Power Stacks with Giesenschlag & Goldsmith

In the offseason, the Reds rebuilt their bullpen and their bench. Get to know the new faces in the clubhouse and hear their stories. We look at Pierce Johnson, Caleb Ferguson, Brock Burke, Dane Myers and JJ Bleday.Visit theadvertisingsuite.com to see how The Advertising Suite can help support your business goals.00:00 Together Again! In Goodyear!02:28 Rhett Lowder's return06:04 Pierce Johnson joins the Reds bullpen10:39 Caleb Ferguson20:42 Brock Burke22:55 Dane Myers' story of coming to the Reds28:35 JJ Bleday33:40 Nate Lowe36:30 Reds spring training basketball hoopSend your questions, comments & sponsorship inquiries to powerstackspod@gmail.comVideo https://youtu.be/rjDzDl2ec1MSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 2026 Reds will be as good as their defense is. Brian and Charlie take a trip around the diamond, checking in at where the Reds are at at every position and where specific players are working to improve this season.00:00 Reds clubhouse on USA Hockey02:56 Dramatic tease03:52 Most notable from Reds' first games?06:22 State of the Reds' defense09:26 First base14:46 Second base22:53 Shortstop32:20 Third base34:03 Left field37:12 Center field42:16 Right field46:22 Catcher (and ABS)Send your questions, comments and sponsorship inquiries to powerstackspod@gmail.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/gzyh1yOicpcSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the biggest aspects of the 2026 Reds season will be how a few guys coming off of down years bounce back with a fresh start in 2026. Brian and Charlie look at those players and their stories. Hear from Matt McLain, Tyler Stephenson, Terry Francona and CES.Send your questions, comments and sponsorship inquiries to powerstackspod@gmail.com00:00 Managing Eugenio Suárez04:03 Dramatic tease and intro04:48 Matt McLain14:16 Reds, arbitration and Tyler Stephenson25:00 Welcome (back) to Power Stacks!26:28 Positional flexibility downside?33:54 Terry Francona on Nathaniel Lowe42:20 Christian Encarnacion-Strand50:52 Hello Belfast!#cincinnatireds #reds #cincinnatihttps://youtu.be/e2-D_EAe3jASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian and Charlie take a deep dive into the strength of the team. They discuss the Reds’ rotation, what the upside of the unit means and how it compares to their rivals. Hear from Nick Lodolo, Chase Burns and Brandon Williamson.Send your questions, comments and sponsorship inquiries to powerstackspod@gmail.com00:00 Looking back at Reds' playoff series03:30 Intro04:30 Deep dive into the Reds' rotation13:34 Nick Lodolo18:47 Maximizing the Reds' window20:26 Andrew Abbott25:19 Brady Singer29:36 Fifth spot in Reds' rotation37:04 Brandon Williamson44:52 Final word on Reds' rotation45:50 NL Central's rotations51:45 Rate the roadtrip: Goodyear, AZYouTube: https://youtu.be/0Q6m8Qm-lwUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Reds are back for a new year, and so is Power Stacks. Brian and Charlie open it up with a dive into Hunter Greene’s mindset entering 2025. Hear from Greene on his goals and lessons learned from 2025. Also, hear from Terry Francona on the lineup and Spencer Steer on the vibes around the 2026 Reds.Send your questions, comments and sponsorship inquiries to powerstackspod@gmail.com00:00 Baseball season is here!02:55 Hunter Greene16:33 Power Stacks is ready for Spring Training17:27 Reds' first day in Goodyear22:41 Reds News of the Day25:26 Terry Francona on Reds' lineup32:46 Spencer Steer's role43:29 Reds' clubhouse vibes45:14 World Baseball Classic planFind Charlie's Chalkboard at charlieschalkboard.substack.comhttps://youtu.be/LbHbhrX8_LcSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Reds lineup looks a lot different now that they have a familiar All-Star slugger right back in the middle. Eugenio Suárez is re-signing with the Reds. Brian and Charlie break down how it happened, why a return made so much sense for both sides and how the move impacts what the Reds are capable of in 2026.YouTube: https://youtu.be/o8MhMc6fhRMEmail: Powerstackspod at gmail dotcomSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian and Charlie are back with takeaways from Redsfest. They dive into the new young core, hearing from Sal Stewart, Hector Rodriguez and Rhett Lowder. They also look at the moves the Reds have made and what still needs to happen this winter to complete the offseason. YouTube: https://youtu.be/4ykhvxCR9kcSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charlie joins Brian from the winter meetings in Orlando. Charlie empties the notebook on all the Reds news from the Kyle Schwarber pursuit to the bullpen to Elly De La Cruz. Hear from Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall and former Reds skipper Dusty Baker. 