Best Count Basie Podcasts (2024)

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The V-Disc Episodes - Disc #439 - Count Basie, Light Crust Doughboys 13:29

23d ago13:29

13:29

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #439 of the V-Disc Collection. This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Count Basie and His Orchestra along with The Light Crust Dough Boys. (E035) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.…

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Housing Affordability: The Effects of the 25 Basis Point Rate Cut 22:15

28d ago22:15

22:15

We're excited to bring you this week's episode of Make Money Count, where we delve into the latest developments in the real estate market. This episode is packed with valuable insights for potential homeowners, sellers, and investors. Join us as we discuss the impact of recent rate cuts, supply-demand dynamics, and future interest rate movements pr…

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Satellite fields in showcases are a problem 6:52

5h ago6:52

6:52

When we go to a showcase, we don't know if we are going to be scheduled to play at a satellite field. Sometimes these fields are some distance from the primary sites. When this happens it makes it more difficult for college coaches to see the players that they want to see. Players and coaches have to be prepared when this happens to figure out not …

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Chicken Shacks and Cement Mixers (Show 220) 34:04

4h ago34:04

34:04

Features vintage music by Tommy Dorsey, Woody Herman and Abe Lyman. We also hear a Soundie by Mabel Lee and Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podc…

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Picking up players should be for a specific reason 6:37

2d ago6:37

6:37

Relying on pick-up players to field a team is a sign of weakness and a problem with the basics of the team. Picking up a pitcher can make sense if we are down one. Using a pickup player as a means of trying out one, is a good strategy. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Toronto's Condo Market: Will Prices Drop as Investors Sell? 7:20

6d ago7:20

7:20

Welcome to our latest episode of Make Money Count! In this episode, we talk about the current state of Toronto's condo market amidst high interest rates. We break down how these rates are impacting buyers and investors, and why many are reconsidering their positions. We also discuss the surge in condo supply and what it means for prices. Additional…

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Pitching staffs vs. a pitching ace 7:05

7d ago7:05

7:05

The idea of a pitching staff vs. a pitching ace. You need to have a strategy on how and when to use that staff to have the best chances of winning at the end. You can't rely on just a pitching ace. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Let Yourself Go, Honey (Show 219) 29:33

7d ago29:33

29:33

Features vintage recordings by Gene Krupa, Vincent Lopez and George Paxton. We also listen to a Soundie by Noble Sissle and learn the benefits of Fitch Shaving Cream. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are …

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Driving pitch counts up in softball is a marginal strategy 5:41

9d ago5:41

5:41

Working the count and getting the pitch counts up is a strategy that works for baseball, but it isn't the same in softball. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Called third strikes is a wasted opportunity 7:44

14d ago7:44

7:44

When we focus on walks and getting the pitch counts up, be ready and don't take a called third strikes. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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How Rising CPI Rates Impacts Real Estate 9:33

15d ago9:33

9:33

Welcome to our newest episode of Make Money Count! In this episode, we discuss the latest CPI numbers and explore the real estate market, giving you tips on buying a home in today's ever-changing landscape. With scams on the rise, we also share important tips on how to stay safe during the mortgage process. From budgeting to home buying, this episo…

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Some Lesser Talked About Names (Show 218) 30:47

14d ago30:47

30:47

Features vintage music by Wilbert Baranco and His Rhythm Bombardiers, The Tune Twisters and Buddy Weed. We also hear an old ad spot from Dentyne Gum. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within t…

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Analytics and hitting, don't let that lead to not being ready to hit 6:39

16d ago6:39

6:39

Using analytics is very helpful for our game, but we are seeing a trend with hitters trying to work the count. This results in them not being ready to hit the ball no matter what the count. They are missing some great pitches to hit. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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With Bond Yields Dropping, Are Fixed Rate Mortgages Your Best Option? 15:30

