Best Ellis Fowler Podcasts (2025)

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Game 156 - Reds 1, Cubs 0 (CINCINNATI REDS NOW HOLD A PLAYOFF SPOT!) 1:50:03

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4h ago1:50:03

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Do You Believe? The Cincinnati Reds now hold a playoff spot with just six games to go! Nick Kirby returns to join Trace Fowler to break down a massive series sweep over the Chicago Cubs, including key managerial decisions from Terry Francona in Sunday’s win. The guys look ahead to the final week of the regular season, dive into the latest Wild Card…

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Game 155 - Reds 6, Cubs 3 (Reds win their 4th straight, sit only 1 game out of wild card!) 34:39

3h ago34:39

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Craig Sandlin and Cory Phillips discuss the Cincinnati Reds victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday Night. They break down Spencer Steer's hot streak, Zack Littell's start, and the Reds bullpen nailing down another victory. Craig also gives an update on the Reds MiLB teams and looks ahead to Sunday's contest between the Reds and Cubs.…

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Game 154 - Reds 7, Cubs 4 (Elly De La Cruz blasts first home run in months, Reds hit 5 total!) 39:22

2h ago39:22

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Craig Sandlin and Austin Layton break down the Reds victory over the Chicago Cubs Friday night at Great American Ball Park. They discuss the offensive outburst from the Reds, the dominating performance from the bullpen, and Elly De La Cruz getting off the home run schneid. Craig also gives an update on the Reds MiLB teams and looks ahead to Saturda…

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Game 153 - Reds 1, Cubs 0 (Hunter Greene DAZZLES in 1-hit complete game shut out!) 1:02:49

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Trace Fowler and Craig Sandlin break down the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 win over the Chicago Cubs. They highlight Hunter Greene's gem of a start and Elly De La Cruz's opportunity to provide a spark. Craig also provides an update on Reds MiLB teams and a look ahead to Friday's clash with the Cubs.By Chatterbox Sports

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Game 152 - Reds 6, Cardinals 2 (Steer's 5 RBI and a solid start from Singer leads to series win!) 27:34

7h ago27:34

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Trace Fowler and Mike Hart discuss the Reds picking up a series win over the St. Louis Cardinals. They dive into Spencer Steer's 5 RBI game, his role with the team moving forward, and Singer's stellar start. Mike provides and update on the Reds MiLB teams and looks ahead to the upcoming 4-game series with the Chicago Cubs.…

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Game 151 - Cardinals 3, Reds 0 (Reds Shutout a League Leading 13th time this Season) 1:23:59

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Trace Fowler and Mike Hart unpack a tough night for the Cincinnati Reds, who suffered their 13th shutout of the 2025 season against the St. Louis Cardinals. They dive into Andrew Abbott’s abbreviated start, dissect the Reds’ ongoing offensive struggles, and explore what lies ahead for the team’s future. The duo also highlights the latest from the R…

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Kim Stanley Robinson: The Fight for Planet Earth 1:03:59

2d ago1:03:59

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Kim Stanley Robinson is the author of 22 novels of speculative and science fiction. The Ministry for the Future is set in the near future in which the world is suffering the disastrous consequences of climate change. But it also details the steps humanity takes to mitigate them. It is ultimately an optimistic story about technological and political…

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Game 150 - Reds 11, Cardinals 6 (Reds bounce back with an offensive outpouring) 56:03

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Trace Fowler and Craig Sandlin break down all the action from the Reds 11-6 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. They discuss the offensive explosion by Sal Stewart, Tyler Stephenson, Matt McLain and others. Plus Craig gives a look ahead to Tuesday's MiLB schedule and the Red's matchup with the Cardinals Tuesday night before discussing the National Le…

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Game 149 - Athletics 7, Reds 4 (Reds swept by Athletics, fall 2.5 GB in NLWC) 1:23:33

3d ago1:23:33

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Trace Fowler and Mike Hart discuss the Reds being swept by the Athletics, falling 2.5 games out of the last spot in the playoffs. The duo discusses Nick Lodolo and Zack Maxwell's performances. Mike also gives an update on the Reds MiLB teams, including the Daytona Tortugas championship series matchup. Plus, a look ahead to the upcoming series at th…

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Game 148 - Athletics 11, Reds 5 (Reds fail to make up ground as Mets and Giants lose!) 1:00:05

