SABRcast with Rob Neyer

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Episode 220: Sean Aronson: The Stories are the Story Jun 26, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by the play-by-play voice of the St. Paul Saints, Sean Aronson. Sean shares his roots in broadcasting growing up listening to legends of the craft, stories from his career and insight into the current landscape of the minor leagues. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's been reading. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 219: Linda Pitmon and Steve Wynn: Baseball Project Jun 19, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a two of the driving forces behind the band "The Baseball Project." Linda Pitmon and Steve Wynn tell Rob about the start of the band, the inspiration behind some of their most impactful songs and their new album, set for release this summer. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's been reading. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 218: Panel Discussion: It Has to Work Jun 12, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a special panel of guests to discuss a unique look at building an indy league baseball team. Ben Lindbergh, Sam Miller and Theo Fightmaster offer unique perspectives on the story behind the book, "The Only Rule is it Has to Work." The book follows the summer of the Sonoma County Stompers and the unique moves made to try and make them successful on the field. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's been reading. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 217: Panel Discussion: The Peanuts Gang and Baseball Jun 05, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a special panel of guests to discuss the iconic comic strip Peanuts. Along with Benjamin L. Clark, Anika Orrock, and Luke Epplin, Rob dives into the strip's baseball bent, how the characters mirror real life, and how the strip stands the test of time across the decades. Later in the show, Rob wraps the week that was in baseball looking at the surging Texas Rangers. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 216: Jake Eisenberg: New Voice on the Block May 30, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Kansas City Royals radio broadcaster Jake Eisenberg. Rob and Jake discuss his rapid rise through the minors, the iconic radio voices he's already worked with, and his approach to the craft of calling a game. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 215: Phil Dixon: History from their own words May 22, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author and researcher Phil Dixon. Phil has a lengthy catalog of books to his name, notably the award-winning work "The Negro Baseball Leagues A Photographs History, 1867-1955." Throughout his research he has personally interviewed countless people connected to the game's past, generating some of the most accurate and complete portrayals of the history of the Negro League era. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 214: Jonathan Eig: Uncovering Biographies May 15, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Jonathan Eig. Author of biographies on such subjects as Jackie Robinson, Lou Gehrig and Muhammad Ali, Rob and Jonathan discuss those works and his latest book, "King: A Life." The chat gives a glimpse into some of the unique findings Jonathan's research has produced and the process for writing books on such significant figures. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 213: Michael Lewis: Moneyball Milestone May 08, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Michael Lewis. With the 20th anniversary of the publication of "Moneyball" on the horizon, Rob and Michael discuss the construction of the book, the continued popularity it enjoys, favorite behind the scenes moments for Michael and more. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on current events in baseball and beyond. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 212: JJ Cooper: Mr. Baseball America May 01, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Baseball America writer JJ Cooper. The pair discuss the potential impacts of AI on baseball, the Oakland A's signals of a Las Vegas move, Banana Ball, and more. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on current events in baseball and beyond. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 211: Ryan McGee: Minor League Perfection Apr 24, 2023

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Ryan McGee. Along with writing for ESPN and working as a host, Ryan recently published a new book, "Welcome to the Circus of Baseball: A Story of the Perfect Summer, at the Perfect Ballpark at the Perfect Time." Rob and Ryan discuss some of the best moments from the summer working for the Asheville Tourists, and how the ticket to a love of the game may just come at a minor league price. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on current events in baseball and beyond. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

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