Best Julian Walker Podcasts (2025)

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Talking Past, Present And Future With Ben Cherington 39:33

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1h ago39:33

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Ben Cherington has seen a lot as a baseball executive, having won a World Series as the general manager of the Red Sox, while currently attempting to rebuild the Pirates as the chief decision-maker in that organization. Between the lessons learned, the stories that can now be told, and the perspective about the challenges (and players) that await, …

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Moby - Summer Staff Picks 52:00

7m ago52:00

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Our summer tradition at Here’s the Thing continues, as staff members choose their favorite conversations from the archives for our Summer Staff Pick series. This week, we revisit Alec’s interview with Moby, who reflects on the unexpected success of his 1999 album Play—a record that transformed him from playing gigs in record stores to international…

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Presser: Reds' 'Super, Super Excited' Top Prospect Sal Stewart Has Been Promoted 10:04

4h ago10:04

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It's always a good time to hear the excitement of a rookie being called up to the big leagues for the first time. But top Reds prospect Sal Stewart took it to another level when addressing the media before his MLB debut. In his introductory press conference, the former first-round pick offered the kind of enthusiasm and excitement that feeds baseba…

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Presser: Aroldis Chapman Explains How Contact Extension Came About 18:29

2h ago18:29

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At the age of 37, closer Aroldis Chapman is having a historic year for the Red Sox. It's the reason why the team has committed to a contract extension for Chapman. The reliever and chief baseball officer Craig Breslow met with the media to detail how the deal came about and why the commitment became a priority. To learn more about listener data and…

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Bonus Sample: Antifascist Christianity: Bonhoeffer (Pt 2) 5:34

12h ago5:34

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Matthew recounts the story of a young, hoity-toity soft-nationalist German theologian named Dietrich Bonhoeffer who discovered the radical soul of antifascism by hanging out in a Black Baptist church in Harlem in 1930. He came to the US believing in the white Jesus of European empire, but left enthralled by the Black Jesus of the oppressed. Back in…

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Guest Lions Defensive Coordinator Kelvin Sheppard 23:11

19h ago23:11

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On this episode of Bleav in Lions, hosts Trevor Thompson and Glover Quin are joined by special guest Kelvin Sheppard, the newly appointed defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions. Sheppard discusses his journey from player to coach, shares insights from the Lions’ training camp, outlines his coaching philosophy, and explains what fans can expect…

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The Story Of The Phillies Mustached Man, Tanner Banks 46:20

1d ago46:20

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Tanner Banks has distinguished himself as a key piece of the Phillies' postseason puzzle, and it's not just because of the lefty reliever's signature next-level mustache. The 32-year-old Banks, who made his big league debut in 2022, has broken out as one of the game's most reliable southpaw relief pitchers, 11 years after being drafted in the 18th …

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BIB on the Go: Pirates Rookie Cam Devanney's Dream Comes True 8:09

1d ago8:09

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Not only did Pirates rookie Cam Devanney make his MLB debut Sunday, but he did in the ballpark he grew up going to the games at - Fenway Park. The New Hampshire native reflected on the experience with Bradfo, offering insight into a path that took him from a Northeast high schooler to an Elon University star to a six-year minor leaguer. It was a mo…

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BIB on the Radio: Talking Payton Tolle With Dream Maker/Farm Director Brian Abraham 21:00

2d ago21:00

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In an attempt to keep the buzz going when it comes to Red Sox rookie phenom pitcher Payton Tolle, Bradfo and the Play Tessie guys (Gordo, Sammy and Pat) are joined on the Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show by resident dream maker/Boston farm director Brian Abraham to talk all things Tolle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v…

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What It's Like To Be Introduced To MLB, By Top Prospect Bubba Chandler 15:05

3d ago15:05

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One of the game's top pitching prospects, Bubba Chandler, has found his way to the Pittsburgh Pirates and is doing alright for himself. But what has the experience been like, and how has he been able to draw on his previous existence as a two-way player for this early success? Bubba sits down with Bradfo to discuss all of it in a revealing conversa…

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Brief: Antifascist Christianity: Bonhoeffer (Pt 1) 37:39

