Podcasts about Professional baseball

This summer, KPBS and KQED teamed up to look at different ways that Major League Baseball fans save money when going to a game, so that maybe you can too during some of these last games, or keep this in mind for next season. Reporters - Jake Gotta, KPBS and Carlos Cabrera-Lomelí, KQED Governor Gavin Newsom says he is signing a packageof bills that institute some of the strongest protections for children in the country. Reporter: Chris Alam, KQED The San Joaquin Valley air basin has long been out of compliance with federal air quality standards. That includes ozone and fine particulate matter that can be inhaled and lodged into the lungs. One often overlooked element in this regions air pollution: fast-food drive-through lanes. Reporter: Tim Sheehan, The Central Valley Journalism Collaborative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To hear about how the American Association of Professional Baseball is working with DakClassroom to elevate their game-day productions, Justin and Matt sat down with AAPB Commissioner Josh Schaub. He talks about how the experience gained through the program is beneficial, how they are taking their games to broadcast and leaves us with some great advice for those looking to get into the sports industry.   Links: News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/daktronics-partners-with-american-association-of-professional-baseball-to-connect-students-with-real-world-career-game-day-experience Isabella Podcast: https://podcast.daktronics.com/e/144-oak-creek-high-school-production-with-isabella-holterman/ RailCats Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/gary-southshore-railcats-upgrade-visual-experience-with-daktronics-display Podcasts with Waunakee: https://podcast.daktronics.com/e/257-%E2%80%93-waunakee-high-school-with-jason-mcconnell/

Long before the Texas League became one of minor league baseball's most enduring institutions, it began as a decidedly shaky experiment in a state still trying to prove it belonged on the national sporting map. In 1887, a barnstorming New York Giants club swept through Texas crushing local amateur teams — until John McCloskey's imported squad of professional players, newly adopted by Austin, pulled off a stunning upset. The victory helped convince local businessmen that Texas was ready for something bigger. By the following spring, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Galveston, Austin and San Antonio had organized the first Texas League, complete with schedules, umpires, salaries and all the financial uncertainty that came with professional baseball in the 1880s. This week, author William H. Brewster joins us to tell that remarkable origin story and discuss his new book, "The Land of Sand and Cotton: Texas, Workingmen, and Professional Baseball in 1888." Brewster takes us inside a league where gate receipts meant survival, Sunday games could make or break a club, teams folded in midseason, players jumped to surviving rosters—and the line between professional athlete and working man was still remarkably thin. But this is also a story about Texas itself: fast-growing cities, railroads, civic ambition, racial tension and communities using baseball as proof that they had arrived. Brewster explains how a rough, improvised circuit became the historical starting point for a league that still carries "Established 1888" today — even if the path from then to now was anything but straight. + + +   SUPPORT THE SHOW: Buy Us a Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/goodseatsstillavailable The "Good Seats" Store: http://tee.pub/lic/RdiDZzQeHSY BUY THE BOOK:  "The Land of Sand and Cotton: Texas, Workingmen, and Professional Baseball in 1888": https://amzn.to/4gGepPt SPONSOR THANKS:  Royal Retros (10% off promo code: SEATS): https://www.royalretros.com/?ref=SEATS Old School Shirts.com (10% off promo code: GOODSEATS): https://oldschoolshirts.com/goodseats FIND AND FOLLOW: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GoodSeatsStillAvailable Web: https://goodseatsstillavailable.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/goodseatsstillavailable.com X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodSeatsStill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodseatsstillavailable Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodseatsstillavailable Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodseatsstillavailable/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodSeatsStillAvailable/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/good-seats-still-available/

If you were one of the most well-known players in major league history, perhaps it would be hard to come back to your small town...

What Separates High School College And Professional Baseball Players? Consistency.  How do you get consistency? Focus. One. Play. At. A. Time.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Introduction — rehabbing a torn Achilles (twice) and the road back 01:44 — Growing up in Halifax, Nova Scotia — hockey, baseball, and choosing a path 03:17 — Drafted 105th overall by the Yankees after starting baseball five years later than most 05:00 — The bad habits he avoided by not starting the game at five years old 08:14 — The “goldfish mindset” — the parallel between athletes and gamblers 08:27 — Cold-emailing nearly 300 schools to find a college opportunity 10:08 — Junior college at McCook, Nebraska — walking on, switching positions, and grinding 14:04 — Earning a scholarship to Western Kentucky University 15:48 — A .398 average, 23 home runs, and the Conference USA Triple Crown 16:41 — The pre-draft process — meetings, workouts, and getting scouted by the Yankees 19:44 — Gambling as normal entertainment — before things changed 21:57 — The Biloxi story — the slot machine, the $3,500, and chasing “that rush” 24:07 — Why athletes are especially prone to compulsive gambling 27:07 — The shame of gambling — hiding the losses, showing off the wins 29:05 — His first trip to the casino at 19 — and how the habit escalated 30:13 — The $600K signing bonus, “feeling invincible,” and living a double life 34:25 — Owing teammates money — and how it started to hurt the organization 36:37 — The financial reality of minor league pay 38:19 — Getting released by the Yankees 41:39 — The Instagram DM that led him to Epic Global Solutions 44:13 — “We're anti-gambling harm” — presenting at 45 schools in a year 46:36 — The moments that make it worth it — student-athletes coming forward 48:53 — What's next — Team Canada, the 2028 Olympics, and a possible coaching path 50:50 — Jake's closing advice: ask for help before it gets too late

