Best Anthony Burrow Podcasts (2026)

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Michael Kopech Is Back (This Time As A Free Agent) 37:16

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One of our favorites at Baseball Isn't Boring, pitcher Michael Kopech, makes his return to the podcast, this time smack dab in the middle of his first foray as a free agent. Michael joins Bradfo to offer next-level insight into what happened that night in Toronto when the Dodgers won another World Series championship, while also sharing his perspec…

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Brad Meltzer on Plot Twists, Product Placement, and Violating Rules on Purpose 47:06

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The thriller-machine (and civics savant) returns to talk The Viper, the latest Zig-and-Nola mystery, and why he'll write 350 pages before he bothers naming the thing. Plus, a harrowing Minneapolis video after an ICE agent shoots into a slowly moving SUV—and the yawning gap between what the footage seems to show and DHS talk of "rioters" and a "weap…

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S2 Ep10: WE CALL UP OUR FAMOUS CONTACTS | Old & Bald 50:01

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WELCOME BACK TO OLD & BALD AND HAPPY NEW YEAR! LISTEN ON: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6oLEM9usmmwiNksaEtjyZU?si=57062d860de64101 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-old-bald-podcast/id1798334588 CHECK OUT OUR SOCIALS: Instagram @oldandbaldpod https://www.instagram.com/oldandbaldpod/ Tik Tok @oldandbaldpod https://ww…

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BIB on the Go: Ranking Baseball's Toughest Division, The AL East 14:17

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Take a step back and look at every division in baseball and one thing that will jump out: The American League East is going to be really, really tough. As part of Bradfo's conversation with Ryan Ripken, the guys take a deep dive into the group of teams, ranking them heading into the new year. To listen to the guys' entire conversation, click here. …

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We Saw NFL History | Does Garrett’s Record Count? | Brutal Fantasy Football Punishments 1:49:22

4h ago1:49:22

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We start the show the only way we know how: talking about the sports weekend, rookie wide receivers who immediately become That Guy, and what everyone’s drinking, plus a quick reminder that Mike DeWine still sucks. Comedian Alex Schubert hangs out and delivers a truly unhinged breakdown of where every NFL quarterback would’ve been on January 6 (yes…

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Being Ryan Ripken: Son Of A Legend. Budding Media Star. AL East Expert. 38:41

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Ryan Ripken has landed in a good spot, host of the popular 'Ryan Ripken Show' and owner of 'Ryan Ripken Media'. But the path to get to this point has been an interesting one. The son of Hall of Famer Cal Ripken joined Bradfo to talk about his evolution, from being in the spotlight as a young baseball player to deciding it was time to move on, and, …

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Andy Mills: "Acceleration Is Salvation" — and Why AI Might Be the Last Invention. 44:18

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Andy Mills, creator of The Last Invention podcast, explores I.J. Good's 1965 concept of an "intelligence explosion"—and explains why "AGI" is a deceptively harmless term for a world-changing event. The central problem? Modern AI acts like a black box, often producing results that shock even its designers with no clear explanation of how they got th…

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BIB on the Go: Which Teams Have The Most Pressure On Them? 25:11

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As part of their wide-ranging free agent conversation, Bradfo and Producer Evan take a look at which teams have the most pressure on them actually to do something substantial before spring training. Evan rattles off his Top 5. Spoiler: He is getting nervous about his Mets. To listen to the entire conversation, click here. To learn more about listen…

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BIB on the Go: Amir Garrett Reflects On Taking On The Entire Pirates Team 14:24

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One of the most memorable dust-ups in MLB history came in 2019 when Amir Garrett took on the entire Pirates team, charging Pittsburgh's dugout from the mound while a member of the Reds. Bradfo caught up with Amir to talk about his perspective on that moment, surfacing lessons learned and the motivation behind it. There is also a bigger picture conv…

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It's Time To Tackle Free Agent Bargains, Panic, And Landing Spots 49:59