7h ago1:00:05

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Craig Sandlin and Mike Hart break down another missed opportunity for the Cincinnati Reds to make up ground in the NL Wild Card race. They discuss Hunter Greene's difficult start, the bullpen melt down, and the Athletics' powerful lineup. Craig also gives an update on the Red's minor league and a breakdown of Sunday's matchup with the Athletics.…

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Game 147 - Athletics 3, Reds 0 (Reds go 0-12 with RISP.....but Mets lose again!) 46:36

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Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin recap a frustrating night for the Reds, who squandered a key opportunity to pull within a half-game of the final Wild Card spot with a quiet offensive showing in Sacramento. They break down what went wrong at the plate, explore potential fixes, and debate the ideal lineup heading into the season’s final stretch. Plus, a…

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Game 146 - Reds 2, Padres 1 (Reds COMEBACK & WIN SERIES, Now 2.0 Games Out!) 1:02:25

10d ago1:02:25

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap a thrilling win for the Cincinnati Reds over the San Diego Padres, as the team continues its incredible turnaround—now just 2.0 games out of a playoff spot with 16 games to go. They break down Andrew Abbott’s dominant performance on the mound, clutch hits from Elly De La Cruz and Miguel Andújar, and everything else…

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Game 145 - Reds 4, Padres 2 (Tyler Stephenson Dramatic 9th Inning Home Run Keeps Reds Fighting In NL Wild Card Race) 1:03:27

30m ago1:03:27

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down an electrifying 4-2 Reds victory over the Padres, bringing Cincinnati within three games of a playoff spot with 17 games left. They highlight the power surge from Sal Stewart, Will Benson, and Tyler Stephenson, plus stellar pitching from Zack Littell, Zach Maxwell, Connor Phillips, and Emilio Pagan. The duo di…

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Game 144 - Padres 4, Reds 3 (Reds Blow Another Lead, Lose Another Extra Inning Game) 35:00

10d ago35:00

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down another frustrating Cincinnati Reds loss, squandering a 3-0 lead and falling in extra innings, missing a key chance to gain ground on the New York Mets, who also lost Monday. They analyze Nick Lodolo’s solid start, the questionable decision to pull him after just 79 pitches, and highlight a few positives amids…

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Game 143 - Reds 3, Mets 2 (Hunter Greene Dominates, Reds Keep Postseason Hopes Alive) 1:31:22

22h ago1:31:22

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap a Cincinnati Reds series win over the New York Mets. They talk about Hunter Greene's dominance, the lightning rod that is currently Elly De La Cruz, the Reds postseason chances and much more. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action and a preview of the Reds next series against the Padres. Today's Episode o…

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Paula Hawkins 29:06

13d ago29:06

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Presented by James Naughtie, Radio 4's Bookclub, speaks to the writer Paula Hawkins about her debut thriller The Girl On The Train. The book was published by Doubleday in 2015 to great acclaim and has sold millions of copies. Told in the first-person the novel's protagonist is Rachel Watson, a 33-year-old divorcee with addiction issues. The book wa…

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Game 142 - Reds 6, Mets 3 (Sal Stewart home run sparks the Reds to victory; Singer shoves!) 34:34

10d ago34:34

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Craig Sandlin and Cory Phillips break down the Cincinnati Reds victory over the New York Mets at Great American Ballpark. They dive into Sal Stewart's first career home run, the overall power surge from the Reds on the night with 3 home runs, and Brady Singer's quality start. Craig also provides a Reds MiLB update and previews Sunday's matchup with…

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Game 141 - Mets 5, Reds 4 (Reds load the bases with 0 outs in the 9th; can't score) 1:35:25

3d ago1:35:25

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Craig Sandlin and Mike Hart discuss the nail in the coffin as the Reds fall to the Mets and fall 6.0 GB of a wildcard spot. They dive into a heartbreaking 9th inning, Andrew Abbott's recent struggles, and how to approach the rest of the season. Craig provides a Reds minor league update and previews Saturday's matchup with the Mets.…

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Game 140 - Blue Jays 13, Reds 9 (Trace Says The Cincinnati Reds Are DEAD) 43:57

5d ago43:57

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap a game where the Cincinnati Reds blew a 5-0 lead to the Toronto Blue Jays. Fun times. Trace says the Reds are dead. They discuss the game and question if Terry Francona punted the game. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league and a preview of the Reds next series against the New York Mets. Today's Episode on YouT…

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Game 139 - Blue Jays 12, Reds 9 (Bullpen Game Disaster After Lodolo Scratched) 1:03:32

