job and he lets us hear all about it in this week's Midweek Meltdown. Sky always has to tell us when she donates to a charity and this situation is no different. Well, maybe a little different. Sky tells us about her most recent donation and how things went sideways fast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thor noticed that Ken Griffey Jr. was taking pictures at a Yankees game the other day. This really bothered him because they spoke of him as if he really grinded to get that job. Well that led to him finding more and more celebrities whose careers are basically over taking on other gigs and using their name to get the job rather than other people who actually worked hard to get the job and he lets us hear all about it in this week's Midweek Meltdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Behind the Braves, host Ricky Mast sits down with Atlanta Braves pitching coach Jeremy Hefner for an in-depth conversation about his baseball journey, coaching philosophy, and what makes the Braves pitching staff so successful. Hefner shares stories from growing up in Oklahoma, falling in love with baseball while watching the Braves on TV, and his path from lightly recruited high school pitcher to Major League Baseball. He opens up about getting called up to the big leagues with the New York Mets, battling injuries that ended his playing career, and how he unexpectedly found his way into coaching. Jeremy also discusses what drew him to Atlanta, working alongside manager Walt Weiss, and the day-to-day life of a big-league pitching coach. Plus, he gives fascinating insight into the development of Braves starter Bryce Elder and explains how communication, trust, and relationships are at the center of his coaching style. You'll also hear Jeremy talk about: -His favorite players growing up, including Ken Griffey Jr. -The surreal story of being recruited in a McDonald's parking lot -Transitioning from player to coach-Balancing analytics with personal connection -His music taste ranging from grunge and nu metal to country and Christian music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ric Bucher breaks down a dizzying NBA playoff picture, from the Thunder and Spurs looking like rising Western powers to the Trail Blazers once again appearing trapped behind better-timed contenders. Ric also explains why building around international stars such as Giannis Antetokounmpo may be the safest path for NBA franchises in today's trade-demand era.Then Ric digs into why ring culture has warped how we judge stars like Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, James Harden and Joel Embiid before turning to the Magic-Pistons series, Jalen Duren's sudden passivity, Paolo Banchero's aggression and Cade Cunningham's massive playoff workload. Finally, Ric takes on the LeBron James-Bronny James playoff moment, arguing that while it may be meaningful to the James family, the public celebration ignores how power, access and nepotism shaped the opportunity.Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro + Ric's new book on coachability 02:00 NBA playoff picture feels upside down 02:23 Thunder, Spurs, Blazers and bad timing in the West 03:23 Giannis-to-Portland rumors and international-star loyalty 04:46 Why NBA teams should build around foreign stars 05:38 Ring culture and how we underrate Chris Paul, Westbrook, Harden and Embiid 07:20 Playoff vertigo: Hawks-Knicks, Sixers-Celtics, Magic-Pistons 08:02 Why Magic-Pistons is not a “historic upset” 09:31 Jalen Duren's playoff struggles vs. Orlando 11:28 How Paolo Banchero is changing the series 13:53 Is Duren a true No. 2 on a contender? 15:36 LeBron and Bronny's “historic” playoff moment 18:57 Why Bronny's Lakers role is not like Ken Griffey Jr. and Sr. 20:36 Nepotism, power and Kirk Lacob's Warriors path 23:24 Why Bronny hype went too far after Game 3 25:44 ClosingHashtags: #NBAPlayoffs #LeBronJames #BronnyJames #GiannisAntetokounmpo #JalenDuren #PaoloBanchero #CadeCunningham #OrlandoMagic #DetroitPistons #TrailBlazers #Thunder #Spurs #OnTheBall #RicBucher #UnitedWeCastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about Randy Johnson, Luis Castillo, and the Mariners getting back to 500, then the guys continue to debate the better player between Randy Johnson and Ken Griffey Jr and talk about the Seahawks roster before the seventh round pick, cornerback Michael Dansby, jumps on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Martinez grew up in a baseball-loving family in New Jersey, and the love of the game propelled him to a career in the big leagues. An opportunity with the Seattle Mariners sent him across the country in his early 20s, and after a brief stint back east, a love of Seattle and its MLB franchise lured him back. After spending decades directing marketing with the Mariners, he became president of business operations in 2025. Jon and Kevin talk about how going to a Yankees game led him to Seattle; his experiences with Ken Griffey Jr., Ichiro and others; the excitement for the 2026 season after last year's post-season run; how technology is changing the game; the Mariners position in the community; how the team handled the Ichiro statue reveal and much more. Join us for Seattle City Makers with Jon Scholes and guest Kevin Martinez.This episode is sponsored by MCNW Advisory Partners and DSA members Matt Van Beek and Chris Jay. Join them as they host their inaugural Seattle Summer Soirée on June 4. Request access here: https://partiful.com/e/C7TNvm4KLOL4w0HnllFi

