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The Reds won the World Series 50 years ago in a classic highlighted by the amazing game six eventually won by the Red Sox on the foul-pole hitting HR by Carlton Fisk in the 12th inning. Prior to that, legend has it that Pete Rose said to Fisk "Man, isn't this the most exciting game you've ever played in?”. Rose had a knack for being in the moment and enjoying this game called baseball more than maybe any player that ever lived. And Sports Illustrated rewarded him at the end of the year by naming him “Sportsman of the Year”. Rose was at the top of his game, beloved by not only fans of the Big Red Machine, but baseball fans everywhere. His popularity transcended the game, as he was an everyday man, who played the game the right way. His work ethic and daily grind were legendary and he resonated with a great amount of folks whose lives were built around that same dedication to whatever their profession was. He was the working mans idol. Everyone could relate to this kid who was born on the wrong side of Cincinnati and was now the king of the town. A 44-game hitting streak in 1978 captured the attention of the nation before he left Cincy for Philly the following year, helping the Phils win a World Series in 1980… the 3rd and final championship of his career. He returned to the Reds as a player manager and in 1985 became the the game's all-time leader in hits before retiring as a player a year later with a still record of 4,256 knocks. And then it all came crumbling down. Keith O'Brien is also a kid from Cincinnati who grew up watching Rose in his latter years and chronicled his entire life in his bestselling book, “Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball.” It goes into great detail about Rose's humble beginnings, how he got the nickname Charlie Hustle from two of the game's greats, Mickey Mantle and Whitey Ford, and how his prowess as one of the greatest players of all-time made him one of the game's most popular players of the 20th century. But O'Brien also did countless research into Rose's gambling addiction, the people that he associated with and the eventual suspension and expulsion from baseball. He joins us on POP to discuss at length in great passion how this man of the people who was adored by legions of fans everywhere would fall from grace, and end up on the outside of the Hall of Fame looking in… literally. It's a tragic tale of the American Dream going awry. A kid who had nothing but grit and determination turns himself into one of the greatest ballplayers of all-time, only to let his addiction to betting… and betting on the game he lived for...keep him away from the thing he loved most… baseball. Join us as we look back on the year Rose was at this top his game… 1975… and the decline that would take place a decade later as we talk with Keith O'Brien to discuss his book, “Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose and the Last Glory Days of Baseball,” on the Past Our Prime podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
At the end of every year, we take a few weeks to reset and reflect on everything that happened in culture over the past twelve months. We share our reflections with you in the form of our Top 20 Annual Countdown. This week, you'll receive 20-11; next week, you'll get the top ten. After much deliberation (heard in the Roundtable Episode) here is the list of the Top 20-11! 20. Hailey and Justin Bieber drama 19. The LA Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani winning the World Series 18. The rise of smartphone bans in schools 17. Forrest Frank breaking his back 16. The fall of Sydney Sweeney 15. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle 14. Labubu Dolls 13. Adolescence 12. The Coldplay concert cheating scandal 11. Season three of The Summer I Turned Pretty --> Check out our Conversation Kit on Miracles Double your impact with End of Year Giving! Every dollar you give will be mathched dollar for dollar until the end of 2025! Get your question on Ask Axis! Send in your questions to ask@axis.org. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.
The Phillies have made many changes to their roster this week. Dave Dombrowski told the media that the outfield “is pretty much set.” Listen to the best reactions and takes to it all from the WIP Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows.
The Phillies have made many changes to their roster this week. Dave Dombrowski told the media that the outfield “is pretty much set.” Listen to the best reactions and takes to it all from the WIP Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows.
The Phillies have made many changes to their roster this week. Dave Dombrowski told the media that the outfield “is pretty much set.” Listen to the best reactions and takes to it all from the WIP Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows.
