Best Eric Grady Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 122 - State Of The Mets, Why The Guardians Are So Good, All-Star Ballots & More 43:58

1d ago43:58

43:58

This week, Justin and Ricky discuss: 0:00 The state of the Mets 7:17 Blue Jays struggles 13:34 Which underperforming team can turn it around? 19:00 Guardians dominance 24:09 Dodgers/Yankees World Series? 27:52 Trade deadline talk 31:25 All-Star ballots 41:00 Preseason predictions update The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitc…

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Ben Rothenberg – “Naomi Osaka: Her Journey to Finding Her Power and Her Voice” 52:32

3d ago52:32

52:32

“Revealing” Chatter rolls with David, Torie, and Torie’s sister from another mother Liz Clarke. They do email (keep them coming!), share “worst ever injuries,” and marvel at the late great, Bill Walton’s Grateful Dead obsession. Bill Gates’ summer reading list has few takers; Torie’s most into “The Women,” historical fiction by Kristin Hannah. Mult…

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Live at the Gaithersburg Book Festival with Anne Foster “The Long War on Drugs” 33:46

4d ago33:46

33:46

“It’s important.” Chatter rolls at the Gaithersburg Book Festival with David, Torie, and Jamie. They rave about now Pulitzer Prize winning author Ilyon Woo whose “Master Slave Husband Wife” was featured on Chatter over a year ago. COB alum Anne Foster joins under the tent to share (again) “The Long War on Drugs,” her 360 degree look at decades of e…

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We're Baaaack Sitzpinklers 54:15

7d ago54:15

54:15

Loons, Twins, T-wolves, other sports. Summer camps, sitzpinklers, movie / tv reccs, new mn license plates, Grady hunting story and more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 121 - Talking Orioles & AL East w/ Eric Arditti of Barstool Sports 41:47

10d ago41:47

41:47

This week, Justin is joined by 4x recurring guest and friend of the show, Eric Arditti of Barstool Sports. They discuss: 0:00 The O's on "The Yak" 6:29 Orioles' outfield situation 15:23 AAA vs. MLB 19:19 Orioles' pitching 30:16 AL East talk The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shipping fudge, saltwater taffy, sweet trea…

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Quick Check in 13:06

12d ago13:06

13:06

Mental Health Awareness Month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 120 - The Up And Down Padres, Chances Of A Juan Soto Extension, And Is Zack Greinke Pitching In 2024? 41:02

17d ago41:02

41:02

This week, Justin is joined by producer Ricky Finkel to talk about the latest news around the MLB. 0:00 The up and down Padres 7:45 Juan Soto extension and are the Yankees good? 17:05 Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz talk 28:30 Sixto Sanchez 34:18 Zack Greinke's future The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shipping fudge, salt…

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Abraham Chang “888 Love and the Divine Burden of Numbers” 54:04

19d ago54:04

54:04

“Let’s get busy living!“ Chatter rolls with David, Claude and Torie. They debrief the Gaithersburg Book Festival and speculate on why whales attacks (aka “Chatter on Whales”). Bobby Gottfried got things going, and Maryland Governor Wes Moore recently signed a law banning book banning. They debate signs you should give up on a book. Award winning, p…

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College Baseball Fridays - Delaware Catcher Tyler Leach 17:19

21d ago17:19

17:19

Ricky Finkel sits down with Delaware Catcher Tyler Leach this week for College Baseball Fridays. The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shipping fudge, saltwater taffy, sweet treats, and more across the country. https://fudgekitchens.com/ Presented by Not For Long Media https://www.notforlongmedia.com/ Music Credit: Intro…

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Sheriff Grady Judd 5-15-24 13:19

26d ago13:19

13:19

Sheriff Grady Judd calls in to talk about the recent arrest of a Lake Alfred city official. And the boys have some fun too!By Eric and Mike

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Episode 119 - Chicago Cubs Organization Pitcher Dan Straily Returns 55:38

24d ago55:38

55:38

This week, Justin is joined by recurring guest and friend of the podcast, Cubs minor league pitcher Dan Straily. Justin and Dan talk about: 0:00 Dan's return to affiliated ball 6:14 Dan's experience at Driveline Baseball 17:38 Pitching talk 33:48 Paul Skenes' debut 39:56 Rapid Fire The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen S…

