Seattle Mariners rookie Troy Taylor joins Ryan Rowland-Smith on the Top Step. Here is the full unedited uncut interview. #Mariners #MLB Subscribe now and get amongst it, mates! 🎥🔔 Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetopsteptv Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetopsteptv #mlb #mariners #SeattleMariners #mlbstats #baseballpodcast

Seattle Mariners rookie Troy Taylor joins Ryan Rowland-Smith fresh off his debut. RRS and Troy dive into his road to the show, what it meant to run out at T-Mobile, and, of course, learn how to speak Australian! Make sure you join us at EQC Studio on Friday the 30th for a live taping! All-new episodes of The Top Step debut every Friday on Root Sports and are on-demand right here, so click the subscribe button so you don't miss another episode! Special thanks to San Juan Seltzer for bring you every TTS Interview and Kangaroo And Kiwi! Enjoy mates. Subscribe now and get amongst it, mates! 🎥🔔 Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetopsteptv Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetopsteptv #mlb #mariners #SeattleMariners #mlbstats #baseballpodcast

Uncut, unedited full interview with Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times. We discuss trade needs, bullpen issues, and the glaring offensive issues for the Seattle Mariners, and it all starts with Julio Rodriguez. Subscribe, like, comment, and support TTS Mates mates! 🎥🔔 Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetopsteptv Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetopsteptv #mlb #mariners #SeattleMariners #mlbstats #baseballpodcast

Callie Bundy is a fitness model, ex Division 1 Athlete who has an absolute cannon and can throw a football further and more accurate than you (and me). We sit down to find out how she created such a massive following on social media which has led to so many opportunities all over the world. As well as put this ex jock to the test in our Australian sports trivia quiz. 

As we wrap up 2021, Grant and I want to say a massive thank you for all our listeners and if you're new to the show, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! Happy New Year and enjoy this episode as Callie Bundy joins us right here on The Top Step. 

Seattle Mariners pitcher Paul Sewald went from a guy trying to survive in the game to one of the most dominant swing and miss pitchers in the Big Leagues. 

His tells his story of how he found himself and became one of the games toughest guys to hit! 

We also breakdown the 20 most iconing bands to come out of Australia, word of the day and more!

Merry Christmas mates, make sure you subscribe and enjoy this episode as Paul Sewald joins us right here on The Top Step. 

5 x All Star 4x Gold Glover MLB superstar joins the guys while on vacation in the Maldives. Fresh off 2 years in Japan and a 14 year MLB Career, Adam does not hold back discussing everything with MLB's lack of ability to market their players, the culture differences in Japan and the issue with an analytic driven approach to baseball. 

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MLB is officially Locked out. Former Aussie Major Leaguers  Ryan Rowland-Smith & Grant Balfour dive into what does this really mean for baseball. Their thoughts on some of these contracts and the current state of the game. 

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Lauren Gardner is the host of MLB Network's Quick Pitch as well as all kinds of programming across MLB and the NHL. You would have seen her all throughout the playoffs post game getting the biggest interviews of your favorite players careers! 

More importantly we put her Aussie knowledge to the test in our Aussie Segment 'Thats Grouse'.

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Jesse Chavez has been through it all in a 14 MLB year career including his recent World Series victory with the Atlanta Braves. He joins former Big leaguers Ryan Rowland-Smith and Grant Balfour cover everything from the Braves amazing run in 2021 to where it all started as a 46th rounder. Enjoy the stories, the inspiration and all the laughs!

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American League Reliever of the Year Liam Hendriks joins fellow Aussie Big Leaguers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith. These mates break down the free agent process, possible rule changes for 2022 and Liam explains Aussie Rules football in 'Thats Grouse'. 

Big welcome to all the new listeners and thank you for our recent ranking of #30 in Baseball Podcasts in the US! We are climbing! Thank you so much! 

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Seattle Mariners Mitch Haniger discusses his recent 'letter to the fans' article in The Players Tribune. We also break down the World Series Champions Atlanta Braves. Will Freedie Freeman be a Brave for life? Sports Aussie segment laughs , word of the day and more! 

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MLB All Star Kirby Yates is our special guest. We dive right into his journey from an undrafted free agent to an MLB All Star.

