Amazin’ Conversations with Jay Horwitz

Legendary Mets broadcaster Howie Rose joins Jay Horwitz to reflect on his final season in the radio booth and the emotions he expects to feel during his last regularly scheduled game. Howie shares the stories behind Mike Piazza’s unforgettable post-9/11 home run, Pete Alonso’s dramatic home run in Milwaukee and the celebration that followed on the team plane. He also discusses his relationships with Ralph Kiner and Bob Murphy, the sacrifices his family made throughout his career and why he knew it was time to retire on his own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty-five years after September 11, Bobby Valentine joins Jay Horwitz to remember how the 2001 Mets helped New York begin to heal. Valentine reflects on Shea Stadium becoming a relief center, visiting Ground Zero and firehouses, wearing first-responder caps and the uncertainty surrounding baseball’s return. He also takes us inside the Mets’ emotional first game back at Shea Stadium and Mike Piazza’s unforgettable home run, a moment that continues to live with him every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former New York City Fire Commissioner Sal Cassano joins Jay Horwitz for a special edition of Amazin’ Conversations marking 25 years since September 11. Cassano recalls responding to the World Trade Center, working at Ground Zero, President George W. Bush’s memorable visit and his final interaction with FDNY Chaplain Father Mychal Judge. He also shares how the Mets supported New York’s firehouses and grieving families after the attacks, and explains why “never forget” must be demonstrated through actions, not just words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retired Port Authority Police Officer Will Jimeno joins Jay Horwitz to share his extraordinary story of survival from September 11, 2001. Jimeno recalls arriving at the World Trade Center, surviving the collapse of the Twin Towers and spending 13 hours trapped beneath the rubble before being rescued. Will also discusses the long physical and emotional recovery that followed, the making of Oliver Stone’s World Trade Center and the support he received from the Mets while hospitalized. Twenty-five years later, his story remains a powerful reminder of courage, sacrifice and the importance of never giving up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hall of Fame manager Joe Torre joins Jay Horwitz for a special edition of Amazin’ Conversations. Torre shares the story behind President George W. Bush’s unforgettable first pitch during the 2001 World Series, including the warning Derek Jeter gave him before he took the mound. He also opens up about growing up in a home affected by domestic violence, the mission of his Safe At Home Foundation and his remarkable journey from “Clueless Joe” to four-time World Series champion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices