Best Negro League Museum Podcasts (2024)

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Bob Kendrick on Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Willie Mays and the Negro League on MLB The Show 40:20

2d ago40:20

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Bob Kendrick grew up in the small town of Crawfordville, Georgia. In 1980, he accepted a basketball scholarship to play at Park College in Parkville, Missouri making his way to the Midwest for the first time. Following a 10-year newspaper career, Kendrick began his tenure with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, MO in 1998 and was nam…

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Orioles - Nate Andrews from Full Count Chaos visits BaseballBiz On Deck 55:06

2h ago55:06

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Orioles first team to hit 70 game wins AL East – would you go into the season as Wild Card or win the division Momentum v Time-Off before post-season Since 1990 – MLB’s winningest team has only won World Series 7 times Dodger 106 wins went 1 in 9 in post-season Restructure the post-season? O’s had 101 wins in regular season last year Teams that hav…

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The Legacy of Willie Mays 52:20

1h ago52:20

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Bob Kendrick explores the life and legacy of Willie Mays. From his days as a teenager playing against adults in the Negro Leagues, his unique combination of speed and power in MLB with the Giants, to his impact on society before and after the Civil Rights Movement. Biographer Jim Hirsch joins the conversation to discuss how the Negro Leagues influe…

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RaysUp & WBSC USA Women's Baseball Gold Cup with Mat Germain & Mark 42:36

6d ago42:36

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Happy Birthday to Matt Joyce Chicago White Sox broke 21 game losing streak – need an “Angels in the Outfield” solution WSBC Women’s Baseball World Cup teams, Canada, Japan, USA, Mexico, Venezuela, China Tapei USA defeats Japan in the Round Robin breaking a 39-game winning streak going back to 2012 Japan won Gold championship game against USA 2 days…

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Tony Saladino Jr. - Godfather of Tampa & Ybor baseball 23:04

6d ago23:04

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Educator, historian, baseball enthusiast, and advocate of the game Highly respected in Tampa's baseball community and known for his contributions, including the Tony Saladino Senior Tournament. Tony's Baseball Beginnings: Tony fell in love with baseball in Ybor City, inspired by Al Lopez. He played in a recreational league before Little Leagues exi…

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Dick LeBeau on 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers LEGENDARY Defense, and his Hall of Fame Playing and Coaching Career 46:32

8d ago46:32

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Dick LeBeau on 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers, Hall of Fame Playing Career and 45-Year NFL Coaching Career Dick Lebeau was born in London, Ohio just 25 miles from Columbus. He stayed close to home and played for legendary coach Woody Hayes at Ohio State and was a two-way player on the 1957 Buckeyes National Championship team. The Cleveland Browns drafted…

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MLB Trade Deadline - Rays - Marlins - Yankees & Women's USA Baseball 46:03

12d ago46:03

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From a Canadian campfire, Mat Germain and Mark are still on the team they have not been traded to another sports show. Blue Jays to Dodgers - Kevin Kiermaier anFd Andrew Freeman meet again in L.A. Put the tents away the Rays have a home thanks to the Piniellas County Commissioners & 300 million dollars. Rays & the city of St Pete look to flourish w…

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Black Diamonds Returns AUGUST 14 2:30

13d ago2:30

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Black Diamonds is back! The award-winning podcast of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum returns with all-new episodes telling the sport's most incredible stories, starting August 14th. Follow Bob Kendrick on Twitter/X - @nlbmprez Follow Bob Kendrick on Instagram - @nlbmprez To support the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and preserve the legacy of Buck…

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Josh Rawitch on the Baseball Hall of Fame, Vin Scully, Johnny Bench and the Dave Matthews Band 38:07

16d ago38:07

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Josh Rawitch is a Los Angeles native who grew up playing baseball and idolizing the Los Angeles Dodgers. He attended Indiana University thinking he would be the next Vin Scully and instead became Scully's "boss" during his 15 years working for the Dodgers rising to Vice President of Communications. Rawitch also spent a decade working for the Arizon…

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Tamara Holmes & USA Baseball Women's Team at World Cup in Thunder Bay 32:26