2d ago49:59

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We wait, and wait, and wait some more. So, while we wait for the offseason to truly kick into high gear Producer Evan and Bradfo are taking stock of what exactly we're dealing with when it comes to the Hot Stove season. The guys are ranking both the best bargains still available and which teams (and their fan bases) seem the most desperate. There a…

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I'm Back — Grief, Bengals Frustration & a Short Season Review 24:26

4h ago24:26

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Anthony Anderson returns to Rule of the Jungle after a brief break following the loss of his mother, thanking listeners and explaining the temporary pause. This short episode serves as a season-in-review and a personal update from the host. Anthony discusses the Bengals' decision to retain Zac Taylor and Duke Tobin, reactions from fans, Mike Brown'…

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Quico Toro: Venezuela was never a one-man show 36:57

2d ago36:57

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Venezuelan expert Quico Toro explains why the removal of Nicolás Maduro feels historic—and yet leaves Venezuela largely unchanged, with the regime's machinery fully intact. Toro warns that Washington's belief in Rodríguez as a workable "moderate" badly misreads her ideological lineage and incentives. Plus: a spiel on Trump's lies and bombast—why pr…

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BIB Vault: How Running Changed Alex Cora 13:09

14h ago13:09

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With the Baseball Isn't Boring 'Best Shape Of My Life Club' in full swing, it seemed like a good time to reflect on an inspirational story about finding fitness. Red Sox manager Alex Cora joined Bradfo to reflect on why he decided to try and start running, how he managed to keep moving forward and what it has meant to him. It's some excellent motiv…

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BIB on the Go: The Pedroia Draft. The Nomar Trade. Identifying Mookie. 18:50

3d ago18:50

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Newly-hired Rockies general manager Josh Byrnes joined Bradfo to talk about the past, present and future. Of course, if you're going to talk about the past you can't dismiss the stories behind the stories when it comes to notable transactions. In this case, Byrnes reflects on drafting Dustin Pedroia, trading Nomar Garciaparra, and targeting Mookie …

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633: Ashley Esqueda: Arc Raiders, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Dunecrawl. Nex Playground, Yakuza 0, Hades II, Asus warns of price hikes in gaming, annual Silent Hills, Breath of the Wild VR 1:59:04

3d ago1:59:04

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Jeff and Christian welcome Ashley Esqueda back to the show this week to discuss the potential for more gaming hardware price increases in 2026, a new Silent Hill game every year, and modders changing Breath of the Wild into a first-person VR game! The Playlist: Ashley: Yakuza 0, Hades II Christian: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond; Backbone Pro Jeff: Arc Ra…

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Josh Byrnes' Journey Has Landed Him In Colorado And On The Podcast 45:16

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Josh Byrnes has experienced plenty in Major League Baseball. Two stints as general manager, in San Diego and Arizona, after serving as Theo Epstein's right-hand man when breaking the Curse in Boston. And, for the past 11 seasons, Josh has been an integral part of the Dodgers' success. Now he has his next challenge: Serving as GM for the Colorado Ro…

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What The Kazuma Okamoto Signing Means To The MLB Offseason 20:10

4d ago20:10

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The Blue Jays have struck again, this time winning the bidding war for third baseman Kazuma Okamoto via a four-year, $60 million deal. It's another example that between money and perception, Toronto is one of baseball's most desirable landing spots for free agents. So, what does it all mean for both the Blue Jays and the rest of the MLB offseason? …

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Dan Soder & Moshe Kasher: A Lighthouse for the Mentally Ill 34:03

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Mike Pesca digs into the vault for two 2017 interviews exploring the "ground game" of the New York stand-up scene and the "ad hominem screech" of early outrage culture. Dan Soder discusses his transition from a hard-drinking youth to a maturity fueled by caffeine and cannabis, admitting that his iconic Russian accent bit remains the "Free Bird" clo…

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The Fascinating Journey Of Amir Garrett 49:08

