Baseball & Beyond

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY Head there to see the entire podcast and look for other fun sports interviews, classic content and more. A new podcast with a take on Cardinal jersey numbers and the greats that wore them (and not so greats). Mike Richter joins Brad Straubinger to look back at those who have donned the number 23, and take a walk down memory lane while doing it. Plus we look back at the top 4 Summer Rentals of the past 40 years in Cards history (Cardinals who were acquired in the mid summer and then not retained after). I personally would love to hear your feedback on the podcast, and if you have any thoughts on the folks we talk about here. More podcasts, videos and interviews coming! Other recommended videos on my youtube channel: Johnny Bench angry at me for Pete Rose hall of fame question - https://youtu.be/r48ZVXXEdmQ My Mark McGwire interview goes wrong very quickly in 1998 https://youtu.be/ShdZxZHm44E Ric Flair inte

REMINDER--ALL PODCASTS ARE POSTED TO WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE THERE, AND NEVER MISS A NEW UPLOAD AS ALL PODCASTS AND EXTRA FUN VIDEO CLIPS ARE UPLOADED THERE FIRST. BROWSE AROUND THE PLAYLISTS SECTIONS FOR THE BEST OF MY CHANNEL. This podcast was created as a video interview first for youtube so if you would like to see Matt and I enjoying some laughs, head over and watch or play it from there. And, due to the attempt at making this a video series, the introduction is a little muffled due to Mr. Holliday's phone connection. It clears up right away. We check in on quarantined life in Oklahoma, goofballery from the past, Cardinal moments-including the 2009 NLDS at Dodger Stadium, the 2011 run and his final weekend. And then, we open a pack of 1990 Upper Deck baseball cards and more... Other recommended videos on my youtube channel: Johnny Bench angry at me for Pete Rose hall of fame question - https://youtu.be/r48ZVXXEdmQ My Mark McGwire interview goes wrong very quickly in 1998 https://

REMINDER--ALL PODCASTS ARE POSTED TO WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY first-subscribe to see this video interview and more interviews throughout the years, classic and vintage sports content and more. A chat with Bob Costas as he talks about the Michael Jordan last dance documentary that he plays a huge role in. We also look at the quibbling going on in major league baseball as they try to figure out how to get started during the pandemic, and then we look back at his role in BASEketball and the Cheers finale. All that and even much more. Other recommended videos on my youtube channel: Johnny Bench angry at me for Pete Rose hall of fame question - https://youtu.be/r48ZVXXEdmQ My Mark McGwire interview goes wrong very quickly in 1998 https://youtu.be/ShdZxZHm44E Ric Flair interview talking great matches https://youtu.be/7yzsslP5QvY Howard Stern staffer podcast interviews- https://youtu.be/EvWXvHfcCSQ https://youtu.be/HGYN33xzZzU CHECK OUT MY PLAYLISTS OF OTHER FUN INTERVIEWS I HAVE DONE WITH BIG NAMES ht

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An interview with Sports Director Martin Kilcoyne from Fox 2 in St. Louis as we discuss the media landscape today, he does a few impressions (TLR, Dick Ford and Demoff), tells a few stories (Mike Shannon included), and we have a few laughs! I think you’ll enjoy. This interview is available in full video too as we saddled up at Fast Eddies in Alton for this conversation and this video, along with many others from the past...and more coming regularly are right here WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY Other recommended videos on my youtube channel: Johnny Bench angry at me for Pete Rose hall of fame question - https://youtu.be/r48ZVXXEdmQ My Mark McGwire interview goes wrong very quickly in 1998 https://youtu.be/ShdZxZHm44E Ric Flair interview talking great matches https://youtu.be/7yzsslP5QvY Howard Stern staffer podcast interviews- https://youtu.be/EvWXvHfcCSQ https://youtu.be/HGYN33xzZzU CHECK OUT MY PLAYLISTS OF OTHER FUN INTERVIEWS I HAVE DONE WITH BIG NAMES https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... MLB PL

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE AND SEE THIS AND OTHER CLASSIC SPORTS VIDEOS AND INTERVIEWS... A few of my all time favorites from the 80's talking about the biggest moments. Ozzie, Terry, Jack, Vince and Keith. Some great stories from the guys who were part of one of the most fun times in Cardinals history.