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College Baseball Fridays - Goldey Beacom Pitcher Will Weiman 21:42

28d ago21:42

21:42

Ricky Finkel sits down with Goldey Beacom pitcher Will Weiman this week for College Baseball Fridays. The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shipping fudge, saltwater taffy, sweet treats, and more across the country. https://fudgekitchens.com/ Presented by Not For Long Media https://www.notforlongmedia.com/ Music Credit: …

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Episode 118 - Beltway Baseball w/ Ryan Ripken 24:18

1M ago24:18

24:18

This week, Justin is joined by friend of the podcast and the host of the "Ryan Ripken Show," Ryan Ripken. They discuss: The Orioles ownership and pitching depth 0:00 Ryan's Mt. Rushmore of "Good Kids" 7:08 The Nationals are back 14:20 Oakland A's are pretty good 18:11 Padres/Marlins trade 20:07 The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fu…

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Elizabeth O’Connor “Whale Fall” 44:06

1M ago44:06

44:06

Chatter rolls into May with David, Torie, and America’s favorite book festival founder Mayor Jud Ashman. They rave about the Derby, bemoan the celebrification (is that a word?)) of sporting events, and claim to be good sports parents. Jud debriefs on the Gaithersburg Book Festival. Over one hundred authors, events, and workshops – not to mention it…

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College Baseball Fridays - Navy Pitcher Matt Archibald 22:49

1M ago22:49

22:49

Ricky Finkel sits down with Navy baseball pitcher Matt Archibald for the first edition of college baseball Fridays. They talk about life as a Midshipman, living in Annapolis, the rivalry with Army, and end with rapid fire. The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shipping fudge, saltwater taffy, sweet treats, and more acros…

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Episode 117 - Around The MLB w/ Brian O'Grady & Wil Crowe 1:06:01

1M ago1:06:01

1:06:01

This week, Justin is joined by Brian O'Grady and Wil Crowe to talk the latest news around baseball. They discuss: 0:00 Wil updates us on how his season in the KBO is going 8:57 Shōta Imanaga's success 19:36 Mike Trout's injury 25:02 Aaron Judge's slide 32:26 Automated strike zone 43:33 The "sophomore slump" 50:07 Randy Arozerena's struggles 58:31 T…

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Susan Page “The Rulebreaker: The Life and Times of Barbara Walters” 1:00:48

1M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

“Relentless.” Chatter rolls with David, Torie, Jamie, and Claude. Jamie’s just back from Costa Rica – a definite yes for travel. They bid a fond farewell to the iconic Eddie Sands, father of David, Steve, and Michael and patriarch of the iconic Calvert Woodley Fine Wines and Spirits. Joe Drape joins to debrief on “Broken Horses,” the NYT expose on …

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Episode 116 - The Best Friend Of The Phillie Phanatic Tom Burgoyne & Phillies Radio Broadcaster Gregg Murphy 21:53

1M ago21:53

21:53

This week, from our Spring Training trip, Justin is joined by two very special Phillies guests from outside BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater - The Best Friend of the Phillie Phanatic Tom Burgoyne & Phillies radio broadcaster Gregg Murphy. 0:00 Tom Burgoyne interview 10:56 Gregg Murphy interview The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudg…

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Grady Judd Interview 4-17-24 11:54

2M ago11:54

11:54

Sheriff Grady Judd weighs in on the new Paintball Doorbell Camera and more!By Eric and Mike

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Episode 115 - Kia Tigers Pitcher Wil Crowe 59:02

2M ago59:02

59:02

This week, Justin is joined by recurring guest and friend of the show, Kia Tigers pitcher Wil Crowe. Justin and Wil talk about: Playing in Korea 0:00 Hitters making you work 11:06 Wil's 2023 21:07 Being a starter vs. reliever 32:38 Pitcher's arm injuries 38:22 Rapid fire 48:57 The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shippi…

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Episode 114 - Dissecting Early Season Struggles, The Sacramento A's, The Orioles Call Up Jackson Holliday & More w/ Brian O'Grady 51:43

2M ago51:43

51:43

This week, Brian O'Grady rejoins the podcast! Brian and Justin discuss: Brian's 2024 plans 0:00 Tejay Antone news 8:24 Playing in Coors Field 12:00 Early season struggles 15:55 Orioles loaded AAA team 29:10 Sacramento A's 44:52 Jackson Holliday called up 47:43 The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shipping fudge, saltwat…

