Best Music Umpire Podcasts (2024)

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RaysUp - Rays crack .500 + Pirates & Mariners 53:18

15h ago53:18

53:18

15 days before St Pete council votes on new stadium 81 games - at halfway point Rays' hovering around 500 Seattle Mariners winning 2 of 3 in series Importance of maintaining momentum into July Paul Skenes' pitching & comparisons to Randy Johnson Yandy Díaz's hitting streaks Great performances - Ben Rortvedt, Ahmed Rosario, & Randy Arozarena Praise …

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Tampa Bay Rays - highlights for fans to enjoy - RaysUp 57:03

8d ago57:03

57:03

Emotional challenges of being a baseball fan during a tough season & highlights the importance of staying even-keeled, like successful baseball players Recent experience watching the Rays play the Braves in Atlanta, mentioning the hot weather & a humorous incident with a child kicking his seat Rays' pitching struggles, particularly with reliever Ph…

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Give The Work Away! How To Delegate (Part 2) 26:27

9d ago26:27

26:27

Maybe you've heard it said, if you want to go FAST, go ALONE. But if you want to go FAR, you've gotta take someone WITH you. So it is with delegation. You've got to GIVE THE WORK AWAY so that you can DO what only you can do. But what should you be looking for & who can you trust to delegate to? In Part 2 of a 2-Part episode, we explore the characte…

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RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays need a jump start after Orioles debacle 56:36

15d ago56:36

56:36

@Mat_Germain & Mark review the Rays after Discussion about dome stadiums and the necessity of having one with a dome that can be opened or closed. Concerns about player safety with bullpen mounds on the field. Specific example of Johnny DeLuca's near injury due to bullpen placement. Argument for designing stadiums to better protect players. Mention…

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MLB Rules & Umpire Ejections - Know the Rule w/ Lindsay of Close Call Sports 48:14

18d ago48:14

48:14

Lindsay Imber of Close Call Sports visits BaseballBiz On Deck & analyzes MLB Ejections with a breakdown on the process & the rules that may have been broken. She shares a humorous & informative look at baseball league ejections on the Close Call Sports YouTube channel On YouTube channel, Close Call Sports, Lindsay analyzes recent baseball plays usi…

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Show 25 with Gabe Chabot, former BU player and current Pro Hockey Player 49:39

22d ago49:39

49:39

Show 25 with pro player Gabe Chabot focuses on PASSION for the game. Gabe discusses his somewhat of a roller coaster career from Juniors through college and now his pro career. Gabe relied on his passion for the game to carry him through, not only his low times, but also through his high times and has made him the player he is today. He gives great…

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Give The Work Away! How To Delegate (Part 1) 34:21

23d ago34:21

34:21

Maybe you've heard it said, if you want to go FAST, go ALONE. But if you want to go FAR, you've gotta take someone WITH you. So it is with delegation. You've got to GIVE THE WORK AWAY so that you can DO what only you can do. But what should you be looking for & who can you trust to delegate to? In Part 1 of a Part 2 episode, we explore the characte…

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Veronica Alvarez, USA Women's National Baseball Team Coach - prepping for World Cup in Thunder Bay 44:53

25d ago44:53

44:53

Looking back at limited female representation in baseball during his youth & acknowledges the historical and recent progress, mentioning the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League , the Colorado Silver Bullets & the USA Women’s National Team. Veronica Alvarez shares that her love for baseball started at a very young age She recounts seeing…

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RaysUp - Rays lineup shakout, Angel flies away plus Bob Kendrick & Negro League stats 50:26

29d ago50:26

50:26

Retirement of Angel Hernandez, controversial MLB umpire. Mat Germain suggests that umpires over 60 should retire due to declining reflexes and eyesight. Mark Corbett and Mat Germain talk about other umpires like CB Buckner and Joe West, noting that Joe West started a podcast after retirement. Discussion about various sports personalities who have v…

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RaysUp - Colleen Wright of tampabay.com on New Rays stadium in St. Pete 47:38

1M ago47:38

47:38

Colleen Wright, journalist with the Tampa Bay Times visits with Mat & Mark to discuss the status of the new Tampa Bay Rays stadium proposal in St. Pete. History of the Tampa Bay Rays Stadium Saga 2008 Mayor Rick Baker and the Al Lang Stadium Mayor Kriseman allows Rays to look at Tampa Tampa initiative approves fruitless 2022 Mayor Welch scraps Kris…

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RaysUp - Rays minors are rolling with talent, Caminero, Simpson, Williams & Wild 25:54

