Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke

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TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 132 |Loud Grandparents, and Stress-Free Dugouts Jan 27, 2026

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Coach Chop’s got a new MLB gig 👀 and we’re breaking down what that transition looks like behind the scenes. Then we dig into a youth-sports classic: LOUD grandparents in the bleachers—why it happens, how it impacts kids, and what coaches can (and can’t) control.To wrap it up, we get practical with simple, in-game icebreakers coaches can use to loosen things up, relieve pressure, and bring the joy back—without losing competitiveness.Real talk. Real tools. Culture over chaos.Pull up a bucket and let’s Talkin’ Shop. 🎙️⚾

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 131 | Holding Gratitude & Respect for Our Umpires ft. Jayden Lorenzo Jan 20, 2026

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Gratitude for the ones who keep the game fair, the pace moving, and the love of baseball alive ⚾️👏
This episode of Coach Ballgame shines a light on umpires and the respect they deserve, featuring Jayden Lorenzo.
Tune in for perspective, appreciation, and a powerful reminder of sportsmanship.

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 130 | Your Kid Shouldn't ONLY Be Playing Baseball...? Jan 13, 2026

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This week we talk about a taboo subject... your kid shouldn't ONLY be playing baseball. Why? Let's dive into it on episode 130 of the Talkin' Shop pod!

TALKIN' SHOP | FULL EP 129 | You're Not Auditioning for a Travel Coach, They're Auditioning for You. Jan 06, 2026

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If you’ve ever felt like you had to “prove yourself” to a travel coach, this episode is for you. In Ep 129 of Talkin’ Shop, we flip the script, transforming your 2026 mindset.

REPLAY | The Coaches Talk BEST Christmas Movies Dec 23, 2025

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What's the best Christmas Movie of all time??? The Coaches talk about it today. Merry Christmas!!

REPLAY | Loud Coaching is NOT Always Good Coaching... Dec 16, 2025

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This one packed a bunch of punches into only 30 minutes. Ballgame gives Chop some rapid fire questions on "Things parents say during games." Things like "Elbow Up". "Throw Strikes!" "Bear Down." Chopper gives his response to what he would say in the same situations. Ballgame also unpacks his Sandlot in New Jersey (130 Kids) and his Play Ball event in NYC with MLB, while Chopper shares how he dealt with his team losing 15-1.Wanna Support the Podcast? Become a Patreon Member: www.patreon.com/chopandballgameIt's a great day to be great!

REPLAY | Communicating with Parents Dec 09, 2025

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The boys love answering your questions. Today they dig into healthy ways of communication between Coaches and Parents.Wanna support the Podcast? www.patreon.com/chopandballgameWarstic Discount Code: Attaboy15Tanner Tees Discount Code: Attaboy

REPLAY | Coach Rac is BACK! Dec 02, 2025

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He's the most popular baseball influencer alive. Meet Coach Robert Anthony Cruz.

REPLAY | Is it Okay to Light a Kid Up??? Nov 25, 2025

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The boys are back and choppin it up!Ballgame's Online Coaching Course is LIVE and you can find it here: https://www.coachballgame.com/coach-b...BANG!

REPLAY | Albert Pujols on the POD!! Nov 18, 2025

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He's one of the best to ever play the game. They call him "The Machine." The numbers don't lie...3,301 Career Hits. 679 Home Runs. 2,150 Runs Batted In. 10 All Star Games, 2 World Series Championships, 3 MVP's, 6 Silver Sluggers, and he's still playing! We spend an hour with Albert talking about his upbringing in the DR, his Major League career, and his off the field endeavors. Of all those accolades, The Roberto Clemente Award is his most prized. He shares with us what questions he would have for Roberto if he could meet him. He also gives great advice for the young hitter. What's the difference between hitting in Little League, and High School? How was he able to hit for power, and put the ball in play so much? To close out the program, we discuss his foundation, the Pujols Family Foundation, which serves the Down Syndrome Community and underserved areas of the Dominican Republic. Chad Chop also challenges him to a Trivia Contest, which you definitely don't wanna miss. Thank you for all you are Albert Pujols. Enjoy, rate, review, and SHARE!