0:00 Intro on Kyle Schwarber 4:00: Real smoke 8:00: Welcome - what’s happening at the winter meetings 12:00: Update with Tito13:30: Partner with us at Power Stacks! Email: PowerStacksPod@gmail.com15:30: Plan A vs Plan B20:00: Nick Krall’s thoughts 25:00: Are the Reds building 2026 as 2025 plus development?31:00: Elly de la Cruz and Tito’s error35:00: Why Emilio Pagan signing was surprising39:00: A fascinating bullpen reconstruction43:30: Timelines for offseason signings45:30: Charlie’s notebook 48:00: Potential trades 49:30: Dusty Baker on the RedsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The MLB offseason is officially underway, and Brian and Charlie answer your questions about the Reds heading into 2026. They look at the need in the bullpen, the under the radar roster questions and evaluate what they’re seeing on the market. YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z9dsiF64vGkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Dodgers eliminated the Reds in the NL Wild Card round. Brian and Charlie look at the deciding factors of the series, Nick Lodolo’s role, where the pitching staff was short and what the offense was missing. Hear from TJ Friedl and Nick Lodolo.YouTube: https://youtu.be/vUWwygJr-HYSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian and Charlie break down the Reds’ 10-5 loss to the Dodgers. They look at what went wrong from Hunter Greene, what he said postgame and reaction from the clubhouse. Charlie also shares his Game 2 lineup projection .YouTube: https://youtu.be/4ZpcP3DmSWASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian and Charlie take you inside the celebration in the Reds’ clubhouse after they clinched a playoff spot. Hear 11 interviews with players like Hunter Greene, Spencer Steer and Nick Martinez. Brian and Charlie also buzz through some of the biggest Reds vs. Dodgers storylines.Celebrate your family's milestones with Glenville Ave. Find them at https://glenvilleavellc.com Use code STACKS for 15 percent off your first order.YouTube: https://youtu.be/hZHz2pO6h9ESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian and Charlie tell the story of Noelvi Marte’s dramatic robbed homer that save the season. They go all the way back to the origination of the bold idea to move Marte to the outfield. Hear from Jose Trevino and Collin Cowgill. Brian and Charlie also look at the moving pieces in the rotation and look at Matt McLain’s role. YouTube: https://youtu.be/Wi7mGiMIltISee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cincinnati Reds control their own destiny, and Brian and Charlie look at how they turned around their September to get to that point and break down the sweep of their season. Hear from Scott Barlow, Chase Burns and Tyler Stephenson.YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q4KWG7oIjYoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Reds are right back to where they started this season — counting on clutch performances from their stars. Brian and Charlie dive into Hunter Greene’s complete game as well as Elly De La Cruz’s frustrating second half of the season.YouTube: https://youtu.be/WfVYmC39vMASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cincinnati Reds got swept by the A’s over the weekend, and there are still questions about the Reds’ lineup and pitching staff that have been changing on a regular basis. Brian and Charlie evaluate the Reds’ chances down the stretch and go through the key decisions they have ahead of them as they prepare for the final two weeks.Celebrate your family's milestones with Glenville Ave. Find them at https://glenvilleavellc.com Use code STACKS for 15 percent off your first order.YouTube: https://youtu.be/w_CQoJpC39YSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cincinnati Reds are alive, and they just won their most exciting series of the season. Brian and Charlie look at the developments that have the Reds back in the race, including the return of Hunter Greene and the development in their bullpen.YouTube: https://youtu.be/bosAhTOIvfwSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Reds took two out of three against the Mets, but not completing a sweep felt like a missed opportunity. Brian and Charlie break down the series. Hear from Terry Francona on the role of power in the Reds’ offense as well as Sal Stewart’s dad on what it’s like watching his son play.Celebrate your family's milestones with Glenville Ave. Find them at https://glenvilleavellc.com Use code STACKS for 15 percent off your first order.Send questions, comments and sponsorhip inquiries to powerstackspod@gmail.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/S0RYbGCquGQSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Very quickly, the Reds went from knocking on the door of a playoff spot to falling five games behind the Mets. Brian and Charlie dissect what’s been going on, including the lack of power and the state of the pitching staff. Hear from Nick Martinez, Terry Francona and Andrew Abbott.YouTube: https://youtu.be/DGLorbcZK5QSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian and Charlie discuss the Reds’ promotion of top prospect Sal Stewart. Also, hear from Stewart describing his journey and how he proved doubters wrong. Brian and Charlie also look at the slumping Reds’ offense and share interviews with Andrew Abbott, Gavin Lux and Elly De La Cruz.Celebrate your family's milestones with Glenville Ave. Find them at https://glenvilleavellc.com Use code STACKS for 15 percent off your first order.Send questions, comments and sponsorhip inquiries to powerstackspod@gmail.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/VrljiDNz_dYSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.