6d ago1:03:32

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Nick Kirby and Mike Hart recap a challenging night for the Cincinnati Reds pitching, who fell 12-9 to the Toronto Blue Jays, slipping further in the NL Wild Card race. They analyze the Reds' pitching struggles and decisions following Nick Lodolo's scratch, highlight standout offensive performances, and discuss the tightening Wild Card race. Additio…

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Game 138 - Reds 5, Blue Jays 4 (Reds Miraculous 9th Inning Rally!) 1:17:50

18d ago1:17:50

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap the Cincinnati Reds win over the top of the Toronto Blue Jays. They talk about big games from Hunter Greene, Ke'Bryan Hayes and more. Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VvIwTu3CU4&t=4911s OTHER CHATTERBOX PROGRAMING: Chatterbox Bengals: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chatterbox-beng…

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Game 137 - Reds 7, Cardinals 4 (Reds STAY ALIVE in NL Wild Card Race) 1:20:59

8d ago1:20:59

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler analyze the Cincinnati Reds' crucial Sunday victory over the St. Louis Cardinals, preventing an embarrassing sweep. They evaluate the Reds' NL Wild Card prospects, highlight standout performances from Matt McLain and Austin Hays, praise Brady Singer's impressive start, and commend the bullpen's solid effort. They also cr…

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Cincinnati Reds FINALLY Promote Top Prospect Sal Stewart! 36:41

9d ago36:41

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down the exciting news of the Cincinnati Reds promoting top prospect Sal Stewart on Monday for their game against the Blue Jays. They explore Stewart’s career journey, set expectations for his performance this season, analyze the timing of the Reds’ decision, and delve into additional insights. Programming note: th…

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Game 136 - Cardinals 4, Reds 2 (Reds WASTE an opportunity to gain ground in the wild card race) 37:34

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Craig Sandlin and Cory Phillips break down a wasted opportunity by the Cincinnati Reds against the St. Louis Cardinals at Great American Ballpark. They dive into Andrew Abbott's start, the young bullpen giving up home runs, and more. Craig provides a Reds minor league update and previews Sunday's matchup with the Cardinals.…

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Game 135 - Cardinals 7, Reds 5 (Reds throw away an extra innings game! Wild Card out of range?) 1:18:10

11d ago1:18:10

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Craig Sandlin and Austin Layton break down a tough extra innings loss for the Cincinnati Reds against the St. Louis Cardinals at Great American Ballpark. They dive into Elly De La Cruz's two errors, the Reds' 3(!) home runs, Zack Littell's start and more. Craig provides a Reds minor league update, and previews Saturday's matchup with the Cardinals.…

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Game 134 - Dodgers 5, Reds 1 (Reds Swept For First Time In 2025....Nail In The Coffin?) 52:42

25d ago52:42

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down the Cincinnati Reds' historic loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night, where the Reds set a franchise record with 19 strikeouts and ended their fourth-longest sweepless streak in history. They discuss the Reds' lackluster offense, Nick Lodolo's return from the injured list, and whether any hope rema…

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Game 133 - Dodgers 6, Reds 3 (The Worst Bunt In This History Of Baseball) 58:15

15d ago58:15

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Woof. Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AGiTZxeyZs&t=396s OTHER CHATTERBOX PROGRAMING: Chatterbox Bengals: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chatterbox-bengals-a-cincinnati-bengals-nfl-podcast/id1652732141 The Flyin Lion (FC Cincinnati): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flyin-lion-fc-cincinnati-podcast/id1701…

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Game 132 - Dodgers 7, Reds 0 (Reds Lose Crucial Ground In NL Wild Card Race) 49:45

27d ago49:45

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap an ugly loss for the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium on Monday night. They discuss another poor performance from the Reds offense, Elly De La Cruz August struggles, Hunter Greene's start and much more. Plus a preview of Tuesday's game vs the Dodgers. Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gxa…

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Game 131 - Reds 6, Diamondbacks 1 (NOBODY SWEEPS THE CINCINNATI REDS) 1:54:16

28d ago1:54:16

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down a much needed Cincinnati Reds victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks, extending the Reds' historic sweepless streak and closing the playoff gap to 1.5 games. They highlight Brady Singer’s stellar start, clutch hits from Spencer Steer, Noelvi Marte’s emerging stardom, and a strong bullpen effort. The duo also ex…

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Game 130 - Diamondbacks 10, Reds 1 (Andrew Abbott has worst outing of his career) 25:13

