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Author: Joe Grimme

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Baseball fans of all ages will enjoy this podcast. Join us as we discuss players and teams from all eras, as well as various notable achievements, current events, and much more. Our guest interviews and trivia contests are certain to entertain you as well.

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During this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Camden and Callum McAtee, two brothers that are Highlands High School graduates, and who are now playing baseball together at Transylvania.
JP Donelan Interview

JP Donelan Interview

2025-10-1035:02

In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with JP Donelan, a Highlands High School graduate, who is entering his third year at Wilmington College. JP talks about his experience from childhood to now, as well as how he has become one of only a few players to hit, play in the field, and emerge as one of the team's starting pitchers.
The Designated Hitter

The Designated Hitter

2025-10-0716:15

To commemorate episode 73, host Joe Grimme talks about the designated hitter rule, which was instituted in the American League in 1973. Joe provides his analysis of the top 5 designated hitters of all-time, as he ranks them in order as to their accomplishments during their illustrious careers.
Tucker Barnhart Interview

Tucker Barnhart Interview

2025-10-0301:17:40

Former Cincinnati Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart talks with host Joe Grimme during this episode. Barnhart, who won 2 Gold Glove Awards behind the plate, tells some great stories during this interview, and he explains why he decided to retire in June of 2025.
In this episode, host Joe Grimme admits he was wrong when he predicted (in his August 1 episode) that the Cincinnati Reds would not make the 2025 playoffs. Listen to a recap of how the Reds snuck in, as well as their chances to make a run at a World Series Championship.
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Vada Pinson III, the son of Vada Pinson, Jr. Enjoy first-hand stories from the son of Vada, Jr., who played 11 seasons for the Cincinnati Reds, and put together a great career that should place him in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Scott Schweitzer Interview

Scott Schweitzer Interview

2025-09-1901:12:05

In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Scott Schweitzer, head coach at Campbell County High School. Scott takes a walk down memory lane to discuss his playing career, which led him to be drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals, as well as his coaching career during which he has surpassed 300 high school wins.
Host Joe Grimme discusses the 1990 Cincinnati Reds and how they won the World Series during that season. Enjoy a recap of how this team, lacking any true superstars, put together a season to remember, becoming the first National League team to go wire-to-wire during a 162-game season.
Grady Brown Interview

Grady Brown Interview

2025-09-1259:44

In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Grady Brown, long-time teacher and head baseball coach at Newport High School. Grady and his late brother, Ray, have been two of the most influential men that have given so much to the Northern Kentucky baseball community. Sid Bravard, former Newport standout, also joins in the discussion to reminisce about his time while playing for Ray and Grady Brown.
Perry Barber Interview

Perry Barber Interview

2025-09-0501:07:57

Host Joe Grimme talks with Perry Barber, who is one of the pioneers that has helped lead the way for women umpires since 1981. Perry discusses the challenges she faced early in her career, as well as the journey she has enjoyed during the last 40+ years working in baseball.
Playoff Picture 2025

Playoff Picture 2025

2025-09-0210:51

In this episode, host Joe Grimme summarizes the current Major League Baseball standings, and he talks about the teams still in the hunt for the postseason. He provides information about the strength of schedules, as well as highlighting some key matchups to look for in the last few weeks of the 2025 season.
In his first episode in the "Mount Rushmore Series," host Joe Grimme discusses the best hitters to ever wear a Chicago Cubs uniform. After revealing his top 4, he provides an analysis as to which player was the greatest Cubs hitter of all time.
Host Joe Grimme squares off with returning guest Warren Brown ("Brownie"), as they discuss which team was better - the New York Yankees from the 1920s or the Cincinnati Reds from the 1970s. Each take a deep dive to put forth their argument regarding two franchises that dominated during their respective decades.
It's somewhat rare to have 3 superstars on the same team at the same time, but Major League Baseball has seen it happen a number of times. In this episode, host Joe Grimme ranks his top 8 hitting trios of all time.
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with 15-year veteran high school and college umpire Greg Spencer. This is a great discussion of what it is like to officiate baseball games, and how an umpire deals with conflict on the job.
Host Joe Grimme talks with Cole Shaffer, new head baseball coach at Thomas More University. Shaffer discusses the path that has led him to the Greater Cincinnati area, as well as his plan for success at a well-established collegiate baseball program.
Doug Flynn Interview

Doug Flynn Interview

2025-08-0701:02:49

Host Joe Grimme talks with Doug Flynn, a member of the Big Red Machine, who was a 2-time World Series Champion, as well as a Gold Glove winner with the New York Mets. Flynn, a life-long Kentuckian who currently resides in Lexington, tells some great stories about his 11-year career as a Major League baseball player.
Host Joe Grimme discusses the trades recently made by the Cincinnati Reds, and the impact they might have on the team. He also gives his opinion and reasons as to why the Reds will not make the playoffs this year.
Ryne Sandberg Tribute

Ryne Sandberg Tribute

2025-07-3112:32

A great man was lost earlier this week with the passing of Ryne Sandberg. Host Joe Grimme talks about his career and accomplishments, as well as what a few of Sandberg's colleagues said about him. Ryne was truly a great player and a great person.
San Diego Padres pitcher Kyle Hart joins host Joe Grimme to talk about his experience during the first half of the season. This Cincinnati native provides an inside look of what it is like to be a Major League pitcher.
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