16d ago15:30

15:30

Welcome to Make Money Count! In this episode, we cover the latest updates in the mortgage market and economic trends impacting your financial decisions. We discuss Canada's 5-year bond yield drop to 3.3%, resulting in average fixed mortgage rates of 4.8%. We explore why opting for a variable-rate mortgage could be wise amidst current economic condi…

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Re-evaluate your players on a continuing basis 11:04

21d ago11:04

11:04

Sometimes we form an opinion of a player and keep it over time. Players develop and change as well as their mental game. The game changes, it keeps getting faster. Therefore we need to evaluate all players and what they are contributing on a continuing basis. They may not be performing at the level of our opinion or they would help the team in a di…

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Shy, But I Try (Show 217) 30:39

21d ago30:39

30:39

Features vintage music by Les Brown, Cab Calloway and Vaughn Monroe . We also learn how shyness can be crippling for both children and adults. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podc…

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Pitching time and recruiting / 3 Costs of Leadership by Kirby Smart / Trend of coaches leaving the sport / Behavior and recruiting 41:38

23d ago41:38

41:38

This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: My daughter is on a successful team with several pitchers. She is at recruiting age, should she change teams so that she gets more pitching time? (@12:34) 3 Costs of Leadership by Kirby Smart, Georgia's football coach (@19:18) Trend in college coaches leaving the sport (@27:38) Recruiting tip abo…

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Are some players using the portal as an exit strategy 9:18

28d ago9:18

9:18

We discuss the possibility that a player who really wants to quit softball, might enter the portal as a way of stop playing without having to say I quit. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Hey, Let's Go To Town (Show 216) 31:51

28d ago31:51

31:51

Features vintage music by Tony Pastor, Johnny Long and Les Elgart. We also learn about the show "Let's Go To Town". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.…

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Response to failure / End of college wrap up / Keep fun in fundamentals / Value of outfielders 53:59

1M ago53:59

53:59

This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Family asks for suggestion of where to locate (@11:56) Paige's Power Play: Response to failure determines out success (@18:46) End of college season wrap up (@21:25) Keeping the fun in fundamentals (@42:52) Value of outfielders (@48:30) Support the Show.…

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Bank of Canada Interest Rate Cuts | Find out how it affects your mortgage 24:22

1M ago24:22

24:22

On June 5th, 2024, the Bank of Canada announced a rate cut of 25 basis points, a move that has significant implications for the Canadian economy and personal finances. This decision, aimed at stimulating economic growth, is expected to have a broad impact on various financial products, including mortgages and home equity loans. For homeowners and p…

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When things go wrong there still is the next play 9:33

1M ago9:33

9:33

We have all seen it, an error is made fielding a ball or a throw is bad and the fielders become spectators. We have to teach and practice with our players that if something goes wrong their responsibilities change. They need to see what is happening and realize that the initial play is over and that a play is going to be made at a different base an…

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Plenty of Dance Time (Show 215) 30:51

1M ago30:51

30:51

Features vintage music by Raymond Scott, The Dinning Sisters and Billy May. We learn a little bit about the show Dance Time U.S.A. and Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists a…

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Transfer Portal Stats / Respect the fields you play on / Why are teams always look for players / Optimism 47:11

1M ago47:11

47:11

This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Follow up to last week's question about entering the transfer portal (@13:09) Paige's Power Play: Failure Recovery Document (@18:21) Respect the fields you play on (@20:54) Why are team always looking for players? (@35:16) Action Coach Tip: Optimism (@40:25) Support the Show.…

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Strategic importance of swapping runs for an out 13:06

1M ago13:06

13:06

We have to start at the younger ages to teach players the strategic importance of swapping runs for an out. The coaches use a game from the super regionals to show the importance. They stress that we have to train the players so when it becomes important they are prepared. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Bloodbath in the Canadian Condo Market | Expectations of Rate Cuts in July 29:40

