Baseball PhD (enhanced M4A): Recent Episodes
Baseball PhD
What would you do if you could get a PhD in life - through baseball? Welcome to Baseball PhD. A podcast for your brain. 30 major league cities, 100 places to see. Let's touch them all as we make a road trip of a lifetime!
Let’s get ready for the third Field of Dreams Game as the Minnesota Twins host the Philadelphia Phillies in Dyersville, Iowa. Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only, Marshall Kelner about the Twins and his minor league experience.
The Rangers are fighting for first as we enjoy the Metroplex. Ed Kasputis interviews West Jones from justbaseball.com about his Rangers.
The Nationals are in the playoff hunt with great hitting and terrible bullpen pitching. Can they right their bullpen? Should they buy at the trade deadline? We debate as Ed interviews baseball author and helicopter parent, Brian Gaffney about his upcoming book, School of Hard Knucks: My Three Sons and Baseball’s Wildest Pitch.
The Royals are in last but we talk about new Royals Stadium and the Crown District. Ed interviews baseball author and helicopter dad, Brian Gaffney about his upcoming book, School of Hard Knucks: My Three Sons and Baseball’s Wildest Pitch.
The Cardinals are in the hunt for a playoff birth with the re-emergence of Jordan Walker who was just placed onto the National League All-Star team. Ed Kasputis interviews Kurt Smith from ballparkeguides.com about Busch Stadium and Ballpark Village.
The Phillies have been hot and within striking distance of the Braves as the City of Brotherly Love prepares for the 96th MLB All-Star Game. We celebrate July 4th by remembering the courage of our Founding Fathers in 1776. We conclude the podcast with Ed Kasputis interviewing American author and journalist, Randall Sullivan about his book, The First All-Star Game: Babe Ruth, FDR and America at the Crossroads.
Trout is hurt and the Angels are in last, at least we can enjoy Disneyland and all of its past.
The Tigers have started out slow but there is still hope. Ed Kasputis interviews Kurt Smith from ballparkeguides.com about Comerica Park.
While the Reds are in last, we celebrate their past as Ed Kasputis interviews the great Mo Egger from ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati about this year’s Reds.
The Athletics head to their future City to play six games this week. Ed Kasputis interviews the Honorable Louis Schiff, co-editor of Attorneys in the Baseball Hall of Fame about the City of Sacramento wanting an MLB expansion team and much more.
Denver is great but the Rockies are not. Our PhD Committee discusses the first stage of negotiations between the Players Association and the Owners. Ed Kasputis interviews Jared Diamond from the Wall Street Journal about nanoneedles and much more.
The Cubs are up and the Cubs are down, currently in third place. Ed Kasputis interviews Al Yellon about this year’s Cubs and his new book, The Incredible Chicago Cubs Trivia Book.
Congratulations to the Blue Jays, Mariners, Dodgers and Brewers for advancing to their League Championship Series. We enjoy and comment.
Congratulations to the Yankees, Tigers, Dodgers and Cubs for winning their Wild Card Series and advancing to the Division Series. Ed and Farley review and look ahead to the Division Series.
The Catcher Who Was a Spy This week we honor the man who inspired the creation of Baseball PhD – Moe Berg (1902 – 1972). Moe Berg got his PhD in life – through baseball. Berg spoke 12 languages travelled the world, played in the major leagues and served as America’s foremost atomic spy during World War II. Berg knew about the existence of America’s atomic bomb before President Truman! Discover his story as Ralph Berger, Louis Jacobson, Chuck Brodsky, Linda McCarthy and our PhD Committee remember Moe Berg.
For fifty years, bestselling author Peter Golenbock has been interviewing some of the most fascinating figures in baseball. Their conversations are a journey back in time to the days of Ruth and Gehrig, Gehringer and Greenberg, Robinson and Reese, and Howard and Mantle, as they reflect on the sport’s greatest moments and biggest issues. Ed Kasputis interviews Peter about his book, Baseball Heaven.
The Phillies were the first team to win their division and are on track to clinch a playoff first round bye. We review and analyze which teams have the hardest road to the playoffs.
Ed & Farley interview Dave Berger about his new book, Take Me Out to the Ballgame, a book that highlights comical and freakish injuries that you cannot make up!
Playing below .500 and playing outside, 2025 has been a so so year for the Rays. Ed Kasputis shares about his recent Tampa roadtrip while he interviews Louis Schiff about the Baseball Karen incident at Marlins Park on September 5.
Let’s learn about the Polo Grounds as Ed Kasputis interviews Neil Scherer about his Polo Grounds Exhibit at the Morris Jumel Mansion in Manhattan.
The Red Sox are currently in second place and closing. Could they win the AL East? Ed Kasputis interviews baseball author, Bill Nowlin about this year’s Red Sox.
On June 5, 1948, Babe Ruth met future President George H.W. Bush on the ball fields of Yale. We remember and honor the legacy of both of these great Americans who have impacted our lives, our culture and our country. Our podcast concludes as Ed Kasputis interviews author, Jerry Amernic on his book, Babe Ruth – A Superstar’s Legacy.
Many picked the Twins to win the AL Central but then reality set in. Ten players traded at the July 31st trade deadline and the rebuilding process has begun. Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only Marshall Kelner about this year’s train wreck.
Our PhD Committee interviews American journalist and author, George Will about his great book, A Nice Little Place On The North Side: Wrigley Field At One Hundred.
The young Marlins have exceeded everyone’s expectations. Is there hope in Miami? Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only, Ely Sussman from fishonfirst.com about the team he writes about and loves. Go Fish!
Let’s ponder who was better – Ruth or Bonds? Ed Kasputis interviews baseball authors Bill Nowlin and Jim Prime about this question for the ages.
The Angels have a 1% chance of making the playoffs but plan to be a spoiler (they have beaten the Dodgers 6 times). Let’s learn as Ed Kasputis interviews Jeff Joiner from crashingthepearlygates.com.
Let’s go back to 2013 when they played baseball in June as Ed Kasputis interviews John Garner, Director of Communications of the Cape Cod League.
Let’s head to South Williamsport for this year’s Little League Classic as the struggling Mets host the surging Mariners. Ed Kasputis interviews Jeff Hysen from the National League Town podcast about the plight of Steve Cohen’s expensive players.
Ed Kasputis interviews author Andre Lower about his book, Auditioning for Cooperstown: Rating Baseball’s Stars for the Hall of Fame.
The ballpark is beautiful but the team is not. When will the Pirates get it together? Meanwhile, 132 miles to the east, a gambling problem might be evolving in our hometown, Cleveland. We debate and ponder.
We’ve discovered a great travel website, thehistorictraveler.com. Sit back and learn as Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only Jackie Lapin about being one of the first female sportswriters in America who grew up to travel the world and become a travel expert, second to none.
Let’s head to Bristol Motor Speedway for the first Major League Baseball game played in Tennessee as the Reds host the Braves on August 2nd. Our PhD Committee also reviews all the things that could happen during the upcoming trade deadline (July 31st).
How many attorneys are members of the National Baseball Hall of Fame? Can you name them? Ed Kasputis interviews the Honorable Louis Schiff about this must read baseball book.
The Midsummer Classic is over as the Padres head into the second half of the season where the first half has been a mixed bag. Ed Kasputis interviews San Diego YouTube blogger, Ben Fadden from Talking Friars on whether the mixed bag can turn to gold.
On September 18, 2010, Ed Kasputis got his Baseball PhD by visiting his 30th Major League Ballpark – Target Field. Our PhD Committee examines Ed about his 40 year journey though the baseball world and life.
Oh how the mighty have fallen. The Braves play in 2025 has been unrecognizable. Ed Kasputis interviews Atlanta baseball blogger, Bennett Hipp about the team he loves.
Ed Kasputis interviews Padres fan and Pastor, James D. Smith III about the importance of hobbies. Jim shares words of wisdom that were inspired by his lovely wife, Linda many years ago.
The Royals had a terrible June. July cannot be any worse as Ed interviews Max Rieper, managing editor from royalsreview.com. Did you know that there are two Kansas Cities?
Over 200 years ago, Francis Scott Key penned the words for our National Anthem as he watched the Battle of Baltimore from a British Navy ship. Ed Kasputis interviews author, Marc Leepson about his newly completed biography, What So Proudly We Hailed: Francis Scott Key, A Life.
Everybody’s hurt and the Astros are in first place. How? Ed Kasputis interviews William Metzger from crawfishboxes.com about this tremendous feat.
Ed Kasputis interviews Cleveland Plain Dealer sports columnist Terry Pluto about Earl Weaver.
What is the identity of the Rangers? Are they bad or are they good? We debate as Ed Kasputis interviews West Jones from justbaseball.com.
Ed Kasputis interviews Mr. Sports Travel aka Joe Connor about beautiful Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Ed’s back from St. Louis where he enjoyed watching the Cardinals and exploring Ballpark Village as he interviews Heather Simon from vivaelbirdos.com about this year’s team.
Ed interviews Al Lautenslager, author of the just released book, Cincinnati Soul – An In-Depth Review of the Cincinnati Tigers, the Cincinnati Cuban Stars, and Other Negro League Baseball in Cincinnati.
Will Chase Field get renovated? Will the Dbacks get back to their World Series form? Ed Kasputis interviews Jim McLennan from azsnakepit.com to get the scoop.
In 2016, as the Cubs prepared for the National League Championship Series, our PhD Committee remembered baseball’s greatest ambassador and Hall of Fame great, Ernie Banks who passed away on January 23, 2015. Let’s play two.