2d ago37:39

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Matthew recounts the story of a young, hoity-toity soft-nationalist German theologian named Dietrich Bonhoeffer who discovered the radical soul of antifascism by hanging out in a Black Baptist church in Harlem in 1930. He came to the US believing in the white Jesus of European empire, but left enthralled by the Black Jesus of the oppressed. Back in…

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Presser: Payton Tolle Soaks It All In After MLB Debut 12:24

2d ago12:24

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Boston Red Sox rookie pitcher Payton Tolle went head-to-head with Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes in his MLB debut and more than held his own. Tolle struck out eight while leaving the mound with one out in the sixth inning with his team carrying a 2-0 lead. After the game, Tolle was about as genuine and enthusiastic as you'll find in a postgame press conf…

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Presser: Craig Breslow Talking Walker Buehler's Release 13:24

3d ago13:24

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Walker Buehler has been released by the Red Sox to create room on the roster for Payton Tolle's addition and debut. Bradfo was there to catch Craig Breslow's remarks about Buehler's release and why he decided to release him instead of designating him for an assignment To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.au…

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BIB on the Go: The Red Sox Crack Into Producer Evan's Top 5 18:47

3d ago18:47

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Bradfo catches up with BIB Producer Evan to get the lay of the land in his latest Power Rankings which sees the Red Sox crack into the Top 5 for the first time this season To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adc…

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Payton Tolle And The Power Rankings 52:40

3d ago52:40

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It's a big day in Major League Baseball, with two of the top pitching prospects in the game - Boston's Payton Tolle and Jonah Tong of the Mets - making their MLB debuts. So we respect the moment by giving you Bradfo's sitdown with Tolle from just a few weeks ago. To top it off, Producer Evan is back with another Power Rankings, this time buying wha…

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BIB on the Go: Pirates Phenom Bubba Chandler Talks Decision To Give Up Dream Of Being Next Shohei Ohtani 11:16

5d ago11:16

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It has seemingly worked out pretty well for Bubba Chandler. The top Pirates prospects has excelled in his two appearances since being called up to the majors, not allowing a run over eight innings. Bradfo caught up with Chandler in spring training to talk about his decision to abandon the dream of becoming the next Shohei Ohtani as a two-way player…

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Disrespect for Amon-Ra St. Brown. Big expectations for Jameson Williams. "No Turds," for Dan Campbell. With Tim Twentyman. 30:59

4d ago30:59

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Forecasting the season ahead for Detroit's, Wide Receiver room, which has an embarrassment of riches, and Dan Campbell's, "No Turds Policy," is in effect, as final cuts are made, and the 53 man roster is announced, on this episode of, Bleav In Lions with, Tim Twentyman. [1:06] Tim Twentyman’s thoughts on the Lions secondary [6:50] Tim Patrick Trade…

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The Inside Story Of The Mets Promoting Nolan McLean, Jonah Tong 30:22

5d ago30:22

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Maybe the most important addition to any roster to date this season has been the Mets' promotion of starting pitcher Nolan McLean, who is off to a historic start. So, how did they know he was ready? Bradfo catches up with Syracuse Mets manager Dick Scott to get insight into the decisions to promote both McLean and fellow starter Jonah Tong. The guy…

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272: Jillian Michaels is the Biggest Loser 58:36

4d ago58:36

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The unavoidable question of the week: why is Jillian Michaels on CNN commenting on slavery, exactly? As it turns out, Netflix provides the answer. The three-part docuseries, Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser, creeps behind the scenes of this uber-popular and uber-disturbing reality show that weirdly promoted fat-shaming while simultaneou…

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Chris Yadon: Healing from Sexual Abuse 52:40

5d ago52:40

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In this episode of the Open Wounds podcast, host Candice interviews Chris Yadon, an expert in sexual abuse recovery. Chris shares his personal journey and how it led him to help others heal from the impacts of childhood sexual abuse. He discusses the unique approach of Saprea, the organization he co-founded, which focuses on supporting adult surviv…

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BIB on the Go: J.P. Ricciardi Gives His Evaluation Of Justin Crawford, Drew Gilbert, & Payton Tolle 13:47

