Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

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Liam Hendriks' success, World Baseball Classic memories with Peter Moylan Jan 22, 2021

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB pitcher Peter Moylan to discuss the success of Liam Hendriks, what it was like to pitch in the World Baseball Classic and how to build the perfect MLB bullpen.

(3:40) Moylan details staying involved with baseball after retirement

(7:45) Moylan shares his World Baseball Classic experience

(15:30) How does mentality help with success?

(25:50) Moylan weighs in on Hendriks' career

(32:15) Will MLB contracts keep evolving?

(35:04) What is the perfect MLB bullpen?

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Bruce Bochy’s friendship, Tommy Lasorda’s legacy, MLB’s young stars with Kurt Bevacqua Jan 20, 2021

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB player Kurt Bevacqua to discuss his friendship with former Giants manager Bruce Bochy, the legacy of Tommy Lasorda and the new era of MLB.

(7:40) Bevacqua details his relationship with Bochy

(17:02) Will Bochy return to MLB?

(26:30) Bevacqua reminisces on his days with the Padres

(32:10) Bevacqua discusses the legacy of Tommy Lasorda

(40:10) Comparing eras of MLB

(46:44) Bevacqua weighs in on Tatis Jr.

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Breaking down Giants’ offseason moves, A's roster changes, Marcus Semien’s future Jan 15, 2021

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt and Dalton Johnson discuss the recent offseason moves for the Giants and how the team should fill some holes moving forward. Then, they turn their attention to the A’s and discuss if Oakland should try to acquire Andrew Benintendi from the Red Sox, and break down the chances Marcus Semien returns to Oakland next season.

(1:40) Giants acquire Carson Ragsdale from Phillies

(8:30) Are the Giants going to acquire a big-name pitcher?

(15:10) How will Giants’ offseason additions affect the roster?

(21:35) A’s lose both Hendriks, Grossman in free agency

(28:20) Could the A’s be players in the trade market?

(32:20) Will Marcus Semien be back in Oakland next season?

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Barry Bonds’ Hall of Fame chances, playing in steroid era with Preston Wilson Jan 12, 2021

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB player Preston Wilson to discuss a number of different topics, including the experience playing during the steroid era, if Barry Bonds should make the Hall of Fame and the diversity problem currently plaguing MLB.

(2:07) Wilson reveals his favorite MLB memories

(8:40) Wilson breaks down the reaction to the Astros' cheating scandal

(14:45) Wilson discusses playing in the steroid era

(23:30) Bonds’ Hall of Fame chances

(26:09) Addressing MLB’s diversity issue

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Alyssa Nakken’s impact, solving MLB’s demographic problem with Rachel Balkovec Jan 08, 2021

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Yankees hitting coach Rachel Balkovec to discuss a number of different topics, including the influence of Giants coach Alyssa Nakken, what it takes to be a good MLB hitter and how MLB can appeal to a younger demographic.

(2:07) Balkovec details her journey to the Yankees organization

(10:02) What does it take to be a good MLB hitter?

(15:05) Balkovec discusses her interview with the Giants

(27:50) Balkovec reveals how MLB can improve overall

(35:09) How can MLB attract the younger demographic?

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Trevor Plouffe discusses Matt Chapman’s stardom, importance of female representation in sports Jan 06, 2021

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former Major League infielder Trevor Plouffe to discuss the early years of Matt Chapman’s career, where Chapman ranks among the third basemen in MLB and his bond with Matt Olson. Plus, the duo discuss MLB's stance on marijuana, and the importance of female representation in sports.

(5:07) Plouffe discusses Chapman’s early years

(10:02) Who is better: Matt Chapman or Nolan Arenado?

(18:20) MLB’s stance on marijuana

(25:01) Plouffe details his transition to media

(30:28) Plouffe shares the importance of the female voice

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Examining Giants' NL West chances, A’s 2021 potential with Pitching Ninja Jan 01, 2021

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Rob Friedman, also known as Pitching Ninja, to discuss the Giants' chances in the NL West next season, how good the A’s starting rotation will be in 2021 and look back at the most memorable moments from the 2020 MLB season.

(4:55) What challenge do the Padres present to the Giants?

(10:20) Cueto’s unique pitching style

(15:12) Should the Giants go after Trevor Bauer?

(17:42) How good can Jesús Luzardo be?

(21:50) Will Oakland have the best rotation in the AL next season?

(29:01) Memorable moments from the 2020 MLB season

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A's, Mariners, state of AL West and lack of diversity in MLB with Taylor Trammell Dec 29, 2020

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Mariners outfielder Taylor Trammell to discuss the lack of diversity in MLB, the difficulties of being traded and the time he met his idol Ken Griffey Jr. Plus, who is the class of the AL West?

(1:55) Trammell discusses his view of baseball’s personality

(8:12) Trammell details his performance in the MLB Futures game

(16:42) How hard is it being traded in MLB?

(22:32) Who is the class of the AL West?

(29:10) Does MLB have a diversity problem?

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Jared Carrabis talks Trevor Bauer, Giants’ future, Matt Olson’s underrated stardom Dec 25, 2020

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Barstool’s Jared Carrabis to discuss a number of different topics, including if Trevor Bauer could be a good fit with the Giants, how Matt Olson is underrated and how Bob Melvin has a big impact on the success of the Oakland Athletics. Plus, could Bryce Harper still end up in San Francisco?

(3:32) Can Trevor Bauer change the MLB culture?

(11:55) Would Bauer be a good fit for the Giants?

(16:12) How good can Matt Olson be?

(20:00) Where will Liam Hendriks end up?

(25:32) Bob Melvin’s greatness

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Giants catcher Chadwick Tromp details learning from Buster Posey, playing for Gabe Kapler Dec 22, 2020

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On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants catcher Chadwick Tromp to discuss a number of different topics, including what it's like playing alongside Buster Posey, the Giants' 2020 season and Gabe Kapler's managerial style.

(2:02) Tromp relives his MLB debut

(9:06) Tromp details the Giants' 2020 season

(12:17) Tromp discusses learning from Posey

(16:36) Tromp explains how it is to play for Gabe Kapler

(20:03) Which pitchers are hard to catch?

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