Send us Fan MailJack Greiner and Randy Freking welcome David Pepper, a lifelong Cincinnatian and former chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party. The conversation covers David's deep-rooted passion for the Cincinnati Reds, sharing nostalgic memories and discussing favorite players like Eric Davis and Ken Griffey Jr. David also talks about his political journey, his books on gerrymandering, and his candidacy for lieutenant governor alongside Amy Acton. The episode is filled with engaging anecdotes, baseball trivia, and a shared love for Cincinnati sports.Keywords:Cincinnati RedsDavid PepperEric DavisKen Griffey Jr.Ohio Democratic PartyGerrymanderingAmy ActonBaseball nostalgiaCincinnati sportsPolitical journeyChapters:Introduction and Guest Welcome (0:00 - 0:42)Hosts introduce David Pepper and his background.Reds Fandom and Early Memories (0:42 - 2:39)David shares his early experiences as a Reds fan.Favorite Players and Baseball Stories (2:39 - 5:40)Discussion about favorite players like Eric Davis and Ken Griffey Jr.Political Career and Writing (5:40 - 14:18)David talks about his political journey and his books.Running for Lieutenant Governor (14:18 - 17:09)Insights into David's candidacy with Amy Acton.Baseball and Politics (17:09 - 22:32)The intersection of sports fandom and political life.Fun Categories and Personal Stories (22:32 - 42:54)Engaging segments like "Marty McFly" and "Mount Rushmore" of Reds players.Conclusion and Optimism for the Season (42:54 - End)Closing thoughts and excitement for the upcoming baseball season. Jack thanks the listeners

A 14 year MLB Career. 319 Dingers. 3x All Star, 2x Silver Slugger, and a Roberto Clemente Award Nominee. JAY BRUCE is a stud. What did he learn from teammates like Joey Votto, Ken Griffey Jr. and Scott Rolen? What about Pete Rose? Dusty Baker? His experiences in the game a incredible. How's he taking care of his hometown Little League in Texas?What's next for him?Enjoy every NUGGET in this interview, because they are plentiful.RAKE!