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE AND SEE THIS AND OTHER CLASSIC SPORTS VIDEOS AND INTERVIEWS... Brad Straubinger interview with Everclear lead singer Art Alexakis. Everclear went platinum, selling over a million units of their 2nd, 3rd and 4th albums, thanks to big 90's alt rock hits Santa Monica, Father of Mine, Wonderful and many more. I am always amazed how a band hits it big and the stories behind it, and Alexakis does not hold back. In this entertaining chat about the music business, we look back at the writing process of some of those classic hits, the pressure to keep singles coming and so much more. Hopefully you enjoy this chat as the podcast continues to evolve into different topics every time!

brad Straubinger interview with Gerald Laird and Gary Bennett together. A new spin on this here podcast as I see if a roundtable format is entertaining, and I believe out of the gate we have a winner. From the 2006 and 2011 World Champion St. Louis Cardinals, the two backup backstops give their take on the grind of being a catcher, especially in the backup role. We then talk about their championship season with some fun stories from these two about their teammates and those teams. From there we move on to baseball's issues in the current state, and these guys do not hold back any punches as they are a bit annoyed with the path the sport is heading as I am it seems. A fun chat, hopefully you enjoy!

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE AND SEE THIS AND OTHER CLASSIC SPORTS VIDEOS AND INTERVIEWS... Brad Straubinger interview with the "Keeper of the Stanley Cup", Philip Pritchard. Philip travels with the Cup throughout the season, but of course I was curious about its schedule this summer, and some of the fun he and the trophy have had so far, and then in the past as well.

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE AND SEE THIS AND OTHER CLASSIC SPORTS VIDEOS AND INTERVIEWS... Interview with Hockey Hall of Famer and Blues Alumni Great, Bernie Federko, as we recap the last 2 months for him and the Blues. If you enjoyed the Cup run, hear how much fun one of the most deserving all timers in Blues history is enjoying it!

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE AND SEE THIS AND OTHER CLASSIC SPORTS VIDEOS AND INTERVIEWS... Another Brad Straubinger interview with Bob Costas! On this edition of Here's the Pitch, I hit a few topics with Bob that I had always wanted to ask about. We start with his current status with NBC, which I am surprised there really is none. He expounds on that. We talk David Letterman and his relationship with him, along with him turning down Letterman to do a show after his on CBS (Which I had never heard). I wanted to get his take on Vince McMahon and the infamous interview he did with the WWE czar on HBO, and he pulls no punches on the subject. I also I wanted to hear his experiences with OJ Simpson, and did not know he had a prison visit with the Juice-that story is here too. Of course we talk baseball and end with some well wishes for the Blues on their trip to the Stanley Cup! Other recommended videos on my youtube channel

A chat with Post-Dispatch Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold. Derrick recently wrote a book, 100 Things a Cardinals fan should know or do before they die, so we cover some of the stories in the book. Plus a look back at his relationship with the former skippers of the team and some good old fashioned ball talk!

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE AND SEE THIS AND OTHER CLASSIC SPORTS VIDEOS AND INTERVIEWS ON MY CHANNEL... Brad Straubinger interview with radio legend, Kevin Slaten. Slaten was one of the first to host a sports radio show on an all sports station in thE STL, and his show was definitely a first of its kind. Challenging the establishment, and the listeners, Slaten has hosted a popular, controversial show for over 25 years in the St. Louis market. We cover his many years with some of his all time favorite punching bags, including Tony LaRussa, Joe Torre, many media members and much more. We look back at his night on Sports Plus when he and Randy Karraker almost came to blows. We talk about the 2019 Cardinals and his issues already with the local squad. So many topics, so much fun having a conversation with one of the greats in St. Louis radio history. Carpe Diem! Other recommended videos on my youtube channel: Johnny Benc