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Eric Blehm “The Darkest White” 1:00:20

2M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

“You never know about tomorrow.” Chatter rolls with Torie and COB’s favorite Mayor, Jud Ashman. The eclipse eclipses March Madness. Shout outs to Rob Dundon, Jake, and COB authors in Middleburg Books. They debate the funniest novels (sort of), and Jud briefs the May 18 Gaithersburg Book Festival. Over a hundred authors and events and good weather g…

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Episode 113 - Tampa Bay Rays Sideline Reporter Tricia Whitaker 17:58

2M ago17:58

17:58

This week, Justin is joined by 2x recurring guest and friend of the show, Tricia Whitaker live from Port Charlotte. They discuss what it's like covering the team, her role as an adjunct professor at Indiana University, and 2024 Rays storylines. The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Shipping fudge, saltwater taffy, sweet …

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Episode 112 - MLB Season Preview + Rays Closer Pete Fairbanks 49:09

3M ago49:09

49:09

This week, Justin and Ricky start the show by doing their 2024 season preview. They go division by division for storylines and pick winners, then predict breakout teams, MVP's, Cy Young's, and World Series winners. Then, Justin interviews Rays closer and friend of the podcast Pete Fairbanks from Rays camp in Port Charlotte. 0:00 2024 season preview…

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James Grady “The Smoke in Our Eyes” 54:16

3M ago54:16

54:16

“The book he was meant to write.” Chatter rolls with David, Torie, and Jamie. March Madness rules and inspires book ideas. Torie spots COB authors in airports and on The Atlantic’s best novels list. Best selling, award winning, and all around cool guy James Grady zooms in to share “The Smoke in Our Eyes.” With his typically brilliant writing and im…

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Episode 111 - Tampa Bay Rays Second Baseman Brandon Lowe 36:43

3M ago36:43

36:43

This week, Ricky Finkel first joins Justin to break down the biggest MLB stories heading into the last week of Spring Training. Then, Justin interviews Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe live from Port Charlotte. MLB Opening Series 0:00 Blake Snell to the Giants 8:20 Yankees stories 15:10 Brandon Lowe interview 22:30 Sponsors- The Official Sponsor of…

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Episode 110 - Miami Marlins Pitcher Ryan Weathers 54:37

3M ago54:37

54:37

This week, Brian and Justin are joined by Marlins pitcher Ryan Weathers. They discuss: Padres stories 0:00 Skip Schumaker stories 4:33 Ryan's high school baseball career 14:42 David Weathers stories 27:07 Pitching talk 32:16 Ryan's MLB debut 38:22 Ricky's questions 45:31 Sponsors- The Official Sponsor of Breaking Bats: The Original Fudge Kitchen Sh…

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Liza Mundy “The Sisterhood” 57:23

3M ago57:23

57:23

“Secrets that should be told.” Chatter rolls in like a lion with David, Torie, Jamie, and special guest Ann Hornaday. In addition to the usual, they’re talking about non-books things like Caitlin Clark – awesome. Award winning Wash Post movie critic Ann Hornaday joins for Oscar buzz and what makes a good book into a good movie (or not!). NYT bestse…

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Episode 109 - 2x World Series Champion Pitching Coach Dave Eiland 53:10

3M ago53:10

53:10

This week, Justin is joined by former MLB pitcher and longtime pitching coach, Dave Eiland. They discuss: Dave's role at Grand Central Sports Management (0:00 - 4:40) Dave's playing days (4:41 - 13:34) Being a minor league pitching coach (13:35 - 21:28) Yankees stories (21:29 - 28:08) Royals stories (28:09 - 34:22) Mets stories (34:23 - 38:25) Pitc…

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Episode 108 - Cincinnati Reds PxP Broadcaster John Sadak Returns 1:01:53

4M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

This week, Justin is joined by 2x recurring guest and friend of the show, Cincinnati Reds play-by-play broadcaster John Sadak. They discuss: Calling multiple sports (0:00 - 5:12) Advice for broadcasters (5:13 - 21:04) John's day-to-day with the Reds (21:05 - 25:33) Joey Votto (25:34 - 34:30) 2023 Reds talk (34:31 - 39:41) NL Central & 2024 Reds tal…