5d ago13:47

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Bradfo catches up with former Blue Jays GM and Mets exec J.P. Ricciardi to get his take on some the top prospects in baseball that he's scouted when they've come in to face the Worcester Red Sox including the likes of Justin Crawford, Drew Gilbert, & Payton Tolle To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyi…

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37 - Mimi Rabson - Curiosity Is Driving Me 56:45

5d ago56:45

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Mimi Robson, the renowned string virtuoso and educator, joins host Andy in episode 37 of the "River of Suck" podcast, recorded live at Fiddle Hill Online. Mimi recounts her evolution as an adventurous explorer of musical genres, championing curiosity, joy, and authentic connection as the heartbeats of her artistry. Their lively conversation delves …

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BIB on the Go: The Keys To A Successful Stretch Run With Adam Ottavino 21:11

5d ago21:11

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Bradfo sits down with longtime MLB reliever Adam Ottavino to discuss the keys to staying healthy during the stretch run, the anomaly that is Nate Eovaldi, and more To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Trades In August? J.P. Ricciardi, Bradfo Reflect On Better Times 39:59

6d ago39:59

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Six years ago, teams could still wheel and deal their way to the postseason thanks to the waiver trade deadline, a period in August where trades could still be made. However, that all changed after 2019, eliminating the transactional fun that occurred after July 31. Bradfo catches up with former Blue Jays GM and Mets exec J.P. Ricciardi to reflect …

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Presser: David Stearns On Why Jonah Tong Got The Call Over Brandon Sproat 11:32

6d ago11:32

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The New York media caught up with the the Mets POBO to discuss his decision to call up top prospect Jonah Tong, why he went with Tong over Sproat, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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BIB on the Go: How Jason Varitek Eased The Mind Of Carlos Narvaez 7:15

6d ago7:15

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Bradfo sat down with Red Sox Catcher Carlos Narvaez to discuss his ability to fight through injury this season, the advice that Jason Varitek gave him, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoice…

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EP: 225 - Aging is Living: The Case for Investing in Aging 20:15

6d ago20:15

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During the George Washington University Center for Aging, Health, and Humanities’ Age-Friendly Ecosystem Summit, Lindsay Goldman, CEO of Grantmakers in Aging (GIA), delivered a presentation titled Aging is Living: The Case for Investing in Aging. She highlighted how aging intersects with every philanthropic priority, from health and housing to tran…

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The American League Is Nutty 38:48

6d ago38:48

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It's late August, and we have absolutely no idea who should be considered the favorite in the American League. That's why Bradfo turned to ESPN's Eduardo Perez and Buster Olney for some direction when trying to decipher who should be considered the team to separate from the pack. Bradfo also catches up with a potential wild card when it comes to th…

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David Letterman - Summer Staff Picks 44:35

7d ago44:35

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Our summer tradition at Here’s the Thing continues, as staff members choose their favorite conversations from the archives for our Summer Staff Pick series. This week, we revisit Alec’s conversation with David Letterman, who began his Late Night gig as a self-described “gap-toothed, unknown smart ass.” Three decades later, Letterman reflects on how…

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BIB on the Go: The Face-Slapping Marlins Reliever Tyler Phillips 25:26

7d ago25:26

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Bradfo sat down with Marlins reliever Tyler Phillips to talk about his personality evolution, how he came to accept the importance of just being himself, and his infamous face-slapping bullpen entrance To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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BIB on the Go: Who's The Best Team In The AL? ESPN's Buster Olney Weighs In 9:45

7d ago9:45

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Bradfo catches up with ESPN's Buster Olney to figure out who is THE best team in the AL... hint: it's not easy to answer To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Bonus Sample: The Beatles’ Billionaire Yogi 6:09

8d ago6:09

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Levitation, world peace, and blissful enlightenment were all essential to the hippie counterculture. But it came at quite a price. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi made billions selling magical mantras and the promise of perfect happiness. Most well-known for being endorsed by the Beatles and David Lynch, he was also feted by world leaders and prestigious uni…

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M&A Rumors Turn Into Reality – The Special Situations Report Episode #33 28:01