In this Friday sports edition of ‘Will Cain Country,' Will is joined by 11-time All-Star, 2-time World Series champion, American League MVP, and 7-Time Cy Young Award Winner, “The Rocket” himself, Roger Clemens. Roger discusses his “Jerry Springer-Esque” encounter with Congress over allegations of steroid use, being denied from the Hall of Fame, what the most meaningful moment of his career was, and much more. Just wait until you hear where he was on 9/11 and why it still stays with him today. Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country!Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews)Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Seth and Sean discuss the Seahawks beating the Rams last night, which team they'd rather the Texans face if they make it to the Super Bowl, dive into the top storylines headed into Texans-Raiders, go through the day's Headlines, dive into the weird stuff that's happened in games between the Texans and Raiders, each pick 3 Texans for the Circle of SWARM, discuss Nick Saban saying letting James Madison into the CFP is like letting a AAA team into the World Series, lay out the NFL week 16 games Texans fans need to pay attention to most, lay out 5 reasons to hate the raiders, dive into a projection for the rest of the Texans season that we loved until it took a dark turn, see if any of the worst takes of the week can defeat Shannon Sharpe's take on Shedeur, dive into something incredible Nick Caserio had to say on the Green Light podcast, stack the card for this weekend's football action, and see what the question of the day is.
Seth and Sean dive into the weird stuff that's happened in games between the Texans and Raiders, each pick 3 Texans for the Circle of SWARM, and discuss Nick Saban saying letting James Madison into the CFP is like letting a AAA team into the World Series.
At the end of every year, we take a few weeks to reset and reflect on everything that happened in culture over the past twelve months. We share our reflections with you in the form of our Top 20 Annual Countdown. This week, you'll receive 20-11; next week, you'll get the top ten. Listen as Evan, CJ, and Irene discuss their top picks! Moving 10 up and moving 10 down - 0:41 Ranking 20-11 - 27:55 Here is the Top 20-11: 20. Hailey and Justin Bieber drama 19. The LA Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani winning the World Series 18. The rise of smartphone bans in schools 17. Forrest Frank breaking his back16. The fall of Sydney Sweeney15. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle14. Labubu Dolls13. Adolescence12. The Coldplay concert cheating scandal 11. Season three of The Summer I Turned Pretty Double your impact with End of Year Giving! Every dollar you give will be mathched dollar for dollar until the end of 2025! Get your question on Ask Axis! Send in your questions to ask@axis.org. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.
Send us a textChris Scopo grew up in Queens as the son of a Mets fan. He really had no choice. He started rooting for the Mets a couple years after they won the World Series in 1986 and is still waiting to celebrate. They are ruining his life. But he's making the most of it. He's been doing stand-up in New York City since 2010 and works with Robert Kelly and Andrew Shultz, among others. He just started a new show, Working Out with Comics, where he invites comedians to work out in the gym in the basement of his building in Queens. It's not glamorous, but it is funny.Follow Chris Scopo: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisscopo/Twitter: https://x.com/ChrisScopoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrisscopo2155Support the show
This week, Johnny and the Thang Gang chat with Stoke (panto) legend Jonny Wilkes, hear about your Christmas logistics, and crown a winner in The Pet Town Quiz World Series 2025.Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk
EPISODE SUMMARY: Lesley Visser is the most highly acclaimed female sportscaster of all time. She shares her journey to becoming the first woman to achieve numerous recognitions, the people who helped get her there, and many great stories from along the way.Visser was honored as a Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony.On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Lesley Visser about:Growing up with a love of sports and getting a Carnegie Foundation scholarship to go into the male-dominated field of sports writingThe terrifying but exciting honor of being the first woman to cover the NFL Beat at The Boston GlobeTransitioning from writing to broadcasting on TV at CBS SportsGetting to present the Lombardi TrophyTraveling the world to report on major news such as the fall of the Berlin WallWorking with other legendary sports figures like Greg Gumbel and Terry Bradshaw, and riding on John Madden's busThe greatest events she's covered from Super Bowls to Final Fours to The Olympics and moreWhat it means to be a trailblazing woman, how sports reporting is evolving, and the progress that must still be madeThe role of technology in sports journalism, and her advice to future journalistsAnd More!