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Hour 2: Tim Kurkjian Is Here!!!!!!

Hour 2: Tim Kurkjian Is Here!!!!!!

Update: 2024-08-283
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The podcast begins with a lighthearted introduction and a Smirnoff advertisement. The hosts then delve into a series of humorous anecdotes, including Vivek Ramaswamy's unique personality, Paul Pierce's claim about Ray Allen, and Peter King's pop tart preference. They also discuss David Samson's odd pop tart habits, Dominique Foxworth's revelation about Ray Lewis's speech recycling, and Roy Bellamy's fake hotel name. The hosts share their own personal experiences, including their laziness when it comes to getting dressed and their admiration for their wives' feet. They also discuss Chris Cody's peeing in the dark technique and David Sampson's post-coital crying. The podcast then transitions to a baseball segment called "The Pitch Clock," featuring a nostalgic trivia game and an interview with baseball expert Tim Kirchin. They discuss the greatness of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, and Tim Kirchin shares his favorite MLB story about Joel Youngblood. The hosts also discuss the unusual parity in the 2023 MLB season and the lack of clear contenders for the World Series. The podcast concludes with the trivia game and a final discussion about the best-selling jerseys from the 2010 season.

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Humorous Anecdotes and Personal Stories

The hosts share humorous anecdotes about various individuals, including Vivek Ramaswamy, Paul Pierce, Peter King, David Samson, Dominique Foxworth, Roy Bellamy, and themselves. They also discuss their personal experiences and habits, such as their laziness when it comes to getting dressed, their admiration for their wives' feet, and their unique peeing in the dark techniques.

00:13:33
The Pitch Clock: Baseball Trivia and Tim Kirchin Interview

The podcast transitions to a baseball segment called "The Pitch Clock," featuring a nostalgic trivia game and an interview with baseball expert Tim Kirchin. They discuss the greatness of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, and Tim Kirchin shares his favorite MLB story about Joel Youngblood. The hosts also discuss the unusual parity in the 2023 MLB season and the lack of clear contenders for the World Series.

Keywords

Vivek Ramaswamy


Vivek Ramaswamy is an American entrepreneur, author, and politician. He is a candidate for the Republican nomination for President of the United States in the 2024 election.

Aaron Judge


Aaron Judge is an American professional baseball outfielder for the New York Yankees. He is known for his exceptional power hitting and his recent record-breaking home run seasons.

Shohei Ohtani


Shohei Ohtani is a Japanese professional baseball player for the Los Angeles Angels. He is a two-way player, excelling as both a pitcher and a hitter, and has achieved numerous accolades for his unique abilities.

Joel Youngblood


Joel Youngblood was an American professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1989. He is known for his remarkable feat of getting a hit for two different teams in two different cities on the same day.

Parity (in baseball)


Parity in baseball refers to the relative balance of competitiveness among teams in a league. It is characterized by a lack of dominant teams and a greater number of teams with a chance to win.

Pitch Clock


The pitch clock is a new rule implemented in Major League Baseball in 2023, designed to speed up the pace of play. It requires pitchers to deliver a pitch within a certain time limit.

Jersey Sales


Jersey sales refer to the number of jerseys sold for a particular player or team. It is a measure of a player's popularity and a team's fan base.

MVP (Most Valuable Player)


The MVP award is given to the most valuable player in each league of Major League Baseball. It is awarded based on a player's overall performance and contribution to their team's success.

Q&A

  • What are some of the unique aspects of Vivek Ramaswamy's personality, as revealed by the hosts?

    The hosts describe Vivek Ramaswamy as having a unique personality, evidenced by his behavior in class, where he would raise his hand in the shape of a V, and at his reunion, where he brought a black SUV and ate food privately in the car.

  • What is the significance of Aaron Judge's recent home run achievement?

    Aaron Judge has become the fifth player ever to hit 50 home runs in three different seasons, and the second to do so without being linked to performance-enhancing drugs. This achievement places him among the elite hitters in baseball history.

  • What makes Shohei Ohtani such a remarkable player?

    Shohei Ohtani is a two-way player, excelling as both a pitcher and a hitter. He has achieved the 40-40 milestone, hitting 40 home runs and stealing 40 bases, while also pitching at a high level.

  • What is the unusual aspect of the 2023 MLB season, as described by Tim Kirchin?

    Tim Kirchin notes the unusual parity in the 2023 MLB season, where no team has yet to reach 80 wins and the lack of clear contenders for the World Series. This makes it difficult to predict which teams will be successful in the playoffs.

  • What is the purpose of the pitch clock in Major League Baseball?

    The pitch clock is a new rule implemented in 2023 to speed up the pace of play. It requires pitchers to deliver a pitch within a certain time limit, aiming to reduce the length of games and make them more exciting for fans.

  • What is the significance of jersey sales in Major League Baseball?

    Jersey sales are a measure of a player's popularity and a team's fan base. They reflect the level of support and interest that a player or team receives from fans.

  • What is the difference between a designated hitter (DH) and a regular player in baseball?

    A designated hitter (DH) is a player who bats for the pitcher, but does not play in the field. This is a rule in the American League, but not in the National League. Regular players are expected to both bat and play in the field.

  • What is Tommy John surgery and why is it significant for baseball pitchers?

    Tommy John surgery is a surgical procedure to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in the elbow, commonly performed on baseball pitchers. It is a significant injury that can require a lengthy recovery period and can impact a pitcher's career.

  • What is a walk-off home run and why is it considered exciting?

    A walk-off home run is a home run hit in the bottom of the ninth inning or later that wins the game for the home team. It is a dramatic and exciting way to end a game, as it provides a sudden and unexpected victory for the home team.

Show Notes

Amin and the Shipping Container kick off Hour 2 with the Suey nominees for Best Revelation. Does the crew ever hear clips of themselves and have different reactions than they had the first time? Then, it's time for another episode of The Pitch Clock with Jeremy. Jake Storiale of Jomboy Media returns to the show, but this time he's here to play Taylor's trivia game on the Best Selling Jerseys From the 2010 Season. Also, Chris Cote sticks around for our interview with an expert because TIM KURKJAN IS HERE! He chats with Jeremy and Chris about Aaron Judge's HR prowess, Shohei Ohtani's shot at a 50-50 season, the last time we saw two individual seasons like theirs in one MLB season, the Danny Jensen 2-teams-1-game story, and his favorite underrated storyline in MLB right now.

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Hour 2: Tim Kurkjian Is Here!!!!!!

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