1M ago25:54

25:54

Looking for light during a tough train ride at the Trop. Mat covers what's cooking in the minors across Durham, Montgomery, Bowling Green & Charleston. Plus a good look at the pitching of Taj Bradley & Taylor Houck Mat’s Rays minor League report – Durham Bulls, Montgomery Biscuits, Bowling Green & Charleston River Dogs AA – Chandler Simpson – Steal…

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RaysUp - Who is moving out & up + St. Pete Stadium realities for Tampa Bay Rays 57:41

1M ago57:41

57:41

RaysUp Mat Germain & Mark Corbett tracking the Rays with 25% of the season gone Plus St. Pete Stadium agreement it's closer than you think First quarter lackluster performance of Tampa Bay Rays Civale is pitching well but needs to work on pitching mix Taj Bradley - great mindset - Future Ace Bats warming up DeLuca, Lowe, Arozarena, Caballero Pullin…

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Keep It Simple Stupid! 22:48

1M ago22:48

22:48

Everyone has that one junk drawer in their house. It's the "catch all" that keeps random cables, batteries, old phone chargers, change, and opened envelopes. Home organization experts say to tame a disorganized space or drawer, you must 1. Empty, 2. Sort, 3. Purge, and 4. Replace. Just like a junk drawer, even your life can get cluttered and random…

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Meggie Meidlinger - USA Women's Baseball Team pitcher, World Cup Gold winner gives back 27:05

2M ago27:05

27:05

Meggie Meidlinger - Architect, Baseball pitcher, 2015 USA Women’s Baseball Team Gold-Medal winner & role model continues to give back to the game Full battery from Catcher to Pitcher Maximizing mechanics as a pitcher Why are young girls expected to move out of baseball and onto softball? Successful Women’s sports in professional & basketball teams.…

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RaysUp - DeLuca and Lowe back & the bats warm up with Grit & Glow of Tampa Bay Rays 46:02

2M ago46:02

46:02

Mat & Mark check out the 5 game winning streak of the Rays and a look to the future of the Tampa Bay Rays roster and how that will impact the team Grit & Glow uniform Rave Reviews Rays selling strategy with the new City Connect uniforms and Nike Black Rays jersey are they bringing the energy to the team Armstrong & Palacios – on how to create a pos…

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RaysUp - Bang-up with Milwaukee Brewers & looking for Randy & Yandy 53:39

2M ago53:39

53:39

Mat & Mark look for a positive future with potential Tampa Bay Rays Roster Changes and new life from MLB City Connect uniform gear Randy & Yandy - trying to do everything Josh Lowe, Deluca & Aranda’s return soon to come Bernie the Brewer & Tampa Bay Rays mascot Raymond – launched from on-high William Contreras – Catcher strategies – what if the Ray…

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Get Better Every Day | The Relentless Pursuit Of Excellence (Part 2) 25:23

2M ago25:23

25:23

Maybe it's just us, but it feels like "excellence" has become something of a buzzword for many companies and individuals these days. But, just because it's written on the walls doesn't always happening down the halls. And whether you're the leader of an organization, leading your home, or even leading yourself, YOU are the standard bearer for excel…

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Show 24 with ROCHESTER KNIGHTHAWKS Pro LACROSSE General Manager Dan Carey 50:05

2M ago50:05

50:05

Dan Carey, Rochester Knighthawks Pro Lacrosse GM, former pro lacrosse player, HOCKEY DAD and HOCKEY ENTHUSIAST joins the show. The fellas strenthen the resolve on playing mutlitple sports, playing with passion and loving whichever sport you're playing at the time! Dan discusses his passion for both hockey and lacrosse and how he played both passion…

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RaysUp - Where is Randy Arozarena, Detroit Tigers claw at TB Rays 45:44

2M ago45:44

45:44

Mat Germain & Mark need an Men In Black memory wipe for this April. Where are we and how do we climb up Turnaround for Randy Arozarena needed – changing superstitions & rituals. Randy’s Home Run against Tigers the beginning of an improved Arozarena Changing the mindset of a player Limited Runs and lack of Extra Base Hits – dramatically less than 20…

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RaysUp - Angels visit the Trop & Rays face Mike Trout 45:16

2M ago45:16

45:16

Rays & 13 inning game with the Anaheim Angels MLBDevelops TrailblazerSeries at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex @USABaseball @USABaseball Mo'ne Davis, Tamara Holmes, Megan Meidlinger, Lefty Lesko, Maybelle Blair & Perry Barber at the event @Mat_Germain_ shares story of daughter’s friend playing baseball in the province Rays scrapping their way …

