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In this episode, Joe interviews David Severson, creator of UmpIQ.com a great interactive tool for umpires. Also, recap of a clinic Joe held for a local league in Madisonville, Ky. And Joe got shown up and did nothing about it. Yikes!

Joe is an IHSA and an IHSAA baseball Umpire. In this Podcast, we talk about game situations, rules, and baseball umpiring in general. Joe is working High School Baseball and is his fourth season. He as been selected for postseason for the last two seasons. Will he get selected this season? We will find out in the next episode.

Opening music credit: Magpie Music

Joe is an IHSA and IHSAA baseball umpire, who does some softball for Jr. High and summer league. Joe has been umpiring for 8 years and is in his 5th highschool baseball season currently. He discusses all things umpiring including game situations he encounters on the field. In this episode Joe discusses situations to learn from, do's and dont's, and is first 2 ejections ever. Although not an official sponsor of the show, you can get a discount from www.umpireclassroom.com with promo code JOE1414. Please feel free to reach out on Facebook, or email at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com. Please like and subscribe. Intro music credit to magpiemusic.

In this episode, Mike Materasso from UMP Guard Retrofit LLC joins the show. This amazing young man shares how his company came to be and how he began to fit MLB umpires with his gear. We learn what the Lord is doing through Mike and UMP Guard Retrofit. You can reach Mike at umpguardretrofitllc@gmail.com. Mention the show to receive a 10% discount on your next purchase. Intro music credit to MagPie Music.

In this episode Joe talks about the Upcoming rule changes to the 2026 High School Baseball and Softball season, and gives a preview for future episodes. Intro song credit to Magpie music

In this episode Joe connects with Andy Traub from "The Best Umpire Show." Andy is a fellow umpire and podcaster with a desire to grow as an umpire and takes you along on his journey. Check him out on where ever you listen to your podcasts and on YouTube. Intro music credit to MagpiMusic.

In this episode Joe recaps the high school baseball season inclucing some facts and figures. He recounts the post season assignment he received and talks about the officials rating system in the IHSA. Please like, subscribe or reach out reachouto us at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com. Intro credit goes to MagPie music.

In this episode, Joe discusses a Runners Lane Interference play that he called on the field along with the applicable rule. He gives some shout outs to some fellow umpire podcasters and Joe recorded a post game conversation with fellow umpire Todd. Please email us at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com with comments and suggestions for the show. Also check out the following umpire podcasts:

The Hammer: An Umpire Podcast, https://open.spotify.com/show/5C6McTM1nGNgFoDwNt3OxC?si=399be1391c3b4052

The Best Umpire Show with Andy Traub

https://open.spotify.com/show/2n3Y5ArdG5PKJNDsTWHfTt?si=f83e8553f0764579

Life Behind the Dish

https://open.spotify.com/show/7wAPrvtl80QCw27zsRv2LN?si=7ff8d9742b5c4e1a

Show intro credit Magpiemusic

In this episode, Joe talks about 3 situations that he encountered on the field that were educational, An exciting opportunity that never was, and a new segment entitled "Did You Know" about obscure rules. Check out UmpireClassroom.com for great educational material. Use promo code JOE1414 for 20% off. https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM

Intro Music credit:MagpiMusic

In this episode Joe talks about what he did to prepare for the season, results of IHSA promotion and some game content. Go to umpireclassrrom.com and use promo code JOE1414 for 20% off or follow the link https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM Intro music credit to MagpiMusic

In this episode, Joe talks about the issues of podcasting from last season, what he is doing to prepare for the season, and some goals and items of focus for the 2025 season. Like and subscribe. Intro music credit MagpieMusic.

In this episode Joe talks about the Jr. High baseball and softball games that he officiated this two week period. We also visit a video that has been circulating in umpire circles online. Check out Umpire Classroom on YouTube and go to www.umpireclassroom.com and check out the umpire 101 course. Its very comprehensive and good for any level umpire. Click the link below for $5 off the course. https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM

In this episode Joe talks about the start to the Jr. High season. Rule exceptions in the SIJHSAA ( Southern Illinois Junior High Athletic Association) and some good learning experiences.

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In this episode, Joe talks about a Balk video posted on our Facebook page, the end of summer ball season, and some situation first that Joe experienced this season. Please give a like and follow us. If you’d like to reach out to Joe, email him at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com

In this episode, Joe talks about his first postseason experience, five things the average person may not know about umpiring, and some experiences Joe had on the field at the end of his high school season and the beginning of summer recreation ball. Follow us Facebook to interact and you can also email at as I see it podcast 1995@gmail.com.

In this episode, Joe answers a listener email, responds to listener interaction with the show, and talks about what makes officiating easier for him. If you want to reach out to Joe please email him at asiseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com. Also, for $5 off at umpire classroom follow the link when you sign up for Umpire101. https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM

In this episode, Joe talks a little bit about some mistakes he made in his rotations during his games, working his first game in Indiana, and an umpire course he took online. Click here to have access to $5 off Umpire 101 from Umpire Classroom https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM

In this episode Joe talks with Patrick Faerber from GHSA baseball and Umpire Classroom. The discussion centers around developing umpires and a good resource to develop your skills as an umpire. Click the link to receive $5 off the Umpire 101 course on Umpireclassroom.com. Here is the link for $5 off https://www.umpireclassroom.com/a/2147833956/xHsJaCPM

In this episode, Joe talks about the three games that he has had in the past week. New beginnings with umpiring in a new state. Finally, Joe goes over some rules on the IHSA annual test.

In this episode, Joe talks about his experiences at the Bruce Doane 2-Man Umpire Camp, and an interview with follow podcaster and Umpire Kevin Weber.

On this episode, Joe talks about his last few summer rec league games, interviews with summer league officials, and the start of Jr. High baseball and softball season in Illinois.

In this episode, Joe talks about new umpires in his towns local summer league, a few games, he umpired, runners, Lane, interference, and a discussion about dropped third strike.

In this episode, Joe talks about games he does not for the money, working three man crew, an often misunderstood rule, and listener email. Like and subscribe. For questions email asIseeitpodcast1995@gmail.com.

In this episode, Joe talks about his game this week, some partners that he has had, and some goals that he has set for himself.

S1E2 In this episode Joe talks about two past calls he blew and what he learned from them. We also talk some more about batters interference. #umpireclassroom #baseballumpire

Introduction to As I See It: An Umpire Podcast hosted by Joe Sweeny, an IHSA baseball and softball official. Joe talks about how he got started on his umpire journey and the things that happen along the way.