7d ago28:01

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Summary: On today’s podcast we will discuss an even higher bid for Dallas News, multiple rumored deals that came to fruition including the acquisitions of Tegna, Soho House, Guess and DayForce. Things heated up in the stock buybacks area as well with large buybacks announced by Pediatrix Medical Group, insurance company Old Republic, Sprouts Farmer…

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One Unique Clubhouse. One Unique Pitch. 32:53

8d ago32:53

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Bradfo was boots on the ground at Yankee Stadium for the big four-game series in the Bronx and came away with two potentially crucial conversations when it comes to deciding the postseason. The first is with Lucas Giolito, who reveals some truly telling stories regarding what makes the Red Sox's clubhouse dynamic a difference-maker. And the second …

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BIB on the Radio: Who Exactly Is The Best Team In The American League? 1:13:01

9d ago1:13:01

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Bradfo is back on the Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show, this time from Yankee Stadium immediately after the Red Sox' beatdown of the Yankees. With Gordo (Play Tessie) co-hosting from the BIB Studios, the discussion goes from how uncomfortable life has become for the Yanks, how good things have been for the Sox, and which team should actually be con…

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BIB Vault: Talking With And About Rays New Shortstop Carson Williams 8:41

9d ago8:41

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Carson Williams is now a major leaguer. It's a reality he emphasized in his first big league game Friday by launching a homer for the Rays. Bradfo caught up with Williams, who was part of a 2021 MLB Draft that possessed a boatload of high school shortstops like Carson. He also catches up with another high school shortstop from that class, Marcelo M…

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BIB on the Radio: The Shane Bieber, Kyle Schwarber Comparison 11:40

9d ago11:40

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Bradfo is back on the 'Blair and Barker Show' on Sportsnet 590 The Fan in Toronto, this time to discuss the talk of the town - Shane Bieber. There is a very logical comparison to the Red Sox' acquisition of Kyle Schwarber at the trade deadline in 2021, which seems to fit like a glove. There is also some great Aroldis Chapman and Roman Anthony talk.…

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BIB on the Go: Paul Blackburn's Journey From All-Star To Yankee 10:06

10d ago10:06

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Paul Blackburn's path to his newest team, the Yankees, have taken all kinds of twists and turns, starting with his All-Star season in 2022. Since then he has experienced all kinds of ups and downs, most recently during a stint with the Mets that began with a trade deadline deal last season. The righty sits down with Bradfo to offer an insight into …

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The Story Of Yankees Phenom Cam Schlittler 24:08

9d ago24:08

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Cam Schlitter has come a long way, going from putting Christmas trees on top of cars to throwing 100 mph at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees rookie pitcher is joined by Bradfo reflect on a journey that most recently had him pitching six perfect innings in Tampa. Bradfo also catches up with another new Yankee, Paul Blackburn, who has quite the path since…

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Brief: Ground Zero Grifting 37:44

10d ago37:44

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Plandemic creator Mikki Willis recently hosted an hour-long webinar to promote his supplements company. Marketed as a storytelling hour to share the power of immunity and god with their followers, the conversation went off the rails. Derek and Julian tune in and discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Presser: Walker Buehler Reacts To Demotion To Bullpen 8:23

10d ago8:23

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Walker Buehler has been taken out of the Red Sox starting rotation and put in their bullpen after never finding any sort of prolonged success. Bradfo was there in New York when Buehler met with the media to discuss the news and his new role. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy …

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BIB Vault: Shane Bieber Is Back 7:51

10d ago7:51

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On the day Shane Bieber returns to the major leagues, getting his first start with the Blue Jays, we wanted to resurface the recent conversation Bradfo had with the starter. The guys talk about Bieber's path back, his decision to remain in Cleveland this past offseason, and what it was like to get traded. To learn more about listener data and our p…

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BIB Vault: Inside The Mind Of Rookie Sensation Roman Anthony 17:16

10d ago17:16

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It's a good time to revisit a recent conversation Bradfo had with Red Sox rookie Roman Anthony, who continues to make his mark on the baseball world with both his performance and demeanor. The guys take a deep dive into how Anthony can function both on and off the field like a player much more experienced than the 21-year-old. To learn more about l…