Best Stephen Hedges Podcasts (2024)

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Discussing Austin Hedges' Return to the Guardians, Stephen Vogt's First Season & Trade Proposals 38:36

1h ago38:36

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The Cleveland Guardians re-signed Austin Hedges on Nov. 6 This was an expected move, but what are the implications of bringing Hedges back on the Guardians payroll and roster space going into the rest of the offseason. On this episode, we take at a look at the Guardians decision to bring back Hedges, why it makes sense but it might have some other …

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SI321: Post Election - Why Trends Matter More Than Ever ft. Alan Dunne 1:02:55

1h ago1:02:55

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Together with Alan Dunne, we delve into the shifting landscape of systematic investing, highlighting the growing use of quant based strategies as well as AI and machine learning in portfolio management. The discussion also emphasizes the significant impact of concentration within the S&P 500, with Goldman Sachs now predicting that this could lead t…

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Can the Cleveland Guardians Trade From Their Great Bullpen?: 2024 Position Review 35:38

30m ago35:38

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The Cleveland Guardians bullpen was their best success story in 2024, helping propel them to the ALCS. On this episode, we look back at the surprising emergence of a dominant bullpen and reflect on how it all came together. We also discuss if the Guardians can afford to trade from their bullpen to shore up other areas of need on the roster. We also…

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Biggest Injuries in Cleveland Baseball History: 'What If' Wednesday 41:32

21m ago41:32

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What are the biggest 'what if's' in Cleveland baseball history when it comes to injury? Which prospects had big careers derailed by injuries before they got started? Which injuries cost Cleveland chances at the biggest wins? Which players missed had great careers in Cleveland cut short by injuries? We discuss all of that on this episode. Support Us…

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GM74: Navigating the Bond Market: What You Need to Know About Recent Trends ft. Stephen Miran 1:01:30

1h ago1:01:30

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Stephen Miran, Senior Strategist at Hudson Bay Capital and Fellow at the Manhattan Institute joins Alan Dunne in this episode to explore the bond market outlook and broader economic trends. They delve into an influential paper Steve co-authored with Nouriel Roubini on Activist Treasury Issuance, examining how Treasury actions may have countered som…

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Miguel Rojas is a World Series Champion! 1:00:34

1h ago1:00:34

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MIGUEL ROJAS IS A WORLD SERIES CHAMPION! Chris and Miggy Ro talk all things postseason for the Dodgers, The after party at Mookie Betts' house, Freddie Freeman playing through more injuries than the public knew, how the Dodgers prepared for the Yankees, possibility of losing 4 straight when down by 5 runs, and more! Watch Blitzball Battle 5 NOW: ht…

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How Does David Fry's Tommy John Surgery Affect Cleveland Guardians Offseason Plans? BONUS EPISODE 26:37

36m ago26:37

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We finally got the news that David Fry had Tommy John surgery and will be out 6-8 months as a hitter and possibly 12 month as a position player. How does that impact the Cleveland Guardians offseason plans? Does it change how they handle Josh Naylor's situation? How do they add a bat to the lineup to make up for the loss of Fry and potentially Nayl…

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Who Are the Top 10 Draft Busts in Cleveland Guardians History Since 2000? Top 10 Tuesday 40:41

33m ago40:41

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It's another Top 10 Tuesday here at Locked On Guardians. This week, who are the top 10 draft busts in Cleveland baseball history going back to 2000? This episode talks about who our Top 10 draft busts are in Cleveland baseball going back to 2000, including our methodology, dishonorable mentions, stories about the players we knew and more. Support U…

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What and Who Needs to be at the Top of the Cleveland Guardians Offseason Priorities List? 37:59

2h ago37:59

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What do the Cleveland Guardians need to prioritize this winter and who should be part of that priority list? This episode discusses if the Guardians should/will give Shane Bieber the qualifying offer and if he should be a priority to bring back this offseason or should they opt to focus on Matthew Boyd or other pitching options? We also discuss whe…

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SI320: Bonds: The Voldemort of Asset Allocation ft. Andrew Beer 1:04:48

