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Easy to visualize but challenging to solve: that's the kind of math puzzle you get here, one per episode. (Do you love the Car Talk Puzzler too? Yeah, that's what I'm trying for here, only with even more of a math bent.)
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"The Youth Baseball Guy" | Former NCAA Head Baseball Coach, Speaker, Author | Tweets about youth baseball and college recruiting | Sportsmanship and success ⚾Resources for parents and, bestselling author of The Baseball Process series of Books. Walter has been a trusted resource for student-athletes for over 40 years.
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Anthony Plog on Music

Anthony Plog (host), Eddie Ludema (Producer)

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Conversations with performers, composers, and entrepreneurs. Join Tony and some of the world’s great musicians in interviews that are fascinating, illuminating, and funny (well, most of the time).
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Former poker pro Liv Boeree takes to the interview chair to tease apart the complexities of one of the most fundamental parts of human nature: competition. Liv is joined by top philosophers, gamers, artists, technologists, CEOs, scientists, athletes and more to understand how competition manifests in their world, and how to change seemingly win-lose situations into Win-Wins.
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How do we escape Moloch’s trap for good? In this special Burning Man edition of Win-Win, Liv forgoes the usual purple chairs for dusty playa to chat with Kristian Rönn. Kristian is the CEO and co-founder of Normative, a platform for helping industries strive for net zero emissions. With intellectual roots in Oxford’s Future of Humanity Institute an…
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Mark Scatterday is the Professor of Conducting at the Eastman School of Music and the esteemed conductor of the legendary Eastman Wind Ensemble. Since taking the baton in 2002 as only the fourth conductor in the ensemble’s storied history, Mark has continued the rich legacy of his predecessors, especially Frederick Fennell and Donald Hunsberger. Un…
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In this episode of Coach's Corner, we sit down with David Fischer, University of Rhode Island’s pitching coach and former UConn and minor league pitcher. Coach Fischer offers a deep dive into what makes URI a special place for student-athletes, covering everything from the campus experience to his approach to arm care and development for pitchers. …
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On June 9, 1974, the legendary singer Frederica von Stade and the brilliant pianist Martin Katz performed their first concert together—a partnership that continues to captivate audiences to this day. Few musical collaborations have endured for so many years or produced such iconic work. It was an incredible honor to sit down with both of them to di…
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In this episode, Tamara Siemon, a mental performance coach, joins for a live Q&A, offering crucial insights on how high school athletes and their families can navigate the stressful college recruitment process. With a focus on balancing academics, athletics, and mental preparation, Tamara shares her personal experiences as a parent and coach. She a…
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Can we still accurately model elections in such chaotic times? Are prediction markets the future of news?Nate Silver thinks so - Nate is a renowned election analyst, author and former professional poker player. He's the founder of FiveThirtyEight, whose statistical models revolutionized election forecasting, earning him national acclaim.His two boo…
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In this episode of Coaches Corner, Ty Neal, the new Recruiting Coordinator at the University of Michigan, joins Walter Beede to discuss his journey into Big Ten baseball and what it takes to build a successful program. Ty shares insights on Michigan's storied baseball history, the importance of recruiting the right players, and how families can hel…
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In this deeply insightful interview, host Tony Plog chats with Wes Nance, trumpet with the Rochester Philharmonic, about the often-overlooked artistry behind Sleigh Ride's iconic horse whinny. Wes reflects on his time at the Eastman School of Music, his unconventional teaching methods, and the annual Horse Whinny Challenge — a competition as fun as…
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In this episode of the Coach's Corner, Walter welcomes Tyler Rost, the hitting and recruiting coordinator at Northwestern University. Together, they dive into the evolving strength of the Big Ten as a powerhouse baseball conference, now boasting top schools like UCLA, USC, and Washington. Coach Rost highlights what distinguishes Northwestern, from …
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In this episode, Tamara and I dive deep into the pressures student-athletes face, from dealing with expectations to striving for perfection. We discuss the importance of mindset, how athletes can focus on what’s in their control, and how parents can support their children by stepping back. Tamara also shares insights on the value of self-advocacy, …
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Open-source movements have historically been a great source of collaboration. Can we harness the power of open source software, science or AI to help solve the world's coordination problems? Or could it just make everything worse? This is the main topic covered in today's episode of the Win-Win Podcast. Liv is joined by Peter Wang, a physicist, com…
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Jeffrey Biegel is a pianist who has dazzled audiences across the globe, performing with major orchestras from a young age. But his contributions go far beyond the concert stage — He's commissioned over 25 new works from living composers, leaving a lasting mark on contemporary piano music. Always pushing the boundaries, Jeffrey has performed weekly …
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In this episode, Tim Corbin discusses the profound impact of the college experience on student-athletes, emphasizing the importance of education, personal growth, and the relationships formed on campus. He highlights the value of attending classes, developing life skills, and navigating the day-to-day challenges of college life. Corbin also talks a…
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In this episode of the Coach Beede Podcast, Walter Beede sits down with Eddie Smith, the newly appointed Head Coach at the University of Washington. Coach Smith shares his excitement about taking the reins of the Huskies program and his vision for the future of Washington baseball. As he steps into this new role, Coach Smith discusses his approach …