Last week, Ed headed to Sacramento with our 2024 Public Servant of the Year, the Honorable Louis Schiff to see the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Ed and Lou report back on their road trip and impressions of Sacramento.
Let’s learn about Carl Mays who pitched for the Yankees in the 1920’s and artist Gary Cieradkowski who creates beautiful baseball art a century later.
Happy Memorial Day. The Blue Jays are hoovering around .500 and waiting to get hot. When will that happen? Ed Kasputis interviews Tom Dakers from bluebirdbanter.com about the Jays, Alberta succession and his love for government run health care. O Canada.
May 17, 1979. Ten Innings at Wrigley is Kevin Cook’s vivid account of a game that could only have happened at this ballpark, in this era, with this colorful cast of heroes and heels. Ed Kasputis interviews Kevin about his riveting book.
Right now, the Tigers are the best team in baseball. Can they keep it up? We debate the Tigers and whether Pete Rose should be elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Ed Kasputis interviews author and national baseball writer at the Washington Post, Barry Svrluga about his newly released book, The Grind: Inside Baseball’s Endless Season.
So far the Giants are playing like a great girlfriend, exceeding expectations. Ed Kasputis interviews Connor Grossman from GiantsPostcards.com about their surprising start.
Let’s remember Baseball Talk Radio’s first live podcast with Rich Baxter, Gary Mack and Ed Kasputis as we prepared for Game 6 of the 2016 National League Championship Series. Will it be the Dodgers or the Cubs headed to Cleveland for the 112th edition of the Fall Classic?
Are you Nuts about the Nats? The rebuild continues as they sit in 4th place in the NL East. Ed Kasputis interviews Sam Sallick from federalbaseball.com about the team he loves.
Fatherhood, baseball, romance and family – those are the themes of Kelli’s Pine. We break our mold as Ed Kasputis interviews our first fiction author, Jay Grochowski about his great new book, Kelli’s Pine.
Can the Yankees repeat as American League Champions? We debate as we interview baseball authors, Louis Schiff and Paul Semendinger.
How many baseball cards did you collect? Do you still have them? Our PhD Committee remembers as Ed Kasputis interviews Tanner Jones about his book, Confessions of a Baseball Card Addict.
Can the Brew Crew repeat and win the NL Central? With lots of injuries to their pitching staff, the Brewers are hanging tough.
Let’s learn about the woman who called Babe Ruth “daddy” as author Jerry Amernic interviews Babe Ruth’s daughter, Julia Ruth Stevens who passed away this year at the age of 102.
Can the Guardians win the AL Central again? Farley tells us about Guardians Opening Day as Ed interviews Joe Noga from cleveland.com about the 2025 team.
We’re Rockin’ in the Free World as we celebrate the election of David Ortiz into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and ponder the fate of the rest, including Curt Schilling. Louis H. Schiff, co-author of Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials joins our conversation to add wisdom and perspective.
We review both the Cubs and White Sox as Farley reports back on his recent trip to the Windy City. Ed interviews Al Yellon from bleedcubbieblue.com and Josh Nelson from soxmachine.com. Cubs first in the NL Central? White Sox last in the American League? We ponder and debate.
Andy Van Slyke played in the Majors for 12 years. He’s got a great web site and a podcast. Ed Kasputis interviews Andy about the game we love. Check out andyvanslyke.com.
The Rockies are projected to be the worst MLB team this year. Let’s play 162. Our PhD Committee makes their post season picks as Ed Kasputis interviews Professor Bruce Bukiet from the New Jersey Institute of Technology about his post season predictions using the power of math.
In the history of Minor League Baseball there has only been one madame president. Ed Kasputis interviews Lori Webb who has been president of the Southern League since 2012 about her inspirational story.
In the past three seasons, the Orioles have won 275 games. Can they win another 90+ this year and overtake the aging Yankees? Time will tell. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Vallee III, the host for the Bat Around for Press Box Sports in Baltimore to find out.
Let’s cross the Pacific for opening day at the Tokyo Series as Ed Kasputis interviews Shane Barclay from JapanBall.com and Matt Moreno from DodgerBlue.com.
Let’s learn about Baseball Hall of Famer, Orlando Cepeda as Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian, Bruce Markusen.
We enjoy spring as spring training breaks out in Arizona and Florida. Ed Kasputis interviews Matt Moreno from dodgerblue.com about the spring training experience.
Warren Spahn won 363 games ranking him as the winningest southpaw in Major League history. Ed Kasputis interviews author, Lew Freedman about his compelling book.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball author, Chris Williams about his book, The Flip Side of Greatness: THE BASEBALL BOZO AWARD 1920-1999 which “honors” players who toiled on some of the game’s greatest teams of all time but didn’t do very well statistically.
Let’s learn about Hall of Fame Great, Willie McCovey who hit 521 career home runs and passed away in 2018 at the age of 80. Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian, Mark Armour about “Willie Mac.”
While Spring Training has begun, let’s talk about the youngsters. Travel Ball, is it good or bad? Ed Kasputis interviews former prosecutor turned pitching coach and now podcaster, Jack Moore from the YouTube channel, mooretoconsider.
Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interview baseball historian, Craig Brown about Moses Fleetwood Walker (1856 – 1924) and Weldy Walker (1860 – 1937), who were the first two African American professional baseball players.
Let’s go back to 1969 with former Met, Art Shamsky as Ed interviews him about his new book, Mets Stories: I Only Tell my Friends.
Ed Kasputis interviews author Jim Collins about his updated book, The Last Best League.
Ed Kasputis interviews author, Kelly G. Park about his new book, Just Like Me: When the Pros Played on the Sandlot which is the first book to tell the story of professional baseball players’ memories of playing youth baseball.
Ed Kasputis interviews comedian and author, Steve Melia about his book, The Last 42: Life is Short – Enjoy the Journey which honors both Yankee closer, Mariano Rivera and Steve’s older brother, Jim who passed away on August 2, 2013.
Congratulations to Dick Allen, Dave Parker, CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and Billy Wagner for being elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Our PhD Committee salutes these five and debate if there is parity in Major League Baseball.
Ed Kasputis interviews Larry Ruttman about his book, American Jews & America’s Game: Voices of a Growing Legacy in Baseball.
Our PhD Committee remembers Roberto Clemente on the 49th Anniversary of his death. Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interview Pulitzer Prize winner, David Maraniss about Clemente.
Let’s remember our 40th President – Ronald Wilson Reagan. We celebrate his wit and courage. Ed Kasputis reflects upon his 2010 visit to the Reagan Library in Simi Valley.
The Famous San Diego Chicken is the Babe Ruth of sports mascots. During this 39 minute interview, you’ll better understand how the genius of Ted Giannoulas has forever changed our ball park experience.
Let’s learn about the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball as Mark Rantala interviews Jessie Cole, owner of the Savannah Bananas and Josh Talevsky, broadcaster for the Bananas.
Holy Cow! We conclude our 6 podcast series on baseball’s greatest sportscasters with Harry Caray (1914 – 1998). Caray broadcast Major League Baseball for 53 years. Ed, Farley & Mark review the 2006 PBS documentary, Kokoyakyu – High School Baseball. Then it’s time for baseball’s greatest showman. Ed interviews author and former presidential speech writer, Curt Smith about Caray and his legacy. We then listen as Caray sings Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the first night game at Wrigley Field, August 8, 1988.
Jack Buck (1924 – 2002) called 11 World Series, 4 Major League All-Star games and 18 Super Bowls. Ed, Farley and Mark review Buck‘s career and make their Super Bowl predictions in his honor. Ed interviews author Curt Smith about Buck and Marty Allen shares his worst day in radio.
Barber hired Vin Scully We honor one of the greatest baseball sportscasters of all time – Red Barber. We explore his life and influence. Ed interviews and thanks Dale Mugford from Brave New Code for our new mobile web site. Ed then interviews author, speech writer and professor, Curt Smith. Our podcast concludes as we remember the Ol’ Redhead and prepare for our next podcast – Jack Buck and “That’s a Winner.”
Happy New Year. We celebrate 2024 while we look forward to 2025. Our PhD Committee reviews the strange but true events of 2024 in Major League Baseball.
Mordecai Israel was his name Mel Allen was born in Birmingham, Alabama and grew up to become the “Voice of the Yankees“. Our PhD Committee relives his great life with the help of authors, Stephen Borelli, Stanley Cohen and Rob Edelman. Our podcast also talks about Cliff Lee returning to the Phillies and notable baseball deaths for 2010. Then it’s time for At the Mixer with Marty Allen (no relation to Mel).
Merry Christmas as we celebrate the birth of our savior. Our PhD Committee interviews Jeff Cohen from the podcast, Baseball and BBQ about the Mets signing Juan Soto who they believe might the savior for their organization. Time will tell.
This podcast features baseball sportscaster great, Ernie Harwell. Our PhD Committee first reviews Major League Baseball’s playoff expansion idea of adding an additional wild card team in each league and then shifts into analyzing who is listening to our podcasts. Then it’s time for Harwell. Hear Harwell’s moving 1955 poem – The Definition of Baseball, then hear Harwell’s account of baseball’s Shot Heard ‘Round the World. Ed Kasputis then interviews baseball author, Irwin J. Cohen about his friend, Ernie Harwell.
Greatest Baseball Sportscaster of All Time Our PhD Committee honors Vin Scully (1927 – 2022) as the greatest baseball sportscaster of all time. Ed, Farley and Mark then explore the life of Scully and listen to some of his greatest clips. Ed then interviews Dodger faithful and English Professor, Frank Ardolino about Scully. We then travel back in time and hear Scully’s words of wisdom during his commencement address at Pepperdine University in 2008.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred floated the idea of the Golden At-Bat. We debate as we bask in President Trump’s re-election. Was 2024 Trump’s Golden At-Bat?