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Episode 107 - San Diego Padres Infielder Mason McCoy 1:00:29

4M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

This week, Justin is joined by new Padres infielder Mason McCoy. They discuss: Signing with the Padres + Spring training stories (0:00 - 14:30) Ryan Ripken stories (14:31 - 18:41) Minor league stories (18:42 - 26:33) Playing in Toronto (26:34 - 36:12) Playing in the M's system (36:13 - 49:53) Rapid fire (49:54 - 59:45) Sponsors- The Official Sponso…

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Louis Ferrante “Borgata: Rise of Empire – A History of the American Mafia.” 1:05:54

4M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

“It’s really life lessons.” Chatter rolls with David, Torie, and celebrity mixologist Rodney Ferguson. They break down the Super Bowl and marvel at the life well lived by remarkable publisher (think “Jaws,: “The Exorcist,” and “Catcher in the Rye”). Student of life and former Mafia associate Louis Ferrante zooms in to share “Borgata: Rise of Empire…

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Uncle Nick's is Expanding! 5:16

4M ago5:16

5:16

Sam DeBellis visits the studio to bring the Eric and Mike breakfast, and talk about the new expansion of Uncle Nick's Lakeland location! Check it out!By Eric and Mike

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Grady Judd Interview 2-7-24 12:56

4M ago12:56

12:56

Grady Judd chimes in with his thoughts on the conviction of Jennifer Crumbley, mother of mass shooter Ethan Crumbley. Jennifer was convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter and now faces 15 years for neglecting her son and giving him the weapon he ultimately used to kill 4 people. What are your thoughts on what is being called a "landmark trial and con…

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Episode 106 - Bobby Witt Jr.'s Extension, A Great Week To Be An O's Fan & The Best Swings In Baseball 53:21

4M ago53:21

53:21

This week, Justin is joined by Brian O'Grady to discuss: Bobby Witt Jr.'s Extension (0:00 - 12:05) Adam Frazier & the Royals' offseason (12:06 - 18:05) Yankees & Juan Soto (18:06 - 26:26) Orioles' great week (26:27 - 31:36) Mookie Betts' comments (31:37 - 37:48) Tommy Pham (37:59 - 41:31) Best swings & players you'd want to drink a beer with (41:32…

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Mark Wish – “Necessary Deeds” 40:58

4M ago40:58

40:58

“Ferrari Brain” Chatter rolls with Claude, Torie, and Jamie. They hope the best for King Charles, and Torie gets to rave about Pebble Beach. The “most checked out books” includes “The Snowy Day,” and Jamie’s all over it. Prolific writer and book doctor Mark Wish zooms in to share his (according to Torie) somewhat autobiographical “Necessary Deeds.”…

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Episode 105 - Philadelphia Phillies Pitcher Matt Strahm 55:16

4M ago55:16

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This week, Justin is joined by 3x recurring guest, Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm. They discuss: Phillies clubhouse (0:00 - 4:23) Eric Hosmer (4:24 - 7:54) Conditioning & staying healthy (7:55 - 17:39) Rule changes (17:40 - 20:42) Pitching mindset (20:43 - 25:50) Matt's slider (25:51 - 31:05) Phillies Q's (31:33 - 41:48) Rapid fire (41:49 - 54:31) Sp…

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Episode 104 - Best Of The MLB Offseason So Far, Anthony Rendon vs. Playing 162 Games, Josh Hader Is An Astro & More 46:17

5M ago46:17

46:17

This week, Justin and Ryan Ripken discuss: Slow FA market & the best moves of the offseason so far (0:00 - 20:21) Anthony Rendon's comments on 162 game seasons (20:54 - 27:15) Yankees offseason talk (27:16 - 33:01) Josh Hader to Houston (33:30 - 39:37) Tyler Nevin returns to the Orioles (39:38 - 41:08) Players dropped off the MLB Hall of Fame ballo…

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Chip Reid “Battle Scars” 1:01:01

5M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

“Effects that last a lifetime.” Chatter rolls into 2024 with David, Torie, and Jamie. They praise Tara VanDerveer, the winningest NCAA basketball coach, break down self-publisher Beatrix Potter, decide that dogs rule and we all have a ton of books. Longtime journalist Chip Reid zooms in to share “Battle Scars.” Twenty years after embedding with the…

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