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Lesley Visser is the most highly acclaimed female sportscaster of all time. Across numerous accolades, she has been the “First” – the First woman enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame; the First woman to win the Lifetime Achievement Sports Emmy and the First woman to win the Broadcasters Foundation of America Lifetime Achievement Award; the First woman on the Network broadcasts of the Final Four, the NBA Finals, the Super Bowl and the World Series. She is the First and only woman to have presented the Championship Lombardi Trophy at the Super Bowl. She was the First woman to cover the NFL as a beat, the First woman on Monday Night Football and the First female NFL analyst in both Radio and TV. She was the First female sportscaster to carry the Olympic Torch and the only winner of the Billie Jean King “Outstanding Journalist Award.”Visser is the only sportscaster – male or female – to have worked on the network broadcasts of the Final Four, the Super Bowl, the NBA Finals, the Olympics, the World Series, the Triple Crown, the World Figure Skating Championship and the US Open Tennis.Visser was voted the No. 1 Female Sportscaster of All-Time by the National Sportscasters of America. Her career began at the Boston Globe in 1974 after she won a Carnegie Foundation grant, given to only 20 women in the country who wanted to go into jobs that were 95% male. The Boston Globe made her the First woman to cover the NFL as a beat, at a time when the credentials said, "No Women or Children in the Press Box." She was elected to the National Sports Media Hall of Fame for her writing at the Boston Globe, magazines and CBS.com, and she was voted to the Sportscasters Hall of Fame for her work at CBS, ABC, ESPN and HBO. Visser has been named a Muhammad Ali “Daughter of Greatness” and won the Newseum Award for Lifetime Achievement – First given to Walter Cronkite. She reported from the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, focusing on how sports would change in East Germany after reunification, and had the privilege, in 2013, of throwing out the First pitch for her beloved Red Sox. In October 2024, she was honored with the Vin Scully Award for Excellence in Sports Broadcasting by Fordham University's public media service, WFUV.A graduate of Boston College, which awarded her an Honorary Doctorate in 2007, she served on the Board of the V Foundation for Cancer Research for more than 20 years, while also serving on the Board of NYU's “Sports and Society.” Visser has mentored young women for decades, while speaking at colleges and businesses around the world – from Doha, Qatar, to Charleston, South Carolina, where she delivered an address at the Renaissance Weekend, founded by President Clinton. Her book, Sometimes You Have to Cross When It Says Don't Walk, is a memoir of breaking barriers. It has been optioned for both a movie and a TV series.The Hall of Fame sportscaster has spent more than 30 years at CBS and more than 45 in the business. She is a contributor to the only all-female network sports show, We Need To Talk, on CBS, and had a podcast, In Conversation with Lesley Visser, on SiriusXM. Visser has been voted one of the “Women we Love” by Esquire magazine and one of the “Five Ideal Dinner Guests” by GQ.She and her husband, Bob Kanuth, a former captain of Harvard basketball, live in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America's Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown's Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now & Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: instagram.com/benztownradio Enjoyed this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody? Let us know by leaving a review!
Today in 1892, the birthday of Fred Thomas, who had the unusual distinction of being an active duty member of the military while playing in baseball's World Series. And his two jobs helped lead to a pretty big custom in modern American sports. Plus: this Sunday in Anchorage, Alaska, it's the Winter Solstice Festival. Fred Thomas (Society for American Baseball Research)Winter Solstice Festival We have a job for you: back this show on Patreon
Brodes hosted on WIP during Thursday overnight filling in for Jon Johnson talking about the Phillies window being closed.
