It’s the Golden Age of Piracy, but when the scourge of prohibition comes to town, two jovial bartenders must sing their hearts out to save their bacon. Season 1 premieres Monday December 7, 2020! Created, written and produced by Sander Randall & Riley Cecil Taggart Cover illustration by Sophie Birkin
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I'm Sean Holland, I'm a writer for Cubs Den and Cubs insider. I started this podcast to talk to the many luminaries from #CubsTwitter. We discuss all things Cubs, but don't take ourselves too seriously. If you like TV references and baseball you're home.
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You've heard him on KSR, but now you can hear Matt Jones like never before with extended one-on-one interviews with guests from in and outside the sports world.
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 112: Randall Sanders
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Randall Sanders from the BTYL podcast joins Sean to discuss the Cubs excellent start to 2024. Nico Hoerner is hot and Javier Assad is very consistent. Will injuries and bullpen struggles slow things down? All that and PCA gets on the board in a big way.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 111: Matt Clapp
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Matt Clapp from Awful Announcing is back on the podcast for a 2024 Cubs preview. Are Seiya Suzuki and Christopher Morel going to have huge seasons? How big of impact will Craig Counsell have at manager? Do the Cubs have enough pitching?By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 110: Jon Becker
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Jon Becker from FanGraphs joins Sean to discuss the Cubs spring training so far. Bellinger re-signs, Morel at third, a potential fifth starter, and PCA's role. All that and how you can't really tell anything about the upcoming season from spring training.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 109: Staci Heaton
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Staci Heaton from Cubs DNA is back on the podcast to talk about the slow off-season. Will the Cody Bellinger saga finally come to a favorable conclusion? Also, is Christopher Monroe going to have a big season and the NL Central looks completely wide-open.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 108: Evan Altman
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Evan Altman from Cubs Insider joins Sean to discuss the shocking addition of Craig Counsell as the Cubs new manager. How did it happen? What happens next?By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 107: Jared Wyllys
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Jared Wyllys from CHGO Sports is back on the podcast to discuss skidding Cubs. Can they turn it back around and get into the playoffs? Is the team tired? He and Sean try to make sense of it all.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 106: Matt Clapp
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Matt Clapp of Awful Announcing and The Comeback joins Sean to discuss the suddenly contending Cubs. Topics include: the acquisition of Jeimer Candelario, future of Cody Bellinger, and the sudden emergence of Nick Madrigal. Finally, they talk about the 2008 Cubs team that came close to greatness.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 105; Katie Dzwierzynski
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Friend of the podcast Katie Dzwierzynski joins Sean to talk about the recent Cubs hot streak, Mike Tauchman mania, and the iffy Marquee broadcasts. And yes Pat and Ron I really do read adult diaper ads on the radio.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 104: Staci Heaton
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Staci Heaton from Cubs DNA joins Sean to discuss the slumping Cubs. They try to stay positive and talk about the strong performances of Christopher Morel, Justin Steele, and Seiya Suzuki. Is it time to move on from Nick Madrigal? Staci also talks about the potential move of her hometown Oakland A's to Las Vegas.…
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 103: Stan (@Crewsett)
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Cubs Twitter mainstay Stan (@Crewsett) joins Sean to discuss the team's early season performance. They focus on a great start from the top of the rotation and the formula of winning with pitching and defense. Finally, what went wrong with team Dominican in the WBC?By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 102: Jeff Everson
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The Cubs season is finally here and friend of the podcast Jeff Everson joins Sean for a preview. A better starting rotation and better vibes in 2023. Also their real-time reaction to the news of Nico Hoerner's extension and much more.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 101: Ronan O'Shea
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Spring training is here for the Cubs! Ronan O'Shea from the Behind the Yellow Line podcast joins Sean to talk about a buff Seiya Suzuki and a possible breakout season for Justin Steele. Also, more Willson Contreras drama and a hard pass on Nick Madrigal: third baseman.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 100: Jared Wyllys and Evan Altman
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It's the 100th episode of Holy Cow! So Sean welcomes two of his most frequent guests Jared Wyilys of CHGO and Cubs insider EIC Evan Altman. They discuss the Cubs busy offseason and what it means going into 2023 and also the Cubs convention is back. Thank you to all who have listened over the years.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 99: Alyson Mitchell (@infieldflygrl)
