Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke

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Episode 7: Brandon Belt Dec 21, 2021

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Tombstone, Roller Coasters, and Trix Cereal are just some of Brandon Belt's favorite things. This 2 time World Series Champ has been a bonafide MLB stud for the better part of the last decade, and he had an incredible season in 2021. What you may not realize is "The Baby Giraffe" is one of the funniest people in the game. He owns Kangaroos. He's obsessed with Sea Otters. His favorite thing about the Major Leagues is the unlimited Red Bull. He's also incredibly kind, to the tune of $90,000. Sit back and enjoy the hilarious ride of the "Daddy."

Episode 6: Mookie Betts Dec 14, 2021

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Mookie Betts is one of the biggest names in professional sports. From his Mom being his first Little League Coach, to his daughter teaching him to use his imagination, we unpack how a kid from Tennessee who thought he'd be a basketball player and bowler became a 2 time World Series Champ and MVP. Above all, he's a man of character and it shines through big time in this interview. Enjoy!

Episode 5: Dave Roberts Dec 07, 2021

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Win The Heart | Los Angeles Dodgers Manager, Dave "Doc" Roberts joins the program this week. His resume speaks for itself, but we unpack the man behind it all. You can't find a more enthusiastic, kind manager in Major League Baseball. From the janitor, all the way up, he's got a PHD in how to treat people. Doc shares with us where he learned that, and why serving others is WINNING. He also taps into the life lessons that can be learned from playing multiple and keeping sports FUN. Enjoy!

Episode 4: Javier Lopez Nov 30, 2021

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The Wolf | Former Major League Pitcher and 4 time World Series Champion Javier Lopez talks shop. We discuss the life of a relief pitcher. What really goes on out there in the bullpen? How did you keep your heart rate down in a high leverage situation in a World Series? He also shares the joys and challenges of coaching his own son now. Prior to Javier's interview, Ballgame recaps a goosebump weekend in Dallas with Kirk Gibson, Jack White and Ian Kinsler.

Episode 3: Nick Hundley Nov 23, 2021

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Dad Advice | We have our first guest! Former Major League Catcher Nick Hundley joins the program. He shares his best Dad Advice, his favorite teammates, and the coolest Buck Showalter Story of all time. Enjoy!

Episode 2: Stern But Loving Tone Nov 16, 2021

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Ballgame and Chop discuss their favorite college teammates. They also tap into failures they've made as coaches, and the different methods they've learned along the way to create a stern, but loving tone. Keep your head on the swivel for tips on commanding the attention of kids, while still being the most fun coach ever.

Episode 1: Introducing Coach Ballgame and Coach Chop Nov 08, 2021

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These 2 Baseball Lifers have compiled almost 40 years of youth coaching experience. Their mission is to change the culture of youth sports from a win at all cost mentality to one of nurturing life skills. In this pilot episode, we learn the WHY? Why do these 2 men spend countless hours on baseball fields enlightening our youth on the importance of character and joy? There's also an epic "Baseball Name Game," along with a preview of what to expect moving forward.

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