Also, when did Charlie Morton actually break his leg in game 1 of the World Series? Did he pitch with a broken fibula? Your mates dive into what really happened. 

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former MLB Pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith talk pending free agents, the Aaron Boone extension, what does 'dead arm' really mean and what happened to Max Scherzer in October! 

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Seattle Times Ryan Divish joins RRS to discuss the Mariner's first-place lead slowly dwindling. Can they still win the West with this offense? What Ryan predicts they will do at the Trade Deadline, How to speak Australian, and more! Brought you by Emerald Queen Casino. Subscribe now and get amongst it, mates! 🎥🔔 Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetopsteptv Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetopsteptv #mlb #mariners #SeattleMariners #mlbstats #baseballpodcast Big welcome to our new official Drink San Juan Seltzer. The best Friday afternoon summer drink is a San Juan. Go to https://www.sanjuanseltzer.com/ and find out where you can pick up a San Juan Seltzer!

Former MLB Players Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith talk about what it's like playing in a snowed out World series, their favorite commentators Australia's Freedom day and much more! 

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Former MLB pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith discuss Grants 6 MLB Post Seasons, the moments and the meltdowns on his way to the World Series. We also hear the story of the most not so epic bummer of a speech of Ryan's career. Also the Aussie 'word of the day', growing up playing baseball in Australia in 'That's Grouse' and more! 

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Former MLB Pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith discuss everything from flawed  Baseball economics to their best and worse travel recommendations when visiting down under! 

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MLB Pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith break down the dugout biffo between Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr last week.

We also hear the epic RA Dickey swimming the river story, an aussie movie review and much more! 

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Ex MLB pitchers dive into the American league MVP race, the guidelines to an epic walk out song and...

Is Mad Monday facing extinction? 

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Ex MLB pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith dive into what it's like pitching In Playoff runs, September Call ups and big Aussie Icons, no not Crocodile Dundee, literally BIG Aussie icons along the Pacific Highway. We have baseball news, we have epic stories we have a ton of much needed laughs! 

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We are back!

Please welcome MLB All Star and hello Aussie Grant Balfour. 

We welcome it back, discuss Miguel Cabrera and his 500 HR's.

Justin Verlander? Will he get 300 Wins and does it still mean something?? 

We need your help! name our all new Aussie segment! 

It's good to be back! 

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Seattle Mariners catcher Tom Murphy dive into all sorts of topics, the new rule changes in the Minor leagues that we possibly could see in the MLB very soon. Including shift limitations and robo umps and how they will change the art of catching as we know it! 

Tom as had an amazing journey to be an everyday catcher and I'm so excited to have this epic conversation! 

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Seattle Mariners Joey Gerber and I have a bunch of laughs, dive into analytics, team mates and living with our parents! Making his MLB debut last year after being a walk on in college throwing 86, he gives me an honest assessment of what it takes, whats it like to be in the shoes of a 23 year old rookie! 

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Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Nick Margevicius went from being let go from the Padres to being a break out prospect in the middle of the mariners rotation. He is currently competing for a spot in the 6 man rotation in spring training, We dive into the up's and downs in his younger career and everything in between! 

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Live from the Emerald Queen Casino, featuring Seattle Mariners pitchers David Aardsma and Charlie Furbush, who are joining Ryan Rowland-Smith and breaking down the Athletics Players poll. Like the most overrated player voted by players. What teammate had the best clubhouse vibes and more? We also answer fan's questions live on the show. This is your new Mariner's weekly show! Subscribe now and get amongst it, mates! 🎥🔔 Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetopsteptv Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetopsteptv #mlb #mariners #SeattleMariners #mlbstats #baseballpodcast

Seattle Mariners play by play voice and good buddy Aaron Goldsmith joins me for everything from his journey, what it's really like being behind the mic, his famous childhood hero Bob Costas encounter and what to expect in 2021. 

One of my favorite conversations! 

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Seattle Mariners first basemen Evan White was a lot of things in 2020. A rookie, a gold glover winner, the first year of his historic contract extension and dealing with failure for the first time in his career. Was a great opportunity to get to know a big part of the Mariners future as he ran us through the mine set of everything he was and went through in his rookie season and what to expect from him and his team for years to come! 