16d ago32:26

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Tamara Holmes, Pan Am World Cup winner talks with us about the Women’s Baseball World Cup in Thunder Bay. USA Baseball Women’s World Cup @MLBDevelops & @USABaseball – camps develop young women for baseball Women are getting bigger, faster and stronger in the game Veronica Alvarez has built a solid plan for the Women’s Team Alvarez’s Mini-Mic Monday…

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Early report on expected Rays transactions - recorded before Arozarena went to Mariners 28:23

18d ago28:23

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Recorded before Randy Arozarena went to the Mariners Are the Rays like Deadpool & Wolverine – getting torn up and then regenerating Ryan Reynolds & Hugh Jackman hang out Rays swinging from the Tropicana rafters like Spiderman July 30th - Mat’s birthday – he’s 12 again Trade deadlines & Piniellas county vote on Rays’ St. Pete stadium Draft pick trad…

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Approved - New Rays Stadium, St. Pete Council says YES 5 to 3 41:47

27d ago41:47

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Colleen Wright journalist of TampaBay.com discusses St. Pete Council approval of new Tampa Bay Rays stadium & the long journey to get there Council Votes & Reactions Recent council decisions were expected, with minor changes to environmental & sustainability language The council vote went as expected, with a 5-3 split Strengthened language in the c…

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RaysUp it's All-Star Week, Draft, Home Run Derby & Canadian Baseball v Hockey 50:54

26d ago50:54

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Mat Germain discusses the concentration of baseball greats during All-Star Week and critiques the allocation of All-Star games. Rays' All-Star representatives, including a ball boy, Braden Coles & Home Run Hitter, Isaac Paredes All-Star Game Festivities: Mr. and Mrs. Met on the Red Carpet Mat highlights the evolving fan engagement activities during…

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USA Women's Baseball Journey, 2010 & forward to 2024 Women's World Baseball Cup with Dr. Ring 44:10

29d ago44:10

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Dr. Jennifer Ring visits and we discuss Women in Baseball's challenges, the Trailblazers and the path ahead. U.S. Women's National Baseball Team's & n the World Cup in Thunder Bay, Ontario Discussion on the lack of a league for the U.S. Women's National Baseball Team. The necessity for ongoing trials and roster selections close to tournament dates.…

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RaysUp! Trade deadlines, the kings of Draft, The Baz returns 40:41

1M ago40:41

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Tampa Bay Rays – Mat’s getting Drafty Wander Franco - $2 million Rays money back in the bank Evan Longoria – Franchise Guy – will he be back in the front office like Denard Span FO decision to cut Longoria angered fans long ago Phil Maton and Civale cleared off the roster Will the Rays be making room for better options Who may be moving out – Siri,…

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Former Yankee and ESPN broadcaster Dave Cohen on baseball's lack of hitting, college football's need to adopt the NFL model, and some of hockey's greatest mysteries 37:52

1M ago37:52

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This time Dave and Gary drink coffee and commiserate on some of the big issues in sports from the growing confusion at the college level to arm angles and to what basketball has learned from soocer.

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Tampa Bay Rays put Pirates & Mariners to sea - RaysUp 53:18

2M ago53:18

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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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Lance Parrish on Detroit Tigers 1984 World Series and "Bodyguard" to Tina Turner 1:00:31

2M ago1:00:31

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Lance Parrish was born in Pennsylvania and grew up in California where he was a three-sport star in high school. With an offer to play football at UCLA, Parrish was drafted in the first round by the Detroit Tigers in 1974 and decided to start his professional career. While making his way through the minor leagues, Parrish had a brief stint as a "bo…

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

2M ago57:03

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

2M ago56:36

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@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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BONUS | Full Breakdown of Negro Leagues Stats Entering the Major League Record Books 20:37

2M ago20:37

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Bob Kendrick reacts to the news of Negro Leagues statistics officially entering the Major League record books, following three years of intensive work by the Negro Leagues Statistical Review Committee. With the accomplishments of more than 2,300 Negro Leagues ballplayers from 1920-1948 being recognized, Bob looks at the path taken to reach the hist…

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

2M ago48:14

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

3M ago44:53

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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