Immigration isn't just about headlines—it's about Nobel laureates, World Series MVPs, and medical breakthroughs that save lives. In this year's end special, Lauren Clarke welcomes back Forbes senior contributor Stuart Anderson to preview his annual "Most Inspiring Immigration Stories" article. From Omar Yagi's journey from refugee to Nobel Prize winner in chemistry, to Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto's heroic World Series performance, to a groundbreaking cancer treatment discovered by a PhD student who annoyed her lab mates—these stories reveal the extraordinary contributions immigrants make when America opens its doors. Plus, the remarkable legacy of Charles Watts, who sponsored over 300 Vietnamese refugees. What do these diverse stories tell us about innovation, opportunity, and America itself? SHOW RESOURCE LINKS:The Most Inspiring Immigration Stories Of 2025: https://www.forbes.com/sites/stuartanderson/https://nfap.com/about-us/biographies/GUEST: Stuart Anderson/Executive Director, National Foundation for American Policy, Senior Contributor to ForbesHOST: Lauren ClarkePRODUCER: Adam Belmar
Send us a textBig Rich sits down with ORMHOF inductee Dan VandenHeuvel—aka the Flying Dutchman—for a life-in-off-road masterclass spanning 40+ years of racing, building, promoting, and giving back.Listen in for the these highlights:· First Crandon experience and the DIY beginnings· The legendary first race· Evolution of safety and tech· The rise and reshuffling of Midwest short course: SODA, CORR, World Series, TORC, and Lucas Oil · Promoting events in Oshkosh and Antigo, and the hard realities of venues, neighbors, and budgets · The power of volunteers and community glue at tracks like Crandon · and MORE!!If you enjoy stories of grit, ingenuity, and heart, this one's a keeper. Support the show
The Cardinals make a big pitching bet, signing Dustin May and betting on a reshaped arsenal after one of the strangest injury arcs in recent MLB history. We break down what's changed in his stuff, velocity, and pitch mix — and what it means for 2026. Plus, trade chatter is heating up around Brendan Donovan, JoJo Romero, and Willson Contreras as the offseason market takes shape, while Arenado's situation remains a waiting game. And around the league: Polanco, Kelly, García, Kim, and more find new homes as the World Series conversation rolls on.Have a question or comment for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at: (848) 48-BIRDS (848-482-4737)Talking About Birds is listener supported on Patreon. Support the show and join our private discord server at: www.patreon.com/talkingaboutbirds.
It's the holiday season at The Fourteen Twenty Sports Bar Podcast, and host Brent Radlinsky is serving up a special: the ultimate Christmas sports wish list. Reflecting on nostalgia, heartbreaking defeats, and what every fan wants under their tree—a real plan for success—Brent shares heartfelt memories of Yankees near-misses and dives into what makes fandom so rewarding and exhausting. Plus, there's talk of baseball's iconic World Series moments, the desire for more emotion in sports, and just a sprinkle of shenanigans. Whether your team needs a championship or just some brutal honesty from the front office, this episode is for fans who wish for more than just another jersey or empty press conference. Presented by SeatGeek and Belly Up Sports. Grab a beer, settle in, and discover what Brent hopes Santa brings to every sports fan's stocking this year! Learn more about
The New York Mets scoop up another former New York Yankees relief pitcher. This time it's Luke Weaver. Along with that, Evan runs through the "Rico 10" which is a list of 10 Mets headlines from the week. The Rewatch Episode is returning. This year we will have two rewatches. The first will take us all the way back to 1986, Game 6 of the World Series. To rewatch follow the link • 1986 World Series, Game 6: Red Sox @ Mets Please like, rate, follow, favorite or subscribe to Rico Brogna here: https://link.chtbl.com/RicoBrogna Email TheRicoB@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Katie Woo joins the charity livestream to discuss her new role covering the Dodgers for the Athletic, her experience at the World Series, her time in St. Louis, and what the future could hold for the Cardinals going forward.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse code CARDS on Underdog Fantasy to get up to $1000 in bonus credit! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-dealin-the-cardsUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards
We discuss Puka Nacua's controversial livestream that saw him criticize NFL officials and peform an anti-semetic gesture (which he later apologized for). Where do the Lakers and Clippers' front offices rank among the other teams in the NBA? What are 3 major hinderances to the Dodgers winning a 3rd straight World Series title?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Returning to the podcast is Payal Doshi of Passion Projects Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-deal-with-courtney-harden--3678816/support.