Ed Kasputis interviews Steve Schuster, voice of the Winnipeg Goldeyes about an unforgettable Game 4 of the 2017 American Association Championship Series.
Our PhD Committee examines and celebrates the comedians who love baseball through their unforgettable skits.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball researcher, James D. Smith III about the barehanded catcher, James “Deacon” White (1847-1939) who will be the only player inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 28, 2013.
Ed Kasputis interviews author, Tim Wendel about his book, Summer of ’68: The Season That Changed Baseball – and America – Forever.
From the beginning, ’68 was a season rocked by national tragedy and sweeping change. Opening Day was postponed and later played in the shadow of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s funeral. That summer, as the pennant races were heating up, the assassination of Robert Kennedy was later followed by rioting at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. But even as tensions boiled over and violence spilled into the streets, something remarkable was happening in major league ballparks across the country. Pitchers were dominating like never before, and with records falling and shut-outs mounting, many began hailing ’68 as “The Year of the Pitcher.”
Meanwhile in Detroit—which had burned just the summer before during one of the worst riots in American history—’68 instead found the city rallying together behind a colorful Tigers team led by Denny McLain, Mickey Lolich, Willie Horton, and Al Kaline. The Tigers would finish atop the American League, setting themselves on a highly anticipated collision course with Bob Gibson’s Cardinals.
Ed Kasputis interviews G. Michael Green about his book, Charlie Finley: The Outrageous Story of Baseball’s Super Showman.
From Tokyo, Ed Kasputis interviews Marty Kuehnert, Senior Advisor to the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles about his 40+ year career as an American baseball executive in Japan.
Hail to the Los Angeles Dodgers as they win their eighth World Series. Ed Kasputis interviews Matt Moreno from dodgerblue.com about this year’s Fall Classic.
Let’s remember one of the greatest World Series games of all time – Game 6 of the the 2011 World Series.
What was the greatest World Series? Ed Kasputis learns as he interviews author, Tim Wendel about his new book, Down to the Last Pitch.
The final four are set, Dodgers, Mets, Guardians and Yankees. Ed Kasputis interviews fellow podcaster, Jeff Cohen from Baseball and BBQ podcast about what it means for both New York teams to still be in the playoffs.
Ed Kasputis interviews Emmy Award winning Producer Robert Steinfeld about his new book, 3… 2… 1… We’re on the Air. Imagine what it’s like to make hundreds of decisions in just two hours on “live” network television with your work seen by millions of people. That’s what Steinfeld has been doing for decades.
There are 8 teams left with the 4 underdogs advancing through the Wild Card Series. We try to make sense of it. OMG.
The postseason has begun with the Tigers, Royals and Mets winning on day 1. We preview the Wild Card round and reminisce our road trip for the A’s last game in Oakland.
The Catcher Who Was a Spy This week we honor the man who inspired the creation of Baseball PhD – Moe Berg (1902 – 1972). Moe Berg got his PhD in life – through baseball. Berg spoke 12 languages travelled the world, played in the major leagues and served as America’s foremost atomic spy during World War II. Berg knew about the existence of America’s atomic bomb before President Truman! Discover his story as Ralph Berger, Louis Jacobson, Chuck Brodsky, Linda McCarthy and our PhD Committee remember Moe Berg.
Our PhD Committee gets ready to fly West to see the last game at the Oakland Coliseum as the Athletics say good bye.
The Big Red Machine ain’t what is used to be but could this year’s Reds be spoilers? Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only, Mo Egger from ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati to find out.
Lots of injuries coupled with Twin City toughness has made the Twins playoff bound, but can they go deep into the playoffs? Ed Kasputis interviews former Minnesota Twins minor league announcer, Marshall Kelner to get the real scoop.
The Cubs started fast but then injuries took their toll. While the Cubbies can’t catch the Brewers can they slip into the last Wild Card slot? Five games back with a month to go. Ed Kasputis interviews Al Yellon from bleedcubbieblue.com to find out.
The Pirates are last in the NL Central but with the best rookie starting pitcher in the Majors. Is there hope for the future? Ed Kasputis interviews Pittsburgh radio personality, Jake Slebodnick on what lies ahead.
O Canada. The Blue Jays have a payroll around 237 million U.S. dollars and are currently in last place in the AL East. We ponder as Ed Kasputis interviews Tom Dakers from bluebirdbanter.com.
We celebrate the return of a unique MLB regular-season game, played primarily in front of Little League Baseball World Series players and their families at historic Bowman Field in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The Tigers host the Yankees on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
The Little League World Series starts on August 14, 2024. We reminisce and look forward to this year’s Series.
The rebuild continues as the Nats sit in 4th place in the NL East. What lies ahead with the trade deadline approaching on July 30th? We debate and ponder.
With a new stadium deal almost complete, the Rays are set to stay in St. Petersburg for the next 30 years. Ed Kasputis interviews Danny Russell from draysbay.com about the current state of the Tampa Bay Rays.
The World Champs have had a rough 2024 as they prepare to host this year’s Midsummer Classic. Ed Kasputis interviews West Jones from justbaseball.com about the Rangers and all things Texas.
Let’s celebrate as the Hall of Fame Weekend approaches starting on Friday, July 19, 2024. Congratulations to Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, Todd Helton and manager Jim Leyland for being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
The Royals just might be the greatest turnaround team of all time. Last season they lost 106 games. They are now on pace to win 88 games. Ed Kasputis interviews Max Rieper from royalsreview.com about this remarkable turnaround.
The Brewers are in first place with a relentless attitude. We honor Willie Mays (May 6, 1931 – June 18, 2024) who died this week at the age of 93. Was Mays the greatest center fielder? We debate.
Let’s Celebrate America’s oldest ballpark as the Cardinals host the Giants on June 20, 2024 at Rickwood Field. Ed Kasputis interviews Connor Grossman from Giants Postcards about his soon to be only team from the Bay.
Eight teams will punch their ticket to Omaha this weekend. The College World Series begins on June 14, 2024. Our PhD Committee relishes post-season baseball in June.
The Mets and Phillies are about to cross the pond. The London Series is coming. We enjoy as Ed Kasputis interviews Anthony Rivera from the Subway to Shea podcast about the plight of his Mets and the beauty of Citi Field.
The Mariners are in first place. Does it seem that the Rangers and Astros just aren’t playing Texas Big this year? Ed Kasputis interviews his long time friend, Bruce Hendryx about their trip to Seattle.
Our PhD Committee examines how the law influences our national pastime. Ed Kasputis interviews Professor & Judge Louis H. Schiff about his newly released book that he has co-authored, Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials.
Could the Marlins be the worst team in Major League Baseball? They traded their best player, Luis Arraez this month and are on pace to lose over 100 games. Ed Kasputis interviews the Honorable Louis Schiff, co-author of Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials to find out.
Our PhD Committee remembers Lake Placid 1980 as Dave Matejczyk recalls his ultimate road trip.
The White Sox have the worst record in the American League with dreams of a new ballpark, creating Chicago’s 78th neighborhood. What really lies ahead? Ed Kasputis interviews Al Yellon from bleedcubbieblue.com about the proposed ballpark.
The Big Apple looks better from a bike! Ed Kasputis interviews Richard Sanford from Lingo Planet Bicycle Tours.
Ohtani flew the coop. Rendon is down and now so is Trout. The Angels have run out of stars. Ed Kasputis interviews Jeff Joiner from crashingthepearlygates.com.
In 2012, our PhD Committee went to the final game of the World Series to be a Witness to a Sweep. First Farley pays a bet then Ed, Farley & Dave play baseball at Tiger Stadium and meet Joe Michnuk from the Navin Field Grounds Crew. Then it’s time to head to Comerica Park to sit in the rain and watch the last game of a great year. Congratulations Giants and Tigers – wait ’til next year.
Last year, the Diamondbacks surprising won the National League Pennant. This year the bullpen is shaky and the Dbacks are in fourth place. Ed Kasputis interviews Jim McLennan from azsnakepit.com about what lies ahead.
The Rockies are now playing at a higher altitude than Denver. Welcome to Mexico City, the largest city in North America with 600,000 Americans calling it home. We prepare as the Rockies host that Astros in the City of Hope as Ed Kasputis interviews William Metzger from crawfishboxes.com.
Ed Kasputis interviews Jonathan Eig about his best selling book – Luckiest Man: The Life and Death of Lou Gehrig.
We are headed to Boston for Patriots Day to take in a game at Fenway and watch the famous Boston Marathon. Ed Kasputis interviews Joshua Robinson from the Wall Street Journal about his recent article, America Made a Huge Bet on Sports Gambling, The Backlash is Here.
In 2010, award winning podcast Grape Radio helped to inspire the creation of Baseball PhD. Ed Kasputis interviews and pays homage to Jay Selman from Grape Radio.
It’s World Series or bust for the Bravos. They are built to win in October. Our PhD Committee in Cleveland prepares for the April 8th solar eclipse and reminisce about our Atlanta baseball memories. Ed Kasputis interviews Atlanta baseball blogger, Bennett Hipp about the team he loves.
Ed Kasputis interviews Major League Baseball’s first designated hitter, Yankee great – Ron Blomberg about the re-release of his book, Designated Hebrew.
Terry Francona has retired. Stephen Vogt has been hired. Will the Guardians improve or hover around .500? We debate.