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Send us a text! We love hearing from listeners. If you'd like a response, please include your email. 72 years ago, the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League played its final game. Yesterday, women's professional baseball returned with the inaugural game of the Women's Pro Baseball League. On this episode of the Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery, you'll meet Margaret "Marge" and Helen Callaghan: Vancouver sisters, Boeing war workers, and the first sisters to play in the AAGPBL. Their story inspired the 1987 documentary that inspired Penny Marshall's 1992 epic film A League of Their Own.Jennie and Dianne trace their Ordinary Extraordinary lives from the diamond to charm school to Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery in California. These women and the nearly 600 others who played in AAGPBL between 1943 and 1954 not only made history, but have inspired generations of girls to follow their dreams!Purchase your tickets for the 37th annual Central City Cemetery Crawl on August 22, 2026, here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gilpin-historical-society-37th-annual-cemetery-crawl-tickets-1992231897234?aff=oddtdtcreatorNeed an Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery Podcast tee, hoodie or mug? Find all our taphophile-fun much here: https://oecemetery.etsy.comFamily Tales: A free printable is now available! Gather 'round the table and dig into your roots! This interactive family history game is perfect for holidays, reunions, or just because. Ask, listen, and laugh your way through generations of stories and secrets. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UT_R56qEwNTIxIBrTy8KFyVmGnFOe7g8/view?usp=sharingResources used to research this episode include: De Nicola, Christina . "The real women who inspired ‘A League of Their Own' ." https://www.mlb.com/. 1 July 2022. www.mlb.com/news/featured/a-league-of-their-own-based-on-true-story. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.Somers, Jeff. "The Real Women Who Inspired A League Of Their Own." https://www.grunge.com/. 23 Aug. 2022. www.grunge.com/976674/the-real-women-who-inspired-a-league-of-their-own/. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026., Associated Press. "Lavonne 'Pepper' Paire-Davis dies ." https://www.espn.com/. 3 Feb. 2013. www.espn.com/espn/story/_/id/8911670/former-women-baseball-star-lavonne-pepper-paire-davis-dies. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.Hawthorn , Tom. "Diamond days gone, she's still in a league of her own ." https://tomhawthorn.blogspot.com/. 7 Nov. 2007. tomhawthorn.blogspot.com/2007/11/diamond-days-gone-shes-still-in-league.html?m=1. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026., Multiple Contributions . "All-American Girls Professional Baseball League ." https://en.wikipedia.org/. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All-American_Girls_Professional_Baseball_League. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.Sargent , Jim. "Marge and Helen Callaghan ." https://sabr.org/. sabr.org/bioproj/person/marge-and-helen-callaghan/. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026., Multiple Contributors. "Marge Callaghan ." https://en.wikipedia.org/. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marge_Callaghan. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026., Multiple Contributors. "Helen Callaghan ." https://en.wikipedia.org/. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helen_Callaghan. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.Support the show

Morrocans invade Spain, defensive testicle architecture, Olympics tickets, ruining the Happy Birthday Song, the end of the Biggest Problem in the Universe, the National Anthem at opening day for the Women's Professional Baseball League, creepy robots, and Belgium pays two Black guys to dance around with their weiners out; all that and more on this episode of The Dick Show!

Todd Weldon started his baseball career in Carlsbad, New Mexico as an athlete for Carlsbad High School. He made a name for himself as a Caveman before moving on to college ball and eventually professional baseball. When his career as a player came to an end, he was called to coaching in many different ways before becoming the head coach for Wayland Baptist University. Five years in, he is making an impact on the program in more ways than just baseball. Presented by Nick Walker of Edward Jones Produced by All Sports Best Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Todd Weldon's High School Memories 01:36 College Baseball Journey and Draft Experience 07:01 Transition to Professional Baseball and Coaching 12:28 Coaching Career and Impact of Mentors 17:55 Becoming Head Coach at Wayland Baptist 24:51 The Influence of Coach Forney and Team Culture 28:09 The Legendary 'Loop' and Team Challenges 29:05 Faith, Purpose, and Giving Back in Coaching

