Best CandidCubs Podcasts (2024)

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Glass Half Empty 53:06

1h ago53:06

53:06

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ We return to discuss another week of Cubs baseball! Sean Hot Stove Cubbies Chapin returns to share the frustration fans have with the current state of the team. Our sponsor, Wrigleyville Sports, sent two folks to hang out with us and talk about their store and the Chicago Cubs. Harry Caray needed a break from the bullpen…

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Glass Half Full 21:15

7d ago21:15

21:15

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Cubs win their first 3 game series in a month and the positivity is flowing. This week, we look at the positives of the 2024, as the negatives have been beaten to death. ⏰ Time Stamps: Box Score Blitz (01:08) FlyTheDoubleU Standings Update (07:31) Glass Half Full (09:15) Series Preview (17:12) En Feugo with Johnny of Tru…

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Deja Vu All Over Again 41:27

14d ago41:27

41:27

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Frustration mounts as the Cubs offense plays Houdini and the bullpen cannot hold onto close games. Hot Stove Cubbies returns in a new segment, while Harry Caray celebrates some crosstown bragging rights. ⏰ Time Stamps: Box Score Blitz - (02:00) Fly the Double U Standings - (08:36) 15 Mins or Less with Hot Stove Cubbies -…

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A Grading Experience with Special Guest Miguel Esparza 54:45

21d ago54:45

54:45

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ After catching Crosstown Cup Euphoria...not, Bricks Behind the Ivy celebrates the end of the School Year with handing the Cubs a report card. Are they hanging this one on the fridge, or are they afraid to show Mom and Dad? Also, Miguel Esparza, Spanish PBP Announcer for our beloved Cubbies joins us for a special intervie…

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Can't "Catch" a Break 42:36

28d ago42:36

42:36

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Bad luck and lack of hits with runners in scoring position doomed the Cubs to a 1-5 week. With the team a game under .500, what is next? Join Jeff this week as we catch up on the games, and look at a break in tough opponents as a chance to recharge presents itself. Harry Caray returns with some “Deep Thoughts” on the Cub…

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No Offense - With Special Guest, Alex Cohen! 59:45

1M ago59:45

59:45

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ We made it to another Friday, but with less total offense than we would have liked. A 2-5 home stand prior to the Cardinals and Brewers feels less than ideal, but health is on the way. Or help? Alex Cohen (@voiceofcohen2), the play-by-play announcer for the Iowa Cubs joins Jeff to talk his story into baseball and thought…

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Shota Me the Fun 45:57

1M ago45:57

45:57

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Welcome back, Brick Heads! After a 3-3 road trip, the Cubs return home to play...the same 2 teams? Sean and Jeff react to a confusing schedule, announce a bunch of BBTI news, along with discussing what makes the 2024 Cubs team fun. ⏰ Time Stamps: * Box Score Blitz - (00:02:15) * Hot Stove Standings - (00:12:00) * Finding…

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Rumor Has It... 43:24

2M ago43:24

43:24

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ ==============================================================It's Friday! That means another episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy! The tough stretch for the offense continues, as the Cubs split their 6 games since our last episode. However, Sean Hot Stove Cubbies Chapin is on the case with his sources for early MLB Trade Ru…

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Bonus Episode - MLB The Show Discussion with Mills 1:47:20

2M ago1:47:20

1:47:20

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ ============================================================== When I fell in love with the Cubs, I also fell in love with baseball video games. At one point in time, there were several releases each season. As time went on, it became clear one product stood above the rest: Playstation's MLB the Show series. MLB the Show…

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#MayThe4thBeWithYou - A Special Cubs/Star Wars Tribute 1:06:40

2M ago1:06:40

1:06:40

The HOST CANDIDCUBS speaks! The galaxy has heard a mysterious broadcast, a threat of REVENGE on the NL Central in the well-mannered voice of CRAIG COUNSELL. JEFF "CANDIDCUBS" RAGAUSKIS analyzes the numbers of the day to day player intelligence, while SEAN "HOTSTOVECUBBIES" CHAPIN, the last hope of the Cub Podcasts, trains for the battle against the…