The New York Yankees were thrown into chaos all weekend long because of the Rays' Chandler Simpson and his speed. Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss, plus, the San Diego Padres are hot, can the Sacramento Athletics' pitching hold up at home, what's up with the Mets' Francisco Lindor, and who had the idea for every player to wear No. 42 on Jackie Robinson Day. Later, NBC Sports' Bob Costas stops by to talk about his role on Sunday Night Baseball, Buster's first encounter with Bob, if managers will tighten up ABS challenges as the season continues, interactions with Jackie Robinson's family, and the full story on the 1988 Dodger team chanting “Kill Costas!” before a World Series game. 0:00 Welcome 1:31 Eduardo Pérez joins the show 1:55 Rays Chandler Simpson terrorizes Yankees 7:32 Padres hot 9:08 Athletics: Real or not 10:05 Mets Francisco Lindor's issues 12:34 Was Eduardo at Jackie Robinson's last recorded speech? 16:58 All players wearing No. 42 was Ken Griffey Jr.'s idea 21:00 Bob Costas joins the show 25:30 Buster's first encounter with Bob 26:46 Thought ABS would be used more judiciously  35:15 Interactions with Jackie Robinson's family 39:10 “Kill Costas” 44:49 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Yankees were thrown into chaos all weekend long because of the Rays' Chandler Simpson and his speed. Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss, plus, the San Diego Padres are hot, can the Sacramento Athletics' pitching hold up at home, what's up with the Mets' Francisco Lindor, and who had the idea for every player to wear No. 42 on Jackie Robinson Day. Later, NBC Sports' Bob Costas stops by to talk about his role on Sunday Night Baseball, Buster's first encounter with Bob, if managers will tighten up ABS challenges as the season continues, interactions with Jackie Robinson's family, and the full story on the 1988 Dodger team chanting “Kill Costas!” before a World Series game. 0:00 Welcome 1:31 Eduardo Pérez joins the show 1:55 Rays Chandler Simpson terrorizes Yankees 7:32 Padres hot 9:08 Athletics: Real or not 10:05 Mets Francisco Lindor's issues 12:34 Was Eduardo at Jackie Robinson's last recorded speech? 16:58 All players wearing No. 42 was Ken Griffey Jr.'s idea 21:00 Bob Costas joins the show 25:30 Buster's first encounter with Bob 26:46 Thought ABS would be used more judiciously  35:15 Interactions with Jackie Robinson's family 39:10 “Kill Costas” 44:49 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest: Xola Malik AKA Kid Sensation https://kidsensation.com/home   Host: Serv Wahan MD DMD https://www.drwahan.com/    content  type Interview   primary  goal Educational   summary In this engaging interview, Seattle hip hop pioneer Kid Sensation shares his journey from local DJ and rapper to international performer. Discover the evolution of Seattle's hip hop scene, the impact of collaborations, and the power of music across cultures. In this engaging interview, Kid Sensation shares his journey through hip hop, from his early influences like LL Cool J and Run DMC to his collaborations with Sir Mix-A-Lot. He discusses the role of producers, his creative process, and how he balances nostalgia with new music, all while offering insights into his personal life and community work.  keywords Seattle hip hop, Kid Sensation, Sir Mix-A-Lot, music industry, hip hop history, international tours, music collaboration, Seattle music scene Hip Hop, Kid Sensation, Music Production, Seattle Rap, 90s Hip Hop, Music Industry, Personal Growth, Community Engagement, Xola Malik, back to Boom, Posse on Broadway, Rippin, Ken Griffey Jr, way I swing, rollin with number one, swass  key  topics Seattle hip hop scene development Kid Sensation's early career and collaborations Impact of 'Posse on Broadway' and 'Back to Boom' International performances and cultural exchange The evolution of music distribution and industry barriers Influences of early hip hop artists like LL Cool J and Run DMC The role of producers in music creation and their impact Balancing nostalgia with contemporary music production Kid Sensation's personal story and community work  guest  name Kid Sensation  Xola Malik  key  frameworks Music Industry Gatekeeping Collaboration and Unity in Hip Hop Evolution of Music Distribution Role of the Producer in Music Balancing Nostalgia and Innovation in Hip Hop  action  items Visit Kid Sensation's website for his latest projects Read 'Kings' to learn about youth empowerment Follow Kid Sensation on social media for updates Titles From Seattle Streets to Global Stages: Kid Sensation's Hip Hop Journey How Kid Sensation Helped Shape Seattle's Hip Hop Scene  sound bites "That song still hits on all levels" "We toured with NWA and others" "My first rap name was DJ Dangerous." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Journey of Music and Influence 01:39 Growing Up in Seattle and Early Musical Influences 06:23 The Rise of Kid Sensation and Collaborations with Sir Mix-A-Lot 11:31 The Impact of Iconic Songs and Music Evolution 16:05 The Changing Landscape of Music Distribution 22:03 Seattle's Hip Hop Scene: Gaps and Collaborations 23:09 Collaborative Spirit in Seattle's Music Scene 25:30 The Role of Local Radio in Music Discovery 27:01 International Experiences and Collaborations 31:34 The Power of Music and Global Connections 35:06 Influences and Inspirations in Hip Hop 36:12 Understanding the Role of Producers 39:41 The Unique Collaboration with Ken Griffey Jr. 45:03 Recording with Ken: A Memorable Experience 46:53 Freestyling: The Art and the Reality 49:05 The Evolution of Kid Sensation: From DJ to Rapper 51:26 The Inspiration Behind New Music 55:30 Relocating to Texas: A New Chapter 58:38 Community and Opportunity: A Positive Perspective 01:00:08 Giving Back: The Kings Project and Its Impact    resources Kings: Young Men Discovering Purpose and Shaping Their Destiny - https://kidsensation.com Kid Sensation Official Website - https://kidsensation.com Presently Past the Future Album - https://music.apple.com/tt/album/presently-past-the-future/1535786060  guest links Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealkidsensation/ Official Website - https://kidsensation.com Website - https://kidsensation.com  

Brad Evans and Pat Boyle are joined by Bob Nightengale to break down a massive extension for Konnor Griffin and the Pittsburgh Pirates making franchise history with a record deal, plus whether comparisons to Bryce Harper and Ken Griffey Jr. are fair. They also react to suspensions involving Jorge Soler and Reynaldo López, debate MLB discipline standards, and respond to comments from Willson Contreras. Plus, early surprises from the Colorado Rockies, pressure on struggling AL contenders, and whether Bob Nightengale thinks Tony Vitello can handle managing the San Francisco Giants over a full season.