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Lauren Nicole Johnson spent the last 4 years as the New York Yankees mental conditioning coordinator where she worked with players up and down the organization. 

Lauren who is an ex athlete herself works with not only professional athletes but military personnel and business professionals.

We dive into some of the elite mindsets and techniques she uses to breakthrough at the highest level! 

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Former MLB All Star and current Fox Sports personality Nick Swisher joins me for a ridiculously uplifting conversation!

Happy new year mates, excited to share this episode.

Going from a non drafted high school kid to uber prospect with the Oakland A's being traded to a really tough situation to one year later winning a World Series with the Yankees and leaving his mark on baseball, we cover his entire journey and hear what makes this super star such a character, with his infectious high energy and positivity.  

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We have amazing guest joining Ryan in the next episodes! 

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Texas Rangers color analyst and former MLB pitcher CJ Nitkowski breaks down his thoughts on the current state of Baseball, the 2020 playoffs and his journey. 

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The Atlanta Braves closer and 3 time All Star Mark Melancon takes us from that demotion to AAA with the Boston Red Sox in 2012 to becoming one of the most dominant closers in Major League Baseball. 

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Atlanta Braves Chris Martin has been through it all. From dropping out of college, quitting baseball and stacking shelves to becoming one of the best relief pitchers of 2020 with the Braves.

He has been to Japan and back and is now settled in as an established pitcher in the big leagues. We talk about his journey and his time in the NLCS including giving up the series winning home run to Dodgers Cody Bellinger.

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Aussie MLB Pitchers Liam Hendriks, Peter Moylan and Grant Balfour join me for some laughs, epic stories and Aussie trivia. 

I apologize in advance for the language and if you need to hire a translator to get through this! 

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Happy thanksgiving mates. This is a great time of year to share this conversation and journey with my good friend Jeremy Ryan Slate.

If you’re sitting there spending the holidays wondering if the path you’re on is the right one. If this life of yours is fulfilling or maybe you want to take the plunge to follow your real passion! Well that’s exactly what Jeremy did and we dive into his story in this open and honest conversation. 

Jeremy was named one of the top 26 podcast for entrepreneurs to listen to in 2017 + 18 by CIO Magazine, top podcast to listen to by INC Magazine in 2019 and Millennial Influencer to follow in 2018 by Buzzfeed. The Create Your Own Life Podcast has been downloaded over 2.5 million times

It took time, hard work and a ton of belief! 

Make sure you go visit www.thetopstep.com/podcast for all the episodes of this season! 

Now sit back relax and enjoy this episode as Jeremy Ryan Slate joins me on The Top Step 

The National League comeback player of the year Daniel Bard took 7 years to return to a major league mound. 

The Rockies reliever went to some of the darkest places mentally to overcome what we call the 'yips' or in other words all of a sudden going from the future Red Sox closer to no idea where the ball is going once it leaves your hand. Your entire identity and livelihood just escapes you and you have no idea what is happening. 

Whether you're a fan of baseball or just trying to battle the challenges of getting through a pandemic, we can all learn a lot from what Daniel has overcome as he shares his story with us. 

