Best The Broadcast Basement Podcasts (2024)

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The Pittsburgh Pirates 2024 Draft Preview 30:46

10h ago30:46

30:46

Craig is joined by Joe Doyle from the New Balance Future Stars Series for the 4th-or 5th-year in a row to break down the Pirates choices at the 9th overall pick; as well as discuss who could be available at #37, why this class is so college bat heavy, some of the Pirates past draft classes, and what might be going on with the actual college bats th…

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Dating App Disaster 23:58

21h ago23:58

23:58

Spend a few days on a dating app and watch your entire view of the world change for the worse. We test a couple of the big ones and it didn't take long to spot the scams. At least the robots are only online and not taking a drink from you at the bar...yet. Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Let's talk …

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Garrett Crochet: A White Sox Paradox 32:46

2d ago32:46

32:46

The national baseball media is openly trying to trade him to a contender. His own manager has already idicated he cannot keep up a regular workload in the second half. Insiders insist the White Sox struck out on an extension, but the message from those around the team is mixed. We get into the weeds on what is likely happening with Garrett Crochet …

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The 2024 Evergreen Park Independence Day Parade 26:38

2d ago26:38

26:38

Get an insider's look at this year's Independence Day Parade! The EP Podcast rode the route down 95th this year and we have interviews with participants as they lined up along Springfield Ave. We also talk to the crowd, which came out in the rain for the sake of tradition. By the end, we meet Mayor Kelly Burke under clear skies. Plus, The EP Podcas…

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A Fresh Look At Some White Sox Faces 31:24

6d ago31:24

31:24

As June comes to a close it is a good practice to take a fresh look at a few everyday players on the Chicago White Sox. What exactly is Korey Lee? Sure he has been a bright spot in a dismal season, but what is the long-term role of the young catcher? We're also looking at the Andrew Vaughn / Gavin Sheets paradox. Can this team really move forward w…

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SBRR 10: Reflecting on Episodes 10-15 of Season Three 17:02

5d ago17:02

17:02

This is the final episode of SBRR, at least for now! It was extremely emotional to make and took me far longer to finish because of that. If you enjoyed this episode, or if you love SBR and want to say thanks, or help me make new work you can do so by: Leaving a tip on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hangingsloths Supporting me on Patreon: https://patreon…

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Alpha Cat 24:14

6d ago24:14

24:14

A stray cat moves into your home, beats up your dog and pushes you further down the pecking order in your family. It can happen. Plus, a simple clog in a south side home turns to a complete re-piping of the house. Come check out the gaping holes in the wall on South Side Pod! Video and Audio recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on th…

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The Pirates Trade Show 47:28

7d ago47:28

47:28

Craig recaps comments made by both Bob Nutting and Ben Cherington concerning the trade scene before bringing on James Fox from Future Sox and Ely Sussman from Fish On First to discuss some of the trade proposals that have been floating around on the internet recently involving their two teams-the White Sox and the Marlins-and your Pittsburgh Pirate…

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Tony La Russa: White Sox Shadow Government? 29:53

9d ago29:53

29:53

A tiny blurb from a trusted source paints the picture of Pedro Grifol departing this offseason for Skip Schumaker due to Tony La Russa's influence Then Tony gives a local interview acting like he has no influence? Something is fishy like a Marlins manager. We're on the case along with outlining storylines worth watching, such as Eloy Jimenez's inev…

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Minor League News And Brews: Seeing What's Going On In The Circle City 33:01

9d ago33:01

33:01

Craig is joined by @jack_mcmullen11 from @JustBB_Media and the @IndyIndians to discuss some possible reinforcements for the Pirates, early season player promotions and prospects that could make their way up from Altoona. #LetsGoBucs #MiLBNewsAndBrews Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is still a huge Pittsbu…

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Drink Sangria And Meet The Neverly Brothers 35:48

10d ago35:48

35:48

We pump up Frank Murray's monthly visit from the Evergreen Park Public Library by sampling four new sangrias at Spoke & Vine. Can we get through the segment without silly laughter? Probably not. We're also visiting with Kevin Giragosian of The Neverly Brothers, who return to Evergreen Park on July 14th for a free outdoor concert. Preview the remain…

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Building A White Sox Team Quicker 31:28

13d ago31:28

31:28

The doom and gloom narrative is that a long rebuild is afoot. We say nonsense and poppycock! The White Sox have the arms that allow for a quicker turnaround for a front office with vision. You're not winning a World Series in 2025, but you can be a much different team without selling everyone off at this year's trade deadline. Listen as we build a …

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The Pirates Pace Of Play and A Walk Down Memory Lane 48:14

