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Rob Bradford is on a mission to prove that baseball is awesome in so many ways with a daily podcast covering not only stories and players that dominate news but also the hidden gems of MLB. Featuring interviews with big league players and coaches, front office executives, celebrities and more! Enjoy all of the shows and segments in the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast feed. Wasabi Hot Tech: Brought to you by our good friends at Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage, Rob takes you behind the curtain for a di ...
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Before binging, there was cable. Welcome to Basic!, the official podcast bringing you the unofficial history of cable TV. Go behind the scenes of a glorious time in pop culture, when shows like MTV’s ‘The Real World,’ ESPN’s ‘SportsCenter’ and AMC’s ‘Breaking Bad’ made basic cable a must-have for every American home. With the help of guests like Jimmy Kimmel, Cindy Crawford and Amy Schumer, hosts Doug Herzog (former network executive at MTV, Comedy Central, Fox) and Jen Chaney (TV critic at ...
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1 Listen, sons, to a father's instruction. Pay attention and know understanding; 2 for I give you sound learning. Don't forsake my law. 3 For I was a son to my father, tender and an only child in the sight of my mother. 4 He taught me, and said to me: "Let your heart retain my words. Keep my commandments, and live. 5 Get wisdom. Get understanding. …
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Former Guardians Manager Terry Francona sits down with BIB Contributor and Host Of 'Pitch And Moan' Courtney Finnicum to discuss Guardians dominant 2024 campaign, upcoming playoff matchup, and the success of Stephen Vogt in his first season as Terry's successor To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc…
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Bradfo is joined by the Play Tessie guys - Sammy and Gordo - to identify which players currently participating in the postseason might emerge a few weeks from now at least a little bit richer. Yes, it is the weird dynamic of teams giving free agents bigger contracts because of just a few weeks of excellence in October. The guys dive into the best c…
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1 My son, don't forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, 2 for they will add to you length of days, years of life, and peace. 3 Don't let kindness and truth forsake you. Bind them around your neck. Write them on the tablet of your heart. 4 So you will find favor, and good understanding in the sight of God and man. 5 Trust in Yah…
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Phillies Manager Rob Thomson meets with the Philadelphia and National Media to discuss their preparation for the NLDS including their intersquad game, health updates, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoic…
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There is nothing like a song to help serve as the rallying cry or motivational mantra for a contending team. For the Mets, that has undoubtedly become 'OMG', the song put out by infielder Jose Iglesias. Bradfo catches up with Iglesias to get the behind-the-scenes story of how it all came together, while also revealing a little bit of breaking news …
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The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, returns as the "What Happened To..." series, where Reece reconvenes with the original 30 team representatives to get their take on what exactly happened to their team so far this season.…
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1 My son, if you will receive my words, and store up my commandments within you, 2 so as to turn your ear to wisdom, and apply your heart to understanding; 3 yes, if you call out for discernment, and lift up your voice for understanding; 4 if you seek her as silver, and search for her as for hidden treasures; 5 then you will understand the fear of …
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Day 1 of the 2024 postseason was full of dominant starting pitching performances, with Tarik Skubal, Corbin Burnes, Cole Ragans and Michael King all offering the images of aces. But can one of them do it all the way through a postseason? Bradfo catches up with Tampa Bay pitching coach Kyle Snyder and Diamondbacks starter Zac Gallen to explore the a…
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Giants President Greg Johnson, Manager Bob Melvin, and New President Of Baseball Operations Buster Posey meet with the San Francisco and National Media to discuss his hiring, why they chose to move on from Farhan Zaidi, their plans for this offseason, and much more To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audac…
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Bradfo catches up with Jarren Duran, who had a Top-10 MVP kind of season with the Red Sox. Not only did he put up some of the best numbers in the American League, but he also played in all but two games this season. But it was the absence in those two games - due to a suspension - that served as one of the lessons Duran learned along the way. The o…
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1 The proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel: 2 to know wisdom and instruction; to discern the words of understanding; 3 to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; 4 to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the young man: 5 that the wise man may hear, and increase in learning; th…
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The AL Central became the tale of 2 teams in 2024, the Guardians became contenders and the White Sox lost 121 games, the most in MLB history. In this 'Pitch and Moan', Courtney Finnicum is joined by Longtime MLB manager Terry "Tito" Francona to discuss his appreciation for the job Stephen Vogt has done after taking over for him as Guardians manager…
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Producer Evan joins Bradfo to discuss the craziness that was Game 1 of the Mets/Braves doubleheader that saw the Mets get a 8-7 Win in Atlanta To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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With his first season with the Red Sox in the books, outfielder Tyler O'Neill can now look forward to what awaits this offseason and his first foray into free agency. Bradfo talks with O'Neill about how he views his 2024 campaign, and how he is approaching free agency - and a possible return to the Red Sox. To learn more about listener data and our…
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1 The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, the revelation: the man says to Ithiel, to Ithiel and Ucal: 2 "Surely I am the most ignorant man, and don't have a man's understanding. 3 I have not learned wisdom, neither do I have the knowledge of the Holy One. 4 Who has ascended up into heaven, and descended? Who has gathered the wind in his fists? Who has …
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Kenley Jansen is back on the podcast, and this time there is a lot to talk about. The closer joins Bradfo to offer his first interview since leaving the Red Sox after being placed on the injured list. Jansen explains exactly what happened in his last week with the Sox and why he headed home before season's end. There is also reflection on his time …
