Best Pepperdine RISE Podcasts (2024)

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RISE With Nicole Fashaw: Resilience Through Music 29:04

1d ago29:04

29:04

Nicole Fashaw, rising senior, joins RISE Podcast Producer Bo Jaden James at the RISE Roundtable. The two discuss the power of music and songwriting to strengthen one's resilience, and Nicole does a special performance of an original song. We also hear from three Pepperdine community members, who each share a song that reminds them about resilience:…

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RISE With Dr. Jaz Gray: Storytelling & Resilience 1:08:04

16d ago1:08:04

1:08:04

Dr. Jaz Gray, Professor of Communication Studies, joins RISE Program Specialist Emily Shaw at the RISE Roundtable. The two discuss the power of narrative storytelling in strengthening one’s resilience. We also hear from three Pepperdine community members, who each share a story that has impacted their perspective on resilience: Hope Dease, Assistan…

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RISE With Isaac Bonilla: Discovery in the Risk of Failure 35:00

22d ago35:00

35:00

In this episode, Isaac Bonilla, a rising senior, joins RISE Student Lead Ethan Barragán at the RISE Roundtable, sharing his resilience journey to Pepperdine and how he practices resilience skills to support all of his various academic and co-curricular commitments. We also hear from three Pepperdine undergraduate students, who each share risks they…

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Mr. Irrelevant no more: Pascanel Ferreras talks quick rise with Astros 19:13

1M ago19:13

19:13

Jimmy Price and Kenny Van Doren sit down with Astros prospect Pascanel Ferreras to talk about the draft, his quick movement up the system, adjustments to Double-A, favorite walk-up song and much more!By Apollo Media

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RISE With Paul Kim, Screen Arts Professor 1:07:40

4M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

In this episode, Paul Kim, Professor of Screen Arts, joins RISE Podcast Producer Kenneth Vargas at the RISE Roundtable. Paul shares his resilience journey as a member of his family, professor, and filmmaker. We also hear from three Pepperdine faculty, who each share how they find a sense of deep enjoyment in life: Martin Premoli, Assistant Professo…

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RISE with Esther Chung, Seaver Alumni Relations 35:43

5M ago35:43

35:43

Esther Chung, Manager of Alumni Engagement for Seaver Alumni Relations, joins RISE Program Specialist Emily Shaw at the RISE Roundtable. Esther discusses how she’s navigated being there for someone she loves, while also learning more about herself and her relationship with God in the process. We also hear from three Pepperdine staff, who each share…

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Astros prospect Zach Dezenzo recaps offseason; details adjustments for big 2024 season 18:05

6M ago18:05

18:05

Jimmy and Kenny are joined by Astros prospect Zach Dezenzo to recap his eventful off-season. They also talk about his key adjustments, spring training, and his goals for a big 2024 season.By Apollo Media

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RISE With First-Generation College Students & Graduates 44:45

8M ago44:45

44:45

On this episode, we sat down with Pepperdine First Lady Joline Gash, first-years Jalen Brooks and Jillian George, and RISE Director Stacey Lee Gobir at the RISE Roundtable. What unites them is that they are all first-generation college students/graduates, being the first in their families to attend and complete college. Nationwide, about half of al…

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RISE With Connie Horton, La Shonda Coleman, & RISE Student Employees 39:56

9M ago39:56

39:56

Take a seat at the RISE Roundtable, a podcast from Pepperdine University’s Resilience-Informed Skills Education (RISE) Program, where we share and discuss what it means to build and live a life of resilience. On this first episode, we hear the origin story of RISE from the program’s founders: Connie Horton, Vice President for Student Affairs, and L…

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The Q-Ham Jam: Quincy Hamilton talks rehab process, strong 2023 season, keys to success and much more! 53:03

11M ago53:03

53:03

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) chat with Astros 5th round pick in 2021 outfielder Quincy Hamilton. They talk about him walking on in college, breakout season and time in the professional ranks. They also find out about his pet turtle that escaped, his toughest pitcher to hit and more! #Astros #MLB You can find mor…

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From Pepperdine to Astros: Ryan Johnson talks journey to professional baseball 14:00

11M ago14:00

14:00

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) chat with Astros 8th round pick this year infielder Ryan Johnson. They talk about his college days, transition to professional baseball, the draft and much more! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrow…

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Untouchable Astros Prospects and Venting on Rankings 37:10

12M ago37:10

37:10

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) give their untouchable prospects and guys they want to keep in the system after the deadline. They also talk about the prospect promotion incentive and discuss the lack of Astros prospects in the top 100 rankings. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.…

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MLB Draft and First Half of the Minor League Season Recap 49:11

1y ago49:11

49:11

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) recap the Astros 2023 MLB Draft class. They also take a look around the system to highlight the top performers in the first half. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as wel…

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Chatting with Astros pitching prospect Rhett Kouba and checking in on the top performing prospects! 33:40

1y ago33:40

33:40

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros pitching prospect Rhett Kouba to discuss his hot start this season, the adjustments he’s made, pitching philosophy and more. They also take a look around the system at the top performers over the last month. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage a…

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Joe Cooks: Chatting with Astros prospect Joey Loperfido! 43:26

