The Stick

The Stick is brought to you by (tH)inkSlinger! "Where words collide!" Each episode host Jimmy Flame narrates either a player spotlight from baseball's vast archives or an interesting event from baseball history. New episodes spring up all the time, so be sure to subscribe and tune in regularly. The Stick hits it outta' the park every time! Produced by House Of Fire Productions.

Building A Professional Presence On Social Media

Many of you have tons of Facebook friends but have no idea how to pitch your business to them also. It’s ok to do that. Most of your friends already know you do something for money, so why aren’t they coming to you for services? In this episode of Jimmy Flame On!, Jimmy Flame provides some tips and even a challenge that will help you change your social media presence!

09-05
20:35

Ep 10 Dodgers Win! Thanks To Blundering Statistics

The Dodgers first World series victory since 1988 brings up a lot of questions. The game has changed since Gibson's HR thanks to advancements in statistical analysis. But is this good for baseball? Jimmy Flame opines on this episode of The Stick!

10-28
26:40

Ep. 9 Player Profile: Cesar Cedeno

Dubbed “The Me decade” by Tom Wolfe, the 1970s saw events ranging from the rise of disco to the fall of Saigon, and ultimately the dramatic fall of disco. In baseball, meanwhile, it was all about cool hairstyles and mini-dynasties, with the A’s, Reds and Yankees each winning two—or in the A’s case, three—World Series in a row. It would seem, then, that the talent was condensed around a few teams. But that’s not true. There are other players, and, in fact, other teams to consider as well. No, really! There are. In this episode of The Stick, Jimmy Flame narrates the player profile of Cesar Cedeno. Brought to you by http://www.thinkslinger.org

07-04
05:34

Ep. 8 Player Profile: "Wee Willie" Keeler

William H. “Wee Willie” Keeler was one of the smallest players ever in major league baseball at 5-foot-4, 140 pounds. But he had one of the biggest bats in the game, both figuratively and literally, weighing up to 46 ounces. Jimmy Flame narrates this episode's Player Profile! Sponsored by http://www.thinkslinger.org

07-03
04:26

EP. 5 MLB Owners Approve Plan To Start Season With NL DH

Major League Baseball owners gave the go-ahead to making a proposal to the players' union that could lead to the coronavirus-delayed season starting around Fourth of July weekend in neutral ballparks without fans, a plan that envisions expanding the designated hitter to the National League for 2020. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyflame77/support

05-11
21:40

EP. 3 Special Guest Dick Deluxe

Singer/songwriter Dick Deluxe is my special guest on the show and he talks about quarantine in New Orleans, how he's passing the time during the Coronavirus pandemic (hint: lotsa living room performances streamed on Facebook Live), and, of course, we discuss lots and lots of wrestling. From Sputnik Monroe to Johnny Valentine, Wahoo, Da' Crusha', Texas Rasslin' in the '60s and '70s, Paul Boesch and his brief stint working as The Wrestler magazine's official correspondent to the Texas territory in the late '60s-early '70s, and much much more! This is a MUST HEAR episode.  Produced by House Of Fire Productions http://www.flamesthename.com   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyflame77/support

05-11
49:50

EP. 4 MLB Coronavirus Shutdown: 10 Unresolved Questions

Baseball, like every public event in the world, is shut down indefinitely because of the Coronavirus pandemic. Jimmy Flame delivers a fiery discussion and explores 10 unresolved questions regarding Major League Baseball and the Players Association, ranging from free agency to the burning question, "will the fans return?"  Surely, none of these issues are in the same stratosphere of importance as saving lives and thanking our medical professionals for all they are doing and continue to do, and we recognize that wholeheartedly. But Flame's a gigantic baseball fan and believes one way we can help each other during these times is to talk about the things we that impassion us. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyflame77/support

04-06
26:25

EP. 2 We Gettin' Paid!

Baseball movies and docs to watch, coronavirus stimulus, and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyflame77/support

03-25
21:36

PILOT: America Cancelled

In this pilot episode of The Stick, Jimmy Flame discusses cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic otherwise known as Coronavirus, and ponders ways to keep busy and ideas on creativity during these strange but necessary days.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyflame77/support

03-18
29:54

Ep. 7 Remember The Blast: Andy Oyler's Famous Home Run

Ever since Babe Ruth launched Major League Baseball into the live-ball era with his majestic home runs, stunned fans have been asking: "How far did that go?" Well way back in 1905 Andy Oyler of the Minneapolis Millers hit a ball that left people completely flummoxed. Including the opposing St. Paul team on a particularly rainy day.  Check out the story plus other odd baseball facts that are too strange to be made up, RIGHT HERE! On The Stick, hosted by Jimmy Flame. Produced in part by (tH)inkSlinger and House of Fire Productions.  http://www.thinkslinger.org

06-26
23:28

Ep. 6 Baseball Popularized By Pandemics

Baseball became the United States' popular "pastime" partially because of the cholera outbreak. People fled to the suburbs to avoid infection and brought a primitive version of baseball (called "Base Ball" two words) with them. From there the game captivated the weeklies and sportswriters began covering the peculiar game, meant to provide the leisurely class with an outlet to get fresh air and exercise. However, gambling and the spirit of competition took hold, and thus the birth of professionalism in baseball.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyflame77/support

05-23
24:05

Super Holidays Middle of the Holidays Happy Holidays Christmahannuka Special!

Social media. Fake news. Twitter is doing something about it. All this plus Jimmy Flame goes off about The Viking episode getting 10 listens!

12-27
26:00

A Very Brief History of The Vikings

Invaders, predators, barbarians—the Vikings are often portrayed as one-dimensional brutes whose achievements include little more than smashing skulls and taking over land. What if I told you that 1) it’s not necessarily true, and 2) their societal contributions continue to shape our world?

12-06
29:35

Switching it up!

Flame reveals some truths and reveals the future of this podcast.

11-25
23:32

Rugby World Cup 2019!

Jimmy Flame gives his thoughts on Japan’s performance in the Rugby World Cup #RWC2019 and rants about social media being the Devil!

10-14
29:54

Get Your Hustle On!

Jimmy Flame talks about self employment and its empowering attributes. Pro wrestlers! Artists! Musicians! Listen up! Da Flame has some ideas to make money while also making your own schedule. Call your own shots, daddaay!!

06-17
19:06

The Marketing Epsisode! What are you selling, daddaay!?

Jimmy Flame discusses MLB marketing pitfalls and applies it RASSLIN’, daddaay!! Check out this highly informative episode right now, jack!!!

05-17
28:53

Flame On Special: Wrestlemania 35

The Flame Daddaay talks about the rise of Kofi, Ronda Rousey, and Wrestlemania leading the way into the coming year!

04-04
29:19

RAW Review: Angle Announces Final Opponent

Jimmy Flame hasn’t watched Monday Night RAW in years. That changed recently and he’s entertained! Plus, Kurt Angle announces final opponent, Ronda Rousey tears it up again, and Flame talks about a new punk rock compilation.

03-19
29:45

Ronda Rousy Discusses Gentrification and “Fake” Wrestling!?

The wrestling world is in an uproar over the recent comments of Ronda Rousy. But isn’t she right? Gentrification and pro wrestling have a lot in common. Plus, Jimmy Flame name drops Dick Deluxe!

03-08
25:02

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