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Get Better Every Day | The Relentless Pursuit Of Excellence (Part 1) 32:44

2M ago32:44

32:44

Maybe it's just us, but it feels like "excellence" has become something of a buzzword for many companies and individuals these days. But, just because it's written on the walls doesn't always happening down the halls. And whether you're the leader of an organization, leading your home, or even leading yourself, YOU are the standard bearer for excel…

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RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays a winning week with Rockies & Angels 44:19

3M ago44:19

44:19

Mat Germain & Mark Corbett – Somethings cooking in the Rays kitchen "Winningly Good” Marlins rough road Colorado Rockies – Pete Fairbanks. The balls are horrible. “That’s what happens when you don’t throw strikes” Velo down 2 MPH - Pete doesn’t do well in the cold Rays pen was out of sorts in first Rockies game Ryan Pepiot – 11K in 6 innings, was t…

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RaysUp Tampa Bay Rays - MLB Opening Week Review of Blue Jays & Rangers 49:16

3M ago49:16

49:16

Mark and Mat discuss Tampa Bay Rays Opening Week and a look at baseball luminaries and failures amongst other MLB teams Opening week review: The Rays' performance in first 7games, facing tough opponents like Toronto Blue Jays and World Series Champions Texas Rangers. Analysis of other AL East teams: Red Sox, Yankees, Orioles, and Blue Jays' early s…

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Dealing With Criticism | with MLB Umpire, Vic Carapazza 46:51

3M ago46:51

46:51

It’s officially baseball season & we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than to invite our dear friend and MLB Umpire Vic Carapazza on the show. With a 20+ year career behind the plate, a decade in the majors, and most recently a World Series appearance – Vic stands out among today’s top umpires in the game. Beyond balls & strikes, the tru…

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Opening Day RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays & Toronto Blue Jays with Mat Germain 47:52

3M ago47:52

47:52

Mat Germain & Mark Corbett – Tampa Bay Rays MLB Opening Day Eve give #RaysUp fans the lowdown Tampa Bay Rays Roster Prep for 2024 season Blake Snell finally signs a contract, what about Tommy Pham Austin Shenton moves up from AAA Durham Bulls to MLB Rays for Opening Day First 2 weeks of the schedule includes Toronto Blue Jays, Texas Rangers, San Fr…

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Florida Bolts Girls Baseball - Opening the Future for Girls & Women in Baseball 31:52

3M ago31:52

31:52

Florida Bolts 5 teams give young girls from 8 to 18 the opportunity to play in all girl baseball tournaments. Brooke & Lily Greene share their stories about their team and more possibilities for women in the game like the BFA Nationals. Brooke and Lily Greene, who are involved with the Florida Bolts girls' baseball organization, discussing their pa…

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What Do You REALLY Want?! 32:38

3M ago32:38

32:38

As we grow in life & leadership, we have to ask ourselves this question – WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT? It may sound like a selfish question on the surface – “getting what you want.” But if you don’t do the work to clarify it, you’re going to be frustrated. In your life, in your home, in your family, at your job, during the year, for vacation, in your m…

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RaysUp Tampa Bay Rays last week Spring Training 46:56

3M ago46:56

46:56

Mat Germain & Mark Corbett review the Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training and get ready for the 2024 upcoming MLB season Tampa Bay Pitching Arms Rodriguez on board as Andrew Kittredge departs Phil Maton Jose Caballero – short stop – his speed is electric Ruben Cardenas Austin Shenton Rays Shortstop position evolution – Adames, Franco, Walls & now Caball…

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It's About Time We Talk About Time | Strategies For Every Minute (Part 2) 20:43

4M ago20:43

20:43

How can we make the most of every minute as we lead our lives, families, & organizations? All too often we focus on the BIG stuff, and we don’t realize all of the tiny changes that are necessary. You can aspire to big goals, but if you don’t prioritize your time & manage it well, you’re going to fall short. Join us for Part 2 of this 2 Part Episode…

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Show 23 with NFL Quarterback Caleb Hanie 1:21:45

4M ago1:21:45

1:21:45

NFL Quarterback (Bears/Broncos) and hockey fan CALEB HANIE joins Maksy and Average Joe in the Lair. The fellas talk the LIONS, the BEARS, PEYTON MANNING and lots of football. Then they swithch gears and talk hockey as Caleb is a big hockey fan and his son played. Caleb discusses the importance of playing multiple sports, as well as, handling pressu…