1y ago43:26

43:26

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros outfield prospect Joey Loperfido to discuss his hot start this season, his connection with the coaches, his Philly love and more. They also take a look around the system at the top performers. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.…

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Chatting with Astros pitching prospect Jayden Murray and looking at the hot prospects at each level. 31:40

1y ago31:40

31:40

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) chat with Astros pitching prospect Jayden Murray about his off-season, the trade to the Astros and much more. They also look at all the hot prospects in the system! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homeg…

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Go For Launch: Houston Astros 2023 Minor League Preview and Predictions! 40:58

1+ y ago40:58

40:58

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) give a full minor league preview for the rosters at each level. They also give some predictions for the system and drop their top performers and breakout prospects. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homeg…

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Call Him Cliff: How Ryan Clifford Signed with the Astros and Much More! 16:38

1+ y ago16:38

16:38

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros top prospect Ryan Clifford. They talk about his decision to sign with the Astros, his first professional season, experience in Spring Training and much more! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU…

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Hail Cesar! Astros Catching Prospect Turning Heads in Second Major League Spring Training 16:00

1+ y ago16:00

16:00

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros catching prospect Cesar Salazar. They talk about his relationship with Martin Maldonado, his hot spring, his catching philosophy and much more! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homeg…

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Like Father, Like Son: Will Wagner Talks His Hot Start at Astros Spring Training 15:07

1+ y ago15:07

15:07

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros prospect Will Wagner. They talk about his hot start in Spring Training, his hitting adjustments, defensive versatility and much more! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houst…

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Houston Raised: Hear from the Astros next breakout prospect, Spencer Arrighetti 33:00

1+ y ago33:00

33:00

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros pitching prospect Spencer Arrighetti. They talk about his off-season work with Lance McCullers, his improving pitches, pitching philosophy and much more! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com…

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The Price is Right; Chatting with Astros Prospect Collin Price! 20:54

1+ y ago20:54

20:54

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros catching prospect Collin Price. They talk about the draft, his debut last year, his rehab this off-season and much more! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports cov…

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Vive La France! Catching up with Astros pitching prospect JP France about his off-season and big 2022 year! 24:16

1+ y ago24:16

24:16

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) chat with Astros pitching prospect JP France. They talk about his 2022 season, off-season thus far, fatherhood and much more! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as…

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Chatting with Astros prospect Justin Dirden and recapping the 2022 season! 33:09

1+ y ago33:09

33:09

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) chat with Astros prospect Justin Dirden about his big year, his off-season and much more. They also recap the 2022 season and give their player and pitchers of the year. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for …

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Chatting with Astros hitting coach Elvis Rodriguez and looking at the top performers in the system! 46:38

2y ago46:38

46:38

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) chat with Astros DSL hitting coach Elvis Rodriguez about hitting and the life in the Dominican Republic for baseball players. They also look at the top performers in the system, answer some trivia and recap some roster moves! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at A…

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Promotions galore! Stock up prospect, system report and more! 50:31

2y ago50:31

50:31

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) give their stock up prospects and recaps all the transactions in the Astros system. They also look around the system and highlight the best performers and answer Twitter questions and trivia! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check …

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MLB Draft Recap, Mid-Season Breakout Prospects and Top Performers this season! 44:02

2y ago44:02

44:02

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) chat with MLB draft writer Spencer Morris to recap the Astros draft class. They also give their breakout prospect, top performers and notes for the first half of the season! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com …

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Future is NOW: Promotions and top prospects performing well! 36:45

2y ago36:45

36:45

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) take a look around the system at some recent promotions. They also give their stock up prospects, answer some trivia and discuss the best performers this season! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrow…

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Dingers and Development: Chatting with Astros prospect Logan Cerny 47:15

2y ago47:15

47:15

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) sit down with Astros prospect Logan Cerny to discuss the draft, the trade to the Astros and his development in the minors. They also give a stock report on the system and take a look at all the hot prospects in the system! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at Astr…

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Strikeouts and Homers: Astros prospects hot start to June! 53:12

2y ago53:12

53:12

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) talk stock report for prospects. They also do a full look around the minor league system for the last week and answer some interesting trivia questions! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston…

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Chatting with Astros prospect Chayce McDermott, prospect stock report and looking around the minors! 50:46

2y ago50:46

50:46

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) talk with Astros pitching prospect Chayce McDermott. They also give a stock report on the system and take a look at all the hot prospects in the system! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston…

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Prospect stock report and update around the Astros system! 45:24

2y ago45:24

45:24

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) talk Astros prospect stock report and also look at the entire system highlighting the best performers over the last few weeks! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well a…

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Who’s hot, who’s not in the Astros system! 24:06

2y ago24:06

24:06

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) take a look at all the minor league teams and discuss the prospects who have started the season well. They also recap some of the games over the last couple week. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegro…

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2022 Astros Minor League Preview, Breakout Prospects, and Major League Predictions. 37:07

2+ y ago37:07

37:07

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) preview the 2022 minor league season and talk breakout prospects. They also make their season predictions for the Astros including their MVP favorites. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston …

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Talking baseball with Astros prospect Joe Perez, discussing the reveal of the Space Cowboys! 33:45

2+ y ago33:45

33:45

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) talk with Astros third base prospect Joe Perez. They also recap the re-branding of the Sugar Land Space Cowboys and answer questions from Twitter. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sport…

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JAKE FROM RAKE FARM - Jake Meyers talks rookie season, playoffs, rehab and more! 29:28

2+ y ago29:28

29:28

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) talk with Astros center fielder Jake Meyers about his rookie season, playoffs, shoulder rehab and more. They also look at some of the recent roster moves and the MiLB Rule 5 Draft. #Astros #MLB Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel You can find more Astros Future c…

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Astros Free Agency Decisions.. Verlander Back.. Correa Gone? Also talking 40-man roster additions! 45:38

2+ y ago45:38

45:38

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture), Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) talk free agency, bringing back Verlander and the potential of Correa moving on. They also talk about 40-man roster additions and prospects who can help in 2022. #Astros #MLB #AstrosFuture You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com.…

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Chatting with Astros MiLB Player of the Year Luke Berryhill! 16:27

2+ y ago16:27

16:27

Host Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) talks baseball and other things with the Astros Minor League Player of the Year and catching prospect, Luke Berryhill #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't fin…

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Wrapping up the 2021 Astros season, talking Rule 5 Draft and winter league updates on prospects! 37:18

2+ y ago37:18

37:18

Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Kenny Van Doren (@thevandalorian) wrap up the Astros 2021 season grading the free agent signings and trades. They also look to the minor leagues to give an update on the prospect in the winter leagues and look at the Astros Rule 5 decisions coming up. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFut…

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STROS ARE MOVING ON! Astros take down the White Sox and go to the ALCS to face the Red Sox! 18:44

3y ago18:44

18:44

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) recap the dominant ALDS win against the White Sox and preview the ALCS coming up against the Red Sox. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets appar…

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Discussing the Breakout Prospects in 2021, Recapping the Astros season and Previewing the Playoffs Series Against the White Sox 39:42

3y ago39:42

39:42

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) give you the breakout hitters and breakout pitchers in the Astros system in 2021. They also recap the Astros season and preview the playoff series against the White Sox. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for h…

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Prospects Raking! Looking at the best performing prospects, recapping the minor league season, and talking Tucker/Alvarez and the Astros young stars! 50:29

3y ago50:29

50:29

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) look at the best performing prospects from 2021, recap the Hooks, Tourists, and Woodpeckers season and talk about Tucker/Alvarez and the Astros young stars. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Hous…

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Astros Prospect Stock Report, Recapping the top 30 prospects, and discussing the Astros last week of baseball. 56:31

3y ago56:31

56:31

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) talk about the prospect stock report and debate the Astros top 30 prospects. They then move to the Astros and discuss the potent offense, healthy lineup and playoff rotation. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com …

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Discussing some hot prospects and promotions and talking about the resurging Astros! 37:05

3y ago37:05

37:05

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) talk about some of the hot prospects over the last couple weeks. They also discuss the resurging Astros and what they might look like in the playoffs. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sp…

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TRADES! Recapping the Astros trades and recent promotions, highlighting the hot prospect in the system over the last week. 56:09

3y ago56:09

56:09

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) chat with Alex Sandoval (@LEXthePEX) about the Astros moves at the deadline and if it was enough to compete for a World Series. Jimmy and Brian also take a look around the minor league system and choose a pitching and hitting prospect of the week. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros…

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BREAKING: Astros trade for Kendall Graveman! 11:29

3y ago11:29

11:29

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) jump on for an emergency podcast to discuss the trade for reliever Kendall Graveman! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't find…

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Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle joins to talk Astros and the upcoming trade deadline! 53:12

3y ago53:12

53:12

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) are joined by Chandler Rome (@Chandler_Rome) to talk about the Astros so far this season, the upcoming trade deadline and their chances at a World Series. Jimmy and Brian also look at some of the best minor league performances of the last week! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Fu…

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Recapping the Astros 2021 Draft and looking at some of the best minor league performances of the last week! 52:37

3y ago52:37

52:37

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) are joined by Spencer Morris (@ProspectSpencer) to recap the Astros 2021 Draft class and discuss some steals. Jimmy and Brian also look at some of the best minor league performances of the last week! #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to…

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Previewing the second half of the season, discussing the All-Star snubs and opt-outs, and looking around the system at some top hitting prospects! 49:14

3y ago49:14

49:14

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) take a look around the system at the hot prospects, preview the second half of the season, discuss the All-Star game and recap the Altuve walk-off HR over the Yankees. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosFuture.com. Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for hom…

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Top prospects are shining, promotions galore in the system and discussing the Astros ELITE offense and starting pitching! 58:16

3y ago58:16

58:16

Hosts Jimmy Price (@AstrosFuture) and Brian Hamilton (@BHam1720) talk about some of the top prospects shining and some recent promotions in the system. They are later joined by @BillAstros and discuss the Astros potent offense, the great rotation, and potential changes to the bullpen. #Astros #MLB You can find more Astros Future coverage at AstrosF…

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