Host Mark Corbett sits down with Merrie Fidler, the foremost historian of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), to explore the league's remarkable history, from its wartime origins to its ambitious international expansion plans, and the ongoing revival of women's baseball today.Topics CoveredHow Merrie discovered the AAGPBL through a 1943 Time Magazine article while pursuing her master's degree in sport history at UMass AmherstHer years of primary research, interviewing former players, coaches, and executives, and spending a week at the Wrigley Building in Chicago going through Arthur Meyerhoff's filesThe origins of the league under Philip Wrigley, who designed it around baseball rules (not softball) and emphasized femininity to attract upper-class civic supportThe AAGPBL's historic 1947 spring training in Cuba, where teams drew 15,000 to 20,000 fans at Havana's grand stadium, and the 1948 expansion attempts in Tampa, Miami, and DaytonaMeyerhoff's vision for an international women's baseball league spanning Cuba, Venezuela, Costa Rica, Panama, and the Dominican Republic, and why it never materializedThe Cuban players recruited into the league, including Isabel Alvarez, who joined at age 14 and played for the Fort Wayne DaisiesThe role of players like Senaida "Shoo Shoo" Wirth as interpreters for the Cuban recruitsWhy the league ultimately declined: cuts to publicity, player development, and promotion after team administrators bought out Meyerhoff in 1951The 1988 Baseball Hall of Fame exhibit recognizing the AAGPBL, and the impact of the 1992 film A League of Their OwnMerrie's published book on the league's history (McFarland, 2003)Upcoming events: the International Women's Baseball World Cup (Group Stage) in Rockford, IL (home of the Peaches) and the AAGPBL reunion in Rockford; plus the Women's Pro Baseball League in SpringfieldKey TakeawaysThe AAGPBL played baseball, not softball, from its earliest years, with overhand pitching phased in by 1948Meyerhoff's marketing genius (hiring league-city sports editors as scorekeepers, daily newspaper game coverage) was central to the league's successThe decline of the league was driven less by TV or the end of WWII than by the decision to cut spending on promotion and player developmentWomen's baseball is growing again. Follow players like Kelsie Whitmore and Danae Benitez on social mediaResources MentionedAAGPBL website: aagpbl.orgMerrie Fidler's book - The Origins and History of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball LeagueHistory Museum of South Bend, Indiana, national repository for AAGPBL archives

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In this episode of Let's Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden discuss one of the more unique SCOTUS cases, Baseball v Baseball! Join them as they discuss the facts of the case, the insane ruling, and how baseball could have been different if the ruling went the other way! Follow us on socials: Let's Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock_stewart/Arden Walentowski Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ardenjulianna/Love the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

Former Professional Baseball Pitcher Tom Glavine joins Sid to remember the life and legacy of his longtime manager with the Atlanta Braves, Bobby Cox, who passed away over the weekend at the age of 84. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary former New York Yankee Jim Leyritz joins Sid live in-studio to talk Yankees baseball on this Monday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former New York Met & New York Yankee Darryl Strawberry calls into this Monday morning installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Major League Baseball - Play Ball!   Playing Sports, watching Sports is a great thing for all of us to do in America. But did you know that in the beginning of Pro Baseball there were so many Americans who were left out as professional players because of their skin color.   It's hard to believe that American Negroes were not allowed to play Professional Baseball - so how did it come to be that all they were allowed to play - it's quite a story that needs to be told to those who have never heard it.   So let's go!!

Former New York Met John Franco joins Sid to preview the 2026 Mets regular season ahead of Opening Day this afternoon from Citi Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this 1869th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Harvey Sahker, author of Before the Blue Jays: Professional Baseball in Toronto Prior to 1977, about the rich history of professional baseball in Toronto. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, Nick Ainis, and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com.

This week Three of my McGeorge Students interviewed two Major League Baseball players. Tyler Soderstrom is the left fielder for the A's and was just extended for 7 Years. Cole Carrigg played at San Diego State and was drafted in 2023 in the second round by the Colorado Rockies. They discuss navigating their careers from high school to college to the pros, and role their agents played along the way. Thanks you Tate Soderstrom, Amanda Carlson, and Joe Anderson for participating in the this interview. Go to Jill Website Call Jill 559-250-0151 Email jillbaxter@me.com  

January brought big partnerships, record-breaking displays and exciting momentum across the industry. From connecting students with real-world gameday production through a new partnership with the American Association of Professional Baseball to massive new video boards at the University of Illinois, Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Virginia Tech, there's plenty to recap. We also welcomed a new addition to the Daktronics team. Matt and Justin break down all the highlights from January 2026.   Links: Daktronics Partners with American Association of Professional Baseball to Connect Students with Real-World Career Game-Day Experience Winnipeg Blue Bombers Improve Game-Day Experience with Daktronics Video Displays Daktronics Hires Thomas Welling to AV Channel Partner Team Illinois, Daktronics Install Largest Video Display in College Football Virginia Tech Improves Live Event Experience at Cassell Coliseum with Daktronics Displays

It's Jan. 6, and that means it's Twelfth Night, the official kickoff to the Mardi Gras season. While the Krewe of Joan of Arc will be lining up in the French Quarter this evening for their carnival kick-off parade, another celebration of the patron saint of France is coming to the Marigny Opera House. A reimagined opera-ballet production of Tchaikovsky's ‘The Maid of Orleans' brings the story of the 15th century French heroine to the stage. Verismo Opera producer, director, and tenor Bogdan Mynka joins us with more on this performance.Late last year, a Louisiana softball legend made history as the first woman to sign with the new Women's Professional Baseball League. Amanda Gianelloni is a 2024 Nicholls State Hall of Fame inductee and has been a member of the Team USA women's baseball national team since 2016. The second baseman was drafted 8th overall, and selected for the San Francisco team. Gianelloni joined WWNO's Alana Schreiber for more on her journey in baseball and softball, her hopes for the WPBL and what it will be like to represent Louisiana on a national stage.__Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

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Central Ohio native London Studer was a first round pick in the inaugural Women's Professional Baseball League draft.