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RaysUp - 2024 Tampa Bay Rays MLB Spring Training begins 39:21

4M ago39:21

39:21

Mat Germain @Mat_Germain_ & Mark talk about the first days of MLB Spring Training. Spring Training weather – Canada or Florida Can’t take Spring Training seriously just ask Nolan Ryan Mat highlights Trevor Martin's pitching performance for the Rays, and his potential for the future. Battery sparks - pairing pitchers & catchers and the role of catch…

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Perry Barber - Leads a path for girls & women to become umpires & baseball players 1:03:54

4M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Perry Barber a 40 year path as a leading woman umpire in baseball and an icon to young women aspiring to play and officiate the game Jeopardy championship and baseball trivia launched Perry into a love of baseball $660 game show winnings, NY city sublet, Bon Ami cleaner, Rice-A-Roni + beer & skittles She was the intro musical act for Springsteen Pe…

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It's About Time We Talk About Time | Strategies For Every Minute (Part 1) 30:38

4M ago30:38

30:38

How can we make the most of every minute as we lead our lives, families, & organizations? All too often we focus on the BIG stuff, and we don’t realize all of the tiny changes that are necessary. You can aspire to big goals, but if you don’t prioritize your time & manage it well, you’re going to fall short. Join us for Part 1 of this 2 Part Episode…

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Pitchers & Catchers Report - Mat Germain gives us the low down as Spring Training starts up 49:11

4M ago49:11

49:11

Pitchers and Catchers Report - Aaron Boone – Having Sand kicked in the Face Mark Corbett & Mat Germain discuss spring training, free agents & team expectations. Mat analyzes the pitching staffs of various teams, highlighting potential ace pitchers like Cole Ragans and Tarik Skubal. Impact of pitchers like George Kirby and Logan Gilbert for the Seat…

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Show 22 (Part 2) with ROCKER, GUITAR PLAYER and HUGE HOCKEY FAN Keith Robert War. 59:45

4M ago59:45

59:45

Keith joins Maksy in the RNH Lair for an amazing interview talking rock music, hockey and all the great similarities that go along with both. Keith is a life long NYR fan and recently a Vegas convert as he now resides there. Keith discusses his professional life as a guitar player with Dee Snider's solo band, his journey with TWISTED SISTER as a te…

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Show 22 (Part 1) with Haley Winn of Clarkson University 46:43

5M ago46:43

46:43

Part 1 of 2 has D 1 defenseman of highly ranked Clarkson University and of the US National Team, Haley Winn, joins the fellas in the Rock N Hockey Lair. Haley discusses her play with Clarkson, as well as, her play with the National Team. She discusses all her work to get there but the importance of living more in the moment. She also discusses her …

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Dodgers Spring Training w/ Announcer Tim Neverett 43:41

5M ago43:41

43:41

Day 1 of Dodgers Arizona Spring Training Players have reported early DodgerFest – Shohei Ohtani – World Media will surround him Ohtani much like Taylor Swift or Beatles Did Blue Jays benefit from early speculation on Ohtani flying to Toronto Shohei – once in a lifetime player, understands the difference between Angels & Dodgers fandom Yamamoto – wo…

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Zoom Out: 3 Tips For Clarity & Focus In Your Life 34:52

5M ago34:52

34:52

Life is moving fast, and sometimes it’s difficult to get perspective. When busyness, to-do lists, projects, and even expectations begin to pile up, we can easily lose focus of our days. Left unchecked, days turn into weeks & weeks turn into a life that is unfocused and unclear. How do we reset? It’s important to zoom out and look at our lives with …

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Tamara Holmes - Baseball Player, Firefighter, Athlete, Parent & Mentor 33:20

5M ago33:20

33:20

From Little League in Albany CA to World Class baseball player and now also a firefighter in Oakland CA Tamara Holmes has led the way for many young women to see a path to the great game of Women's baseball. Tamara was on the 2015 USA Women's Baseball team that brought back the Gold from the Pan-Am games. Barnstorming with Coors Colorado Silver Bul…

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The Genius Of God Is In The Diversity Of His People with Pastor Monté Dillard 1:18:13

5M ago1:18:13

1:18:13

This week, we welcome our dear friend and Pastor Q’s “twin brother,” Pastor Monté Dillard. Pastor Monté is the Senior Pastor of the First Church of God Christian Life Center in Evanston, IL – near Chicago, and is without a doubt one of the most influential leaders in his community. We discussed racial reconciliation, diversity, and what it looks li…