14d ago48:14

48:14

Craig is joined by local author David Finoli-and owner of 21-66 Books-to discuss the current state of the Pittsburgh Pirates, including where Cutch ranks among the all-time greats; before reminiscing about some of the best moments in Pittsburgh sports history, from a personal point of view. Bought to you by VOUCH. Visit the Bucs In The Basement VOU…

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SBRR 9: Reflecting on Episodes 1-9 of Season Three 15:36

14d ago15:36

15:36

This has by far been the most difficult of these retrospectives to write. I’m surprised by how much I’ve found I’ve connected with this part of the story, and also by how difficult it was to come back to it in this way. I hope it was interesting to explore these episodes again with me, and if you have thoughts about this section of the show you thi…

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And One Day You're Just Old 28:05

15d ago28:05

28:05

When a 47-year old man re-enters the dating world, there's a lot out there to remind him he's old. A trip to the doctor, however, may have made it a little too obvious. Discover helicopter parents that can't let go and try to rent your pool with us too in "30 Minutes of Good!" Video and Audio recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on t…

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Pitchers Will Be Key To White Sox Future 31:40

16d ago31:40

31:40

A listener complaint gets Chris fired up and defending the idea that pitchers, not throwers, are the key to the White Sox once again becoming a professional baseball team. Why doesn't the speed of your fastball matter? Ask some of the more successful pitchers in MLB this year, and of course a couple guys who have not waivered on Drew Thorpe. Plus, …

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A Busy Village And Your Chance At Local Stardom 35:42

17d ago35:42

35:42

Evergreen Park's Podcast is looking for a new voice to join us. (We're just working out the details.) Listen in as the idea is hatched and then stick around for Glenn Pniewski running down summer concerts and fall events you need to register for now. Young parents get your child registered for Pre-School, while older parents get college tips from l…

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The Consistently Inconsistent Pittsburgh Pirates 40:41

17d ago40:41

40:41

Craig is joined by Ethan Fisher @efisher330-Co-Editor and Site Expert for Rumbunter-to discuss the polar opposite performances we have seen from the Pirates at times, the fact that they are still hovering around .500, the effect that injuries have had on the team thus far this season, how the team can improve and the areas they could and/or should …

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Crochet's Mix, Thorpe's Debut, Guillen's White Sox Wishes 30:12

20d ago30:12

30:12

The Drew Thorpe debut shines a favorable light on the future of the White Sox rotation, but makes the unfavorable light on their lack of hitting all that more glaring. Steve Paradzinski of On Tap Sports Net talks about Garret Crochet's adjustments and Brian Bannister's impact. White Sox media continues to make an Ozzie Guillen dugout return a story…

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Minor League News And Brews: Heading Out To Altoona 33:58

20d ago33:58

33:58

Craig is joined by Jon Mozes (@spelledwithaZ)-Broadcaster from the @Altoona Curve to discuss the team's early season struggles, some prospects that have performed well so far and those that haven't, possible reinforcements on the way from Greensboro and a prospect that could be on the cusp of a breakout. #LetsGoBucs #MiLBNewsAndBrews Craig Toth pre…

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SBRR Character Focus: The Inconvenient Sins 10:03

21d ago10:03

10:03

This episode of SBRR is lends special focus to many people's favourite trio of horrors from the world of SBR, the Inconvenient Sins, Indifference, Ingratitude and Ignorance! It was lovely to spend some time dissecting their characters and reflecting on the ways they interlink with one another. It was a really meditative experience! Like this ep or …

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Thorpe, Julks & Stubborn White Sox Leadership 34:10

23d ago34:10

34:10

As alluded to on our last episode, the White Sox promoted straight from AA and started Drew Thorpe on Tuesday night. Corey Julks continues to lead off with Andrew Benintendi and Tommy Pham nearing a return. What will the White Sox do with their outfield? The real question, though, is if any of these young guys matter while Pedro Grifol remains mana…

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EP:500 WE REALLY DO LOVE MAGIC! 2:26:33

22d ago2:26:33

2:26:33

The guys talk about the change up in the head office and how CGC is trying to edge its way into the card grading scene. If you like the intro, check out Dj Piecemeal on his SoundCloud page.DJ Piecemeal@djpiecemealAlso go check out some other great podcasts!Garbage Day Podcast movie review.www.garbagedaypodcast.com…

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Congressman Sean Casten And A Parking Lot Party 36:23

24d ago36:23

36:23

Congressman Sean Casten joins us on Evergreen Park's Podcast to talk about local issues with the post office and train delays. What can be done at the federal level to help the citizens of Evergreen Park and is there anyone to blame? A contingent from Most Holy Redeemer also stops by to promote their new annual Parking Lot Party with live music alo…