Peter Angelos, who bought the Orioles in 1993 after finding success in the legal world, died on March 23 at the age of 94. Mr. Angelos died after the taping of this podcast. He will be missed. In this podcast we talk about gambling & our 2024 playoff predictions as Ed interviews Paul Valle III from pressboxonline.com about the Orioles. Are the Orioles the Dodgers of the American League?
On September 18, 2010, Ed Kasputis got his Baseball PhD by visiting his 30th Major League Ballpark – Target Field. Our PhD Committee examines Ed about his 40 year journey though the baseball world and life.
Opening Day is here as the Dodgers and Padres open in Seoul, South Korea for two games. We discuss as Ed interviews Matt Moreno from dodgerblue.com.
Ed Kasputis interviews photography icon, Michael Zagaris who is the official photographer to both the Oakland A’s and San Francisco 49ers.
Fifteen teams plus lots of snow birds have arrived in the Sunshine State. We talk spring training as Ed Kasputis interviews baseball author, Sam Zygner about the Grapefruit League.
Let’s go back over 100 years to the only World Series played in September, the 1918 World Series. Did the Chicago Cubs throw the 1918 World Series to the Boston Red Sox? Did this act curse both the Cubs and Red Sox organizations for decades to come? Ed Kasputis interviews Sporting News writer and author, Sean Deveney about his intriguing book, The Original Curse.
Do you have Spring Fever? Spring Training in the desert has begun as Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only, Jim McLennan from azsnakepit.com about the Cactus League.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball writer and author, Zack Hample about his book, Watching Baseball Smarter.
Ed Kasputis interviews award winning humorist and author, Hart Seely from his battle pod about his book, The JuJu Rules.
Our PhD Committee honors Todd Cook and his six year old son, Tim as they completed their baseball journey by visiting all 30 current Major League ballparks in 2012.
Ed Kasputis interviews New York Times columnist, Harvey Araton about his book, Driving Mr. Yogi.
Ed, Farley & Mark review Moe Berg’s famous article that Berg wrote for the Atlantic Monthly in 1941 – “Pitchers & Catchers.” Be sure to check out our Episode 36 – Moe Berg as our PhD Committee pays homage to the man who inspired Baseball PhD.
The Caribbean Series has concluded. Abe Lincoln turns 215 as Ed Kasputis interviews Albert Gonzalez from IndyBall Jobs about his organization that helps undrafted players continue their professional careers through Independent League Baseball.
The Famous San Diego Chicken is the Babe Ruth of sports mascots. During this 39 minute interview, you’ll better understand how the genius of Ted Giannoulas has forever changed our ball park experience.
On June 5, 1948, Babe Ruth met future President George H.W. Bush on the ball fields of Yale. We remember and honor the legacy of both of these great Americans who have impacted our lives, our culture and our country. Our podcast concludes as Ed Kasputis interviews author, Jerry Amernic on his book, Babe Ruth – A Superstar’s Legacy.
In the history of Minor League Baseball there has only been one madame president. Ed Kasputis interviews Lori Webb who has been president of the Southern League since 2012 about her inspirational story.
Beltre’, Helton & Mauer, these three great players just got elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. We admire as Ed interviews the Honorable Louis Schiff about the upcoming Caribbean World Series that will take place in Miami.
With the 2020 Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony cancelled due to COVID-19, let’s go back to 2016 as Ed Kasputis interviews Matt Sullivan, co-author of A Fan’s-Eye View of the Baseball Hall of Fame: A Critique of Baseball’s Greatest Institution.
It’s January as hundreds of men and women head to umpire school as they chase their dream to become a professional baseball umpire. Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only, Perry Lee Barber who has been a female baseball umpire since 1981.
Let’s go back to 1975 and remember The Great Eight from the Big Red Machine as Ed Kasputis interviews baseball researcher and editor, Mark Armour.
In 2013, Ed Kasputis interviewed first year owner, Ken Babby of the Akron RubberDucks about what he learned during his first year of owning the Cleveland Indians AA affiliate.
In 2013, Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interviewed baseball’s youngest professional manager, 29 year old Drew Saylor about what he learned as the first year manager for the short-season Class A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, the Tri-City Dust Devils.
The vote is over. The results will be announced on January 23, 2024. Has any player been elected this year to the Baseball Hall of Fame? We debate.
Let’s go back to 2017 when our PhD Committee discussed the allegations that Pete Rose had an affair with a 16 year old girl in the Cincinnati area in the 1970’s. Is this the final straw that keeps “Charlie Hustle” from the Hall of Fame? Rich Baxter from Phillies Talk Radio interviews Ed Kasputis about this topic.
Happy New Year as we launch Season 15 of Baseball PhD. Who was Kid Gleason? Let’s learn together as Ed Kasputis interviews baseball renaissance man, Dirk Baker.
Holy Cow! We conclude our 6 podcast series on baseball’s greatest sportscasters with Harry Caray (1914 – 1998). Caray broadcast Major League Baseball for 53 years. Ed, Farley & Mark review the 2006 PBS documentary, Kokoyakyu – High School Baseball. Then it’s time for baseball’s greatest showman. Ed interviews author and former presidential speech writer, Curt Smith about Caray and his legacy. We then listen as Caray sings Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the first night game at Wrigley Field, August 8, 1988.
We celebrate Christmas since God has no off season. We remember the birth of Jesus and the 700 million dollar contract of Shohei Ohtani as Ed interviews Dave Matejczyk with the help from the world renown Cleveland Clinic.
Jack Buck (1924 – 2002) called 11 World Series, 4 Major League All-Star games and 18 Super Bowls. Ed, Farley and Mark review Buck‘s career and make their Super Bowl predictions in his honor. Ed interviews author Curt Smith about Buck and Marty Allen shares his worst day in radio.
Barber hired Vin Scully We honor one of the greatest baseball sportscasters of all time – Red Barber. We explore his life and influence. Ed interviews and thanks Dale Mugford from Brave New Code for our new mobile web site. Ed then interviews author, speech writer and professor, Curt Smith. Our podcast concludes as we remember the Ol’ Redhead and prepare for our next podcast – Jack Buck and “That’s a Winner.”
Mordecai Israel was his name Mel Allen was born in Birmingham, Alabama and grew up to become the “Voice of the Yankees“. Our PhD Committee relives his great life with the help of authors, Stephen Borelli, Stanley Cohen and Rob Edelman. Our podcast also talks about Cliff Lee returning to the Phillies and notable baseball deaths for 2010. Then it’s time for At the Mixer with Marty Allen (no relation to Mel).
This podcast features baseball sportscaster great, Ernie Harwell. Our PhD Committee first reviews Major League Baseball’s playoff expansion idea of adding an additional wild card team in each league and then shifts into analyzing who is listening to our podcasts. Then it’s time for Harwell. Hear Harwell’s moving 1955 poem – The Definition of Baseball, then hear Harwell’s account of baseball’s Shot Heard ‘Round the World. Ed Kasputis then interviews baseball author, Irwin J. Cohen about his friend, Ernie Harwell.
Greatest Baseball Sportscaster of All Time Our PhD Committee honors Vin Scully (1927 – 2022) as the greatest baseball sportscaster of all time. Ed, Farley and Mark then explore the life of Scully and listen to some of his greatest clips. Ed then interviews Dodger faithful and English Professor, Frank Ardolino about Scully. We then travel back in time and hear Scully’s words of wisdom during his commencement address at Pepperdine University in 2008.
The Catcher Who Was a Spy This week we honor the man who inspired the creation of Baseball PhD – Moe Berg (1902 – 1972). Moe Berg got his PhD in life – through baseball. Berg spoke 12 languages travelled the world, played in the major leagues and served as America’s foremost atomic spy during World War II. Berg knew about the existence of America’s atomic bomb before President Truman! Discover his story as Ralph Berger, Louis Jacobson, Chuck Brodsky, Linda McCarthy and our PhD Committee remember Moe Berg.
We pay tribute to a towering personalty who could have played in either the MLB or NBA. He choose baseball. Ed Kasputis interviews baseball author, Lew Freedman about the late, great Frank Howard (1936 – 2023).
We’re Rockin’ in the Free World as we celebrate the election of David Ortiz into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and ponder the fate of the rest, including Curt Schilling. Louis H. Schiff, co-author of Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials joins our conversation to add wisdom and perspective.
The Rangers take Game 1 in an extra innings thriller. We review and interview West Jones from nolanwritin.com.
Warren Spahn won 363 games ranking him as the winningest southpaw in Major League history. Ed Kasputis interviews author, Lew Freedman about his compelling
The Final Four is set. Rangers vs. Astros. Diamondbacks vs. Phillies. We celebrate playoff baseball and interview William Metzger from crawfishboxes.com about his beloved Astros.
Let’s remember one of the greatest World Series games of all time – Game 6 of the the 2011 World Series.
Let’s learn about Hall of Fame Great, Willie McCovey who hit 521 career home runs and passed away in 2018 at the age of 80. Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian, Mark Armour about “Willie Mac.”
The Giants playoff hopes are dead as they struggle to win on the road after the All-Star Break. We remember.
The Rangers have had a great year as the run neck and neck with the Astros and Mariners. Are they playoff bound? Ed Kasputis interviews West Jones from nolanwritin.com to find out.
Let’s pay honor and remember our 2,996 countrymen who perished on September 11, 2001. Never forget.
The Rays are locked in a pennant race with the Orioles. Who will win the AL East? Ed Kasputis says good bye to Petey, the Greatest Dog in the World and interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB podcast about the Rays.
The Royals want a new taxpayer funded ballpark but are on pace to lose 110 games. Good luck. Ed Kasputis interviews Max Rieper from royalsreview.com to see what is going on.