3d ago49:08

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Amir Garrett is evolving. The 33-year-old pitcher joins Bradfo to look back at lessons learned over his seven-year big league career, defining moments along the way, and how he is preparing to get his next chance in Major League Baseball. It's a fascinating look at a pitcher who has seen a lot and is ready to see a whole lot more. To learn more abo…

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Rosebud Baker: We're Raising Her Autistic 1:02:56

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Rosebud Baker explains why motherhood is the most political act of her life and how she handles breastfeeding pressure by claiming she's "raising her daughter autistic" with formula and vaccines. The SNL writer joins Mike Pesca to discuss her transition from the "joke-heavy" homework of her first special to the conversational honesty of Motherlode,…

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BIB on the Radio: Trying To Make Sense Of This Free Agent Market 11:41

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With the signing of Tatsuya Imai to a contract half of what many projected, it got Bradfo thinking: Maybe teams are innovative enough to wait out the free agent market? Or, this is a perfect time to be aggressive while every other team is slow-playing free agency. He joins Chris Scheim on WEEI to talk about the state of free agency and what we shou…

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It's Time To Join The Baseball Isn't Boring 'Best Shape Of My Life Club' 50:23

6d ago50:23

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It's that time of year, where players post videos of themselves all over social media to hype their fan bases and set the stage for the familiar refrain: 'I'm in the best shape of my life.' Well, we want to bring the baseball world together on this narrative. Bradfo is joined by Alex 'Newsletter Wiggz' Wiggetman to talk about the BIB campaign that …

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Robby Hoffman: Zero Personality Disorder 1:08:01

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Comedian Robby Hoffman explains why she treats complaining as "enjoying"—and why her Depression-era instincts make her shakier during good times than disasters. Her approach to stand-up is visceral rather than cerebral: she doesn't remember the bit about the woman closing the airplane bathroom door, she replays the movie and watches her body operat…

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BIB on the Go: What To Make Of The Tatsuya Imai Deal 17:10

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Another top free agent has come off the board with Houston agreeing to a three-year, $54 million deal for Tatsuya Imai, that includes opt-outs after each season. So, what should we make of it? Bradfo has an instant reaction, which incorporates how we should view this offseason's starting pitching market. Spoiler: Finding big deals might be hard to …

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The Baseball Isn't Boring New Year's Bash With Courtney and Bradfo 35:14

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For a fourth straight year, the podcast is ringing in the flipping of the calendar with a New Year's Bash featuring Courtney Finnicum ('Pitch and Moan') and Bradfo. The duo reflects on 2025 while surfacing a few wishful thoughts for 2026. There is also, of course, a guide to how one should go about celebrating the big beginning of the new year. It'…

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Chris Turner: Possession is 9/10 of the Word 1:03:11

7d ago1:03:11

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Oxford-educated archaeology student turned freestyle sensation Chris Turner joins Mike Pesca to explain how his "British period" of deadpan one-liners evolved into the show-stopping rap flow that now defines his Comedy Cellar sets. Turner discusses the "evolutionary advantage" of not knowing the rules of hip hop as a ten-year-old in Manchester—a bl…

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Producer Evan's Top 10 Episodes of the Year: 1. Dustin Pedroia Is Back On The Podcast (And On The Hall Of Fame Ballot) 49:25

8d ago49:25

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2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #1 where Bradfo was joined by Red Sox Legend Dustin Pedroia to discuss his favorite trash talking story, his case to m…

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S2 Ep9: OUR TOP 5 MOMENTS THIS YEAR | Old & Bald 48:41

6d ago48:41

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Go to Frive.co.uk/OLD to get 40% off your first box Welcome back to another episode of Old & Bald! We look back on our top moments from this year and Darkest reveals he punched a dinner lady...Catch us each week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your podcasts! LISTEN ON: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6oLEM9usmmwiNksa…

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Jets Screw a Fan | QBs Buy Insane O-Line Gifts | The Best Sports Stories of 2025 1:46:17