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Show 21 with Dave Condon, D1 Baseball Umpire, Hockey Dad and Hockey Manager 1:29:49

6M ago1:29:49

1:29:49

D1 Baseball Umpire, Hockey Dad and Hockey manager, Dave Condon, joins Maksy and Average Joe on the Show. Dave discusses the sometimes rocky relationship with Umpires, hockey refs, coaches and parents. Dave also talk about the unique relationship and impact coaches have on players. The fellas discuss hockey parents and hockey parenting, as well as, …

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RaysUp - 2024 Tampa Bay Rays - Mat Germain & Mark look forward 44:18

6M ago44:18

44:18

Dangerous Dodgers – just another house of Cards like Mets early 2023 or a force to be reckoned with Shohei Ohtani – 2-way player – 2 Tommy John’s – 10-year contract – how will he compare to Aaron Judge results with the Yankees Ohtani Confidence – compared to Tiger Woods RaysUp – “St. Pete Rays” – and the new “Trop” in St. Petersburg not in Tampa wi…

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New Year Rhythms: Finding The Groove For Your Life, Family, & Organization In 2024 24:25

6M ago24:25

24:25

The best drummers in the world understand the nuances of timing & rhythm better than anyone. They aren't crashing all the cymbals and slapping the toms all at once. They know when to play, when to rest, and all of the dynamics in between. So it is with our lives, families, and organizations. If we are going to be the best we can be in 2024, we have…

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Top 5 Podcast Moments of 2023 29:15

6M ago29:15

29:15

We want to thank you JUST LEAD Family for the best year of the podcast yet! We're honored to get to serve you & invest in your life, family, and organization. Join us as we dust off the old vinyls & go back in time to rediscover the Top 5 Moments of 2023. To listen to the full conversation & download the show notes from each of these moments, make …

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Show 20 with Junior Coach and former Pro/College player Alyssa Sleasman 1:23:46

7M ago1:23:46

1:23:46

Alyssa joins the crew in the ROCK N HOCKEY LAIR, for some hockey talk. Alyssa discusses the inner workings of coaching junior hockey. She also goes in depth about the Coach-Player relationship and how important it is to development. She shares insight, stories and her taste in music. Churchie, our color commentator from Flint Michigan, calls in and…

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The Christmas Movie Leadership Mt. Rushmore 33:27

7M ago33:27

33:27

Grab some popcorn & get ready to discover some leadership gold inside of your favorite Christmas classics. Yeah, yeah, don’t act like you don’t have those Hallmark movies on repeat (even if it is just the same story with different sweaters)! Believe it or not, there’s essential lessons we can apply to our life, family, and organizations tucked away…

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Brandon Noe @SportsBlitzPod Announces the 2023 Goofy Gobbler Awards 36:22

7M ago36:22

36:22

Thanksgiving Day Parade with Tommy & Jimmy Icons of the game get their just due as Brandon & Mark award the 5th annual Goofy Gobbler awards. Baseball and Sports Idols beware History of the Goofy Gobbler @SportsBlitzPod 2 ZZ Top Sharp Dressed Men bring the Awards Grandpa Politics - Colin Cowherd (Casual Fan) o Cowherd felt the Angels could get “five…

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If You Don’t Know Why It’s Working, How Can You Fix It When It Breaks? 24:13

8M ago24:13

24:13

As dynamic leaders, we love to move fast and get things done! But BEFORE you move too quickly onto the next big mountain, it’s important to take some time to EVALUATE where you’re at & how you’re doing. These honest moments come from the desire to always get better. Whether it’s with your team, family, or even self-reflection, taking time to evalua…

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No Crying In Baseball - Author Erin Carlson shares "A League of Their Own" stories 59:41

8M ago59:41

59:41

Erin Carlson spins Baseball Women stories from the movie of "A League of Their Own". How Penny Marshall earned the respect of the AAGPBL, Stories of the All-American Players Tomboy & Director Penny Marshall moves from dancer to performing arts to Laverne & Shirley Transition from Laverne to director From BIG to Baseball Tom Hanks interprets Penny’s…

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There's No Map, But Here's A Compass | Leading In Uncharted Waters 26:15

8M ago26:15

26:15

Sometimes leaders are faced with situations that they can lead through by drawing on past experiences. But what about the times when something in completely NEW, and you find yourself in uncharted waters? Everyone is looking to you to lead, but there are is no precedent and no map for where to go or how to get there. Even in uncertainty, we believe…

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