The Brew Crew are in first place with the Reds and Cubs nipping at their heels. Can they hold on? Ed Kasputis interviews Jack Stern from brewcrewball.com to find out.
The Little League World Series starts on August 16, 2023, while the Little League Classic featuring the Philadelphia Phillies against the Washington Nationals is slated for August 20, 2023. We celebrate as Ed Kasputis interviews Rich Baxter from fightinphillies.com.
The Rockies have surprised no one as they have the worst record in the National League. Ed Kasputis interviews the one and only, Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB podcast about this week’s trade deadline.
Ed Kasputis interviews Professor of Law and the author of numerous baseball books, Mitchell Nathanson about his new book, Bouton: The Life of a Baseball Original.
Baseball’s highest payroll team has severely underachieved. Even Mrs. Met has left Mr. Met. Ed Kasputis interviews Anthony Rivera from the podcast, Subway to Shea to understand why.
The Padres are like a bad boyfriend. Sometimes they come through but sometimes they really let you down. Ed Kasputis interviews San Diego baseball blogger, Brittany Frederick to understand the nuances of love/hate.
Andy Van Slyke played in the Majors for 12 years. He’s got a great web site and a podcast. Ed Kasputis interviews Andy about the game we love. Check out andyvanslyke.com.
The Pirates are better as their smart draft picks make their way to the Majors. Ed Kasputis interviews Jake Slebodnick from bucsdugout.com about the team’s progress.
The Angels were playing well until everybody got hurt. Ed Kasputis interviews Jeff Joiner from crashingthepearlygates.com about the Angels plight.
Let’s remember Baseball Talk Radio’s first live podcast with Rich Baxter, Gary Mack and Ed Kasputis as we prepared for Game 6 of the 2016 National League Championship Series. Will it be the Dodgers or the Cubs headed to Cleveland for the 112th edition of the Fall Classic?
Canada is burning but can the Blue Jays catch fire? Ed Kasputis interviews Tom Dakers from bluebirdbanter.com about the team up North.
In 2016, as the Cubs prepared for the National League Championship Series, our PhD Committee remembered baseball’s greatest ambassador and Hall of Fame great, Ernie Banks who passed away on January 23, 2015. Let’s play two.
Viva Las Vegas. The Oakland Athletics are an MLB Owners vote away from moving to Las Vegas. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about the inevitability of the A’s move to Las Vegas.
What was the greatest World Series? Ed Kasputis learns as he interviews author, Tim Wendel about his new book, Down to the Last Pitch.
The grounds crew has been working 24/7 to get London Stadium ready for the London Series as the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals cross the Atlantic for a two game series.
Their pitching staff is great but their hitters strike out 27% of the time. The Minnesota Twins are in first place in the weakest division in baseball. Can their bats wake up and win the AL Central?
Boston is a great city with a good team. Our PhD Committee reviews this year’s Sox along with the current status of the Diamond Sports Group bankruptcy.
Our PhD Committee examines and celebrates the comedians who love baseball through their unforgettable skits.
The Mariners started slow and are picking up speed. Was last year a fluke or just foreshadowing on what’s to come? Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about the team from the Great Northwest.
Over 200 years ago, Francis Scott Key penned the words for our National Anthem as he watched the Battle of Baltimore from a British Navy ship. Ed Kasputis interviews author, Marc Leepson about his newly completed biography, What So Proudly We Hailed: Francis S
The Birds are looking good. The rebuild is working. We learn more as Ed Kasputis interviews Baltimore podcaster, Paul Valle about the team he loves.
The Tigers are better. With Eduardo Rodriguez pitching great, are the Tigers good enough to win the AL Central? Ed Kasputis interviews Jason Beck from MLB.com about the team he follows every day.
The Dbacks are much better and Zac Gallen is leading the way. Ed Kasputis interviews Jim McLennan from azsnakepit.com about this year’s surprising team from Arizona.
Ed Kasputis interviews author, Scott A. Rowan about his brilliant book, Weaponized Baseball: Declassified, Withheld Stories Reveal Baseball’s Hidden Role in Geopolitics, International Military Action, Mental Manipulation & Mass Distraction.
The Fish are improved but the jury’s still out on whether victory in the NL East is but a dream. Ed Kasputis interviews Ely Sussman from fishstripes.com about this year’s Marlins.
Antarctica is a polar desert with a land mass larger than the United States. Ed Kasputis interviews Louis Schiff, co-author of Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials about his bucket list trip to Antarctica.
Can the youngest team in the MLB win the AL Central again? Ed Kasputis interviews baseball author Scott Longert about his book, Victory on Two Fronts: The Cleveland Indians and Baseball During World War II.
Before 1946, Jackie Robinson was known as Jack. If you think you know all of the Jackie Robinson story, think again, as Ed Kasputis interviews Michael G. Long, co-author of the fabulous book, Call Him Jack.
Will this be a typical year of excellence for the Dodgers or with their new faces could the Padres win the NL West? Ed Kasputis interview Matt Moreno from dodgerblue.com.
Ed & Farley interview Dave Berger about his new book, Take Me Out to the Ballgame, a book that highlights comical and freakish injuries that you cannot make up!
Can the White Sox stay healthy and compete in the AL Central? Ed Kasputis interviews Josh Nelson from soxmachine.com about the team he loves.
Farley’s back in the studio as we interview Professor and co-author, Randy Roberts about his new and timely novel, War Fever: Boston, Baseball and America in the Shadow of the Great War.
Will the Atlanta Braves win the NL East again? How good will the Braves be in 2023? Ed Kasputis interviews Braves blogger, Bennett Hipp about this year’s Bravos.
Happy Opening Day as Ed Kasputis interviews Professor Bruce Bukiet from the New Jersey Institute of Technology about the Professor’s win prediction for each MLB team.
Altuve is hurt and Verlander is gone, but the Astros have not lost a step. Ed Kasputis interviews William Metzger from crawfishboxes.com about the World Champions and their bright prospects for 2023.
May 17, 1979. Ten Innings at Wrigley is Kevin Cook’s vivid account of a game that could only have happened at this ballpark, in this era, with this colorful cast of heroes and heels. Ed Kasputis interviews Kevin about his riveting book.
The Cactus League is in full swing despite snow being on the ground in Flagstaff and The Grand Canyon. We discuss spring training and the World Baseball Classic.
Ed Kasputis interviews Marty Appel about his book, Casey Stengel: Baseball’s Greatest Character.
Florida is great in March. Spring Training has begun. We celebrate and ponder the future of Regional Sports Networks. Are you a cord cutter?
Ed Kasputis interviews Dan Austin about his book, Baseball’s Last Great Scout: The Life of Hugh Alexander.
We’ve waited six years but it’s finally here. The World’s greatest baseball players take center stage to play for their countries in this Spring Classic.
As we remember the 2015 World Champion Kansas City Royals, let’s revisit our Field of Legends Minicast – Episode 94. The Field of Legends is the focal exhibit at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. This museum is a must see for any visiting the City of Fountains.
As we prepare for Episode 667 let’s remember Episode 100 from the 100th floor of the Empire State Building! Our PhD Committee goes down memory lane as we remember our first 100 podcasts. Thanks for listening and let’s continue to get our PhD in life through baseball.
Our PhD Committee examines how the law influences our national pastime. Ed Kasputis interviews Professor & Judge Louis H. Schiff about his newly released book that he has co-authored, Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials.
Welcome to Episode 666 where we talk about the Mark of the Beast and honor the Beast of the East, New York Yankees. Ed interviews Andrew Mearns from pinstripealley.com about his beloved Bronx Bombers.
Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interview Ranger’s minor league pitcher, Ryan Bores as he drives to the Cactus League.
Ed Kasputis interviews comedian and author, Steve Melia about his book, The Last 42: Life is Short – Enjoy the Journey which honors both Yankee closer, Mariano Rivera and Steve’s older brother, Jim who passed away on August 2, 2013.
As we enjoy the dog days of August, let’s ponder who was better – Ruth or Bonds? Ed Kasputis interviews baseball authors Bill Nowlin and
Our PhD Committee interviews American journalist and author, George Will about his great book, A Nice Little Place On The North Side: Wrigley Field At One Hundred.
We celebrate the addition of the two newest members of the National Baseball Hall of Fame as Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast.
Ed Kasputis interviews Cleveland Plain Dealer sports columnist Terry Pluto about Earl Weaver.
Ed Kasputis interviews author, Tim Wendel about his book, High Heat: The Secret History of the Fastball and the Improbable Search for the Fastest Pitcher of All Time.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball researcher, James D. Smith III about the barehanded catcher, James “Deacon” White (1847-1939) who will be the only player inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 28, 2013.
There are New Yorkers who still cheer for the Giants even after their move to San Francisco in 1957. Say it ain’t so Joe. Ed Kasputis interviews Gary Mintz, President and Founder of the NY Giants Preservation Society.
Let’s talk about baseball and death as Ed Kasputis interviews Terry Klausman about the Spirit Keepers Project.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian and children’s author, Dan Gutman about his book, Roberto & Me.
Carlos Correa to the ? Aaron Judge is a Captain. Happy New Year as we say good bye to 2022 and hello to 2023.
Our PhD Committee remembers Roberto Clemente on the 49th Anniversary of his death. Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interview Pulitzer Prize winner, David Maraniss about
We prepare for Christmas as we marvel at the recent mega MLB free agent signings and as Ed interviews Louis Schiff co-author of Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials about his recent trip to Kenya and Tanzania.
Merry Christmas as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and talk baseball. Ed reviews his recent trip to London and Farley gives his baseball gift advice for the holidays.