3M ago50:26

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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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Jeff Gordon, Jim Kelly, Rick Barnes, Booger McFarland and more give us a few great minutes. 15:45

3M ago15:45

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Our annual trip to the V Foundation for Pediatric Cancer gala in Sarasota netted interviews with some of the stars, who suppor the cause, but also have oipinions on some of sports most pressing issues. Listen as we talk with Buiffalo Bills Hall of Famer, and three time cancer survisor Jim Kelly; NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon; Tenessee basketaball coach…

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

3M ago47:38

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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

3M ago25:54

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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

3M ago57:41

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

3M ago27:05

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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

3M ago46:02

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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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You’ve watched him for years on Braves and Hawks pre and post game shows, before that as the sports voice of Headline News—now Jerome Jurenovich is back on Sports Across the Board. 31:05

3M ago31:05

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Jerome talks candidly about why he retired , tells stories from his 40 year broadcast career, and comments on the Atlanta Hawks' need to press the refresh button.

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

3M ago53:39

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

4M ago45:44

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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

4M ago45:16

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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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Dre' Bly Reflects on his 11-year NFL Journey, from Winning a Super Bowl to Coaching 43:19

4M ago43:19

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Dre' Bly Reflects on His 11-year NFL Journey, from Winning a Super Bowl to CoachingDre' Bly grew up in Chesapeake, VA raised by parents who were long-time educators. Bly played multiple sports as a kid highlighted by baseball and football. A fan of Michael Jordan and the Tar Heels, Bly chose to play at North Carolina over schools like Virginia, Vir…

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

4M ago44:19

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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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Bob Kendrick brings the Negro Leagues to life. Kendrick is the president of the Negro Leagues Museum in Kansas City. . 33:25

4M ago33:25

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Did you know “Cool Papa” Bell was so quick he could turn off the switch and be in bed before the room went dark? Do you know about baseball’s “forgotten man? How about where the great Hank Aaron began his illustrious career? The answers to these and other questions help form the history of baseball’s Negro Leagues. Listen as the Negro Leagues Museu…

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

4M ago49:16

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

5M ago47:52

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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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Dan “Nitro” Clark on being an American Gladiator and Netflix docuseries “Muscles & Mayhem” 48:24

5M ago48:24

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Dan “Nitro” Clark on being an American Gladiator and Netflix docuseries “Muscles & Mayhem”Dan Clark was born in Japan. After trying boxing and baseball, he turned to football which would take him to San Jose State and a brief stint in the NFL with the Los Angeles Rams. When his football career ended, Clark moved to Hollywood with Arnold Schwarzeneg…

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

5M ago31:52

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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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RaysUp Tampa Bay Rays last week Spring Training 46:56

5M ago46:56

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

6M ago39:21

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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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Rick Strom, former Georgia Tech and Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, on faith, football and never giving up. 44:12

6M ago44:12

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Through trials and tribulations, both mental and physical, Rick Strom built a career in college football and the NFL. Hear stories about his coaches including Bill Curry, Chuck Noll and Marv Levy. Gain insights into his teammates such as Detroit's Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders. And learn how faith and determination led him to a career he …

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

6M ago1:03:54

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

6M ago49:11

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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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Joe Kleine on winning a gold medal and NBA title with Michael Jordan plus battling with Shaq, Hakeem Olajuwan and David Robinson 46:17

6M ago46:17

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Joe Kleine grew up in Slater, Missouri where he was a 2nd Team Parade All-American basketball player. Raised Catholic and a big Notre Dame fan, Kleine chose to play for the Fighting Irish and head coach Digger Phelps. After transferring to Arkansas where he played for another legendary coach in Eddie Sutton, Kleine saw his game flourish. From 1982-…

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Dodgers Spring Training w/ Announcer Tim Neverett 43:41

6M ago43:41

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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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Artist Chire Regans searches for the truth in portraits, names and hair 48:16

7M ago48:16

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The Black Lives Matter movement pushed Chire Regans' art in the direction of social awareness. From portraits of gun violence victims to sculptures exploring hair braiding practices, the new Oolite Arts resident hopes to spark change through her pieces.By Carlos Frías, Leslie Ovalle Atkinson, Elisa Baena

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