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Episode 13 - Not Happ-y 54:56

2M ago54:56

54:56

Not the best road trip... Red SAWX and Metropolitans spoil good vibes as the Cubs end a road tilt 3-4. What is going on with Ian Happ? How do the Cubs have the record they do? Join us as we discuss the latest week, including the Box Score Blitz, Hot Stove Standings, and a preview of the week to come. Check out this link from our friends at Wrigleyv…

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Episode 12 - Brick Walls Hurt Players and Hearts 41:31

2M ago41:31

41:31

On this weeks BBTI, Jeff and Sean avoid the injured list to bring you: A BIG announcement Box Score Blitz Hot Stove Standings The Next Man up and Replacement of WAR 3 Minor Leaguers to Watch Next Series Preview Looking for the Wrigleyville Sports Link? - https://www.wrigleyvillesports.com?sca_ref=5984705.Pc5YKklniF Follow this link and use "BRICKS1…

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The 10% Episode ... or 18/162nds with BleacherNation's Michael Cerami 50:19

2M ago50:19

50:19

BONUS EPISODE! Jeff and Sean are joined by Michael Cerami from BleacherNation, one of the top Cub news sites, to discuss their impressions at this point of the marathon. How do you feel about the Cubs so far? Do you lineup with our thoughts. Find out on a bonus edition of Bricks Behind the Ivy!By candidcubs

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Episode 11 - Busch Fire 47:26

2M ago47:26

47:26

The West Coast trip is finally over! Join Jeff and Sean as they hit all of the highs and lows in the Mariners and Diamondback series. Also, will Jeff ever stop professing his love for Michael Busch. Probably not.By candidcubs

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Episode 10 - West Coast Woes 1:21:15

3M ago1:21:15

1:21:15

t is Week 2 of the regular season and we have the recap on all of your Cubs action. This week, Jeff and Sean are joined by the great IFG, @infiedlflygrl. IFG is a regular on the Son Ranto Show, along with being an avid Cub fan. She helps us find the joy in baseball over sees, while helping us with the weekly topics: Box Score Blitz Standings Check …

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Episode 9 - Fasten Those Seatbelts 52:47

3M ago52:47

52:47

One Week in the books, and Bricks Behind the Ivy is back to recap and analyze all the lows and highs. In a week that reminded us of the torture of losing the opener and then having an off day, Jeff and Sean take a closer look at a patient offense and a crafty Counsel. In this episode, we discuss: Box Score Blitz - 00:04:03:05 Standings - 00:10:10:0…

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Episode 8 - HAPPY OPENING DAY -2024 Cubs Preview 1:33:25

3M ago1:33:25

1:33:25

It is finally here! After sulking in my CandidCub Cave since early October, it is time to emerge to join Sean in projection our beloved Cubbies as they begin the 2024 campaign, wrapping up our NL Central Division preview series with our beloved boys in blue. In this week’s episode, Sean and I discuss the team as we get rolling for the regular seaso…

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Episode 7 - NL Central Preview, Part 4 - St. Louis Cardinals with @Cardinals_Live from the "Heart of the Order" Podcast 1:16:57

3M ago1:16:57

1:16:57

We made it! Welcome to the final NL Central Preview Episode. We talk with @Cardinals_Live about - Offseason Thoughts/Additions - Lineup Projections - Rotation Projections -Cardinals Over/Under Win totals Stay tuned for next week's episode on our Cubs projections!By candidcubs

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Episode 6 - NL Central Preview, Part 3 - Cincinnati Reds 1:06:39

3M ago1:06:39

1:06:39

Welcome to Part 3 of our NL Central Preview. In this episode, we speak with Reds super-fan Andy Evans. Join us as we: Discuss the offseason Predict the Reds Line-up and Rotation Declare Ian Happ as the owner of the Reds Publicly apologize to Joseph Votto (Jeff Only).By BBTI Podcasts

