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Interviews with coaches, players, team employees and fans of minor league and collegiate summer teams, with a heavy emphasis on the Mid America League and Abilene Flying Bison. I will try to bring interesting stories that may go unnoticed by the average fan. Rest assured, this is a simple podcast brought to you by a simple man!
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Mark Schuster has over 37 years of management experience at many levels of both affiliated and independent baseball. Mark and I discuss his time with the Durham Bulls one year after the release of the wildly popular Bull Durham movie. We also discuss how his time as general manager of the single A Burlington Indians taught him lessons in every aspect of baseball management that guide him to this day. Today, as founder of the Mid-America League, a collegiate summer wood bat league with teams i...
Dave, a transplant to North Texas from Spokane, Washington, has infused 2 of his greatest passions, photography and restoring vintage VW Vans, into an exciting business. His story of personal growth and perseverance is sure to motivate you. I think you'll leave this episode with a new bucket list item: finding Dave and the Eternal Sunshine Photobus! Follow Dave Ainley on social media: Instagram - @eternalsunshinephotobus Facebook - Eternal Sunshine Photobus Simple Thoughts of a Simple M...
This is a compilation of interviews with some interesting people I met at the 2026 Frisco Classic, presented by Peak Events. This has become one of the premier college baseball tournaments annually. Guests include on field host Floyd (Insta-@sheisfloyd), Usher Bill Kuhn, snippets from players Dax Whitney (Oregon State) and Landon Williams (Houston), and Oregon State coach Mitch Canham. The episode culminates with a moving story from Greg, Iowa fan of over 60 years. Instagram - @friscocl...
Virgil Brooks, aka The Producer for Break Even Sports and The DHC, shares some of his sports knowledge and experience. I could have talked to Virgil for hours. This was an engaging conversation and it left me wanting to visit more. Follow Virgil on social media: X - @thelostgumbel Instagram - lostgumbel Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com
Since our discussion of Cisco College Baseball and the 2026 season in the previous episode, Cam Vega has announced his move to the Miami Marlins organization. Cam will serve as catchers coach and assistant hitting coach for the Double-A Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Follow Cam on Instagram - @official_camvega Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com
Returning guest Cam Vega, sits down to discuss the current Cisco College baseball team's hot start and preview the spring. We discuss JUCO ball throughout Texas as well as a brief discussion of Division I baseball. Listen for teams and players to look out for as future stars. Follow Cam on social media: Instagram - official_camvega Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com
Following a brief hiatus after an illustrious playing and coaching career, Roger Ward decided to bring collegiate summer baseball to his home town of Great Bend, Kansas. Against great odds, and overcoming the negative impact left from a previous failed baseball franchise, Roger has established a team built on hard work, community involvement and blue collar baseball. The Great Bend Bat Cats have been one of the most consistent teams in the Jayhawk Collegiate League since their inception in 20...
Kyle Flax joined his hometown Haysville Aviators as both head coach and general manager in 2024, leading the squad to their 6th National Baseball Congress (NBC) tournament appearance in the team's brief 13 year history. Kyle shares stories from his perspective of team leadership. Follow the Aviators online: X - @aviatorsbsbll Instagram - @haysvilleaviators www.haysvilleaviators.com Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen Threads - @terry.mccu...
Ed Rivera hosts 3 different online sports shows weekly: The DHC Sports Show, Breakfast Takes, and Break Even Sports as well as The Dad Hat Chronicles podcast. He, along with partner Paul Caputo, founded the Curved Brim Media which is a baseball themed network of podcasts and other social media presentations focusing of every aspect of the baseball world, specifically the minor league level. Follow Ed on social media: Threads, BlueSky, Instagram, TikTok, Youtube - DHC Sports (@thed...
James is the Director of Broadcasting and radio voice of the Abilene Flying Bison. Only 28 years old, he already has 28 years of experience calling multiple sports. James shares engaging tales and shares the highlights of his experiences that have brought him to this point his broadcast career. You are sure to enjoy our conversation and, like me, long for more as the episode ends. Follow James on social media platforms: X - @JamesTrietley Instagram - jamestrietley Cover Photo Credit Abi...
In addition to being the mayor of the Dad Hat Chronicles, Donnie Wise is a NY Yankees, Columbia Fireflies and Clemson Tigers fan and sports traveler. You are sure to be entertained by his stories, especially the tales of how he got his hero's autograph and the decision for he and his wife to attend the World Series despite having a newborn at home. Follow Donnie on Social Media: X & Threads - @wisedrjr Instagram - the mayor_dhcsports Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmcc...
In this episode, I got to visit with the on-field host and emcee for the Abilene Flying Bison, Caleb Evans. Caleb is multi-talented and has an engaging personality. Hear his back story and how he ended up finding this role. After listening to Caleb, you will want to visit a game in person simply to see him in action! Find Caleb on all social media platforms: the_caleb_evans Intro Music: Sunrise - Caleb Evans Outro Music: Simple Man - Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!...
Hear some of my favorite, if not best, calls from the high school games I am fortunate enough to call. In my free time, I am the radio (online) voice for the Baird Bears, a Texas 1A school just west of Abilene on Interstate 20. You can catch Bear games live at ftlgradio.com and scroll to the Baird High School link. FTLGRADIO.COM - https://network1sports.com/station/katxnet12 Facebook - Baird Bears Radio Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagr...
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and wonderful holiday season. Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com
Rodrigo is one of only a few players to have played for the Abilene Flying Bison in both 2024 and 2025. He recounts his time in Abilene, as well as his roots in the game and where he is currently on his baseball journey. You're sure to enjoy my conversation with the man with one of the smoothest pre-at-bat routine in baseball. Rodrigo Instagram - @r_bravo31 Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandba...
An avid baseball enthusiast, Zach Beeson has tied his love of baseball and cuisine into an enriching life for himself and his family. While scheduling around his duty commitments in the Army National Guard, Captain Beeson has been able to visit many interesting and unique locations with many more on his bucket list. I enjoyed getting to visit with Zach and look forward to one day meeting him in person. Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen ...
You won’t want to miss this deep dive into Patrick Larson’s love of sports and his wide-ranging list of favorite teams. Patrick also opens up about a recent period of self-reflection, exploring how his teams’ results and cap collection affect his daily life and how he’s working to find a healthier balance between his love for people and his love for sports and other passions. Patrick Larson: X - @patlarson1 Instagram - milbhathistory Intro Music: Champions of the World Outro...
Mid America League Commissioner Nick Weisenborn discusses 2026 and beyond, including 4 new franchises for the upcoming summer. This is Nick's third visit. I appreciate the time he gives and detail with which he answers my questions. X - @MALBaseball2024 Instagram - @midamericaleague / @n_weisenborn Facebook - Mid America League www.malbaseball.com Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com
Ronnie Rantz is a legend in his home state of Louisiana. From his collegiate career under legendary coach Skip Bertman, where he helped lead the Tigers to their first national championship until today, Ronnie has been a prominent figure in the Bayou sports scene. After a career in professional baseball, and an arm injury ushered in a move into broadcasting where Rantz has become most widely acclaimed. In addition to years behind the mic, Rantz has also hosted radio shows for local ESPN radio ...
Spencer is an up-and-coming radio broadcaster for the Down East BirdDawgs in Kinston, NC. Spencer was with the Sherman Shadowcats in their inaugural season, which is how we met. I'm honored to have Spencer join me to catch up and learn about his love of sports and quick ascension into professional baseball. Spencer Pattison - X - @SpencerPattison Instagram - @spencerpattison LinkedIn - Spencer Pattison This episode begins with the beginning of a phone call complaining about a broken bird dog....
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