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Ed's career in music has been nothing short of remarkable, spanning multiple roles including trumpeter, teacher, conductor, and entrepreneur. His deep involvement in so many facets of the musical world has made him a leading voice not just in the trumpet community, but in the broader world of music. In Part 1 of our conversation, Ed takes us back t…
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In this episode of the Coach Beede Podcast, host Walter Beede sits down with Jeff Willis, the Head Coach at LSU Eunice, a program renowned for its dominance in junior college baseball. Coach Willis shares the secrets behind his extraordinary success, including how he’s built a championship culture at LSU Eunice. From his emphasis on discipline and …
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In this episode of the Coach Beede Podcast, Walter Beede chats with Wes Carroll, the Head Coach at the University of Evansville. Coach Carroll opens up about his holistic approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of developing young men both on and off the field. He shares his strategies for balancing the demands of baseball with the life le…
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Clayton Haslop's journey as a violinist has been nothing short of extraordinary. At just 18, he joined the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and rose to become its concertmaster. Over the years, he also served as concertmaster for the Los Angeles Opera Orchestra and contributed his talents to numerous iconic film scores, including Titanic, The Matrix, …
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What are the key ingredients of successful long-term relationships? How can couples better navigate conflict? What about jealousy? In this very personal Win-Win episode, professional poker couple Liv and Igor discuss what they've learned from the ten years of dating each other. Prepare yourself for plenty of strategy, anecdotes and smack talk! Chap…
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In this episode of the Coach Beede Podcast, host Walter Beede interviews TJ Bruce, the new Head Coach at Long Beach State. Coach Bruce shares his journey to taking the helm at one of the most storied programs in college baseball. From his coaching philosophies to his vision for Long Beach State, Bruce discusses what it takes to build a successful p…
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In this episode of the Coach Beede Podcast, Walter Beede talks with David Esquer, the Head Coach at Stanford University. Coach Esquer explores his belief in the power of building lasting friendships and surrounding oneself with positive influences in the world of baseball. He shares how this philosophy has shaped his coaching approach and the team …
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In this special episode of the Coach Beede Podcast, host Walter Beede sits down with Coach Paul Mainieri, the newest addition to the South Carolina coaching staff. After a storied career and achieving everything he set out to in coaching, Coach Mainieri stepped away from the game, only to realize he missed the daily grind and the connection with pl…
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Pianist Claar ter Horst is a renowned expert on German Lieder, with a special focus on the music of Robert Schumann and Hugo Wolf. Her impressive career includes collaborations with legendary German singers like Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau and Elisabeth Schwarzkopf. Who better to delve into the rich tradition of German Lieder than Claar ter Horst? In …
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Is complexity the new frontier of physics? How should we approach metaphysical uncertainty? What makes a great Physicist?These are just some of the questions covered in this Win-Win episode with the incredible Sean Carroll. Sean is a theoretical physicist and philosopher who specializes in quantum mechanics, cosmology, and philosophy of science. Ch…
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Described by Broadway World as a "richly powerful singing actress," Nina is redefining what it means to be an opera singer. Beyond her international singing career, she is the Artistic Director at the Boston Lyric Opera and the co-founder and President of the Asian Opera Alliance. Nina is someone who not only talks the talk but walks the walk, usin…
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Join us on the "Coach's Corner" podcast as we explore the coaching prowess of Travis Ferrick, Pitching Coach, and Alex Raburn, Assistant Coach, at James Madison University. In this episode, they share their strategies for developing pitchers and players, their collaborative coaching approach, and insights into building a competitive baseball progra…
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Join us on this episode of the "Coach's Corner" podcast as we shine a spotlight on the coaching staff of UMass Baseball. Explore the collective expertise and strategies of this dynamic team as they discuss their roles, coaching philosophies, and their commitment to developing student-athletes. Whether you're a player looking to improve your skills,…
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In Part 1, Maestro Slatkin shares stories from his musical upbringing in Los Angeles, enriched by his family's deep musical roots. He reflects on his formative years studying under renowned mentors Jean Morel and Walter Susskind. We explore his process for learning new pieces and his insights on the unique approaches and sounds of various orchestra…
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Join us on the "Coach's Corner" podcast as we sit down with Reggie Christiansen, the Head Coach of Sacramento State Baseball. In this episode, Coach Christiansen discusses his coaching philosophy, the challenges and triumphs of leading a collegiate baseball program, and his strategies for developing student-athletes both on and off the field. Wheth…
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Nihilism has become all too popular, and this man is on a mission to fix that! David is a philosopher and technologist focussed on understanding and healing what he calls the "Nihilism Crisis" - the crisis of meaning the world is currently suffering from, especially as it transitions into the AI age. If you're interested in AI alignment, game theor…
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In this episode of Walter Beede's "Coach's Corner" podcast, guest host Dave Serrano joins Walter to interview Victor Rojas, renowned baseball executive and broadcaster. Together, they dive into Rojas' extensive career, his insights on the sport, and his thoughts on the future of baseball. This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiratio…
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Imagine being a multi-talented artist, a composer who has crafted scores for TV and iconic films like Jeremiah Johnson and The Candidate. Now, imagine you're also an acclaimed actor, having graced countless movies and winning a Tony Award for Children of a Lesser God Picture collaborating with legendary directors such as Bob Fosse, Mike Nichols, an…