Betting scandals rocking MLB as player prop bets present problemShould Inexperienced coaches go straight from college to MLB?Barnstorming Talk!Week 10 picks If yo u cannot see the audio controls, listen/download the audio file here

Former Professional Baseball Player Darryl Strawberry calls into the show to discuss his baseball career and his friendship with President Donald Trump, who granted him a presidential pardon over the weekend. Strawberry discusses his transition from a celebrated athlete to a devoted minister and advocate for recovery from addiction. He emphasizes the significance of his work in helping others, which he views as far more impactful than his sports achievements. Strawberry recounts the emotional moment when he learned about his pardon and expresses gratitude for being able to move forward without the weight of his past legal issues. He maintains a positive outlook despite criticism and continues to focus on his ministry and philanthropic efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're lollygagging around a MLB/NFL Rapid Fire, an offseason wish list, the first round of College Football Playoff rankings, the latest installment of Guess the Mascot, the Women's Professional Baseball League, horrifying foods in NFL stadiums, and more! Do you have any questions or comments about Lollygagging Sports? Reach out to us on Bluesky: Bo Reed (@boreed009.bsky.social), Samantha Bunten (@samanthabunten.bsky.social‬), Lollygagging Sports (@lollygaggingpod.bsky.social). And on Twitter/X: Samantha Bunten (@samanthabunten), Matthew Irby (@IrbyStatMan), Lollygagging Sports (@LollygaggingPod).

Dan speaks with Chris Costello, head coach at Walpole High School and coach for the Northeast Gators travel ball team. They discuss Walpole's successful season, the team's journey and challenges, and Costello's coaching influences. The conversation also touches on Costello's perspective on high school baseball development, the role of travel baseball, and recruiting strategies. The episode concludes with a segment featuring controversial baseball rules and their implications, offering deep insights and personal anecdotes from Costello's extensive experience in the sport.   Topics 00:42 Reflecting on the Championship Season 01:36 Overcoming Past Challenges 03:01 Coaching Journey and Influences 04:22 The Talent of 2019 and the Super Eight Tournament 05:28 Cam Schlittler's Development 07:55 Northeast Gators and Travel Baseball 09:10 Recruiting Challenges and Advice 16:35 Team Massachusetts and the Omaha Experience 21:08 Specialization vs. Multi-Sport Athletes 24:14 The Importance of Playing Multiple Sports 25:56 Transitioning from Professional Baseball to Coaching 26:46 Building a Coaching Career in Walpole 28:15 Rivalries and Traditions in Massachusetts Baseball 29:22 Three Up, Three Down: Baseball's Controversial Rules 33:42 The Chase Utley Rule and Player Safety 36:53 The Ghost Runner Debate 41:19 Conclusion and Farewell

Episode 313 features country music singer and professional baseball player, Bryce Hensley and pitmaster for the Generation Q Barbecue competition team, Kevin Tatgenhorst Bryce Hensley was destined to perform in front of a crowd whether as a baseball player or a singer.  In the 2018 MLB draft he was chosen by the Kansas City Royals.  If it had not been for the pandemic he may still be pitching, but when the players were sent home at the start of the pandemic, Bryce made the decision to pursue his other passion as a country music singer.  Bryce received his first guitar at age five, but baseball season came and the guitar was put aside.  However, over time, Bryce picked the guitar back up and taught himself the basics.  He played select shows and performed at local dive bars while home on breaks from school, but kept a sole focus on his baseball career which culminated in his being drafted.  However, Bryce made the decision to pursue his other passion as a country music singer.  For more information on Bryce Hensley, including his music go to  https://brycehensley.com/ Kevin Tatgenhorst is a pitmaster for the Generation Q Barbecue competition team.  Kevin lives in Las Vegas, Nevasa, but began his life in Chicago, Illinois and he roots for the Chicago White Sox.  We discuss a small amount of baseball, but quickly jump into a barbecue discussion which details the growth of barbecue in Las Vegas.  It is a chance to learn about barbecue in a place you may not think about for this cooking method.  Kevin is a great spokesperson for the Nevada BBQ Association of which he is a member. We recommend you go to Rogue Cookers website, https://roguecookers.com/ for award-winning rubs, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves, Cutting Edge Firewood High Quality Kiln Dried Firewood - Cutting Edge Firewood in Atlanta for high quality firewood and cooking wood, Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. We truly appreciate our listeners and hope that all of you are staying safe. If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you. Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From 1943-1954, the United States saw its first professional women's sports, notably in the form of baseball. This episode will look at how the women's league got its start and why it ended. There will also be talk of Muskegon's own team, the Lassies and their history.

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. In this episode, discover what makes the AFL a premier opportunity for baseball's rising stars. Learn how the league brings together the best prospects from all 30 MLB organizations to compete in a unique six-week showcase that runs from early October through November. In this episode, you'll learn: How the Arizona Fall League works and which prospects get selected The logistics of AFL participation: housing, pay, and travel arrangements Why scouts from every MLB organization attend these games The laid-back yet competitive atmosphere that makes AFL special Behind-the-scenes stories from John Hester's AFL experience playing alongside future stars like Max Scherzer How the league has evolved to include more international prospects What the AFL means for player development and trade opportunities Please like, subscribe, and rate this podcast episode of Ahead in the Count! To contact the hosts, send an email to jhester@bipwealth.com, kschmidt@bipwealth.com, cmurray@bipwealth.com, or jhermida@bipwealth.com

What Separates High School College And Professional Baseball Players? Consistency.  How do you get consistency? Focus. One. Play. At. A. Time.