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Minor League News And Brews: Hopping Down To Greensboro 35:33

24d ago35:33

35:33

Craig welcomes Greensboro Grasshopper Broadcaster, Andy Durham back to the show to talk about how the first few months of the season have gone for the Pirates High A Ball Club; including players that have performed well, some that have struggled at times, how they stack up against the rest of the Sally League and who could be in line for a promotio…

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White Sox Prospects And Plans With James Fox 34:55

27d ago34:55

34:55

Our good friend James Fox of FutureSox returns to discuss if the White Sox are really going to trade away Luis Robert Jr and Garrett Crochet. What are the chances, and more importantly what should the team actually do? We also talk about the high-end pitching in AA and when it could arrive. The launch of Sox In The Basement video content, a consoli…

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Allegedly 32:11

28d ago32:11

32:11

What would make you angry enough to drive over someone with a bus? Stories that are so good, we have to put the word "allegedly" in them. Plus, a local bar has some interesting restrictions when it comes to speed dating events. Stop putting bugs in your booze and listen to South Side Pod! Video and Audio recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a b…

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The Pirates Hot Button Topics 35:04

28d ago35:04

35:04

Craig is joined by Jason Mackey-Sports Columnist from the Post Gazette-to talk through some of the main points of discussion, coming from Pirates Fans and some members of the Pittsburgh Media; including the rallying cries of Urgency and Year 5, issues with the offense, comments made by Ben Cherington, and the rotation being set up perfectly for the…

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Betcha It Can't Get Any Worse For The White Sox 29:50

30d ago29:50

29:50

The White Sox are in the middle of a historically bad season, but Major League Baseball may be on the cusp of their next historically big scandal. Several players were suspended for gambling, including a former Sox farmhand. One player is banned for life. The timing of the announcement has us questioning what is really going on. Brought to you by C…

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Matters Of The Heart 30:47

1M ago30:47

30:47

Pyeisha Allen of the Evergreen Park Youth Department has some incredible summer programs for your kids, including an even bigger summer cycling experience for families this time around. Prepare yourself for the 2024 Hidden Gems Adventure! Then Dr. Chadi Nouneh, Cardiology Medical Director at OSF HealthCare Little Company of Mary Medical Center, joi…

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Minor League News And Brews: Checking In On The Marauders 41:06

1M ago41:06

41:06

Craig is joined by Thomas Zinzarella (@zinz21) from the Bradenton Marauders (@The_ Marauders) to discuss the team's slow start followed by a turnaround in May, pitchers and position players that have impressed, players working towards a promotion, reinforcements that could be on the way from the FCL and a few guys that could be on the cusp of break…

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White Sox Must Shop While Selling 30:59

1M ago30:59

30:59

It is one thing to sell off players. The smart teams are shopping while selling. Dual injuries to Baltimore Orioles starters got us thinking about a trade, and what would be acceptable if a quality pitcher was shipped off to the East Coast. Meanwhile, Pedro Grifol had a few quotes that we can't let slide by without pointing out that they were bold-…

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The Ups And Downs Of Your Pittsburgh Pirates 40:53

1M ago40:53

40:53

Craig goes solo on this one to talk about the positives, negatives, and possible surprises of the first couple months of the Pirates 2024 season; before going down the rabbit hole of the reliever woes, how bullpens are built and some decisions that may need to be made regarding a few struggling players. Bought to you by VOUCH. Visit the Bucs In The…

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The White Sox Are A Flat Circle 31:08

1M ago31:08

31:08

No matter how bad the team plays, the White Sox will always give you something absurd to talk about. After Pedro Grifol projected a lot of his own shortcomings on his players, a notable group of them pushed back. Now fans can choose to buy a PR push that the locker room has no issues with their manager or what they can see with their own eyes. Brou…

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Stopping The Summer Slide 36:05

1M ago36:05

36:05

Evergreen Park's Podcast kicks off summer with some help for parents. We have fun that is wrapped around education when it comes to toys, events and contests for your kids in this episode. First we "Meet The Neighbors" at The Classmate, where a local business that looks like a teacher supply store is so much more for you and your kids. Then we have…

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White Sox Memorial Day Job Interviews 33:01

1M ago33:01

33:01

At this point in the season, you are who you are. It's time for the White Sox to take a fresh look at the roster and hand out jobs to the most deserving players. Take a look at a solid lineup that can be created if you just conducted fresh job interviews. We're also asking the Sox Nerd what it was like watching the worst ending to a White Sox game …

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