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The journey of one of the hardest workers you have ever known- JR Kyes (U of Illinois Baseball)In this episode we will hear from Dusty Bensko, Bull Riggle, Joey Albsmeyer, PJ Finigan, and Tim Elliot. Enjoy

In part 2 you will hear all about Mikes HS baseball/basketball career, how he ended up at duke, as well as clips from former coaches Matthew Boggs, Dave Turgeon, Jim Mello, his father Mike Sr, and former teammate Alex Hassan. Yu Ready?!

Part 1

The incredible journey of Alabama Closer Hagan Banks.

In pt. 2 we get into Kade getting drafted, hitting, and our baseball QnA.

The incredinle story of cubs 5th round pick in 25 Kade Snell. From being cut at Auburn, to juco player of the year, to 5th round pick at Alabama. Can't make this up. Roll Tide.

In part 2 we hear from Adrian Morales (Miami Dade HC, Nova Southeastern HC, former pro) and Jason Burke (former Lander University Hc and current Nationals scout) as we navigate through Ian's time playing at Miami Dade, Lander, and Indy ball, followed by our Baseball QnA.

A deep dive into the journey of Ian Jenkins.

Featuring Josiah Sightler, Jacob Olson, Noah Campbell, Chuck Jenkins, Jason Burke, and Adrian Morales.

In part 3 we hear Jared talk about building Overtime Training Academy, Washko S/S, and some talk about Rosie Bartletti, Louie Bartletti, Ben Hartl, Sam Antonacci, Andy Antonacci, and Mitch Dye.

In part 4 we explore Ben's first full season in pro baseball. Covering his time in Low A, High A, and the surprise invite to the AFL. One of the most impressive young man I have ever met.

Part 2 in the Will Plattner Journey. In this episode we hear about Will being named the 2026 captain of the Alabama Crimson Tide from Coach Rob Vaughn as well as Will's thought's heading into his Jr year.

A deep dive into the 2025 OVC Freshman of the Year Charlie Isom-McCall.

The ending to the Zinger saga. In this episode we hear from Dodgers assistant pitching coach Connor McGuinness, former big leaguer Parker Markel, a special surpise visit from Cardinals starting pitcher Matt Liberatore, and finally Brittany Huizinga takes us home. What a journey!

The saga continues. In this episode we hear from Matt Liberatore, Edwin Jackson, Beau Brieske and Shelby Miller.

Eric Easley, Blake Helm, and Adam Feld sit down to talk about the birth of travel ball in the Springfield area for a little before we transition into the Adam Feld story. Enjoy

We bring back our most listened to guest for part 2 of his story.....

Draft day

Summer and Fall in Tennessee

Coaching changes

Growing as a player and person

In part 4 we finish up the player QnA for Zinger, talk about his experience going to the Cy Young awards with Tarik Skubal, we hear clips from Tarik Skubal himself, and then we get into the early days of Jon's coaching career.

In part 2 Colt takes us through his record setting HS football career as well as his decision to play college baseball at LLCC.

In part 3 we explore what may or may not be the end of Zinger's career as a player.

In pt 2 we go through Chad's journey through indy ball, the mexican league, changing his swing with teacherman, and a baseball QnA at the end.

In part 1 Chad takes us through his earliest memories of baseball, HS, going to Miami of Ohio, getting drafted, and his time in the Tigers organization. Stay tuned for pt. 2.

A special 30 minute interview with Sam Madonia on how the podcast/baseball/and firefighting all came together.

In part 2 we explore Zinger's incredible run through professional baseball.

Featuring

Brandon Rogers

James Hoyt

Joey Gathright

Brittany Huizinga

In the 1st episode of the epic Jon Huizinga story we get into the early days of baseball, The Grand Rapid's A's, Michigan State and first getting into pro ball. We hear from Coach Mike Paul, Pat Gill, and Greg Gunderson. This will be the 1st in what I anticpiate will be a 6 part series. Buckle up......

In this episode we hear from Sam Madonia, Ken Leonard, Josh Allotay, Matt Brewer, Jack Holland, Kenni Burns, Steve Torricelli, Travis Scott, and Lindsey Selinger. .

A recap of life and the show.

The Carson Garner Story "Effortless Juice"

In part 3 we explore how being the head coach at Lindenwood University in the OVC has gone in his first 3 years. This guy has truly lived a baseball Odyssey in every sense of the word. One of my favorite people in baseball......PJ Finigan.

The Dan Skirka Story pt. 1 "It's about the journey"

Featuring Dustin Mercer, Jonathan Hogart, and Carson Garner

The Mitch Trees Story pt.2 "Northend Tough" (Cincinnati Reds)

The Mitch Trees Story pt.1 "That arm was special..." .