Off Season Dodger Talk with David Vassegh who talk to 1988 World Series champion Dodgers Mike Scioscia and Mickey Hatcher, Dave also talks with Kike Hernandez.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Longtime Sportsradio94 WIP Morning Show host Rhea Hughes joins the podcast! Hear Rhea recount her favorite stories including Wing Bowl, covering Jim Fergosi, being at Fenway for the Pedro Martinez-Don Zimmer thrown down and seeing the Phillies win the World Series in 2008. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dave Dombrowski came out to the media and said the Phillies team as currently constructed is done going into the 2026 season. This has the WIP Afternoon Show wondering about their true goals for the 2026 season?
Episode 48 takes listeners inside one of the most dominant franchises in modern sports: the Los Angeles Dodgers. Fresh off back-to-back World Series championships, the Dodgers are rewriting the blueprint for what a modern sports dynasty looks like. Great dynasties do not happen by accident. They are built with intention, culture and a relentless commitment to winning, much like great brands. In sports, that formula shows up on the field, in the front office and across a global fan base. Hosts Steve Rosa and Joe Kayata talk with Brandon Gomes, General Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, to explore how one of the most recognizable brands in sports sustains greatness in an era of constant change. From player development and global recruiting to culture, leadership and long-term vision, Brandon reveals how championship organizations build systems that outlast trends and competitors. Brandon's journey to the GM seat wasn't linear. A former MLB pitcher with roots in Fall River, Massachusetts, he climbed from the clubhouse to the front office, gaining a rare perspective on what makes elite teams work. That experience now shapes how the Dodgers balance tradition with innovation, data with instinct and star power with team chemistry. A major driver of that evolution is the Dodgers' emergence as a truly global brand. With superstars like Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the team has expanded far beyond Los Angeles, connecting with fans across Asia and around the world. Gomes reflects on traveling with the club to South Korea and Tokyo, calling it a powerful reminder of baseball's universal reach. “Seeing the impact that baseball can have all over the world and the passion that it brings,” he says, underscores how the Dodgers are leading the future of the game on a global stage. This episode is a masterclass for marketers, leaders and sports fans alike. It's a reminder that dynasties aren't built on hype, they're built on clarity, culture and consistency. Get those right, and winning stops being a goal and becomes the brand. Have an idea for a guest? Reach out at brandslam@addventures.com.
In this week's episode, I'm recapping my recent trip to Las Vegas for the World Series of Team Roping Finale. The week didn't end with a win—or a big paycheck—but it also wasn't a loss. It was an opportunity to learn.Tune in as I share some reflections on my preparation, how I showed up in the arena, and why I can still be proud of the way I competed. I also tip my hat to the NFR competitors and the level of performance, resilience, and professionalism they displayed through the ups, downs, and moments of adversity on the biggest stage. At the end of the day, there are no true failures—only lessons that help us grow.
Kenny Albert joins Jay Horwitz for a special edition of Amazin' Conversations — and if you've ever wondered how one broadcaster can call the NFL, NHL, MLB, and more, Kenny lays it all out. They talk about Kenny's craziest travel stretch (London to Vegas to Buffalo to Vegas), how he prepares when he's bouncing between sports, the checklist he uses for every game, and why flights might be his most productive office. Kenny also shares stories from his early Mets years working with Howie Rose, memories from the 1986 World Series run, calling the Rangers' 1994 Stanley Cup, his path to Olympic hockey, and what it means to step into the TV role after the legendary Sam Rosen. Subscribe for more Amazin' Conversations featuring Mets voices, legends, and unforgettable stories. Chapters 00:00 Kenny Albert does everything — when do you sleep?00:51 The craziest week: London to Vegas to Buffalo to Vegas01:55 How Kenny prepares when there's no time02:36 The checklist: watching games, reading, notes, pressers04:21 Why flights are his best work time05:10 Jay's Marv Albert stories and growing up around broadcasting06:51 Kenny's Mets booth years with Howie Rose (1987–1990)08:58 Being there for the 1986 clincher10:20 All I ever wanted to do and parents meeting at Shea11:15 Family life with the travel grind12:10 Taking over Rangers TV after Sam Rosen13:35 Mets Cardinals 20-inning game story15:49 1994 Stanley Cup Finals and meeting his wife18:54 Olympics hockey and what it means19:47 Bucket list moments still to come20:35 Jay's closing message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carl and Mike are joined by Alex Anthopoulos as they discuss the Braves recent signings and their efforts to be a team which is once again competing for the division and World Series title.