Today we are joined by César Brioso, author of the book Last Seasons in Havana: The Castro Revolution and the End of Professional Baseball In Cuba (University of Nebraska Press, 2019). Blending the love for baseball fans in Cuba had during the 1950s with the political upheaval that led to Fidel Castro's rise to power in 1959, Brioso weaves a fascinating tale. Brioso focuses on the last two seasons of the Havana Sugar Kings of the International League (1958-1959) and the last three seasons of the Cuban League (1958-1961). In the 1950s, Havana was a city teeming with rabid baseball fans, swanky hotels, luxurious casinos, and warm, tropical weather. Influential baseball men in Cuba like Bobby Maduro believed Havana was on the short list to earn a major league franchise when baseball expanded. But what happened politically signaled the death knell for those dreams. Castro may have been a big sports fan, but political events in Cuba would take “a sinister turn” as he and the Communists in his regime tightened their grip on the Caribbean island. Brioso's extensive research, plus more than 20 interviews with former players, Maduro's son, and even a man who spent a year as the batboy for the transplanted Sugar Kings in Jersey City, New Jersey, gives the reader a unique perspective about Cuba. Former major leaguers interviewed included Orlando Peña, Pedro Ramos, Cookie Rojas and Luis Tiant. Bob D'Angelo was a sports journalist and sports copy editor for more than three decades and is currently a digital national content editor for Cox Media Group. He received his master's degree in history from Southern New Hampshire University in May 2018. He is the author of Never Fear: The Life & Times of Forest K. Ferguson Jr. (2015), reviews books on his blog, Bob D'Angelo's Books & Blogs, and has reviewed books for Sport  In American History. Can be reached at bdangelo57@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Today we are joined by César Brioso, author of the book Last Seasons in Havana: The Castro Revolution and the End of Professional Baseball In Cuba (University of Nebraska Press, 2019). Blending the love for baseball fans in Cuba had during the 1950s with the political upheaval that led to Fidel Castro's rise to power in 1959, Brioso weaves a fascinating tale. Brioso focuses on the last two seasons of the Havana Sugar Kings of the International League (1958-1959) and the last three seasons of the Cuban League (1958-1961). In the 1950s, Havana was a city teeming with rabid baseball fans, swanky hotels, luxurious casinos, and warm, tropical weather. Influential baseball men in Cuba like Bobby Maduro believed Havana was on the short list to earn a major league franchise when baseball expanded. But what happened politically signaled the death knell for those dreams. Castro may have been a big sports fan, but political events in Cuba would take “a sinister turn” as he and the Communists in his regime tightened their grip on the Caribbean island. Brioso's extensive research, plus more than 20 interviews with former players, Maduro's son, and even a man who spent a year as the batboy for the transplanted Sugar Kings in Jersey City, New Jersey, gives the reader a unique perspective about Cuba. Former major leaguers interviewed included Orlando Peña, Pedro Ramos, Cookie Rojas and Luis Tiant. Bob D'Angelo was a sports journalist and sports copy editor for more than three decades and is currently a digital national content editor for Cox Media Group. He received his master's degree in history from Southern New Hampshire University in May 2018. He is the author of Never Fear: The Life & Times of Forest K. Ferguson Jr. (2015), reviews books on his blog, Bob D'Angelo's Books & Blogs, and has reviewed books for Sport  In American History. Can be reached at bdangelo57@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

Today we are joined by César Brioso, author of the book Last Seasons in Havana: The Castro Revolution and the End of Professional Baseball In Cuba (University of Nebraska Press, 2019). Blending the love for baseball fans in Cuba had during the 1950s with the political upheaval that led to Fidel Castro's rise to power in 1959, Brioso weaves a fascinating tale. Brioso focuses on the last two seasons of the Havana Sugar Kings of the International League (1958-1959) and the last three seasons of the Cuban League (1958-1961). In the 1950s, Havana was a city teeming with rabid baseball fans, swanky hotels, luxurious casinos, and warm, tropical weather. Influential baseball men in Cuba like Bobby Maduro believed Havana was on the short list to earn a major league franchise when baseball expanded. But what happened politically signaled the death knell for those dreams. Castro may have been a big sports fan, but political events in Cuba would take “a sinister turn” as he and the Communists in his regime tightened their grip on the Caribbean island. Brioso's extensive research, plus more than 20 interviews with former players, Maduro's son, and even a man who spent a year as the batboy for the transplanted Sugar Kings in Jersey City, New Jersey, gives the reader a unique perspective about Cuba. Former major leaguers interviewed included Orlando Peña, Pedro Ramos, Cookie Rojas and Luis Tiant. Bob D'Angelo was a sports journalist and sports copy editor for more than three decades and is currently a digital national content editor for Cox Media Group. He received his master's degree in history from Southern New Hampshire University in May 2018. He is the author of Never Fear: The Life & Times of Forest K. Ferguson Jr. (2015), reviews books on his blog, Bob D'Angelo's Books & Blogs, and has reviewed books for Sport  In American History. Can be reached at bdangelo57@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies

Rob Nelson is back, and he's starting with the punchline first: our guest today, a rookie in real estate, completed his first year with an incredible 20 transactions and $28 million in volume. That rookie is Koby Bishop, a finalist for RISMedia's Rookie of the Year, and he's here to share exactly how he did it. Koby unpacks his journey from professional athlete to real estate powerhouse, revealing how the discipline, grit, and competitive drive from his baseball career became the bedrock of his business. He discusses the unique dynamic of learning from his mother, a 20-year industry veteran, and how he proactively built his own sphere by creating immense value for clients outside of the transaction, leading to a powerful organic referral network. Discover the simple yet profound advice that shaped his approach: "always answer your phone" and "run your business like a 9 to 5 storefront." Koby also shares his strategy for overcoming imposter syndrome through a relentless focus on affirmations and mindset, and how a "dream list" created with his wife provides the ultimate 'why' for pushing past the hard parts. Tune in for an inspiring blueprint on how to launch a real estate career with intention, confidence, and incredible results. Episode Highlights: Koby's Journey from Professional Baseball to a Real estate Rookie Achieving $28M in Volume and 20 Transactions in His First Year The Dynamics of Working with a Parent as a Mentor How to Build a Sphere from Scratch, Even When it Overlaps The Strategy of Creating Value Beyond the Transaction Why You Should Always Lean on and Learn from Top Producers The Two Pieces of Advice: "Always Answer Your Phone" and "Run Your Business 9 to 5" Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with an Athletic Mindset The Power of Affirmations and Creating a "Dream List" as Your ‘Why' Developing Grit to Push Past the Hard Parts and Stay Consistent Key Takeaways: Approach every day with the proactive mindset of "How can I put a deal together?" to fuel your drive and create momentum. When faced with a challenge, you have a choice: focus on the obstacle or get into flow and actively create new opportunities. Prioritize creating value for your clients and making their experience your number one focus. Two foundational rules for success: always answer your phone and run your business with the structure of a 9-to-5 storefront. Consistent, disciplined mindset work, such as daily affirmations, can rewire your brain for confidence and belief in your goals. Remember that if a task is hard for you, it's hard for everyone; success comes to those who push past the difficulty. Create a "dream list" with your partner to clarify your 'why' and provide powerful motivation for your hard work. Find fulfillment in your daily grind by connecting your hard work directly to achieving the goals on your dream list.   Links: Website: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/Podcast Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com Phone: 1-800-254-1650 Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/TheNinjaSellingPodcast Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling Instagram: @NinjaSellingOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/  

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If you know me you know that I love baseball and hunting. On todays podcast I try and marry the two with my guest Tom Murphy. Tom is a nine year Major League catcher and an avid bowhunter. We dive in to the similarities baseball and bowhunting have with the approach and mindset both require to be successful. Theres some great information in this podcast along with a great story Tom tells about the best baseball player in the world Shohei Ohtani. Enjoy. . . . Promo Codes: Latitude Outdoors: thefall Americas Best Bowstrings: TFP Helix Broadheads:TFP Faceoff Ebikes: TFP Asio Gear: FALL20 . . . Partner Websites: Jays Sporting Goods - https://www.jayssportinggoods.com/ Helix Broadheads - https://www.helixbroadheads.com/ Latitude Outdoors - https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ Garmin Bow Sights - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/sportsman-and-tactical-devices/ Prime Archery - https://www.g5prime.com/ Asio Gear - https://asiogear.com?utm_source=pro&utm_medium=fall Faceoff Hunting Ebikes - https://www.faceoffebikes.com/ Michigan Buckpole - https://mibuckpole.com/ Vitalize Seed Company - https://vitalizeseed.com/ Don't forget to check out the Fall Podcast Youtube channel for new content. Subscribe to the channel as well. Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSCcGJeHHxejFXBZAO83QA For updates from The Fall Podcast: The Fall Podcast on Instagram - The Fall Podcast The Fall Podcast on Facebook - The Fall Podcast Facebook The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel - The Fall Podcast Youtube Channel Subscribe and Rate us on Itunes: SUBSCRIBE to The Fall Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

0:00 - IT FINALLY HAPPENED. THE ROCKIES WON A PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL GAME YESTERDAY. They've reached 10 wins. Double digits, baby. 17:57 - The NBA probably has the craziest offseason of all. Moves galore! Will the Nuggets be in the mix? Should they be?36:15 - This upcoming season will be make or break for Coach Prime. He doesn't have his sons on the roster anymore. He just signed a new contract. Let's see what you're really made of, Coach.

