Kwb Radio Podcast

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Synopsis

Host Joe Ferraro (@FerraroOnAir) and Kevin Wilson (@KWBaseball) bring you inside the world of #GoodBatting. It's not only a mindset, it's a way of life.

Episodes

  • Ep. 65-Kevin Jordan

    14/10/2018 Duration: 01h14min

    There are big league players and there are people like Kevin Jordan. Growing up in San Fransisco rooting for his favorite team, the Philadelphia Phillies, he eventually was able to live out his childhood dream by playing all 7 years of his big league career in the City of Brotherly Love. Maybe one of the most unique and well rounded big league players to have every played the game, KJ talks about: His approach at the plate Why he's concerned with some of today's hitting philosophies How he uses a rice bucket to help hitters What he did to mentor KW How umpire Joe West took away his 1st big league hit! and much more! Follow KJ on Twitter @kjhitting Log on to his website KJHitting.com Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to our private Facebook group here. For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 64-Troy Cameron

    30/09/2018 Duration: 01h20min

    We welcome former Atlanta Braves 1st round draft pick, Troy Cameron, to the show! He's currently the Head Coach of St. Thomas Aquinas High School, winning the 8A Florida State Championship in 2018. He's such a humble person, but we got him to open up and share the wisdom he's gained from his experiences both on and off the field. We discuss:  His decision to sign out of HS and bypass the opportunity to play at Florida State The unique culture he's created at St. Thomas Aquinas The best hitter he ever played with His thoughts on some of the "new age" hitting philosophies  His USA Baseball experience and much more! Follow Troy on Twitter @tmcam7 Follow Troy on Instagram @troycameron7 Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to our private Facebook group here. For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 63 - Your Days Are Numbered

    16/09/2018 Duration: 47min

    Have you thought about how many more days you have left to play or coach? @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball pull back the curtain and share their message for high school and college seniors who's days are numbered.  We discuss: Leaving a legacy How do you take advantage of every moment? Learning to lead those who will lead the program when you're gone Playing with an edge and much more! Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to our private Facebook group page. For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 62-Tim Wilken

    02/09/2018 Duration: 01h10min

    It's not every day that you get to sit down with a Hall of Fame scout. Tim Wilken joins us to share stories from his 40-years of scouting and signing some of the best players to ever play Major League Baseball.  We discuss: His first time sitting down and meeting with Vincent Edward "Bo" Jackson's mom  His advice for young scouts working in today's game How he balances scouting with analytics Why he loves drafting two-sport athletes and much more! Follow Tim on Twitter @backupslider  Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to our private Facebook group page. For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 61-Cole Tucker

    19/08/2018 Duration: 01h04min

    KW's nickname for him is "Big Perm." Pittsburgh Pirates 2014 1st round draft pick and top prospect Cole Tucker crushes this episode with @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball.  We discuss: Why he signs every autograph The retreat that changed his life in 8th grade How he has handled failure and adversity throughout his professional career  Biggest lesson he learned from his first big league spring training Why he chokes up on the bat! and much more! Follow Cole on Twitter and Instagram @cotuck Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to our private Facebook page. For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 60-Garin Cecchini

    05/08/2018 Duration: 01h06min

    We welcome back former Boston Red Sox 3B Garin Cecchini to the show to talk about his struggles in the game and how he has successfully transitioned to life after baseball. This episode is raw as he takes us behind the curtain to reveal the truth behind his Major League career.  This episode will help players, coaches, parents and people of all walks of life deal with the obstacles and setbacks that occur in our journey through life.  Follow Garin on Twitter @GarinCecchini Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community - Request to join here! Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 59-Steve Merriman

    22/07/2018 Duration: 57min

    We welcome back pitching coach Steve Merriman to the podcast! 4 years ago we sat down with Steve when he was with the Kansas City Royals to talk pitching and hitting on Episode 3. Now, he is currently the Assistant Pitching Coordinator for the Chicago Cubs and on this episode we drilled down on topics such as: Knowing your student Importance of time Culture Sifting through information and analytics Who would you rather work with? HS or college pitcher? And much more! Follow Steve on Twitter @SMerrBullpen Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community - Request to join here! Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 58-Brian Cleary

    08/07/2018 Duration: 01h08min

    Pull up a chair as @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball go down memory lane with KW's college coach and current Washington Nationals area scout Brian Cleary. We discuss: What BC would do differently if he could do it all over What made Kevin Youkilis different when he coached him at the University of Cincinnati His thoughts on bunting BC's feeling on "gear guys" What it was like coaching KW What he looks for when scouting potential pro guys And much more! Follow Brian on Twitter @CoachCleary11 Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community - Request to join here! Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 57- #KWBchat

    24/06/2018 Duration: 39min

    We welcome back @FerraroOnAir as he teams up with @KWBaseball to answer listener questions submitted to #KWBchat on Twitter!  1. How do you teach younger players the value of personal responsibility vs. the necessity of having a 'short memory'? 2. What does it mean to 'hit to the scoreboard'? 3. What are some drills that you think that every hitter should do to elevate their game? 4. What are the best qualities of a professional manager? 5. What are your thoughts on bunting? Grab a copy of KW's new book Finding Clarity: A Mindful Look Into the Art of Hitting here! Continue the conversation! Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community. Request to join here. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio  For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 56-A Bronxville Tale