6d ago1:46:17

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The Jets managed to turn a $100,000 field goal giveaway into a full-blown PR embarrassment, NFL quarterbacks gave their offensive lines some of the weirdest Christmas gifts imaginable, and we close the year by running through the absolute best (and dumbest) sports stories of 2025. Along the way, things get off the rails in very predictable Craft Br…

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The Latest Japan-To-MLB Success Story, Anthony Kay 36:50

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Anthony Kay has had quite a baseball journey, living the life as a first-round pick with the Mets before being dealt at the 2019 trade deadline to Toronto. After a few years with the Blue Jays, the pitcher had stints with the Cubs and again in the Mets organization before taking his talents to Japan. It was overseas that Kay saw his career take off…

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Michelle Buteau: An Achievable Beyonce 48:56

6d ago48:56

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Michelle Buteau explains why she is the "achievable Beyonce" for government workers and how her history editing grim news footage at WNBC led her to a record-breaking comedy career. Her new special, A Beautiful Mind, marks her as the first woman of color to headline Radio City Music Hall—a feat she attributes to the same grit that carried her throu…

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Producer Evan's Top 10 Episodes of the Year: 2. The (New) Life And Times Of Payton Tolle 55:19

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2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #2 where Bradfo was joined by Red Sox Starter Payton Tolle to discuss his experience playing for the Red Sox in 2025, …

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The Baseball Player Who Helped Change The World 28:58

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Pete Frates was a very, very good Div. 1 baseball player at Boston College. A captain for the Eagles, as a matter of fact. For a long time, baseball was what helped define him. But this baseball player has come to represent so much more than just the game that he loved. Frates, who passed away in 2019 after a battle with ALS, was the impetus for on…

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T.J. Miller: You'll Do Better in Toledo 49:28

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Actor and comedian T.J. Miller explains why a traumatic brain injury is his improvisational "cheat code"—and how a 2010 surgery for an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) in his right frontal lobe fueled a career of manic chaos. Miller discusses the "invisible disability" of brain surgery and the high-stakes gamble of a 10% fatality rate. Along the wa…

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BIB on the Go: Lucas Giolito Weighs In On Baseball's Gambling Problem 23:49

9d ago23:49

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Lucas Giolito made his triumphant return to the podcast to talk about a lot of things, including where baseball stands regarding a very sensitive subject - gambling. The free agent pitcher tackles the topic of what MLB can do to help the threats and dangers that come with the growing world of sports betting, and if any of it should be included in t…

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Producer Evan's Top 10 Episodes of the Year: 3. Joe Kelly’s Unbelievable (And Unfortunate) Youth Baseball Incident 48:54

10d ago48:54

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2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #3 where Bradfo was joined by the Godfather Joe Kelly to discuss him getting assaulting at a Youth Baseball tournament…

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Catching Up With Our 2025 BIB Guest Of The Year, Lucas Giolito 50:35

10d ago50:35

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There have been so many excellent, insightful and entertaining guests on our podcast throughout 2026, so picking the one that should win the BIB Guest of the Year was near impossible. We gave it a shot. The winner? Lucas Giolito. The free agent pitcher reunites with Bradfo to accept the award while going on for another fantastic conversation. There…

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632: 2026 Gaming Predictions!! BOLD and COOL RANCH! 2:23:51

8d ago2:23:51

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Jeff and Christian celebrate their 12th full year of DLC, and kick off their 13th in style, by bringing Lana Bachynski back for the annual predictions episode! Together, they look back at their predictions from last year, RECKONING with the results, and then look forward to all the big games they hope are coming in 2025, including Grand Theft Auto …

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BIB on the Go: The Evolution Of Alex Cora's Zoom Recruitment Game 12:08

11d ago12:08

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Fresh off Arizona manager Torey Lovullo's explanation of how he has evolved in his approach to Zoom recruitment pitches during the offseason, Bradfo has a similar conversation with Red Sox manager Alex Cora. Cora reflects on how he has approached the process, including the one time he wore a tie. The guys also discuss how Cora views Wilyer Abreu as…

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Producer Evan's Top 10 Episodes of the Year: 4. The Next Great Baseball Media Star, Cole Tucker 58:02