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Ryan is joined by former Mariners Charlie Furbush and David Aardsma. They discuss the Mariners' schedule, strength of schedule statistics, and how players approach tough road trips against big-market teams. Get insights into what really matters inside the clubhouse, and how players mentally prepare for upcoming games against formidable opponents. Additionally, we have a special guest appearance by actor and comedian Adam Ray, a die-hard Mariners fan, who brings his humor and passion for the game to the show. Adam shares his unique journey as a Mariners fan, his love for baseball, and his adventures performing stand-up comedy, including his latest special, "Like and Subscribe," on YouTube. 🔹 Featured Guests: Charlie Furbush: Former MLB pitcher and Mariners standout David Aardsma: Former MLB closer and Mariners pitcher Adam Ray: Actor, comedian, and long-time Mariners enthusiast 🔹 Topics Covered: Mariners’ upcoming schedule analysis The impact of strength of schedule on player mentality Insider stories from MLB clubhouses Adam Ray’s comedy career and Mariners fandom Subscribe now and get amongst it, mates! 🎥🔔 Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetopsteptv Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetopsteptv #mlb #mariners #SeattleMariners #mlbstats #baseballpodcast 🔹 Subscribe and Follow: Stay updated with all our episodes and special guests Follow us on social media @TheTopStepTV for behind-the-scenes content and more Don’t forget to like and subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive content 🔹 Special Thanks: EQC Sportsbook: Our incredible venue at the Emerald Queen Casino, the entertainment capital of the Northwest I Love Baseball: Support young Dominican players by visiting ilovebaseball.org Catch new episodes of "The Top Step" and stay tuned for our monthly live shows at the EQC Sportsbook. Whether you’re a baseball fanatic or just love great conversations and laughs, this is the show for you! #TheTopStep #RyanRowlandSmith #MLB #Mariners #EQCSportsbook #Baseball #SportsPodcast #Comedy #AdamRay #CharlieFurbush #DavidAardsma #EmeraldQueenCasino #BaseballStats #SportsTalk #ILoveBaseball #SubscribeNow #LikeAndSubscribe

Mariners pitching coach and I dive into his rise to a MLB pitching coach, what separates him, his relationships with his pitchers, analaystics and most importantly the story behind the new Top Step mascot! 

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Brandon Morrow is a 12 year MLB veteran starting his career with me in Seattle and then found a whole lot of success with the Toronto Blue Jays. Amazing journey from a 1st round draft pick, taking some time to figure it  all out dealing with injuries and then onto the big stage pitching in the playoffs with the LA Dodgers. 

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3 time Cy Young award winner Max Scherzer kicks off Season 2 of The Top Step. 'Mad Max' is one of the most dominant pitchers of his generation. Hall of Fame bound we talk about it all. The 2020 season, his role with the players union and the conversations that went down in the middle of a pandemic, how he feels about the game today. Going from game 7 of the world Series to pitching with no fans and so much more. 

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Welcome to season 2 as Max Scherzer joins me on The Top Step. 

 

Peter has one of the most fascinating stories in baseball, he was arrested after a year in rookie ball, released and returned to Australia to get on with a life away from professional baseball. 10 years later he reemerges to go onto a 10 PLUS year career in the Major Leagues becoming one of the most reliable relievers in the game.  Enjoy some epic stories and how he feels about the game now.  Be sure to subscribe to this podcast or head over to www.thetopstep.com to watch this podcast episode!    Enjoy this episode and Peter Moylan joins me on the Top Step 

 

Seattle Mariners Dave Sims has been the play by play voice of the Mariners since 2007 but came to Seattle with a huge resume doing everything from play by play National game of the week on ESPN to hosting on Radio in the #1 Market in the country. We cover his career. covering baseball during the covid-19 2020 60 game sprint season to the Black lives matter movement and African American players making up only 7% of the MLB Rosters. Oh and by the way, if you want to become a broadcaster Dave has some advice to don’t want to miss! 

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Former NFL line backer and current Seattle Seahawks color analyst Dave Wyman joins me as we cover everything from COVID 19, kids returning to school, how he met his former cheerleader wife and what it's like to be a 'Bogan' (google it). 

Make sure you click subscribe wherever your laughing along on your workout, drive to work or monster truck rally and enjoy this episode as Dave Wyman joins me on The Top Step! 

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Charlie Furbush was one fo the most colorful characters on the field before constant shoulder issues cut his career short.

We discuss everything from making that post career transition, how it's ok to be yourself inside a clubhouse, what really goes on when you have to deal with constant injuries, how he met his fiancée oh and  how COVID shut down their big wedding day and everything else you want to hear from one of your favorite Mariners! 

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Seattle Mariners outfielder Braden Bishop is big part of the M's rebuild. He is also the driving force behind some ground work battling ALzeimers diseases. 

The diagnosis of Suzy Bishop (his mom) with Early Onset Alzheimer's prompted Braden  to start the 4MOM Charity. 

We discuss his charity, how to break into the big leagues and how todays player is becoming a voice across social media on social issues bigger than just being a ball player! 

 

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Tyler Maun has worked literally every international baseball competition there has been the last 3-5 years. If you want to get into broadcasting you need to tune in.