1M ago29:40

29:40

On this week's episode of the Make Money Count podcast, hosts Marcus and Justin take a deep dive into some of the most urgent and impactful issues currently shaping the Canadian mortgage and real estate markets. From dramatic shifts in the condo market to the financial strategies of major banks, this episode is packed with crucial insights and expe…

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Great Music For A Sad Day (Show 214) 34:16

1M ago34:16

34:16

In this Memorial Day Special Ronnaldo features vintage music by Cpl Buddy Clark, Maj Glenn Miller and Tech Sgt Sy Oliver and many more. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.…

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Transfer Portal Advice / Interview with longtime college coach, Marty McDaniel 54:58

1M ago54:58

54:58

This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Can you give me some advice on my daughter entering the transfer portal? (@11:42) Interview with Marty McDaniel, long time college coach (Part 1) (@16:57) Marty McDaniel has started softball at a college, coached at the highest level and will be coaching a professional team. Interview with Marty …

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Women's College World Series Predictions 6:52

1M ago6:52

6:52

Coach Tory gives his predictions and analysis of the WCWS games. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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It's Summer, things will change 8:44

2M ago8:44

8:44

It is summer time or close to it. Your player's and parent's lives are going to change. School won't be dictating a schedule and your players will be involved in additional activities. The family dynamics will change. You may have player's school years ending at different times, What has been the status quo is gone. It is up to you to adapt and emb…

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Jeff Bezos Investing in Mortgages? | Canada Inflation Cools | CPI Update, Real Estate Trends 20:07

2M ago20:07

20:07

Welcome to this week's episode of "Make Money Count" with Marcus and Justin! In this episode, we cover a range of crucial topics affecting the Canadian economy and real estate market: Jeff Bezos Family Office Investing in Mortgages: Bezos Expeditions is eyeing the mortgage market with investments ranging from $2.5 million to $5 million. Although th…

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A Full Dress Hop At High Tide (Show 213) 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

Features vintage music by Les Brown, Mildred Bailey and Gene Krupa. Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.…

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Bat Weights / Success and failure / If you celebrate everything, how do you celebrate something special / Instant replay out of control / Practice coaching 37:51

2M ago37:51

37:51

This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Is it okay to use a bat weight in the on-deck circle? (@10:29) Paige's Power Play: Successful athletes and failure (@13:27) If you celebrate everything, how do you celebrate something special (@15:46) Instant Replay is out of control (@23:30) Practice coaching 3rd base (@30:32) Support the Show.…

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Remember, play has not stopped until the umpire calls time 10:30

2M ago10:30

10:30

This week the coaches discuss the need to teach players not to react to an umpires call and forget about what is going on in the game. We have seen it at the highest level, where a player starts protesting what they think is a bad call and the other runners keep on going. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Why should you say yes to "B" deals | How to fix your damaged credit score. 33:31

2M ago33:31

33:31

Join Marcus and Justin Turner in this eye-opening episode as they delve into the world of "B" deals and credit repair strategies. Discover how to navigate the current economic conditions of the Canadian real estate market, differentiate between "A" and "B" deals, and learn step-by-step processes to improve your credit score. Don't miss out on valua…

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Bouncy Music and Biological Warfare (Show 212) 31:36

2M ago31:36

31:36

Features vintage recordings by Harry James, Ralph Flanagan and Andy Kirk. We also listen to select clips from a short film released in 1952 called "What You Should Know About Biological Warfare". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considere…

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Skipping high school ball, is this a thing? / Stats about confidence / Best time of the year for softball / Summer camp season / Game plans are important 44:23

2M ago44:23

44:23

This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Players are skipping high school ball, is this a thing? (@15:13) Paige's Power Play: Stats about confidence in girls (@24:34) Best time of the year to watch softball (@28:07) Summer camp season. How to pick the best option. (@35:18) Action Coach Tip: Game plans are important in games and business…

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The V-Disc Episodes - Disc #114 - Freddy Martin 11:51

2M ago11:51

11:51

In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #114 of the V-Disc Collection. This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Freddy Martin and His Orchestra. (E034) * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.By Swing City Radio