The Catcher Who Was a Spy This week we honor the man who inspired the creation of Baseball PhD – Moe Berg (1902 – 1972). Moe Berg got his PhD in life – through baseball. Berg spoke 12 languages travelled the world, played in the major leagues and served as America’s foremost atomic spy during World War II. Berg knew about the existence of America’s atomic bomb before President Truman! Discover his story as Ralph Berger, Louis Jacobson, Chuck Brodsky, Linda McCarthy and our PhD Committee remember Moe Berg.
Holy Cow! We conclude our 6 podcast series on baseball’s greatest sportscasters with Harry Caray (1914 – 1998). Caray broadcast Major League Baseball for 53 years. Ed, Farley & Mark review the 2006 PBS documentary, Kokoyakyu – High School Baseball. Then it’s time for baseball’s greatest showman. Ed interviews author and former presidential speech writer, Curt Smith about Caray and his legacy. We then listen as Caray sings Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the first night game at Wrigley Field, August 8, 1988.
Jack Buck (1924 – 2002) called 11 World Series, 4 Major League All-Star games and 18 Super Bowls. Ed, Farley and Mark review Buck‘s career and make their Super Bowl predictions in his honor. Ed interviews author Curt Smith about Buck and Marty Allen shares his worst day in radio.
Barber hired Vin Scully We honor one of the greatest baseball sportscasters of all time – Red Barber. We explore his life and influence. Ed interviews and thanks Dale Mugford from Brave New Code for our new mobile web site. Ed then interviews author, speech writer and professor, Curt Smith. Our podcast concludes as we remember the Ol’ Redhead and prepare for our next podcast – Jack Buck and “That’s a Winner.”
Mordecai Israel was his name Mel Allen was born in Birmingham, Alabama and grew up to become the “Voice of the Yankees“. Our PhD Committee relives his great life with the help of authors, Stephen Borelli, Stanley Cohen and Rob Edelman. Our podcast also talks about Cliff Lee returning to the Phillies and notable baseball deaths for 2010. Then it’s time for At the Mixer with Marty Allen (no relation to Mel).
This podcast features baseball sportscaster great, Ernie Harwell. Our PhD Committee first reviews Major League Baseball’s playoff expansion idea of adding an additional wild card team in each league and then shifts into analyzing who is listening to our podcasts. Then it’s time for Harwell. Hear Harwell’s moving 1955 poem – The Definition of Baseball, then hear Harwell’s account of baseball’s Shot Heard ‘Round the World. Ed Kasputis then interviews baseball author, Irwin J. Cohen about his friend, Ernie Harwell.
The Phillies had a great month but the Astros had a greater year. Hail to the Astros as they win their second World Series since 2017. We pontificate and interview Jeff Cohen from Baseball and BBQ podcast about his trip to Israel in October.
Excitement builds as The Fall Classic is about to begin and we interview Melissa Decker from the West Virginia Governor’s office about Ed’s Baseball PhD wedding. October is a great month.
Other than the Astros, there have been surprises everywhere. We discuss and ponder which teams will make it through the Division Series.
What a Wild Card Weekend with the Padres stunning the Mets and the Mariners taking no prisoners up North! We review with Jeff Cohen from Baseball and BBQ podcast and Ed interviews Farley on his wonderful Viking River Cruise in Europe.
Eight Men Out is a 1988 American baseball classic movie that depicts the 1919 Chicago White Sox gambling scandal. In our first minicast (a short podcast), Ed Kasputis and baseball researcher, Jim Nitz review this must see movie. Say it ain’t so Joe.
The 2022 Padres have under performed but are playoff bound. What lies ahead? Ed Kasputis interviews award winning entertainment journalist and Padre die-hard, Brittany Frederick about the team she loves.
Let’s go back to 1975 and remember The Great Eight from the Big Red Machine as Ed Kasputis interviews baseball researcher and editor, Mark Armour.
The Canadian border is about to open up. Will the streaky Blue Jays be ready for the playoffs? Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about the Jays. O Canada.
Our PhD Committee honors Todd Cook and his six year old son, Tim as they completed their baseball journey by visiting all 30 current Major League ballparks in 2012.
The Yankees are still in first place after a slow July and a disastrous August. Can the April Yankees reappear and be a playoff force? You be the Judge. Ed Kasputis interviews Andrew Mearns from pinstripealley.com.
Ed Kasputis interviews photography icon, Michael Zagaris who is the official photographer to both the Oakland A’s and San Francisco 49ers.
There is hope in Anaheim. The Angels are for sale. Will somebody rescue Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani from baseball oblivion? Ed Kasputis interviews Jeff Joiner from crashingthepearlygates.com about the plight of the Angels.
Let’s go back over 100 years to the only World Series played in September, the 1918 World Series. Did the Chicago Cubs throw the 1918 World Series to the Boston Red Sox? Did this act curse both the Cubs and Red Sox organizations for decades to come? Ed Kasputis interviews Sporting News writer and author, […]
The White Sox have had a bad year. Could they still win the AL Central? We debate and ponder as Ed Kasputis interviews Josh Nelson from SoxMachine.com.
Ed Kasputis interviews Major League Baseball’s first designated hitter, Yankee great – Ron Blomberg about the re-release of his book, Designated Hebrew.
Is time running out for the Giants? Ed Kasputis interview Connor Grossman from Giants Postcards about the plight of the Giants.
Ed Kasputis interviews Frank Ceresi, co-author of Baseball Americana: Treasures from the Library of Congress.
The Mariners are the only MLB team to have never appeared in a World Series. With Julio Rodriguez on board, could this be the year? Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about this possibility.
Let’s get ready for the Little League Classic as the Baltimore Orioles host the Boston Red Sox in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Ed Kasputis interviews podcaster Paul Valle about his surprising Orioles.
Ed Kasputis interviews New York Times columnist, Harvey Araton about his book, Driving Mr. Yogi.
As we prepare for the 2022 Field of Dreams Game, Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about the upcoming game and what happened at this year’s MLB trade deadline. Lastly we remember and honor the legacy of baseball’s greatest play by play announcer, Vin Scully.
Greatest Baseball Sportscaster of All Time Our PhD Committee honors Vin Scully (1927 – 2022) as the greatest baseball sportscaster of all time. Ed, Farley and Mark then explore the life of Scully and listen to some of his greatest clips. Ed then interviews Dodger faithful and English Professor, Frank Ardolino about Scully. We then […]
Will the Cards catch the Brewers and or is a 2nd place finish in the NL Central inevitable? Ed Kasputis interviews Josey Curtis from vivaelbirdos.com about this year’s Cardinals.
Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interview baseball historian, Craig Brown about Moses Fleetwood Walker (1856 – 1924) and Weldy Walker (1860 – 1937), who were the first two African American professional baseball players.
Kris Bryant is back. Can the Rockies make a run? Ed Kasputis interviews baseball author, John Vampatella about many things baseball.
On September 18, 2010, Ed Kasputis got his Baseball PhD by visiting his 30th Major League Ballpark – Target Field. Our PhD Committee examines Ed about his 40 year journey though the baseball world and life.
With the best record in the National League, Dodger fans want more. Don’t they realize that while the Angels play to the South, baseball heaven is at Chavez Ravine? Ed Kasputis interviews Matt Moreno from dodgerblue.com about the Dodgers and upcoming MLB All-Star Game.
In 2012, our PhD Committee went to the final game of the World Series to be a Witness to a Sweep. First Farley pays a bet then Ed, Farley & Dave play baseball at Tiger Stadium and meet Joe Michnuk from the Navin Field Grounds Crew. Then it’s time to head to Comerica Park to […]
The Dbacks are improving but still light years behind the Dodgers. Ed Kasputis interviews Jim McLennan from azsnakepit.com about the plight of the Diamondbacks.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball writer and author, Zack Hample about his book, Watching Baseball Smarter.
The Guardians are battling for first place despite having the smallest payroll in the AL Central and the youngest MLB roster. Can it continue? We observe and debate.
So far, the Rays are less good than we thought but could still be a playoff team. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about this year’s Rays.
Ed Kasputis interviews award winning humorist and author, Hart Seely from his battle pod about his book, The JuJu Rul
Happy Juneteenth! Who can catch the first place Astros? Ed Kasputis interviews William Metzger from crawfishboxes.com about the ‘Stros.
The Famous San Diego Chicken is the Babe Ruth of sports mascots. During this 39 minute interview, you’ll better understand how the genius of Ted Giannoulas has forever changed our ball park experience.
Can the Brewers win the NL Central as they hit a rough patch with injuries and losing streaks? Ed Kasputis interview Jack Stern from brewcrewball.com about the current state of the Brewers.
Ed Kasputis interviews Colin Cerniglia, the founder and CEO of the Talent 409 Leadership Academy about his new book, Culture of Excellence.
The Twins are in first-place much to our surprise. Ed Kasputis interviews former Twins minor league announcer, Marshall Kelner about this year’s Twins and the prospects that he covered in the Minors who have now made it to The Show.
Is T.V. killing baseball? On October 9, 1916, the Boston Red Sox defeated the Brooklyn Robins in Game 2 of the World Series in 14 innings. The game lasted two hours and thirty minutes. On October 26, 2018, the Red Sox defeated the Dodgers in 18 innings. This game last seven hours and twenty minutes. Were you up when this game ended?
Tom Seaver has his statute. The Mets are in first but have some key injuries. Ed Kasputis interviews Mark C. Healey from Gothambaseball.com about this year’s Mets.
On June 5, 1948, Babe Ruth met future President George H.W. Bush on the ball fields of Yale. We remember and honor the legacy of both of these great Americans who have impacted our lives, our culture and our country. Our podcast concludes as Ed Kasputis interviews author, Jerry Amernic on his book, Babe Ruth – A Superstar’s Legacy.
