Episode 53 Title: Big Bugs in Iowa We bounced around Omaha and the College World Series experience from tailgates to Jell-O shots and everything in between. Would you Rather: All or Nothing on Ice Cream When in Rome: 1 or 2 Spaces Did you Know: 93 Phillies
We “dipped our toes in the water” to test out a slightly new format in the Freshman Parking Lot this week. There will now be a “pool” of contributors moving forward with the goal of publishing on a slightly more consistent basis and also expanding our cast of characters. Would you Rather: Opening Day or Playoff Football When in Rome: Holding Doors Did you Know: Perfectos
The Olympics are off and running and we are loving it! That, coupled with some gambling and NFL talk makes up this episode. Would you Rather: Luge or Skeleton When in Rome: Bathroom Lighting Did you Know: I Feel the Need…The Need for Olympic Speed
What a Divisional weekend of NFL Playoff games! We dug into the excitement of all 4 games from the past weekend and a little bit of our own viewing experiences. Would you Rather: 2 or 1? When in Rome: Snow Day Activities Did you Know: Baseball’s Origins
After a long layoff, we’re back with a little Christmas/New Year’s gift for you! We talked about John Madden, push-ups and planks, Bowl Games, and lots of other fun things! Would you Rather: Mow or Shovel When in Rome: Undershirts Did you Know: Shohei
The Rays and Jays are getting juicy, and the Ryder Cup is in town, plus lots of other random things that weren’t planned to be talked about. Would you Rather: Hits or Home Runs When in Rome: Email Signatures Did you Know: Kruk’s Tough Times
Catching up with an old teammate, roommate, and friend. We welcomed Josh Eidem who has a podcast of his own (The Small Town Baseball Commute) and has written a book (Beyond the Fence) and has lived the last 22 years of his life in the amateur baseball community of western Wisconsin. Would you Rather: Big boy toys When in Rome: Throw it back? Did you Know: Baseball Mascots
We had our buddy from Real Sportscards, Wisconsin, Tom Kulczewski join us to give us an expert’s inside look at the sports card industry. See if you can figure out who Tom’s all time favorite MLB player is and how many times he mentions his name during the podcast! When in Rome: Umpire Apparel Did you Know: Avogadro’s Law
Brad got the invite to return to the show, and Justin man crushes on Tom Brady. We also break down the Olympics. Would you Rather: Medals When in Rome: To be a Karen or not Did you Know: Global crops
Operating a man down, we worked hard to still provide you with another great show! Tune in an Olympic update and even more NIL talk, this time though we talk a little high school NIL. And also, “shut up, Nick Saban!” When in Rome: TSA problems Did you Know: The Packers Home
What once was lost, now is found! This episode was presumed lost, but was just recovered, and we are so excited that this great (like legitimately great) episode is available for you! Would you Rather: Beach or Waterpark When in Rome: Cotton Candy Did you Know: Gas pumps
Justin is off in some far away land with poor (or no) internet service, so we are operating a man down this week, and are hoping he’s able to join us from the road next week! The topics we hit on this week were the long awaited implementation of the NIL rules and Sha’Carri Richardson’s Olympic ban. Would you Rather: Tailgating When in Rome: ‘Merica
Brian had some things he needed to get off his chest, we got into alternate uniforms, Wimbledon, and homemade wine! Would you Rather: Postseason viewing When in Rome: Batting around Did you Know: Biking fast (like really fast)
Potential benefits to college athletes, and update on NIL, and a review of how the sticky stuff checkpoints are going in MLB. Would you Rather: Pool or hot tub When in Rome: Greens fees Did you Know: Old (like really old) basketball teams
Pitchers have sticky balls and Brad learns to read, really that’s all you need to know! Would you Rather: Flags or arcs When in Rome: The Dells Did you Know: That’s a lot of winning
Some pretty amazing feats have been accomplished by old me recently, with a nod to Phil Mickelson, we dove into some of those accomplishments both recent and not quite so recent. When in Rome: I’m still thirsty Did you Know: Old (like really old) ballplayers
Topics this week included a wide variety of topics, some of which include Big Shot Bob, ridiculous stat lines, and rules, whether they be written or unwritten. Would you Rather: The band or the dance floor When in Rome: I’m thirsty Did you Know: Hard (like really hard) hit balls
Fixing technical difficulties, fast athletes, Mother’s Day giveaways, no-hitters, STUPID rules, and more! Would you Rather: The Machine or The Kid When in Rome: Ketchup and Syrup Did you Know: Fast (like really fast) runners
Hi everyone, Sorry it's been so long since an episode has posted. This one will explain a bit about the hiatus.
Opening Day is on the very near horizon and hope springs eternal. Major League Baseball is experimenting with some rule changes in the minor leagues, and also a recap on BANANA BALL!!!