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Episode 5 - NL Central Preview, Part 2 - Milwaukee Brewers with Jake McKibbin of "Brewer Fanatic" 1:10:56

3M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

In the second of our NL Central Preview series, Jeff and Sean sit down with Jake McKibbin, an Ireland native and top writer for Brewers Fanatic to discuss the Milwaukee Brewers. What is the Craig Counsell effect? Who is in that rotation? Is the bullpen more than Devin Williams? Listen Today!By BBTI Podcasts

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Episode 4 - NL Central Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates with Ethan Smith of Locked On Pirates 52:07

4M ago52:07

52:07

Welcome to another episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, A Cubs Podcast with Jeff "CandidCubs" Ragauskis and Sean "HotStoveCubbies" Chapin. This episode, we are joined by Ethan Smith of "Locked On Pirates" to discuss the Pittsburgh Pirates and his outlook on 2024. This is our first in our NL Central Preview Series.…

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Episode 3 - Small Sample Size Alert! & Brett Taylor from BleacherNation 1:14:15

4M ago1:14:15

1:14:15

Welcome Back! On Episode 3 of BBTI: Sean and I discuss players that we have taken notice of in Spring (00:01:46) We dance into the Cubs interesting Bench issue (00.25:00) Special Guest! First ever guest for BBTI! We are joined by Brett Taylor of BleacherNation! (00:34:00)By BBTI Podcasts

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Episode 2 -"Best Shape of Our Lives" Season 1:12:15

4M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Welcome back to Bricks Behind the Ivy, a podcast about the Chicago Cubs! In Episode 2, Sean and I discuss: a.) Our excitement about Cody Bellinger (0:00:15) b.) Players we are looking forward to watching in Spring Training (0:10:58) c.) Position Battles we are watching (0:39:30)By BBTI Podcasts

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Episode 1 - An Off Off-season 1:02:16

4M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

Welcome to the first ever episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy. This week, Sean and Jeff discuss their entrance into Cubs fandom. In addition, they try to make sense of the Cubs offseason.By BBTI Podcasts

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Glass Half Empty 53:06

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Glass Half Full 21:15

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Deja Vu All Over Again 41:27

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A Grading Experience with Special Guest Miguel Esparza 54:45

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Can't "Catch" a Break 42:36

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No Offense - With Special Guest, Alex Cohen! 59:45

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Shota Me the Fun 45:57

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Rumor Has It... 43:24

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Bonus Episode - MLB The Show Discussion with Mills 1:47:20

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#MayThe4thBeWithYou - A Special Cubs/Star Wars Tribute 1:06:40

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Episode 13 - Not Happ-y 54:56

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Episode 12 - Brick Walls Hurt Players and Hearts 41:31

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The 10% Episode ... or 18/162nds with BleacherNation's Michael Cerami 50:19

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Episode 11 - Busch Fire 47:26

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Episode 10 - West Coast Woes 1:21:15

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Episode 9 - Fasten Those Seatbelts 52:47

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Episode 8 - HAPPY OPENING DAY -2024 Cubs Preview 1:33:25

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Episode 7 - NL Central Preview, Part 4 - St. Louis Cardinals with @Cardinals_Live from the "Heart of the Order" Podcast 1:16:57

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Episode 6 - NL Central Preview, Part 3 - Cincinnati Reds 1:06:39

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Episode 5 - NL Central Preview, Part 2 - Milwaukee Brewers with Jake McKibbin of "Brewer Fanatic" 1:10:56

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Episode 4 - NL Central Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates with Ethan Smith of Locked On Pirates 52:07

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Episode 3 - Small Sample Size Alert! & Brett Taylor from BleacherNation 1:14:15

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Episode 2 -"Best Shape of Our Lives" Season 1:12:15

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Episode 1 - An Off Off-season 1:02:16

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