Can the Phillies make a run while the Mets are injured and not having fun? We interview Rich Baxter from the Fightin Phillies podcast.
Ed Kasputis interviews Steve Schuster, voice of the Winnipeg Goldeyes about an unforgettable Game 4 of the 2017 American Association Championship Series.
Howard Terminal or Vegas, what is the future of the A’s? We debate as Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast.
Fatherhood, baseball, romance and family – those are the themes of Kelli’s Pine. We break our mold as Ed Kasputis interviews our first fiction author, Jay Grochowski about his great new book, Kelli’s Pine.
The Nats are in last but they hope their rebuild will be fast. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB podcast about all things Nationals including Juan Soto.
Our PhD Committee reviews the history of sign stealing and the recent development that the Houston Astros have been accused of improper sign stealing from 2017 through 2019.
Are the Rangers upward bound with Cory Seager or will it just be more of the same with a higher payroll? We discuss as Mark and Ed call Farley while he seeks his most memorable cup of coffee.
Let’s learn about the woman who called Babe Ruth “daddy” as author Jerry Amernic interviews Babe Ruth’s daughter, Julia Ruth Stevens who passed away this year at the age of 102.
We’re in Pittsburgh where PNC Park is the star. Will the Pirates improve? We debate as Ed Kasputis interviews Joe Connor aka Mr. Sports Travel about things to do in Pittsburgh.
Ed Kasputis interviews author Jim Collins about his updated book, The Last Best League.
Welcome to Miami! Can the Fish swim throughout the NL East in 2022 as the Braves, Mets & Phillies have payrolls over $200 million dollars? Ed interviews Craig Calcaterra about his new book, Rethinking Fandom: How to beat the Sports-Industrial Complex…
He knocked in the winning run on Opening Day. The Bobby Witt Jr. era has begun. With the added experience of Zack Greinke, will the Royals make a dramatic improvement? Ed Kasputis interviews Professor Bruce Bukiet from the New Jersey Institute of Technology about the 2022 season and his predictions for each team.
In 2013, Ed Kasputis interviewed first year owner, Ken Babby of the Akron RubberDucks about what he learned during his first year of owning the Cleveland Indians AA affiliate.
Javier Baez, Miguel Cabrera and Spencer Torkelson, can this year’s Tigers bring hope to the Motor City? Ed Kasputis interviews MLB.com Tiger beat writer, Jason Beck for the answers.
In 2013, Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interviewed baseball’s youngest professional manager, 29 year old Drew Saylor about what he learned as the first year manager for the short-season Class A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, the Tri-City Dust Devils.
We honor the World Champion Atlanta Braves as Ed Kasputis interviews Atlanta baseball writer, Bennett Hipp about this year’s Bravos. Can the Braves repeat?
Ed Kasputis interviews Nick Gandy from the Florida Sports Foundation about the Grapefruit League.
Spring Training has sprung as we cover the most recent MLB Free Agent signings with Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB podcast.
Ed Kasputis interviews award-winning writer and filmmaker, Brian Biegel about his documentary, Miracle Ball – The Fate of Bobby Thomson’s Legendary 1951 Home Run Ball.
We celebrate as the Players and Owners have agreed to a new MLB Collective Bargaining Agreement for the next 5 years. Opening Day is April 7th!
Ed Kasputis interviews Robert K. Fitts about his new book, Banzai Babe Ruth: Baseball, Espionage and Assassination during the 1934 Tour of Japan.
The Season has been delayed. We discuss with Jeff Cohen from the podcast Baseball and BBQ and ponder why the players and owner’s can’t just take the plunge like Farley.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian and children’s author, Dan Gutman about his book, Roberto & Me.
Ed Kasputis interviews Larry Ruttman about his book, American Jews & America’s Game: Voices of a Growing Legacy in Baseball.
Ed Kasputis interviews G. Michael Green about his book, Charlie Finley: The Outrageous Story of Baseball’s Super Showman.
As MLB labor strife continues, let’s go to a land where baseball is well. Fly me to Japan as Ed Kasputis interviews Trevor Raichura from Japanball.com.
In 2012, Ed Kasputis visited St. Luke’s International Hospital in Tokyo to retrace the steps of Catcher and OSS spy, Moe Berg who visited the hospital on November 29, 1934 and shot video of the Tokyo skyline. Later during World War II, Berg shared this video with the U.S. Government. Kasputis interviews Kaoru Oda and Sumio Yabu from the roof of St. Luke’s.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Everyone likes to travel. Ed Kasputis interviews Joe Noga from cleveland.com about his article proposing that Major League Baseball play more games at non-traditional locations.
Ed Kasputis interviews Andre Lower about the baseball movie, Fantasyland and Andre’s web site, baseballbypostions.com.
We explore the collective bargaining issues of revenue sharing and tanking as MLB labor negotiations continue. Our PhD Committee interviews sport journalist Kevin Kernan from ballnine.com about the state of Major League Baseball.
As we prepare for Episode 600 let’s remember Episode 100 from the 100th floor of the Empire State Building! Our PhD Committee goes down memory lane as we remember our first 100 podcasts. Thanks for listening and let’s continue to get our PhD in life through baseball.
We’re Rockin’ in the Free World as we celebrate the election of David Ortiz into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and ponder the fate of the rest, including Curt Schilling. Louis H. Schiff, co-author of Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials joins our conversation to add wisdom and perspective.
Our PhD Committee honors one of the greatest baseball players of all time – Frank Robinson. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Sullivan from Sully Baseball about Robinson’s legacy and his mark as Major League Baseball’s first African-American manager.
Ed Kasputis interviews author, Kelly G. Park about his new book, Just Like Me: When the Pros Played on the Sandlot which is the first book to tell the story of professional baseball players’ memories of playing youth baseball.
Warren Spahn won 363 games ranking him as the winningest southpaw in Major League history. Ed Kasputis interviews author, Lew Freedman about his compelling Warren Spahn biography.
The Owners have made their first proposal to the Players as both sides try to negotiate a new labor agreement. Will Opening Day be delayed? We debate and discuss.
In 2010, award winning podcast Grape Radio helped to inspire the creation of Baseball PhD. Ed Kasputis interviews and pays homage to Jay Selman from Grape Radio.
Next to Cincinnati‘s Great American Ballpark is the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Bernish about this must see museum.
We celebrate the end of 2021 and welcome the new year as out PhD Committee talks baseball and COVID.
Our PhD Committee remembers Roberto Clemente on the 49th Anniversary of his death. Ed Kasputis and Dave Matejczyk interview Pulitzer Prize winner, David Maraniss about Clemente.
Holy Cow! We conclude our 6 podcast series on baseball’s greatest sportscasters with Harry Caray (1914 – 1998). Caray broadcast Major League Baseball for 53 years. Ed, Farley & Mark review the 2006 PBS documentary, Kokoyakyu – High School Baseball. Then it’s time for baseball’s greatest showman. Ed interviews author and former presidential speech writer, Curt Smith about Caray and his legacy. We then listen as Caray sings Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the first night game at Wrigley Field, August 8, 1988.
Merry Christmas with our annual holiday podcast. We talk MLB labor strife, best Christmas movies and of course, COVID and it newest mutant, Omicron.
Jack Buck (1924 – 2002) called 11 World Series, 4 Major League All-Star games and 18 Super Bowls. Ed, Farley and Mark review Buck‘s career and make their Super Bowl predictions in his honor. Ed interviews author Curt Smith about Buck and Marty Allen shares his worst day in radio.
Congratulations to Buck O’Neil, Gil Hodges, Jim Kaat, Minnie Minosa, Tony Oliva and Bud Fowler for being elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. We praise and remember.
Barber hired Vin Scully We honor one of the greatest baseball sportscasters of all time – Red Barber. We explore his life and influence. Ed interviews and thanks Dale Mugford from Brave New Code for our new mobile web site. Ed then interviews author, speech writer and professor, Curt Smith. Our podcast concludes as we remember the Ol’ Redhead and prepare for our next podcast – Jack Buck and “That’s a Winner.”
The MLB owners have locked out the players. What’s next? Will Spring Training or the Season be delayed? We debate.
Mordecai Israel was his name Mel Allen was born in Birmingham, Alabama and grew up to become the “Voice of the Yankees“. Our PhD Committee relives his great life with the help of authors, Stephen Borelli, Stanley Cohen and Rob Edelman. Our podcast also talks about Cliff Lee returning to the Phillies and notable baseball deaths for 2010. Then it’s time for At the Mixer with Marty Allen (no relation to Mel).
This podcast features baseball sportscaster great, Ernie Harwell. Our PhD Committee first reviews Major League Baseball’s playoff expansion idea of adding an additional wild card team in each league and then shifts into analyzing who is listening to our podcasts. Then it’s time for Harwell. Hear Harwell’s moving 1955 poem – The Definition of Baseball, then hear Harwell’s account of baseball’s Shot Heard ‘Round the World. Ed Kasputis then interviews baseball author, Irwin J. Cohen about his friend, Ernie Harwell.
Our PhD Committee honors Vin Scully as the greatest baseball sportscaster of all time. We also remember Seattle’s Hall of Fame baseball sportscaster, Dave Niehaus who passed away on November 10, 2010. Ed, Farley and Mark then explore the life of Scully and listen to some of his greatest clips. Ed then interviews Dodger faithful and English Professor, Frank Ardolino about Scully.
Ed Kasputis interviews John Vampatella about his great new book, The Forgotten Game. Let’s go back to 2004 and remember.