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Alyson Mitchell (@infieldflygrl) join Sean on the podcast to discuss the Cubs off-season plans. The necessity for some spending this off-season and will another Japanese star join the team? Finally, Alyson tells the story of her first trip to Wrigley Field. A very fun discussion.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 98: Steven Brault
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Cubs relief pitcher Steven Brault joins the podcast to discuss what it's like to pitch at Wrigley Field. Sean also asks him about his singing career and which one of his teammates is the funniest.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 97: Jared Wyllys
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Jared Wyllys from CHGO is back on the podcast to discuss the trades that didn't happen at the deadline. Also what young players have taken a big step forward in 2022 and can the Cubs compete in 2023?By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 96: Brad (@ballskwok)
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Brad (@ballskwok) joins the podcast to discuss the rebuilding Cubs. What does the future hold for all-star Ian Happ? Finally, the emergence of Matt Mashing Mervis in AA.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 95: Staci Heaton
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Staci Heaton from Cubs DNA is here to discuss the team struggles, Seiya Suzuki's adjustments, and what to do with Willson Contreras. Also, Jed Hoyer's philosophy and trying to emulate the Dodgers.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 94: Matt Clapp
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Matt Clapp (The Comeback, Awful Announcing) is back on the podcast to discuss the Cubs interesting start to 2022. Just how awesome is Seiya Suzuki? Also some talk about the less-interesting non-Seiya players, Joe Maddon, and more.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 93: Evan Altman
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Evan Altman from Cubs insider joins for a 2022 Cubs season preview. Sean and Evan discuss a glut in the outfield, a possible Willson Contreras trade, and a thin pitching staff. But mainly they ask how did the Cubs get to their current low point so soon after 2016?By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 92: Jeff Everson and Robert O'Neill
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After a lockout break, Holy Cow! A Cubs podcast is back. Robert O'Neill and Jeff Everson make a joint appearance to talk Cubs baseball and about all things NFL playoffs. And yes I will talk way too much about the Rams making the Super Bowl. It's a lot of fun.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 91: Jared Wyllys
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Jared Wyllys of Forbes Sports returns to the pod after an uneventful end to the Cubs season. What will free agency look like for Chicago? What effect will a potential work stoppage have? Would Rizzo, Bryant, or Báez ever return to the Cubs? He and Sean discuss it all on a new Holy Cow.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 90: Robert O'Neill
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Robert O'Neill is back on the podcast to talk about the rebuilding Cubs. Also some discussion of pro wrestling and the return of college football and fans in the stands.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 89: Jeff Everson
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Jeff is back on the pod to discuss with Sean the Cubs massive trade deadline sell-off. Where do the Cubs go from here? What other hot takes can they come up with? What is their non-Bears fan opinion on the monsters of the midway? All those questions are answered and more on this podcast.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 88: Evan Altman
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Evan Altman from Cubs Insider is back to discuss the Cubs tailspin and what a trade deadline sell off may look like. Also, the sad likely ending of Jake Arrieta's second stint in Chicago.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 87: Jeff Everson
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Friend of the pod Jeff Everson is back to talk about a fun to watch Cubs team. Also, will the Cubs be motivated buyers at the trade deadline? Patrick Wisdom is fun and Eric Sogard is not.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 86: Sara Sanchez
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Sara Sanchez from Bleed Cubbie Blue and Fangraphs joins the podcast. She and Sean discuss the Cubs rotation, the return of Lester and Schwarber, Willson Contreras, and the Cardinals.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 85: Matt Clapp
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Matt Clapp is here to help Sean figure out the Cubs stagnant offense. Also will Nico Hoerner be back soon and trading Craig Kimbrel.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 84: Jared Wyllys
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Jared Wyllys of Forbes Sports is here for a Cubs 2021 season preview. Sean kind of makes a prediction and a discussion of the surprising demotion of Nico Hoerner.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 83: Will Chase
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Will Chase from the Cutting 2 the Chase podcast joins Sean to talk Cubs spring training. Also lowered expectations, contract extensions, Nico Hoerner and Columbus Blue Jackets hockey.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 82: Ryan Davis
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Ryan Davis of Cubs Insider joins Sean to discuss recent Cubs signings and Jake Arrieta. Also an NL Central preview and a science fiction book.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 81: Terry Brown
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Terry Brown from the Cats Talk Wednesday podcast joins Sean to talk a slow Cubs offseason. Also Expos and Lakers talk.By Sean Holland