11d ago58:02

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2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #4 where Bradfo was joined by MLB Network Radio Star Cole Tucker to discuss his MLB career, his drumming debut, teachi…

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Sarah Silverman & Kyle Kinane: Comedy, Cancel Culture, and Conspiracies 36:16

11d ago36:16

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Mike unlocks two interviews from the vault featuring comics who navigate the cultural minefield with very different styles. First, Sarah Silverman discusses her evolution from "arrogant ignoramus" character comedy to earnest podcasting, reflecting on her blackface controversy, her embrace of the "Bernie bro" label, and why she believes being wrong …

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Producer Evan's Top 10 Episodes of the Year: 5. The Lucas Giolito Show 50:02

11d ago50:02

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2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #5 where Bradfo was joined by former Red Sox Starter Lucas Giolito to discuss the Rafael Devers situation, signing Ale…

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Alex Edelman: "The Hardest Thing to Talk About in a Joke is Israel." 57:48

12d ago57:48

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In this special holiday week episode, Mike sits down with comedian Alex Edelman, fresh off a Tony Award for his show Just For Us and a spot on the Time 100 list. They discuss the "liquid dynamics" of a Comedy Cellar audience, the art of bombing while testing new material, and why jokes about the Israel-Gaza conflict are the hardest tightrope in com…

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BIB on the Go: Alex Cora Talks The Pursuit Of Willson Contreras 16:09

12d ago16:09

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Yes, the Hot Stove Season has once again been a slow-burn, as Alex Cora reflected on in his most recent appearance on the podcast. But there has been some action, with the Red Sox's trade for Willson Contreras being one of the highlights. Cora joined Bradfo to reflect on the Sox's pursuit of Contreras and what his addition means. To listen to the e…

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Producer Evan's Top 10 Episodes of the Year: 6. You’re Going To Want To Listen To Tyler Phillips 53:54

13d ago53:54

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2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #6 where Bradfo was joined by Courtney Finnicum & Marlins Closer Tyler Phillips to discuss his INSANE face-punching ro…

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Talking About The Important Stuff With Alex Cora 51:42

12d ago51:42

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Alex Cora has returned to the podcast, and it is at a perfect time. Not only is the Red Sox manager offering insight into his team's latest signing, first baseman Willson Contreras, but he is taking a deep dive into his own evolution as a big league manager. In the lengthy conversation with Bradfo, Cora also gets into big-picture topics, such as hi…

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Roy Wood Jr.: "People Just Want to Feel Good." 1:02:19

13d ago1:02:19

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In this special Christmas Day edition, Mike gives the gift of Roy Wood Jr., a comedian who embodies the "profundities in punchlines" ethos. Wood joins to discuss his CNN show Have I Got News for You, his upbringing as the son of a pioneering radio journalist, and the central thesis of his comedy: that in a fractured world, people prioritize dopamin…

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Producer Evan's Top 10 Episodes of the Year: 7. Sitting Down With Kenley Jansen 32:13

14d ago32:13

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2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #7 where Bradfo was joined by Tigers Reliever Kenley Jansen to discuss his signing with the Angels, his heart breaking…

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The BIB Christmas Spectacular With Bradfo And Producer Evan 55:29

14d ago55:29

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It's time for the two guys who represent the straws that stir this BIB drink, Bradfo and Producer Evan, to reflect, appreciate and look forward as we all celebrate the holiday season. There is talk of misguided presents, Mets' wishful thinking, reflection on some monumental moments throughout the last 12 months, and a whole bunch of appreciation. M…

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Django Gold: The Comedian Who Wants to Dim Your Shine 58:21

14d ago58:21

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In a special Christmas Eve edition, Mike brings you a "gift" from the comedy vault: an interview with the brilliantly off-kilter Django Gold. A veteran of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and The Onion, Gold discusses his YouTube special Bag of Tricks and his commitment to playing a paranoid, morose character on stage—a persona he claims is "clos…