Extremely talented and will be calling MLB games in the near future

We me in Japan at the Olympic Qualifiers back in November and straight away hit it off. One of my favorite times to be in a broadcast booth was sitting next to him last off season as well as discussing the 'Imposter syndrome' which we both apparently have in our new favourite coffee shop! 

Make sure you click the download button and share this episode with your mates as Tyler Maun joins me on The Top Step. 

 

Part 2 of the Matt Boyd conversation.

We talk about his amazing charity protecting kids in Uganda against sex trafficking as well as what the Detroit Tigers have to look forward to, what it means to be on a rebuilding team and more! 

Enjoy! 

Welcome to The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith! This week, we have Seattle Seahawks Legendary quarterback Matt Hasselbeck. Episode Highlights: Special Guest: Seahawks Matt Hasselbeck Dive into a captivating conversation with Matt Hasselbeck, where he shares his journey from his early days with the Seahawks to his latest insights on the team's current strategies. Matt reveals a long-kept secret from 2010 and discusses the latest changes under new head coach Mike McDonald. Mariners Spotlight "The Top Trends": Julio Rodriguez's hits a Home Run off Mason Miller 102.5mph fastball. Ryan takes us through Julio Rodriguez's at bat, and breaks down his 102.5 mph fastball home run – This homerun was hit off the fastest pitch in Mariners' history during the stat cast era. Don't miss the exclusive fan video capturing this incredible moment brought to you by ilovebaseball.org. Top Trends in MLB Stay updated with the latest stats and trends in Major League Baseball. This week's spotlight includes standout performances and key insights, with a special thanks to Mariners PR for their contributions. How to Speak Australian Segment Sponsored by Kangaroo and Kiwi Australian Pub, Ryan tests Matt's knowledge of Australian slang in a fun and engaging segment. Can Matt guess what 'bludger' means? Tune in to find out! Behind-the-Scenes Stories Hear Matt's experiences playing for the Seahawks, his connection with other Seattle sports icons, and his move to the Tennessee Titans, including some unexpected encounters with country music stars. Why You Should Listen: This episode is packed with exclusive sports insights, heartfelt stories, and a unique blend of baseball and football content. Whether you're a die-hard Mariners fan, a Seahawks supporter, or just love sports stories, The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith is your go-to podcast for all things Seattle sports.Subscribe now and get amongst it, mates! 🎥🔔 Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetopsteptv Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetopsteptv #mlb #mariners #SeattleMariners #mlbstats #baseballpodcast

Seattle born and raised Matthew Boyd is the ace of the Detroit Tigers and also has one of the nastiest breaking balls on the planet. 

We discuss how the players are feeling about this current negotiation to get back onto the field as well as my favorite, the mental side of pitching and what he has overcome on his way to becoming n established front of the rotation guy! He even shares a story of the career altering question Ian Kinsler asked him minutes before a game! 

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Sit back and enjoy your drive or your workout as Matthew Boyd joins me on The Top Step. 

Former MLB Outfielder and current broadcaster for the Colorado Rockies Ryan Spilborghs is one of the most charismatic likable guys in the game and honestly someone I look up to as a fellow broadcaster. 

After an up an down career in the Major Leagues that included a National League Championship with the Rockies he transitioned into his new role as a baseball analyst and is absolutely killing it.

In this conversation we discuss what separates him from others to have success as a broadcaster as well how to talk to people and how he feels the games culture today can benefit just by listening to one another!

This episode will also be available on YouTube

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Jon Ryan punted 11 years in the NFL mostly known for his time with the Seattle Seahawks becoming a Super Bowl Champion.

But it wasn't all glory days for Jon, coming from the CFL and living in a motel 6 in Phoenix to get a crack with an NFL team. 

From there he has literally done it all, 11 years in the NFL as a fan favorite, American Ninja warrior, married a celebrity comedian and even owns a baseball team the Pickles!  This was a fun episode finally getting to meet a guy a lot of people have said that I need to meet!    For past episodes with all my guest please go to www.thetopstep.com and click that subscribe button wherever you’re listening to this podcast!    Enjoy this episode as Jon Ryan joins me on The Top Step