1d ago1:04:48

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In this week’s episode, Andrew Beer joins Alan Dunne to dive into the evolution of hedge funds, mutual funds, and ETFs within the managed futures space. Andrew give his perspective on the architecture of the CTA industry from the perspective of asset raising and the role that a diverse investor base plays in shaping product offerings within the sec…

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What Do the Cleveland Guardians Need to Do To Become Serious World Series Contenders? 41:22

2h ago41:22

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The World Series is over. The Los Angeles Dodgers are champions and the MLB offseason is here. How do the Guardians get over the hump from being division contenders to World Series contenders? This episode debates what the Guardians roster and organization needs to get to another World Series. We discuss if the Guardians can replicate their pitchin…

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Ta-Nehisi Coates: Gaza genocide, witnessing Israel’s apartheid & the US elections | Real Talk 59:39

6h ago59:39

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“I can’t watch a guy plugged up to an IV burned alive.” Ta-Nehisi Coates is one of America’s most celebrated writers. His latest book, The Message, took him to Senegal, South Carolina and Israel-Palestine. The book has been both praised and slammed for calling out Israeli apartheid. Coates joined us to reflect on the backlash, but also takes his ti…

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Cleveland Guardians Trade Rumors: When Rumors Aren't Rumors and What Makes a Josh Naylor Trade Work? 41:59

1d ago41:59

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MLB Trade rumors haven't quite heated up yet because the offseason hasn't fully started in earnest. But we've already seen what people thought was a rumor pop back up into circulation while we're waiting for the offseason to begin. This episode looks back at some trade discussion that may have taken place in some capacity between the Cleveland Guar…

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GM73: Debt, Deficits, and the Road Ahead ft. Jason Furman 59:13

2h ago59:13

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Jason Furman, Professor of Economics at Harvard and former Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors under President Obama, joins Alan Dunne in this episode to share his thoughts on the current economic outlook. They explore the recent improvement in the inflation data, whether the Fed is justified in claiming victory in its inflation fight and …

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What If Cleveland Had Traded for Pedro Martinez, and Could The Guards Lose Craig Albernaz and More? 39:08

4h ago39:08

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Back in 1997/1998, Cleveland was very interested in trading for then-Expos ace Pedro Martinez. What if Cleveland had pulled off a trade to land the Hall of Fame starter heading into 1998? This is a What If Wednesday episode of Locked On Guardians that explores the what if of Cleveland possibly trading for Martinez. Could they have won it all in 199…

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What Are the Top 10 Cleveland Baseball Postseason Home Runs?: Top 10 Tuesday 38:09

1d ago38:09

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Discover the most unforgettable moments in Cleveland Guardians baseball history as we rank the top 10 postseason home runs. From Tony Pena's iconic 1995 ALDS walk-off to Rajai Davis' electrifying 2016 World Series game-tying shot. This episode discusses the top playoff home runs in Cleveland baseball history, ranking our top 10 and listeners top 10…

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Cleveland Guardians 2024 Position Review: What Did the Guardians Find Out at Shortstop in 2024? 39:55

2d ago39:55

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The Cleveland Guardians came into 2024 looking for an answer at Shortstop. Did they find one? This episode tries to answer the question of what we learned about the Guardians shortstops in 2024 as we start out positional review series. Did Brayan Rocchio underperform expectations or was he a victim of prospect overhype? Did the Guardians ever see e…

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How Hunter Pence found home with the San Francisco Giants 54:25

2d ago54:25

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Grab Your Mountain Dew today: https://lets.shop/2141/dothedew/ Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/ROSE ! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code ROSE Find out more about Hunter's organization here https://www.healthyplanetproject.org/ Former Giants right fielder Hunter Pence joins Chris Rose to tal…

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Iran, Gaza, & Lebanon: How the pro-Israel lobby influences US policy | Stephen Walt | Real Talk 57:06

4d ago57:06

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“The relationship with Israel is in a different league entirely” In light of Israel’s multi-front war in the region, including Gaza, Lebanon, and the escalation with Iran, how can we understand the US-Israel ‘special relationship’? And where does the pro-Israel lobby in the US fit inside this framework? That’s what we’re asking Harvard professor St…

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SI319: The Surprising Factors Behind CTA Performance: Is Less More? ft. Rob Carver 1:21:33