29d ago25:13

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Cory Phillips and Craig Sandlin discuss the Arizona Diamondbacks dominating the Cincinnati Reds, winning 8-0 at Chase Field. Arizona’s offense erupted early, with Corbin Carroll hitting a two-run homer in the first inning, setting the tone. The Diamondbacks added three more runs in the third, highlighted by Blaze Alexander’s two-run double, and tac…

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Game 129 - Diamondbacks 6, Reds 5 (Reds drop a HEARTBREAKER in extra innings) 1:04:51

1M ago1:04:51

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Craig Sandlin and Mike Hart break down another heartbreaking night, an extra innings walk off loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. They dive into Zack Littell's rough outing, the bullpen keeping them in the game, and extra innings strategy. Craig provides a Reds minor league update, and previews Saturday's matchup with the Diamondbacks.…

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Cincinnati Reds Promoting Flamethrower RP Zach Maxwell! 36:29

1M ago36:29

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Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin analyze the Cincinnati Reds' decision to promote reliever Zach Maxwell on Friday, following the optioning of Luis Mey to AAA. They explore Maxwell's potential role, his scouting report, and what he brings to the team. The duo also previews the Reds' upcoming weekend series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, with Cincinna…

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Game 128 - Angels 2, Reds 1 (Reds Waste Opportunity in Wild Card Race) 47:10

1M ago47:10

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down the Cincinnati Reds' tough loss on Wednesday night, diving into the team's offensive struggles, Nick Martinez's stellar start, and more. They also recap the latest Reds minor league action and preview the upcoming series against the Diamondbacks. Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xf2…

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Game 127 - Reds 6, Angels 4 (Reds Win TENTH Straight Game vs Angels Behind Hunter Greene) 1:24:36

1M ago1:24:36

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down the Cincinnati Reds' thrilling late victory on Tuesday night. They highlight Hunter Greene's dominant performance, Noelvi Marte's red-hot form, and the impact of the Reds' trade deadline acquisitions. The duo also covers Tyler Stephenson's likely IL stint, Matt McLain's struggles, and Sal Stewart's playing fir…

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Game 126 - Reds 4, Angels 1 (Reds Pickup Half Game, Now 1.0 GB of Playoff Spot) 1:03:23

1M ago1:03:23

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap the Cincinnati Reds win over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday night. They talk about the big night at the plate from Gavin Lux, another fantastic performance from Brady Singer, the incredible defense of Ke'Bryan Hayes and much more. Plus a recap of the Reds minor league action and a preview of Tuesday's game. Today…

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Game 125 - Reds 3, Brewers 2 (Reds END Brewers 14 Game Win Streak with Dramatic Win) 1:39:52

1M ago1:39:52

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down an wild series finale victory for the Cincinnati Reds against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. They highlight standout performances from Andrew Abbott, Jose Trevino, Austin Hays, and Noelvi Marte, who played pivotal roles in the win. The duo also dives into the surprising news of Jake Fraley being designated f…

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Game 124 - Brewers 6, Reds 5 (Reds Blow Another Lead, Brewers Win 14th Straight) 39:12

1M ago39:12

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Craig Sandlin and Cory Phillips discuss the Milwaukee Brewers extending their franchise-record winning streak to 14 games, defeating the Cincinnati Reds 6-5 in a thrilling 11-inning contest at Great American Ball Park. The Reds took an early 2-0 lead in the first with home runs from Spencer Steer and Noelvi Marte off Brewers starter Quinn Priester.…

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Game 123 - Reds 8, Brewers 10 (Reds 0.5 GB of Playoff Spot after BLOWING 7 Run Lead) 1:24:12

1M ago1:24:12

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Craig Sandlin and Alex Wallace break down a heart-breaking loss for the Cincinnati Reds against the Milwaukee Brewers at Great American Ballpark. They dive into Nick Martinez' start, Reds' defensive miscues, and more. Craig provides a Reds minor league update and previews Saturday's matchup with the Brewers.…

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Game 122 - Reds 8, Phillies 0 (Reds 1.0 GB of Playoff Spot after Hunter Greene SHOVES in Return) 1:22:21

1M ago1:22:21

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down the Cincinnati Reds' electrifying 8-0 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night. They highlight Hunter Greene's impactful return to the Reds' rotation and his significance to the team. The duo also dives into the standout offensive performances from Miguel Andujar and Noelvi Marte, exploring…

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Game 121 - Reds 6, Phillies 1 (Reds Bounce Back with Big Win vs Philly) 1:03:11