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After 42 years, Joe Castiglione ended his career as the team's full-time voice of the Red Sox radio broadcast Sunday. Castiglone was honored throughout the day at Fenway Park, and punctuated the experience with a question and answer with the media. It is a recap of a momentous day for a Hall of Fame broadcaster. To learn more about listener data an…
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1 He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy. 2 When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan. 3 Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. 4 The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes b…
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Baseball isn't boring, and neither is Triston Casas. The Red Sox first baseman is back on the podcast offering another dose of entertainment and information. This time Casas opens up about his season, his injury, his contract, and his party planning. You aren't going to find better insight into the the mindset of this young slugger/real estate tyco…
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1 The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge. 3 A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops. 4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked; but those who keep the law contend …
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Julian McWilliams is back with another episode of 'The Eye Test', this time catching up with longtime A's assistant general manager Billy Owens. The two get in-depth into the greatness that was baseball in Oakland, and the sadness that has surfaced with the A's playing their final game in the city To learn more about listener data and our privacy p…
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It's MLB Power Rankings time with Producer Evan and he has some spicy takes. The Orioles and Brewers slide down the rankings and the Astros and Tigers win their way into the rankings as the regular season comes to an end To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your…
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1 Don't boast about tomorrow; for you don't know what a day may bring. 2 Let another man praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips. 3 A stone is heavy, and sand is a burden; but a fool's provocation is heavier than both. 4 Wrath is cruel, and anger is overwhelming; but who is able to stand before jealousy? 5 Better is op…
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Current Los Angeles Dodgers reliever, and former Oakland A's closer, Blake Treinen joins Bradfo for a tribute to baseball in Oakland. Treinen knows what's what when it comes to the greatness of baseball in Oakland, having been drafted by the A's and then getting traded for some great times. The people. The ballpark. The baseball. It's a perspective…
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The end of baseball in Oakland is tonight and there is no better time to revisit our conversation with the great Dennis Eckersley to reflect on the memories built at the Oakland Coliseum and how this news has hit the Hall of Famer at his core. You aren't going to find a more real and raw conversation than this one with Eck. To learn more about list…
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Jack Flaherty has had an excellent season, first with the Tigers and then as a member of the Dodgers. But his greatest challenge - and accomplishment - might be coming in October, with Los Angeles expected to lean heavily on Flaherty at the top of their postseason starting rotation. Bradfo catches up with Flaherty to talk about his evolution this s…
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As we head toward the final weekend of the regular season, there is perhaps no more chaotic situation than the one the Mets find themselves in. With New York deadlocked with Arizona for the second and third National League wild card spots, just one game up on Atlanta, the Mets now face the prospect of having their season decided by a Monday doubleh…
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1 Like snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honor is not fitting for a fool. 2 Like a fluttering sparrow, like a darting swallow, so the undeserved curse doesn't come to rest. 3 A whip is for the horse, a bridle for the donkey, and a rod for the back of fools! 4 Don't answer a fool according to his folly, lest you also be like him. 5 Answer a…
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Bradfo catches up with Red Sox Shortshop Trevor Story to discuss his miraculous return to the diamond within the same season of his injury and why it was so important for him to accomplish To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podca…
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The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, returns as the "What Happened To..." series, where Reece reconvenes with the original 30 team representatives to get their take on what exactly happened to their team so far this season.…
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1 These also are proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out. 2 It is the glory of God to conceal a thing, but the glory of kings is to search out a matter. 3 As the heavens for height, and the earth for depth, so the hearts of kings are unsearchable. 4 Take away the dross from the silver, and material comes out for the …
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Rookie being called up for the final weeks of the season can mean a lot of things to a lot of teams. For some clubs, like the Mets, a player like Luisangel Acuna can be a catalyst for postseason success. Same goes for the Tigers and their newly-promoted top prospect Jackson Jobe. And then there are players like Richard Fitts, who help form an impor…
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The end-of-season awards have started coming in, with one of the first being Baseball America's Minor League Player of the Year. The winner? Kristian Campbell. The Red Sox fourth-round pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, who entered the year not even as a Top 30 prospect in his organization, dominated at three levels, ending the season at Triple-A Worceste…
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The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, returns as the "What Happened To..." series, where Reece reconvenes with the original 30 team representatives to get their take on what exactly happened to their team so far this season.…
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With the Phillies winning their first National League East Division title since 2011, it's a perfect time for Bradfo to bring back conversations he had with members of the Phils to reiterate that this team might have the best clubhouse in all of Major League Baseball. Bradfo talks to current Phillies Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott, along with forme…
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For the first time since he was released by the Red Sox, Rich Hill is reflecting on what has been a memorable 2024 season. The oldest active professional athlete in any of the four major sports sits down with Bradfo to talk about his very brief stint with the Red Sox, who signed the lefty for a late-season push in mid-August. Hill talks about lesso…
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1 Don't be envious of evil men, neither desire to be with them; 2 for their hearts plot violence and their lips talk about mischief. 3 Through wisdom a house is built; by understanding it is established; 4 by knowledge the rooms are filled with all rare and beautiful treasure. 5 A wise man has great power. A knowledgeable man increases strength, 6 …
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