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How literally should we take the US Constitution? What about the bible? Should we experiment with radical honesty with strangers?Those are just some of the questions human guinea pig A.J. Jacobs spends his life trying to answer. An author and journalist, he regularly immerses himself into extreme social experiments to understand the world better (a…
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Called "one of the biggest talents of his generation," Elias David Moncado, at a very young age, has already had an exceptional career. After winning his first competition at the age of 6, then his first international competition at the age of 8, he went on to win four major competitions after that (the Sendai Violin Competition in 2019, the Intern…
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In this episode of Coaches Corner with Walter Beede, we sit down with Coach Dave Serrano, the head coach at Johnson University, to delve into his player-first coaching philosophy. Coach Serrano shares his extensive experience and insights on the critical aspects of player development, emphasizing the holistic growth of athletes both on and off the …
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On this episode of Coaches Corner with Walter Beede, we welcome Karsten Whitson, the new pitching coach at Florida International University. Karsten brings a wealth of experience from his successful tenure at the University of South Florida, where his pitching staff helped lead the team to their first-ever NCAA Super Regional. We delve into his app…
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Why did Rome fall? What can we learn from past civilization collapses to protect our own? How do we fix our Institutions? In this Win-Win episode I speak to Samo Burja - a leading geopolitical analyst and founder of the intelligence brief Bismarck Analysis. Samo is a prolific writer on nature of power, leadership, bureaucracy and governance. If you…
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Frederica von Stade has had a fabulous career as an opera singer, recitalist, and concert artist. In her long career, she has performed and recorded internationally, working with major conductors around the world (Karajan, Bernstein, Abbado, to name just a few.) In addition, she has championed the works of many contemporary composers, most notably …
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Polarization, echo chambers... how do we fix the problem of biased news? That's a problem today's Win-Win guest has dedicated her life to solving. Harleen Kaur is the founder of Ground News, a news aggregator platform that provides overviews of what different media outlets across the political spectrum report, so that consumers can get a clearer an…
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Fergus's coaching philosophy is very player-centric, focusing on player empowerment and setting foundations for growth in order to reach that final goal of getting drafted into Major League Baseball. His experience stretches more than two decades, with success following every stop he has been at. Fergus has made stops at three Division I programs p…
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Dr. Micah Killion is a trumpeter who has devoted the past several years to better understanding what constitutes effective practice and learning. Formerly a member of the Air Force Band, he has also been an arts administrator. In addition to his performing and research, he has also been involved in helping underprivileged populations through the po…
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Miguel Harth Bedoya has been the Music Director of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra for 20 years and is now their Music Director Laureate. In addition to other Music Director positions he has held, he has also guest conducted major orchestras around the world such as the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Cleveland Orchestra, a…
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The 2024 season is Scott Brown’s 12th as the pitching coach and eighth as associate head coach at Vanderbilt. Brown has helped the Commodores go 472-203-1 (.701). During Brown’s tenure, 39 Commodore pitchers have been selected in the MLB Draft, including 12 in the first three rounds. Brown has helped the Dores to two national championships, four Co…
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Is it possible to solve ocean pollution by turning the packaging industry into a closed-loop economy? Wes Carter thinks so. Wes is the Founder of a New Earth Project and President of Atlantic Packaging, on a personal mission to stop the significant pollution the packaging industry causes. In this episode we hear what it would take to close the loop…
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Coach Schaeffer is the co-founder of the six-time national champion All-American Prospects summer program. During his time with the Prospects, Coach Schaeffer served as the program’s pitching and recruiting coordinator, helping more than 150 players sign college scholarships while another 50-plus were selected in the MLB Draft. Learn more about you…
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Monte Lee was named the associate head coach/recruiting coordinator for the South Carolina baseball team on Aug. 18, 2022. Lee, who has had 20 winning seasons in his 21 years as a full-time NCAA coach, most recently was the head coach at Clemson University for seven seasons (2016-22), garnering a 242-136 overall record and leading the Tigers to fou…
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Kevin Mayse is the wind ensemble conductor, trumpet teacher, and chair of the Department of Music at Riverside City College. Even though RCC is a two year college, what Kevin has been able to accomplish has been exceptional. His wind ensemble not only performs major works but also has a vibrant commissioning program, top flight soloists, and perfor…
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Sustainability. It's a buzzword that gets lots of headlines, but what if our definition of it is incomplete? That's the view of Hannah Ritchie - Hannah is the lead Environmental Scientist at OurWorldinData.org - a leading data science organization that analyses data to find out the true state of our world. In today's conversation we explore her fin…
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Pete Hughes was named the 21st head baseball coach in K-State history on June 8, 2018. Hughes, who enters his sixth season at the helm of the Wildcats baseball program, has a proven track record of setting new standards of excellence, has compiled a career record of 785-608-3 (.562) in 26 seasons as a head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. V…
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