The Catcher Who Was a Spy This week we honor the man who inspired the creation of Baseball PhD – Moe Berg (1902 – 1972). Moe Berg got his PhD in life – through baseball. Berg spoke 12 languages travelled the world, played in the major leagues and served as America’s foremost atomic spy during World War II. Berg knew about the existence of America’s atomic bomb before President Truman! Discover his story as Ralph Berger, Louis Jacobson, Chuck Brodsky, Linda McCarthy and our PhD Committee remember Moe Berg.
Fantasy Baseball. Fantasy Football. Fantasy Camp. Our PhD Committee interviews fellow podcaster, Jeff Cohen from the Baseball and BBQ podcast about his recent New York Met fantasy camp experience.
Ed Kasputis interviews Sam Zygner about his outstanding book, Baseball Under the Palms: The History of Miami Minor League Baseball – The Early Years, 1892 – 1960.
Congratulations to the World Champion Atlanta Braves as Ed & Farley get back from Atlanta. Our PhD Committee interviews and shares this year’s World Series memories with Louis Schiff, co-author of Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials.
No bubble this year for the Fall Classic as Houston battles Atlanta for the Commissioner’s Trophy. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about the upcoming series.
Can the Dodgers repeat their 2020 League Championship Series comeback against the Braves? Have the Red Sox lost their mojo and an Astros World Series inevitable? We discuss as we enjoy the best time of the year.
Ed Kasputis interviews author and national baseball writer at the Washington Post, Barry Svrluga about his newly released book, The Grind: Inside Baseball’s Endless Season.
Ed Kasputis interviews Cleveland Plain Dealer sports columnist Terry Pluto about Earl Weaver.
Ed Kasputis interviews author, Tim Wendel about his book, High Heat: The Secret History of the Fastball and the Improbable Search for the Fastest Pitcher of All Time.
Let’s remember one of the greatest World Series games of all time – Game 6 of the the 2011 World Series.
The season has ended and the Indians are no more. Congratulations to the Red Sox as they defeat the Yankees to advance. Our PhD Committee reviews the upcoming post season and remember their trip to Globe Life Field.
May 17, 1979. Ten Innings at Wrigley is Kevin Cook’s vivid account of a game that could only have happened at this ballpark, in this era, with this colorful cast of heroes and heels. Ed Kasputis interviews Kevin about his riveting book.
Ed Kasputis interviews Marty Appel about his book, Casey Stengel: Baseball’s Greatest Character.
As the season winds down, Farley & Ed pack up to visit Globe Life Field, to say hello to the postseason and goodbye to the Cleveland Indians.
Let’s learn about Hall of Fame Great, Willie McCovey who hit 521 career home runs and passed away in 2018 at the age of 80. Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian, Mark Armour about “Willie Mac.”
It’s always beautiful in San Diego and sometimes, so are the Padres are they fight for the final playoff spot in the National League. Ed Kasputis interviews Joe Connor aka Mr. Sports Travel about the Padres and all things travel.
Farley’s back in the studio as we interview Professor and co-author, Randy Roberts about his new and timely novel, War Fever: Boston, Baseball and America in the Shadow of the Great War.
The Mariner’s rebuild is ahead of schedule as the M’s fight for a playoff spot. Meaningful September games for Seattle. Who would have thought?
How many baseball cards did you collect? Do you still have them? Our PhD Committee remembers as Ed Kasputis interviews Tanner Jones about his book, Confessions of a Baseball Card Addict.
The owner blames the players, the players blame the fans and the team’s manager doesn’t know what’s going on. Let’s Meet the Mets, a team that sat in first place for 90 days this summer but no more. Can the Met’s resurrect their season? Ed Kasputis interviews Jeff Cohen, Mets fan and co-host of Baseball & BBQ podcast.
Ed Kasputis interviews Professor of Law and the author of numerous baseball books, Mitchell Nathanson about his new book, Bouton: The Life of a Baseball Original.
The Diamondbacks currently have the worst record in the National League. We discuss their struggles and what Major League Baseball’s next collective bargaining agreement needs to fix.
Ed Kasputis interviews Dan Austin about his book, Baseball’s Last Great Scout: The Life of Hugh Alexander.
The Cardinals are in 3rd but still have a shot at the post-season. Ed Kasputis interviews Josey Curtis from vivaelbirdos.com about the state of the Cardinals.
As we enjoy the dog days of August, let’s ponder who was better – Ruth or Bonds? Ed Kasputis interviews baseball authors Bill Nowlin and Jim Prime about this question for the ages.
This year’s surprising Reds are playing well and competing for a playoff spot. Ed Kasputis interviews Cincinnati sports radio personality, Mo Egger about the Reds.
Let’s go back to 1975 and remember The Great Eight from the Big Red Machine as Ed Kasputis interviews baseball researcher and editor, Mark Armour.
“If you build it, he will come”. Let’s get ready for the Field of Dreams game as the first place, Chicago White Sox and surging New York Yankees play the first MLB game in Iowa.
In 2016, as the Cubs prepared for the National League Championship Series, our PhD Committee remembered baseball’s greatest ambassador and Hall of Fame great, Ernie Banks who passed away on January 23, 2015. Let’s play two.
The Cleveland Indians are changing their name to the Guardians as they struggle to be playoff competitive. But the Cleveland Guardians already exist as a roller derby team! We ponder the name change and review the organization’s future (no matter what they might be called).
Ed Kasputis interviews author, Tim Wendel about his book, Summer of ’68: The Season That Changed Baseball – and America – Forever.
From the beginning, ’68 was a season rocked by national tragedy and sweeping change. Opening Day was postponed and later played in the shadow of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s funeral. That summer, as the pennant races were heating up, the assassination of Robert Kennedy was later followed by rioting at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. But even as tensions boiled over and violence spilled into the streets, something remarkable was happening in major league ballparks across the country. Pitchers were dominating like never before, and with records falling and shut-outs mounting, many began hailing ’68 as “The Year of the Pitcher.”
Meanwhile in Detroit—which had burned just the summer before during one of the worst riots in American history—’68 instead found the city rallying together behind a colorful Tigers team led by Denny McLain, Mickey Lolich, Willie Horton, and Al Kaline. The Tigers would finish atop the American League, setting themselves on a highly anticipated collision course with Bob Gibson’s Cardinals.
Welcome to Episode 600 as we examine this year’s Cubs and what they’ll do as the July 30th trade deadline approaches. Ed Kasputis interviews Paul Francis Sullivan from Locked on MLB Podcast about those lovable Cubs.
The second half of the season has begun but some Yankees have COVID-19 again. Can the Yankees make a run or will the virus make them done? Ed Kasputis interviews Andrew Mearns from pinstripealley.com about those men in pinstripes.
Ed Kasputis interviews photography icon, Michael Zagaris who is the official photographer to both the Oakland A’s and San Francisco 49ers.
As we head into the All-Star break, the Brewers are solidly in first. Ed Kasputis interviews Pastor and baseball historian, James D. Smith III about his heavenly All-Star team.
Ed Kasputis interviews New York Times columnist, Harvey Araton about his book, Driving Mr. Yogi.
Kansas City is wonderful even when the Royals are not. Ed Kasputis interviews baseball historian and author, Lloyd Johnson about the Kansas City Royals and what lies ahead for this franchise.
As we remember the 2015 World Champion Kansas City Royals, let’s revisit our Field of Legends Minicast – Episode 94. The Field of Legends is the focal exhibit at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. This museum is a must see for any visiting the City of Fountains.
They’re in first and strongly leading Major League Baseball in offense. Can the Houston Astros slug their way to the World Series? Ed Kasputis interviews William Metzger, Managing Editor of crawfishboxes.com about the team that is out slugging the 1927 New York Yankees.
Ed Kasputis interviews Susan Hamaker from shrinecastle.com about the various delicious foods at Japanese ballparks.
Happy Father’s Day. Hovering at .500, can the Phillies make a playoff run? Ed Kasputis interviews Rich Baxter from the Phillies Talk podcast about this year’s Phillies.
Ed Kasputis interviews Jonathan Eig about his best selling book – Luckiest Man: The Life and Death of Lou Gehrig.
The Red Sox are playing great as we review their results and ponder who will make the American League All-Star team. How many Red Sox will be at the Midsummer Classic?
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball researcher, James D. Smith III about the barehanded catcher, James “Deacon” White (1847-1939) who will be the only player inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 28, 2013.
For the first time in over a century, Major League Baseball is in Buffalo as the Blue Jays take refuge from COVID-19 and press on as they try to win the American League East. Ed Kasputis interviews Tom Dakers from bluebirdbanter.com about Canada’s team on loan to the Buffalo.
Ed Kasputis interviews baseball researcher, John Burbridge about the 1954 World Champion New York Giants.
The Marlins are hovering around first place. Ed Kasputis interviews Louis Schiff, co-author of the text book, Baseball and the Law: Cases and Materials about his optimisim about the Fish in ’21.
Ed Kasputis and Farley Dillinger interview author, Jonathan Eig about his book, Get Capone.
The Orioles are rebuilding but they have found their Ace, John Means. Ed Kasputis interview podcaster, Paul Valle about the O’s he loves.
Ed, Farley & Mark review Moe Berg’s famous article that Berg wrote for the Atlantic Monthly in 1941 – “Pitchers & Catchers.” Be sure to check out our Episode 36 – Moe Berg as our PhD Committee pays homage to the man who inspired Baseball PhD.
The Angels are in last but not so fast. First they cut Pujols but Ohtani continues to blast. After our podcast Pujols signs with the Dodgers and who has the last laugh?