In this episode we go on a baseball journey with current Alabama catcher Will Plattner. This dude has already lived a full baseball life and it'st just starting. From learning to market himself in HS, being named All-State at Chatham Glenwood (also 2nd place in starte finish), to ending up at Ole Miss where he quickly realized he was not ready for SEC baseball and there was work to be done. Eventually Will hit the portal and ended up in the place he was supposed to be...catching for the Alabama Crimson Tide. We go through everything from LL, travel ball, recruting, summer prospect leagues, his work ethic, high level catching and hitting chats, and finally a QnA about his Alabama teammates. There are side interviews from Casey Erickson, Kade Snell, and Parker Detmers. Will has agreed to keep coming back as his career progresses. This guy is electric, has a 1st class work ethic, and will one day no doubt be playing for money. Enjoy Platt Daddy!!

An incredible conversation with a young man going through an experience very few can relate to. In a week Cam will see what happens in the draft, many are predicting him to be a first round talent. Cam has also commited to arguably the number 1 baseball school in nation right now the Tennessee Vols under Tony Vitello. We hear from Derek Parris (Director of Radio 1450), Brett Huber (Cam's pitching coach, former pro, and all time saves leader at Ole Miss), Colt Knoedler (Cam's catcher and D1 QB Recruit), Casey "Crook" Erickson (Cam's HS coach, former guest, former pro, my boy), and Tony Vitello (The University of Tennessee head baseball coach). It was fascinating to hear how Cam has handled going from an unknown HS sophmore, to a whirlwind of showcases, scouts, recruiting, calls, visits, tryouts,etc . I came away incredibly impressed with where his head and heart are at. Enjoy!

An incredible conversation about Will Vierling's journey through the game of baseball. From 3rd string at The University of Louisville to being the starting catcher for the Murray State Racers in the College World Series and setting himself up to drafted.........You gotta love it!!! Enjoy>

An incredible conversation with the Murray State slugger that captivated the nation on their run to the College World Series. We go all the way back to when he fell in love with the game as a kid, his HS career, time at Wabash Valley College, a short stint at Louisiana Tech, and of course his record setting career at Murray State. This was so special for me being a Murray State baseball alum. Thanks Hogie! The Murray Masher!

In part 3 we revisit Ryan's incredible call up story where all the stars had to align. We hear clips from his catcher that day Michael Barrett (11 year big league catcher, Silver Slugger), Rich Hill (20 plus year big leaguer, still playing at 45, longtime close friend and teammate of Ryan's), Ryan Dempster (16 year big league, cubs great, all star, commentator), and to close us out the lovely Mrs Rachel O'Malley tells us what life is like for their family these days. Thank you to everyone that participated. This is one of those special baseball stories that makes you love the game and believe in magic. Enjoy......

In pt 3 we bring dusty back for a proper part 3. We hear from PJ finigan, Eric Gum, Bo Gum, and Jordan Roth. Joined for the first time as a main episode co-host is Joey Albsmeyer. Enjoy

In pt 3 we go through a normal baseball QnA with all the fun stuff.

In part 2 we hear from Tim Wallin (SHS, LLCC, Tusculum), Darin Hendrickson (Forest Park head coach, longtime SLU head coach, and Lelo Prado (Louisville head coach, USF head coach, U of Tampa 2x natty champ head coach).

In pt. 1 Greg takes us from Little League through his time at Springfield HS. We hear side interviews from Jaime Stash, Jim Steinwart, and Brendan Connor. This will be a 3 part series, with part 1 setting the stage for Greg's journey through college, which includes going to Forest Park, getting drafted in the 42nd round, followed by a string of injuries, surgeries, the yips, and performance anxiety. In parts 2 and 3 Greg and I go much deeper than we ever have into the mental side of baseball, and how difficult it can. This was one of my favorite guests. Incredible.

In pt. 3 Ben ben takes us through his first spring training, and getting assigned to the Hickory Crawdads in the Carolina League. Ben will be checking in with us from time to time to detail his first full season in pro ball.

In part 2 we talk about Jared's training methods and how he has built Washko Strength and Speed. Special guest Kyle "Krock" Welch.

A look at how the premier Strength and conditioning coach in central Illinois has built a community for the top baseball and softball athletes to thrive in. In this episode we hear from Mitch Dye (SHG, LLCC, U of Illinois), Sam Antonacci (SHG, Heartland CC, Coastal Carolina, White Sox), Louie Bartletti (SHG, Quincy, IC, William and Mary), and Maxx Grieme (Taylorville HS, D1 recruit).

An electric conversation with a truly inspirational person. Javy takes us on his journey from Mexico to the state, college, and his 6 year pro career with the Royals throwing upper 90's fuzz before 3 shoulder surgeries derailed his once promising career. Javy is now a super entrepreneur in the Phoenix area and loving life. This was one of the most fun I've had doing these. Javy and I caught a wave. Enjoy

In part 6 Bo talks all things hitting and how he has kept himself in the game as a hitting coach.

still stashy time

it's still stashy time

It's Stashy time

In pt. 5 Bo comes back on to discuss what it felt like deep diving his baseball career, we have clips from Tony La Russa about bo, and we talk a little about Bo being a hitting coach. We go for about an hour in a really fun recap of it all. Bo will be joining us for an in depth talk on hitting in the near future. Thanks again Bo.

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