1M ago1:03:11

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Nick Kirby, Trace Fowler and Craig Sandlin recap the Cincinnati Reds win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night. They talk about a huge start from Brady Singer, the offense bouncing back, Sal Stewart's role on the 2025 Reds and much more. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action and a preview of Wednesday's game. Today's Episode on…

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Game 120 - Phillies 4, Reds 1 (Abbott's Gem Wasted) 47:42

1M ago47:42

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down the Cincinnati Reds' loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on August 12, 2025. They analyze Andrew Abbott's performance, the choice to bench key players, Chase Burns' approaching innings limit, the Reds' defensive play, and more. Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iIwCOQy0bI&t=543s OTHER …

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Game 119 - Reds 14, Pirates 8 (Reds Now Just 1.5 Game Out Of A Playoff Spot) 1:13:54

1M ago1:13:54

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler break down an exciting weekend for the Cincinnati Reds, highlighted by Sunday's win that brought them within 1.5 games of a playoff spot. They discuss standout performances from Noelvi Marte, Miguel Andújar, and Spencer Steer, Zack Littell's strong start, and the bullpen's efforts. They also cover Hunter Greene's return,…

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Game 118 - Reds 2, Pirates 1 (7 strong innings from Nick Martinez leads Reds to much needed win) 45:03

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Cory Phillips and Craig Sandlin discuss the Cincinnati Reds edging the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 at PNC Park, snapping a three-game losing streak. Nick Martinez delivered seven strong innings for the Reds, allowing one run on four hits and two walks while striking out four. Noelvi Marte was the offensive star, doubling three times, driving in one run,…

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Game 117 - Pirates 3, Reds 2 (8th inning collapse spoils another 10 K performance from Chase Burns) 41:08

1M ago41:08

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Cory Phillips and Craig Sandlin discuss the Pittsburgh Pirates defeating the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 in a thrilling NL Central clash at PNC Park. The game featured strong pitching and a late Pirates rally that decided the outcome.The Reds took an early 1-0 lead in the second when Gavin Lux scored on a double play. Cincinnati’s Chase Burns was impressiv…

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Game 116 - Pirates 7, Reds 0 (Paul Skenes DOMINATES Reds) 48:02

2M ago48:02

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap another tough night for the Cincinnati Reds' offense, as they were shut out by Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The duo attempts to diagnose the Reds' offensive struggles, discusses a pivotal play where the Reds could have been more aggressive, and compares the reception Ke'Bryan Hayes received in Pittsburgh…

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Game 115 - Cubs 6, Reds 1 (Reds Settle For Series Win At Wrigley) 34:08

2M ago34:08

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap the Cincinnati Reds loss to the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday. They talk about the Reds offense struggling once again, the start from Andrew Abbott and high velocity from the bullpen and much more. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action and a preview of the Reds next series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tod…

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Game 114 - Reds 5, Cubs 1 (Zack Littell DOMINATES in Reds debut, Spencer Steer hits huge homer) 56:05

2M ago56:05

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap the Cincinnati Reds win over the Chicago Cubs to secure a series win at Wrigley Field. They talk about the incredible Reds debut of Zack Littell, the Reds trade deadline moves all playing a big role on Tuesday night, the big home run and future outlook of Spencer Steer and much more. Plus are recap of all the Reds …

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Game 113 - Reds 3, Cubs 2 (Reds Rally Late Despite Losing Nick Lodolo to Blister) 1:02:04

2M ago1:02:04

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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap the Cincinnati Reds win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night. They talk about a heroic performance from the Reds bullpen, a great defensive game and a big hit from Tyler Stephenson. They also discuss Nick Lodolo's blister injury and the Reds pitching overall. Plus a recap of the Reds minor league action and a prev…

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Game 112 - Braves 4, Reds 2 (MLB Speedway Classic Results In Long Day, Bad Weekend) 1:10:12

2M ago1:10:12

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Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down the MLB Speedway Classic, an event that promised excitement but became a nightmare for the Cincinnati Reds. They dive into the Reds' offensive woes, the strategic challenges of resuming a suspended game, and the demotion of Will Benson, among other key topics. They also recap the latest Reds minor league action a…

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Kit de Waal 28:40

2M ago28:40

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Presented by James Naughtie, BBC Radio 4's Bookclub, speaks to the award-winning writer Kit de Waal about her heart-rending debut novel, My Name Is Leon. Published in 2016 by Penguin it's the story of two brothers separated after one is adopted. The book, now taught on the curriculum in English schools, takes us back to 1980s Birmingham, and while …