Western Australian Senator Dorinda Cox has announced she is leaving the Greens to join the Labor Party. Australia's minimum wage will increase by 3.5 per cent from July 1. Shigeo Nagashima, known affectionately as “Mr. Professional Baseball,” has passed away from pneumonia this morning at the age of 89. - 西オーストラリア州のドリンダ・コックス上院議員が、緑の党を離れ、労働党に加わったことを明らかにしました。オーストラリアの最低賃金が7月1日から、3.5パーセント引き上げられます。「ミスタープロ野球」の愛称で親しまれた、長嶋茂雄さんが今朝、肺炎のため亡くなりました。89歳でした。午後１時から放送されたラジオ番組のニュース部分をお届けします。

This 2020 episode covers the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, which was founded in 1943. Some of these women athletes believed they were starting on a career in professional baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests are way back. In this episode, I sit down with my best—Chase Lambin is a former professional baseball player who spent 15 years chasing the Big League dream, and now coaches in the Texas Rangers organization.Chase gives us an inside peak at life in professional baseball, including stories I've never heard before. His Tracy McGrady story alone makes this episode worth tuning in.We get into my favorite part of having a buddy who coaches future Major Leaguers—the emotional aspect of players getting called up to the Big Leagues. For me, seeing a text vid of a call-up is like looking into my stocking on Christmas morning. If you're not still doing that, might be time to upgrade your S/O (but that's for a future solo ep).Chase tells the story of their most recent call-up, Blaine Crim, who, incidentally, is my new favorite player.Funny how you get older and pull for the 27-year old call-up you have some Kevin Bacon connection to. But when you were 9, you'd have used that rookie's baseball card in your tire spokes. Well, I'm older now, and would sooner use a Topps Justin Verlander to give my 4-year old's balance bike the vroom sound.We also discuss Chase's approach to parenting, coaching and maintaining perspective. He shares insights from his book The Hitters Handbook, and reflects on lessons learned from coaches and teammates throughout his career.Re baseball, we cover everything from 12-year old travel ball to Corey Seager riling up the Rangers in the playoffs because he got excited about a homerun (which he doesn't do often).There's a reason Chase & I have remained the best of buds since we met in 1994. Episodes where I have him on keep getting better!But yeah, that's not the reason.I'll just tell you that having a 'bestie' you've known since 9th grade, and getting to broadcast some our conversations with you beautiful MFs, is one of my great joys in life. At least in part, because you've told me you enjoy them too.

Jamar Hill is a coach now, but before that, he was a pro baseball player in the Mets organization. He grew up in Anchorage, where playing baseball wasn't always easy: limited facilities, long winters and not much opportunity to play year-round. He says that in Alaska, you get about a quarter of the playing time compared to other places. But in a way, that made him love the game even more. As a kid, he followed the Alaska Baseball League, one of the best summer leagues in the country. It brought in top talent every year — future first-round draft picks — and watching those games gave him an early sense of how the baseball world worked. By the time he was 16, most of the teams he played on included at least one future Major League player. And by the end of high school, he was drafted by the Mets. He became one of their top power prospects — a lefty bat who hit right-handed pitching especially well. He went on to hit over 100 professional home runs. But beyond the stats, it was his early exposure to high-level talent, and his ability to adapt, that shaped his perspective. That perspective is still with him today — as a coach, a mentor and someone who's all about creating opportunities for the next generation. Today, Jamar is focused on giving back to the community that raised him. As a youth coach and founder of RBI Alaska, he's spent the last 10 years helping young athletes grow — as players and as people. He's currently leading the development of the Mountain View Field House, a year-round indoor training facility that will give local kids access to the kind of resources he didn't have growing up. For him, coaching isn't just about skill development, it's about building character, creating opportunity and showing kids that their environment doesn't have to limit their ambition. He mentors with intention, using his own experiences in professional baseball to help young players navigate the mental, emotional and physical sides of the game. Through that work, he's helping shape confident, resilient athletes who are prepared for whatever comes next, on the field or off.

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Joe Daru is no stranger to thriving in new environments. From living in various countries to playing professional baseball, and now acting and directing, Joe shares how he continues to navigate his life and career. He highlights: How he developed skills through baseball, such as competitiveness, motivation, and work ethic, which he now applies to his career in Entertainment. The importance of open-mindedness and flexibility, particularly when living in various countries His fight scene with QUEEN, Michelle Yeoh in The Brothers Sun His dream project (spoiler alert: It's related to baseball) His recurring role in Peacock's crime drama, Long Bright River, opposite Amanda Seyfried. ==========================================Full bio: Joe Daru is a Thai/Chinese-American actor born in Thailand. As the son of a diplomat, he has lived in Barbados, Laos, Hawaii, Florida, and Washington D.C. After graduating from IMG Sports Academy in Florida, he played college baseball & also played internationally post-grad before moving to Los Angeles in 2017. From there he went on to guest star on The Rookie (ABC), East New York (CBS), Legacies (CW), and Hydra (Apple), and recur on The Brothers Sun (Netflix), All American Homecoming (CW), and The L Word: Generation Q (Showtime). Joe is currently anticipating the release of his latest Recurring Guest Star role in the new Sony crime series Long Bright River (Peacock) alongside Amanda Seyfried. In his free time, Joe is an avid athlete and has played Division-1 baseball for four years for New York Tech. After graduating he went on to play in the Southeast Asian Games, World Baseball Classic Qualifiers and the Asian Games for the Thailand National Team. In addition to sports, Joe also has a passion for directing and has won multiple awards - most recently an honorable mention in the AGBO 48 Hour Film Festival for his short film “A New Leash on Life”. Joe is based in Los Angeles and is represented by Entertainment Lab (Management).  IG: @joedaru  