The Giants look toward a Jaxson Dart and Jim Harbaugh era, noting the offensive line must protect their new quarterback. A caller highlights the phone-free Masters experience, followed by Ken Griffey Jr.'s photography documentary on the Golf Channel. Jerry updates on the Yankees' win and Ronny Mauricio's Mets walk-off as Gio and Boomer battle weeks of lingering illness. Finally, a newsroom call suggests a chiropractor for Gio while various listeners chime in with conflicting medical advice.

Baseball's back for the summer of 2026 and what better way to get in the mood than to take a look at one of the most electrifying sports stories of all time...the 1998 Major League Baseball Home Run Record Chase. This epic chase to break the hollowed home run record started off with 2 known power houses , Ken Griffey Jr. and Mark McGwire chasing Roger Maris' hollowed record the previous 4 seasons .These previous outings  injected excitement back in to the sport after the catastrophic MLB strike of 1994 that cut off Griffey's record pace by 50 games and saw the cancelation of the World Series.  Fans tuned out in droves  and baseball's favor was at an all time low. Then by June of 1998 a little known Sammy Sosa threw his cap in to the race to make it a 3 man race to 62 HR's by season end. Griffey would cool down ("only" hitting 56 homers ) but Big Mac and Sammy would go neck and neck and surpass the record at 70 and 66 HR's by seasons end in dramatic exciting fashion. Listen today to hear this exciting moment in sports As always follow us on the stuff Merch Store- http://tee.pub/lic/doEoXMI_oPI Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Artandjacobdoamerica Website- https://artandjacobdoamerica.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/artandjacobdoamerica Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/artandjacobdoamerica/  

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Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning Red Zone - Kirk Cousins continues to fleece the Falcons Drive Around The Sports World This Week In Sports History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Jesse are back as Mike shares the story of the biggest and most valuable sports card collection he's ever seen in person. The collection includes six-figure Shohei Ohtani cards, 1/1 autos, high-end Mike Trout, Bobby Witt Jr., Ken Griffey Jr., Albert Pujols and more, along with what Mike actually bought and how a deal like that comes together.From there, they get into the reality of moving big cards through eBay Live, why some cards make more sense for consignment, and what stood out after handling that much high-end inventory at once.Later in the episode, they react to the ongoing Topps website issues and ask a question a lot of collectors are asking right now: if regular buyers still cannot get product at launch, what does that mean for the long-term health of the hobby? And does Topps have any reason to change a system that keeps frustrating collectors?They also talk Fanatics Fest and the new Game Plan crossover bringing business and celebrity names into the space, then close with a fun mailbag covering modern parallels, favorite card colors and refractors, and whether 1990s inserts still have room to grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get every episode of The Dumb Zone by subscribing to the show at DumbZone.com or Patreon.com/TheDumbZoneBaseball is back and in a big way with opening weekend with ABS an absolute success. The Cowboys can't beat the Eagles, but damnit the Rangers take down the Phillies in their first series of the season. Weekend check, a cringe interview with Ken Griffey Jr., and Cody Alexander says it's out with the old, in with the new as the Dallas Cowboys hire defensive coordinator, Christian Parker.  (00:00) - Open: Weekend check (30:09) - Cody Alexander: Christian Parker's defense (01:06:37) - Sports: First weekend with ABS (01:35:56) - Rangers win opening series in Philadelphia (01:50:39) - News: An illegal tip pool (02:13:00) - VM birthdays/Today in History ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's Opening Day in baseball!!! And who better to talk to than our friend Harold Reynolds from MLB Network. Harold absolutely loves the Braves to bounce back in 2026! Starting today, Harold, Greg Amsinger and Dan Plesac kick off another year of MLB Tonight, The National Pregame Show .. weekdays at 5pm ET leading up to all the games on MLB Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com Tua press conference reaction Opening Day in baseball - HAROLD REYNOLDS joins us March Madness surprise : Nebraska's 51 year voice Kent Pavelka joins us See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Show Notes On this week's podcast, Dan and Kris dive back into the Alphabet Soup-er Series. It was Kris's pick for the letter B and he went with the Sega Saturn cult classic Burning Rangers. This game was pretty ahead of its time, but does it still work? Is putting out fires with lasers still a good time today? Let's find out! Then, in Week Old News, the US government goes out of its way to tick off a large portion of the gaming public, Nintendo hosts a pretty decent Indie Showcase, Ken Griffey Jr's Winning Run for SNES is the gift that keeps on giving, and more! Finally, in the Checkpoint, Kris tries the Densha Attack demo and finds comfort in Yoshi's Island, while Dan gets ever closer to finishing Ghost of Sparta, and reads some books. Enjoy! See Our Faces!!! Stone Age Gamer YouTube Just Hear Our Voices Audio only version Useful Links Support us on Patreon StoneAgeGamer.com The Gratuitous Rainbow Spectrum Safe at Home Rescue Shoot the Moon Stitches Art of Angela Dean's Substack SAG's theme Song “Squared Roots” by Banjo Guy Ollie Break Music Burning Rangers - Request for an Immediate Rescue Toy Commander - 123 B.P.M. Ken Griffey's Winning Run - Main Theme Ben Briggs - Make Eggs, Throw Eggs Social Stuff Join us on Discord! Twitch Geekade Facebook Stone Age Gamer Facebook Geekade Twitter Stone Age Gamer Twitter Geekade Instagram Stone Age Gamer Instagram YouTube Geekade Contact Us