In this energetic episode, join me as I chat with Tomm Polos — the electric in-stadium hype man for the back-to-back World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, USC assistant professor, and Rodric David Chair of Creator Arts. Tomm shares his inspiring journey from the classroom to the jumbotron, and how anyone can truly be themselves for a living while building resilience through creativity. Connect with Tomm Polos: Personal website: polos.org Book a personalized video greeting (perfect for Christmas surprises or any occasion!): cameo.com/polos If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, like, and follow With Priscilla on your favorite platform — it helps share more real stories like Tomm's!
Dallas Braden, former MLB pitcher and now co-host of the Baseball is Dead podcast, joins JD to break down what Dylan Cease brings, the challenges of adding a new pitch, how the Trajekt machine increases the importance of adding a new pitch, Cody Ponce's biggest challenge transitioning from overseas to the MLB, the potential clubhouse affect(s) caused by José Berríos not being with the team in the World Series, and Chris Bassitt as a teammate. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Two years after graduating from Waynesboro High School, Reggie Harris was taken by the Oakland A's in the 1989 Rule 5 draft, and he made the team – the defending World Series champs – out of spring training in 1990. “I'm just watching the previous World Series that year, in '89, the earthquake series with San Francisco, and two weeks later, I'm on that team,” said Harris, who joined me to talk about his baseball career on the “Street Knowledge” podcast this week.
On August 13, 1995, Mickey Mantle — the legendary New York Yankees center fielder who defined power, speed, and switch-hitting excellence in baseball — died at the age of 63 after a battle with liver cancer. Celebrated for his rare combination of strength and athleticism, Mantle revolutionized the game with towering home runs, blazing speed, and a fearless style of play that thrived on the sport's biggest stages. A three-time MVP and seven-time World Series champion, his impact on baseball during the 1950s and 1960s made him an enduring icon of America's pastime, inspiring generations of players and fans alike. Hosts: Jason Beckerman, Derek Kaufman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SPECIAL EPISODE – An exclusive interview upon his decision to publicly share his story, this conversation contains tears as well as (caution) mention of suicide. He just finished season number 27 as a Major League Baseball umpire, including having been the crew chief for the Dodgers-Blue Jays World Series, for which he was the home plate umpire for Game 3. As a youth he had played baseball and was on his high school's team, including winning back-to-back state championships. He umpired in the minor leagues for seven years before being hired full-time in MLB. He has umpired three World Series, five Wild Card series, ten Division Series, five League Championship Series, three World Baseball Classics, and two All-Star Games, including having been the home plate umpire and crew chief of the 2018 All-Star Game. Listen for his amazing testimony about a trip to Lourdes!