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Dangling from a machine most discomfortable indeed, Staggars & Jags have but one hope to be freed. Our journey is over, the writings on the wall. Tip your bartenders folks, it’s time for last call! -- Featuring performances by Riley Cecil Taggart, Sander Randall, Caitlin Dullea, Maya Sharma, Clay Russell, Nadia Pinder, Annie Donley, Ian Lockwood, a…
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 80: Evan Altman
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Cubs Insider editor in chief Evan Altman is back to break down the Yu Darvish trade. Spoiler alert: its bad news.By Sean Holland
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There’s a shack in the forest full of Frangipani trees. Two friends may enter, but only one can leave. Think fast and you may be able to save your own life. But no deal is fair without a worthy sacrifice. -- Featuring performances by Riley Cecil Taggart, Sander Randall, Nadia Pinder, Chloe Troast, Jamie Linn Watson, Caitlin Dullea, Maya Sharma, Cla…
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Staggars, Jags, Captain Black, and the Deuce Find themselves next in line for the noose. Sing me a song, sing me a melody, Surely there's someone who can set them all free!? -- Featuring performances by Riley Cecil Taggart, Sander Randall, Caitlin Dullea, Maya Sharma, Clay Russell, Nadia Pinder, Annie Donley, Mandy Ranero, David Steele, David Bower…
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The gang’s got no money, they’ve eaten their last meal. So Captain Black takes charge: it’s time to steal. As luck would have it, the perfect mark strolls into sight. A princess, with a dowry, promised on her wedding night. -- Featuring performances by Riley Cecil Taggart, Sander Randall, Caitlin Dullea, Maya Sharma, Clay Russell, Nadia Pinder, Mar…
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 79: Robert Mays
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The Athletic's Robert Mays is back to discuss the changing Cubs. Topics include: Theo, Len Kasper, Schwarber, and football.By Sean Holland
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To open a restaurant, you must pass inspection No rats, no bats, no infected confection If you think an A grade is easy to reach You, my friend, have never met Mizz Bleach -- Featuring performances by Riley Cecil Taggart, Sander Randall, Caitlin Dullea, Maya Sharma, Clay Russell, Nadia Pinder, Abby Salzberg, and Zach Swan Donate and support the sho…
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The Big Drink is the bar where our story is told Where singing and dancing is treasured like gold It seemed nothing could stop the endless moonshine But the gang would soon meet a most sinister swine -- Featuring performances by Riley Cecil Taggart, Sander Randall, Caitlin Dullea, Maya Sharma, Clay Russell, Nadia Pinder, Annie Donley, Ian Lockwood,…
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 78: Brett Taylor
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Bleacher Nation himself Brett Taylor joins to discuss the Cubs playoff flop and a possible grim offseason. But we have some fun too.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 77: Jared Wyllys
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Jared Wyllys from Forbes Sports joins Sean to preview the Cubs/Marlins Wild Card series.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 76: Randall Sanders
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Randall Sanders is back to discuss the Cubs improved bullpen and the broken offense. Also we realize the Marlins are a terrifying playoff opponent.By Sean Holland
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The Matt Jones Podcast is proud to host KSR's resident thespian, Steve Zahn. An actor whose career has spanned decades in Hollywood explained what drives him and why he will never leave Kentucky. A hilarious guest, you'll enjoy hearing his thoughts on Kentucky football and his acting career, such as... Getting offered a part vs. auditioning for a p…
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2020 NFL Season Preview with Geoff Schwartz and Myron Medcalf
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Are you ready for some football? The NFL season kicks off Thursday nighty when the defending Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs host the Houston Texans. To prepare you for the 2020 season, Matt is joined by his former Sunday NFL Countdown co-hosts Geoff Schwartz and Myron Medcalf to break down all 32 NFL teams ahead to what will be a season unl…
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Matt Jones is joined by Rick Sanders, a former Kentucky State Police Commissioner and current Police Chief in Jeffersontown, to discuss recent events from the perspective of a 40-plus-year veteran in law enforcement.Among the topics? Controversial videos involving police officers, the national spotlight of certain cases, ongoing protests, and much …
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 75: Jeff Everson
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Cubs twitter mainstay Jeff Everson joins the pod to cover all things Cubs. Topics include: Javy, Almora, Maddon, and Craig Kimbrel.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 74: Bryce Weiler
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Sean is joined by Bryce Weiler, the Baltimore Orioles disability consultant. He also talks about broadcasting while visually impaired and his Beautiful Dreams Project to help disabled people get closer to sports.By Sean Holland
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Holy Cow! A Cubs Podcast Episode 73: Ryan Thomure
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Ryan Thomure is back to preview the weird 2020 season. Kyle Hendricks is good and Anthony Rizzo is consistent. Finally, can a safe return to baseball offer normalcy in these difficult times?By Sean Holland
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