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Review of the Division 1 NCAA Tournament Regionals 18:35

2M ago18:35

18:35

Coach Tory Acheson gives his review of the Division 1 NCAA Tournament Regionals. He breaks down each Region and predicts the winners. He also gives insight of the unseeded teams and which ones to watch out for. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Housing Crises Predictions : Why is the Economy Contracting? 17:53

2M ago17:53

17:53

In this week's episode of Make Money Count, Marcus reviews pressing economic questions surrounding the Canadian housing crisis and the underlying factors contributing to the contraction of the economy. This Episode Highlights: Divergence of Canadian and US Economies and its Impact on Bank of Canada's Decisions Marcus dissects the dynamics between t…

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Why Canadians Should Choose Variable Rate Mortgages Now? | Home Loans In Canada | Cannect 31:03

2M ago31:03

31:03

Welcome to Make Money Count! In this episode, Marcus and Justin discuss crucial economic insights, including navigating Canada's economic challenges, leveraging rate cut predictions for mortgage savings, debunking housing market crisis myths, and avoiding financial traps like interest rate differential penalties. Join us for expert analysis and act…

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Situational Coaching 9:12

2M ago9:12

9:12

The coaches discuss situational coaching when we have a lead and just need outs. Coach Tory is watching a lot of softball while he is recuperating and he sees things that he just doesn't understand. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Spinach and Camels (Show 211) 33:18

2M ago33:18

33:18

Features vintage music by Skinnay Ennis, The Crew Chiefs and Louis Prima. We also listen to a couple of Camel Cigarette Radio Ads and Ronnaldo reads some listener mail. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists ar…

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Moving up to a more competitive team challenges / End of Careers / Pro Fastpitch is in trouble 35:46

2M ago35:46

35:46

This week's Lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Daughter moved up to a stronger team, but now wants to quit. Any advice? (@11:42) Paige's Power Play: Stop hoping for a bounce back from a mistake, take action (@17:23) A lot of player's are ending their careers and we can learn from them and put things in perspective (@20:45) Pro Fastpitch is in…

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We have to teach and practice base running 19:13

2M ago19:13

19:13

The coaches discuss the need for better base running decisions. Even at the collegiate level there are too many mistakes being made. We have to drill the players until they understand the game situation and the do's and don't's. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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One Mint Julip at the Séance (Show 210) 32:55

2M ago32:55

32:55

Features vintage recordings by Nan Wynn, Art Mooney and Art Kassel. We also listen to a Soundie by Connie Haines and a Public Service Announcement by Groucho Marx. Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are cre…

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Hitting Lineup / Importance of CPR and first aid / Quote from Geno Auriemma / 46:49

2M ago46:49

46:49

This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: How to build hitting lineup? (@9:25) Paige's Power Play (@13:58) Interview about the importance of CPR and first aid. (@16:40) How a quote from Geno Auriemma applies to softball (@36:03) Action Coach Tip (@43:03) Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Execute the skill, then reflect on the results 9:04

3M ago9:04

9:04

When learning/practicing skills there needs to be a reflection pause between reps for the athlete to evaluate what was right and what was wrong. If we just speed through reps, improving the skill takes more time. Support the Show.By Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Big Band On A Budget (Show 209) 32:12

3M ago32:12

32:12

Features vintage music by Benny Goodman, Lionel Hampton and Will Osborne. We also listen to select clips from an Educational Film released in 1950 called "Why Budget?". Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com. * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists ar…

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Fields in bad shape / No cut policy makes rosters huge / What to do with limited options to play 39:02

3M ago39:02

39:02

This week's lineup: Warmup Segment Listener Question: Why are fields that school ball and travel ball use in such bad condition? (@11:15) Paige's Power Play: Failure Recovery (@18:19) In some areas the school ball teams have a no-cut policy and the roster size is too large. What do we think? (@20:43) Traveling long distances to play when there isn'…

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