Evan Roberts takes a closer look at David Stearns trade history. Will this offseason have an unexpected trade go down? Also, a look back at Pete Alonso declining an extension in 2023 and the loss of Tyler Rogers. The Rewatch Episode is returning. This year we will have two rewatches. The first will take us all the way back to 1986, Game 6 of the World Series. To rewatch follow the link https://youtu.be/B0jV_kNs2p0 Please like, rate, follow, favorite or subscribe to Rico Brogna here: https://link.chtbl.com/RicoBrogna Email TheRicoB@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join host Brad Burrow as he sits down with 1985 World Series champion Buddy Biancalana to explore the power of "Zone Motion"—a neuroscience-based approach to peak performance. Discover how Buddy's experience with the Kansas City Royals led him to develop mental training strategies now used by athletes, executives, and sales teams. From MLB stories to practical techniques for building confidence, managing emotions, and preventing injury, this episode reveals how brain science can elevate your game—on the field, in the office, and in life. Perfect for baseball fans, coaches, sales leaders, and anyone seeking a winning edge. To find out more about Zone Motion, visit: https://www.itsthezone.com/mental-strategies-for-baseball-softball-coaches To find out more about Real Media, visit: https://www.realmediakc.com/
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour of the week with a look back on Craig Berube's comments following his team's 6-3 loss to the Oilers on Saturday. They discuss the need for more from the leadership core right now and what that could look like for the group. They also compare and contrast Auston Matthews from three years ago to now and examine what has changed so drastically. Later, the guys break down Mark Shapiro's five-year extension with the Blue Jays, the significance of Tyler Rogers signing in Toronto, and what his role in the bullpen might look like. After the break, Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (25:55) explores Atkins' new deal and if the World Series run provided enough proof of concept to justify it. The conversation also touches on why the pitching market is moving faster than the position-player market, the possibility of turning to the trade market to address bullpen depth, and the latest on Kyle Tucker.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Boomer & Gio and BT & Sal are all wondering the same thing: where have the Yankees been at the Winter Meetings? Plus, Sal suggests Nice Hoerner as a good fit for the Bronx Bombers; a caller asks who will win the World Series first: the Yankees or Mets? And Evan Roberts dives into what the Yankees' selecting a player in the Rule 5 Draft means for the offseason outlook.
Boomer & Gio and BT & Sal are all wondering the same thing: why have the Yankees been so quiet this offseason? Plus, Sal suggests Nice Hoerner as a good fit for the Bronx Bombers; a caller asks who will win the World Series first: the Yankees or Mets? And Evan Roberts dives into what the Yankees' selecting a player in the Rule 5 Draft means for the offseason outlook.
A few months ago, when a sportswriter published an article in The New York Times about an unusual and “revolutionary” practice method that NBA star Victor Wembanyama and other elite athletes and teams (like the World Series-winning LA Dodgers) were utilizing, I started getting emails from musicians, asking if this method, known as the “constraints-led approach,” might apply to practicing music too.So what is the constraints-led approach? And is it relevant to musicians?Spoiler alert - yes, it totally is.
Boomer & Gio and BT & Sal are all wondering the same thing: where have the Yankees been at the Winter Meetings? Plus, Sal suggests Nice Hoerner as a good fit for the Bronx Bombers; a caller asks who will win the World Series first: the Yankees or Mets? And Evan Roberts dives into what the Yankees' selecting a player in the Rule 5 Draft means for the offseason outlook.
Bradfo is hanging out with Mego and Lyons keeping the Red Sox conversation going. With a recent example in the Blue Jays, Rob explains the power that comes with making and/or winning a World Series that organizations are missing out on. Then, in the New England Nightly News, a bad norovirus outbreak in Medford sparks bad memories for Mego and ideas come pitching in after regulation has been approved for a cannabis café. And, final thoughts about the Red Sox and how ownership could see this strategy as crazy as it seems leading to championship contention.