The guys break down a wild listener idea should the Jets sign Daniel Jones just to sabotage the Colts' draft pick? Then it's Yankees vs. Mets beef, as the crew uncovers New York's shadiest social media move (RIP Giancarlo's childhood Mets hat), an urban legend about Andy Pettitte, George Steinbrenner, and a certain blue-and-orange Little League cap, and Ken Griffey Jr. drops one of the greatest one-liners in sports history. Plus: Kyler Murray, Russell Wilson's passive-aggressive podcast tour, and Miami of Ohio's undefeated season flying under the radar.

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! An Anchorman Style Beard Challenge could be happening at The Fan. The Anniversary of the Reds getting Ken Griffey Jr has us thinking about the most shocking Sports Acquisitions. A must win for the Buckeyes. Ross Bjork on the Ohio State Hoops team. Super Bowl 60 does big TV numbers. Malik Willis might be the kick start to QB gymnastics. The Athletic's Chris Vannini, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Welcome to another episode of The Rizzuto Show, the daily comedy show that proves nostalgia is just disappointment with better branding.Today's episode kicks off with the downfall of childhood “investments,” as Magic: The Gathering collectors accuse Hasbro of flooding the market and tanking card values — which immediately sends the crew spiraling into baseball card trauma. Remember when a Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card was supposed to pay for college, a house, and early retirement? Yeah… about that.From there, things take a turn toward the supernatural when we ask the important question: can a rock band curse an NBA team? After an arena employee blames a satanic-looking concert for the Orlando Magic's losing streak, we dive headfirst into modern Satanic Panic, Ghost's spooky theatrics, and whether teams should sage their arenas instead of practicing defense.Then it's off to Westeros, where the new Game of Thrones spinoff raises serious questions — like where everyone goes to the bathroom, why HBO is obsessed with realism in the weirdest ways, and whether giant fake dongs are now part of the network's brand strategy. Things escalate quickly as the crew debates gratuitous nudity, legacy characters, and which original GoT character would theoretically win a very unnecessary competition.The back half of this daily comedy show delivers a full round of Crap on Celebrities, including music collabs, Super Bowl ads released way too early, outrageous ticket prices, Dirty Dancing sequels, James Bond movies that aged like milk, and a Ken doll promo video that is genuinely unsettling. Add birthdays, pop culture hot takes, and classic Rizz Show derailments, and you've got another beautifully unhinged episode.If you like your pop culture commentary sarcastic, your nostalgia roasted, and your comedy slightly concerned for humanity — welcome home.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshowConnect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MOSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.