    11/06/2018 Duration: 01h12min

    The Bronxville High School (NY) baseball program has been under the guidance of Head Coach Joe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir for the past 3 years. During this time, the program has undergone a transformation like few have ever seen. Joe pulls back the curtain to reveal not only HOW he did it, but also WHY he chose to go all-in, showing us there is more than one way to measure success. Sit back, grab a notebook and enjoy the show! Follow Bronxville Baseball on Twitter @Bxvillebaseball Follow Bronxville Baseball on Facebook Friends of Bronxville Baseball Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community - Request to join here Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 55- #KWBchat Special Edition

    13/05/2018 Duration: 28min

    We have a special guest for this week's episode! In addition to @KWBaseball answering hitting questions that were submitted via #KWBchat on Twitter, his son Braydon reveals what he and his teammates want the most from their coaches. There might be a lot of coaches looking in the mirror after listening to this episode! When you first start working with a hitter, once you listen and hear what they have to say about their swing/approach, where do you go from there to help them be the best versions of themselves? How do you maintain composure when you're behind in the count? What would be your one piece of advice for young hitters? How do you help a young hitter who swings and misses a lot in batting practice? Grab a copy of KW's new book Finding Clarity: A Mindful Look Into the Art of Hitting here! Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com   

  • Ep. 54-Jakson Reetz

    29/04/2018 Duration: 01h06min

    Washington Nationals prospect Jakson Reetz joins the show to talk about catching, hitting and life as a prospect in the minor leagues. The Nebraska native won a gold medal as a member of the 2013 18U USA Baseball National Team, where he shared a dugout with KW in Taichung, Taiwan. We discuss: What real life is like as a minor leaguer How he builds relationships with his pitchers The moment he found out he could do less and gain more His off season workouts in the weight room and in the cage and much more! Follow Jakson on Twitter @jakson_1 Follow Jakson on Instagram @jaksonreetz Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community - Request to join here Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 53- #KWBchat

    15/04/2018 Duration: 31min

    The questions are in and @KWBaseball is here to provide the answers! Listeners submitted hitting and coaching questions to #KWBchat on Twitter and we picked the best ones to ask on air. 1. What approach would you suggest for a bench player who starts once a week and mainly pinch hits the rest of the time? 2. What do you think makes a good high school coach? 3. What's one simple way to get the ball in the air more? 4. Any advice on how to use pitcher's bullpens to track pitches better? Grab a copy of KW's new book Finding Clarity: A Mindful Look Into the Art of Hitting here!  Continue the conversation! Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community. Request to join here. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 52-Jake Gronsky

    01/04/2018 Duration: 01h04min

    Back for his second tour on the podcast, former St. Louis Cardinals minor leaguer, Jake Gronsky, talks about how he transitioned from professional baseball to becoming an author of A Short Season: Faith, Family and a Boy's Love for Baseball. The stories he describes will help anyone in any walk of life. Among the topics we discuss are: Regrets Choices in life Passion vs Obsession Courage in the place of fear Stick around to the end as Jake drops a major announcement! It involves another guest of KWB Radio and it was announced FIRST on this podcast. We are so grateful.  Follow Jake on Twitter @Jake_Gronsky Buy a copy of A Short Season here Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community - Request to join here Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 51- #KWBchat

    11/03/2018 Duration: 30min

    The questions are in and @KWBaseball is here to provide the answers! Listeners submitted hitting and coaching questions to #KWBchat on Twitter and @FerraroOnAir picked the best ones to ask on air.  1. If a young player has bad habits but gets results, how do you approach it? At what point do you overhaul mechanics? 2. How do you work on hitting breaking balls? 3. Do you ever teach to sit soft?  4. Does bat speed matter? 5. What are the two types of hit and run?  Continue the conversation! Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community. Request to join here.  Follow the show on and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com 

  • Ep. 50-Doug Bernier

    25/02/2018 Duration: 01h03min

    Ever wonder what it was like to play with Derek Jeter and watch him master his swing day in and day out? Former Major League infielder Doug Bernier sits down to talk hitting with @KWBaseball and shares his story about how he didn't learn how to HIT until he was 10 years into his professional career! This 16-year professional has a special message for hitters and coaches. Enjoy! Follow Doug on Twitter: @dougbernier Follow ProBaseballInsider on Twitter: @lowliners Follow ProBaseballInsider on Facebook: facebook.com/probaseballinsider  Check out his website: ProBaseballInsider.com Follow the show and connect on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log onto KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 49- #KWBchat

    11/02/2018 Duration: 34min

    @KWBaseball answers hitting questions from our listeners who submitted using the hashtag #KWBchat on Twitter. @FerraroOnAir steers the ship, moderating this value-packed episode! Continue the conversation and be a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community! Request to join here. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Ep. 48-Dana Cavalea

    21/01/2018 Duration: 58min

    2009 World Series Champion and former New York Yankees Director of Strength and Conditioning and Performance Enhancement, Dana Cavalea, sits down with @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball to break down the importance of evaluating players and how to individualize programming that yields the greatest results.  Follow Dana on Twitter: @DanaCavalea Follow Dana on Instagram: @therealcoachd Check out his website: DanaCavalea.com Follow the show and connect on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log onto KWBaseball.com

  • Day 12-Press Send

    05/01/2018 Duration: 09min

    @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball share their personal experiences about when they committed to "Pressing Send." As KW points out, "The start is what stops most people." Join us for Day 12 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special.  Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

  • Day 11-Maximize Your Influence

    04/01/2018 Duration: 06min

    @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball discuss what it takes to be an influential leader for today's ballplayer on Day 11 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com

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