How do we stay awake and aware without constantly being outraged? Or, perhaps even worse, normalizing what should be utterly unacceptable?Staying human is hard in this environment. So many leaders are trying to hold onto their boundaries and values against pressure to act contrary to them, to stay compassionate and curious when so many forces benefit from and encourage our outrage.Anger, rage, and outrage are powerful and can be useful emotions. But when we live from a perpetual state of outrage, we lose access to the self-leadership and adaptive skills that help us lead well, and eventually it takes us out.Today's guest is here to help us understand what outrage really is, why it's so potent right now, how it becomes weaponized, and how we can use it without losing ourselves.Kurt Gray is a social psychologist who studies our moral minds and how best to bridge political divides. Gray received his PhD from Harvard University, and now directs the Deepest Beliefs Lab at The Ohio State University. He also leads the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding, which explores new ways to reduce polarization, and is a Field Builder in the New Pluralists, which seeks to build a more pluralistic America.Gray's work on morality, politics, religion, creativity, and AI has been widely discussed in the media, including the New York Times, the Economist, Scientific American, Wired, and Hidden Brain. He is the co-author of the book The Mind Club: Who Thinks, What Feels and Why it Matters, and the author of Outraged: Why We Fight about Morality and Politics. Listen to the full episode to hear:How Kurt's childhood experiences with his stepmother's conservative, evangelical family have informed his thinking about how we can connect despite differencesHow our human wiring for threat detection causes “harm creep,” even while many of us are safer than everHow our outrage is connected to our perceptions of our risk and vulnerabilityHow our moral imagination helps us maintain our empathy and humanity without losing sight of our values and boundariesWhy we need to learn to recognize destruction narratives and how they're being used to sow divisionWhy leading with facts and statistics fails in moral and political arguments and how we can more effectively begin to bridge the gapsWhy we need to leave room for uncertainty and humility in our convictionsLearn more about Kurt Gray, PhD:WebsiteConnect on LinkedInMoral Understanding NewsletterOutraged: Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common GroundThe Mind Club: Who Thinks, What Feels, and Why it MattersLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaThe Unburdened Leader on SubstackSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience, Brené BrownRage Becomes Her: The Power of Women's Anger, Soraya ChemalyEP 96: Rage to Action: The Leading Power of Women's Anger with Soraya ChemalyBrené Brown on the State of Leadership in America Today | On with Kara SwisherEP 52: Charlie Gilkey: Leading With What Matters MostDaryl DavisSaja Boys - "Your Idol"Stranger Things Bad ThoughtsOrdinary People Change the World Series, Brad Meltzer and Christopher Eliopoulos
Boomer declares "The Great Met Reset" after Pete Alonso's departure, but Gio defends Steve Cohen's World Series plan, arguing the moves set the stage for a big future signing like Skubal, and he's "had it with basic sports radio takes" on the situation. We'll hear raw fan emotion, plus why Ron Darling was 'flabbergasted,' and get Joe Benigno's furious reaction blaming Cohen for selling fans "a bill of goods." Jerry has updates on the shocking firing and arrest of Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore in a stunning fall from grace, the mysterious Philip Rivers comeback (is he playing this week, or what?), and the outrageous ESPN L.A. vs. Sal Licata Moment of the Day. Finally, we wrap up with Boomer's list of 'hapless' sports franchises and reaction to the new WFAN lineup.
Pete Alonso is out, and Boomer is declaring "the great Met reset!" Gio still has faith in Steve Cohen's World Series promise, arguing the team is tearing down to truly build a winner.
The Mets offseason is in chaos after the Pete Alonso departure! Boomer is calling it "The Great Met Reset," but Gio is preaching patience, arguing Steve Cohen is tearing it down to build a World Series champion, potentially preparing for a run at Skubal next year! Plus, Jerry delivers his update with Ron Darling "flabbergasted." We'll also dive into the reaction from BT & Sal, hear from Philip Rivers on coming out of retirement, and the shocking Michigan scandal involving fired coach Sherrone Moore's inappropriate relationship and subsequent arrest. Finally, we open the phone lines to hear from Mets fans.
Rob and Kelvin discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers’ ability to add another star player to a back-to-back World Series champion roster, debate whether Kevin Stefanski deserves criticism for his handling of Shedeur Sanders, and how the discourse around Lamar Jackson would be so different if his game-winning touchdown against Pittsburgh hadn’t gotten overturned. Plus, the Odd Couple Callers bring the heat in this week’s edition of Trash Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mason and Ireland are joined by Mychal Thompson and Pepe Mantilla for Game of Games! The guys are joined by Special Guest, Bob Costas, to talk about the special on the MLB network about game seven of the latest World Series! Fast Track! The crew is joined by the Head Coach of the Los Angeles Rams, Sean McVay! Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sawyer Behen and Dustin Staggs join this week's podcast to break down how the Gators came up short in the 2025 World Series. Levi, Ty, and Tom close out the episode with some college football talk and a look ahead to next week's Christmas special. Enjoy!