15d ago1:21:33

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Today, we delve into the nuances of systematic investing with Rob Carver, focusing on the concept of replication in trend-following strategies. The discussion contrasts different approaches to replication, highlighting the potential pitfalls of return-based methods that attempt to mimic established indices. We emphasize that simply increasing the n…

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Debating Value of Hitting Coaches & Blockbuster Trades as Reds Hire Chris Valaika From Guardians 39:44

7d ago39:44

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The Cincinnati Reds hired now ex-Cleveland Guardians hitting coach Chris Valaika to be their Director of Hitting and Major League hitting coach. This episode dives into what the true value of hitting coaches is and how much credit/blame should be assigned to them, what this means for the Guardians and who might replace Valaika now. It's also a half…

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How Should the Guardians Address the Future of Josh Naylor, Chase DeLauter & 2025 MLB Draft? 38:46

6d ago38:46

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One of the top questions the Guardians will face this offseason is Josh Naylor's pending free agency. This episode debates if the Guardians should run it back with Josh Naylor in 2025, or could they find a way to improve the team while trading him. The show also gets into Chase DeLauter's future, discussing his current time in the AFL in 2024 and i…

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What Did We Learn From the Cleveland Guardians Season Wrap Up Sessions? 34:34

7d ago34:34

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The Cleveland Guardians held their end of the season media session with plenty of questions that came with some updates, thoughts and a few vague answers. This episode discusses our takeaways from that media session with reactions to answers from the Guardians on offseason plans to supplement the roster vs. keeping playing time open for young playe…

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OI10: The Untold Side of the Turtle Trading Legacy ft. Bill Eckhardt & Rob Sorrentino 1:15:32

14d ago1:15:32

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In his first podcast episode ever, Bill Eckhardt emphasizes that successful trading hinges more on risk control than on predicting market movements, a theme that resonates throughout his conversation with Moritz Siebert and Rob Sorrentino. The episode explores Eckhardt's journey from the renowned Turtle trading experiment to his current systematic …

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Cleveland Guardians Offseason is Here: Turning Our Attention to What is Ahead for the Guardians 37:47

13d ago37:47

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The offseason is now upon the Cleveland Guardians. This episode starts with a post-mortem look at the 2024 season and why the end of baseball season is always tough, and why 2025 will be different for the Cleveland Guardians for a number of complicated reasons. The show also looks ahead to the Guardians end of season media availability in October 2…

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Cleveland Guardians' ALCS Autopsy: What Went Wrong and Why 42:13

9d ago42:13

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The Guardians 2024 season is over after the ALCS loss to the Yankees. This episode looks back at the key plays and decisions that went wrong for the Guardians that held them back from advancing to the World Series. The show discusses the lack of hitting with runners in scoring position with many chances, asking players to do things they hadn't done…

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Guardians-Yankees ALCS Postgame Bonus Live: Reacting to a Bitter Ending to the Guardians 2024 Season 54:40

21d ago54:40

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The Guardians 2024 season ends, losing 4-1 in the ALCS to the New York Yankees. A listener focused live-reaction show after the Game 5. The show discussed Tanner Bibee's big time performance, a huge bullpen bounce back, mistakes that were made that cost the Guardians the game and series. We touched on where the Guardians came up short in the four l…

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SI318: How Trend Following Changes with Interest Rates ft. Katy Kaminski 1:02:15

12d ago1:02:15

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Join Katy and I as we delve into the intriguing dynamics of trend following in the context of changing interest rates. We cover how trend-following strategies can be a valuable addition to investment portfolios, especially in high-rate environments where traditional fixed income may offer diminished diversification benefits. Katy shares insights fr…

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Guardians-Yankees ALCS Game 3: Guardians Deliver Walkoff Stunner to Yankees After Late Collapse 54:40

23d ago54:40

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A live-recorded episode of Locked On Guardians after the Guardians stunning comeback in the 9th and 10th inning. This episode reacts to the Guardians continued to live a charmed live and respond from heartbreak with unexpected heroes in Jhonkensy Noel and David Fry. We talk about the range of emotions and how the Guardians survived what should have…

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