In this episode of The Gametime Guru, I sit down with "Slammin' Sammy Christensen" to dive deep into his journey as an athlete. Sammy was a late bloomer in high school, but his dedication and multi-sport background helped shape his success. We discuss:

After threatening for years, Mike and Bill finally get around to the short-lived Senior Professional Baseball Assocation to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the league's only championship. How did this glorious thing come to be and why did it fail? What happened in between? Was its downfall inevitable, or could the idea actually work today? All these questions will be answered (or at least speculated about)! Plus, happy birthday to Roger Peckinpaugh and Orval Overall. And farewell to Roberto Gomez, Jack DiLauro, Ron Locke, and Wayne Simpson.

In this week's episode I am joined by Grant Anderson. Grant is Aidan's (last weeks guest) twin brother and fellow professional basball player. Grant gives us more insight to the life of a porfessional athlete and how that is its own special way of life. We talked about recently being traded and finding out while he was about to go coon hunting. This is a tight nit family with a strong love of coon hunting and it shows. Be sure to check out the Anderson family's brand as well!  https://www.coonbranchoutdoors.com     Sponsors: https://conkeysoutdoors.com  Promo Code TREETALKINTIME5 https://fullcrymag.com https://www.southernhoundhunting.com  Merch: https://treetalkin.com/collections  Social Media: https://www.patreon.com/treetalkintime https://www.instagram.com/treetalkinmedia https://www.facebook.com/treetalkinmedia

In this episode of Winners Find a Way, Trent Clark sits down with Marty Strong, a former Navy SEAL who has become a successful entrepreneur and author. Drawing from his diverse experiences, Marty shares valuable lessons about creativity, adaptability, and visionary leadership. Key takeaways include: Marty's reflections on Veterans Day and the deep bonds among military personnel His disciplined writing process and why he prefers fiction to non-fiction How military training principles translate to adaptive business leadership His perspective on creativity and innovation in effective leadership Be sure to check out Marty's latest book, "Be Different," set to release on December 1, 2024, as well as his previous works, "Be Nimble" and "Be Visionary." Trent's book, "Leading Winning Teams," is also available, with the audiobook version recently released on November 12. Don't miss this engaging conversation about unlocking creativity, embracing adaptability, and cultivating visionary leadership. Watch the full episode now!   Connect With Marty Strong Website #1 Marty Strong Author, Speaker, Top Business Consultant (martystrong.com) Website #2 http://www.mlstrongauthor.com LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-strong-9676bb13/ Facebook URL (2) Marty Strong | Facebook Instagram https://www.instagram.com/martinlstrongauthor     Connect with Trent M. Clark Website: Leadershipity.com LinkedIn: Trent M. Clark Email: trent@leadershipity.com Grab a copy of our Book “Leading Winning Teams” Here: https://bit.ly/4cVWy2t If you're interested in elevating your team's performance and doubling your organizational value, reach out to Trent for a consultation. Visit Leadershipity.com to learn more or schedule a 15-minute call with Trent. Listen to More Episodes: Catch new episodes of the Winners Find a Way Show every Thursday at 10:00 AM Eastern / 700 AM Pacific. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guest and do not necessarily reflect any organisation's official policy or position. 

In this episode, Dr. Michael Gerharz joins Trent Clark to explore the art of impactful communication and its role in executing business strategies. From the importance of simplicity in messaging to aligning teams with actionable goals, Dr. Gerharz introduces his PATH framework for achieving strategic impact. He shares personal stories, including overcoming legal challenges and creating transformative products, illustrating how clear communication can change the game for leaders and organizations alike.  Actionable Advice:  Focus on plain and simple messaging that everyone on your team understands.  Align team actions with your strategy through clear, actionable language.  Encourage bold, transformative choices while staying true to heartfelt values.  Prepare rigorously for challenges and approach obstacles with calm confidence.  View challenges through others' perspectives to bridge communication gaps.  In This Episode, We Discuss:  The common reasons why brilliant ideas fail.  The PATH framework: Plain, Actionable, Transformative, and Heartfelt communication.  How aligning teams around a core promise can eliminate confusion and drive results.  Strategies for overcoming adversity with meticulous preparation.  Why simplicity in communication is more impactful than elaborate messaging.      Connect with Guest:  Website: https://michaelgerharz.com/  LinkedIn: Michael Gerharz on LinkedIn  On Instagram and  Youtube  Podcast: The AHA Effect  Books: The Path to Strategic Impact, The AHA Effect      Connect with Trent M. Clark   Website: Leadershipity.com  LinkedIn: Trent M. Clark  Email: trent@leadershipity.com     Grab a copy of our Book “Leading Winning Teams”  Here: https://bit.ly/4cVWy2t   If you're interested in elevating your team's performance and doubling your organizational value, reach out to Trent for a consultation. Visit Leadershipity.com to learn more or schedule a 15-minute call with Trent.       Listen to More Episodes:   Catch new episodes of the Winners Find a Way Show every Thursday at 10:00 AM Eastern / 700 AM Pacific.     Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guest and do not necessarily reflect any organisation's official policy or position.