Brad Straubinger interview with Greg Amsinger. We talk about Bryce and Manny's chances to be Cardinals, or even being signed up on opening day? Greg thinks it may go longer than that! We talk looming strike talk, and if there really is any way to avoid it. We talk 2019 Cardinals--hes bullish...Im not, as of yet. We talk rule changes that could actually happen, abolishing the shift, extra innings, and more. Always fun chatting with the St. Louis native

Well...the rivalry is ready to go in 2019. After Ryan Demspters and Kris Bryant made headlines talking about the Cardinals at the Cub Convention, I gave Dempster a ring. We think everyone needs to chill and enjoy the rivalry! But finally some fireworks in January huh?

NOTE---THESE PODCASTS ARE LOADED TO YOUTUBE FIRST SUPPORTED WITH VIDEO--- WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE AND SEE THIS AND OTHER STERN RELATED VIDEOS AND INTERVIEWS ON MY CHANNEL... Brad Straubinger interview with former Howard Stern producer, KC Armstrong. KC was a big part of the show when I was listening religiously in the early 2000's. He was fodder for many bits, and then he mysteriously disappeared. Well, I found him and we talk about all the great moments he was a part of during his time with the "King of All Media". KC talks about getting the job at the Stern show, and how he went about that. He tells stories about how being the butt of many Howard's jokes didn't really effect him all that much (except one time, when he scared Howard on the air as the King thought KC might do something very bad...on the air-we cover that.) He reveals about his many addictions he was dealing with during his time on the show, and how that led to his shocking dismissal, which he covers here as well. We run th

Brad Straubinger interviews with Jim Edmonds, Rick Ankiel, Adam Wainwright and Larry Walker. These are portions of earlier interviews that I find very interesting, as they all look back at their time as Cardinals. Edmonds talks about building his relationship with TLR, great catches in Cincy, and just where do all those damn gold gloves live. Larry Walked talks about the shock of being traded in mid August, and how he wanted to play longer with the Birds on the Bat. Rick Ankiel recalls his very first major league start, and candidly details the wild pitch saga. And Adam Wainwright...is just Adam Wainwright! He talks about retiring as a Cardinals and recalls some tales from the the 2006 team.

Brad Straubinger interview with author and long time sportswriter Jeff Pearlman. Pearlman has been a writer in the national scene for the last 4 decades, famously writing for SI and getting John Rocker to open up about his "wacky" views of New Yorkers. Along the way he has penned 8 books, the latest being "Football for a Buck" detailing the rise and fall of the USFL, which President Trump had a lot of influence during the fall of that league. It is fascinating that in the mid 80's, there was a league that was stealing away the great talent from the NFL, and Pearlman tells some of those stories. Pearlman also gives recall about researching his other books, including one of my odd love/hate teams, the 1986 Mets. We talk about his dealings with members of the Dallas Cowboys dynasty of the 90's, trying to find anyone to say something positive about Barry Bonds during his research for a bio on him and more. Hope you enjoy, and more content is being added daily to my youtube channel, please subscribe: youtub

Brad Straubinger interview with Author Scott Ryan, who penned the book, "The Last Days of Letterman". I have always been a fan of Letterman, more from the late 80's/early 90's shows. It seemed the last few years of the show became formulaic, but after announcing his retirement, Dave seemed rejuvenated. In the book, and here on the podcast, I speak with the author about the last 6 weeks of shows, Dave got his fastball back, with all of the entertainment world wanting to be part of the send off. There are great stories about what these legends asked to do as part of the final shows, jokes they wanted to tell, how Dave was incredibly hands on for the final show, and how that show almost didn't even air. The book is a great oral history of those last 6 weeks with the major players from behind the scenes of the show giving great details of the actual behind the scenes.

Brad Straubinger interview with former Cardinal catcher Gary Bennett. We do some hot stove talking, then look back at his career, notably him being on the Mitchell Report, his brawl with Albert, his relationship with Rolen, where he went after winning the World Series in 2006, and so much more. The podcast is back, and renamed! All the details are in here, ya gotta listen