Best Dylan Kent Podcasts (2025)

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Superstars of the literary and musical world: Margaret Atwood’s new memoir; Hannah Kent’s critical readings; Stuart Coupe’s musical knowledge; Bob Dylan... 54:15

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Superstars of the literary and musical world this week: Margaret Atwood’s new memoir; Hannah Kent’s critical readings; Stuart Coupe’s musical knowledge; Bob Dylan . . . OK, well he’s not exactly on the show, but he’s the subject of MUCH literary speculation in a buzzy new release by New Yorker Sam Sussman. Also – the voice of the wind howls, laughs…

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Pittsburgh Pirates FAKE Their Commitment or Are They Actually Going Big With Kyle Schwarber? Plus Viewer Responses 33:09

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Pittsburgh Pirates spark offseason buzz with a bold offer to Kyle Schwarber and links to Ketel Marte—are they finally ready to support Cy Young winner Paul Skenes and make a playoff push? Sully breaks down the Pirates’ surprising sense of urgency while questioning if their moves are real or just for show. Could Philadelphia Phillies let Schwarber w…

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2025 Baseball Winter Meetings Get Underway, Jeff Kent Elected to Hall of Fame & Sonny Gray vs. the Yankees 57:38

16h ago57:38

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The 2025 edition of the baseball winter meetings is officially underway in Orlando, Florida, and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew is on the scene. This is normally the week when deals start to bloom and big free agents are plucked from the tree. Just last year we saw Juan Soto and the New York Mets agree to a deal, as well as Max Fried joining the New …

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PUZZLING: Jeff Kent in Hall of Fame—How MLB Committee DECIDES Against Bonds and Clemens 32:28

1d ago32:28

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Baseball’s Hall of Fame sees a surprise shakeup as Jeff Kent earns his place among the immortals. Is the Contemporary Era committee missing the mark by leaving out legends like Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Gary Sheffield? Sully and guest Jeff Carr unpack Kent’s career, debate the criteria behind recent inductions, and question why some steroid-e…

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BUILD: Will the Pittsburgh Pirates Finally INVEST in Paul Skenes and Chase Playoff GLORY? 35:23

2d ago35:23

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Pittsburgh Pirates’ window to contend may be now, but will ownership seize it—or squander Paul Skenes’ prime? Sully and Gary Morgan spotlight the ace’s Cy Young season, talk the urgency of adding legitimate bats, and weigh whether a long-awaited playoff run is possible before Skenes dons pinstripes or Dodgers blue. With key players like Bryan Reyno…

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The Mets September CRASH Forces Urgent Team Reflection | What is their New Strategy for 2026? 34:43

3d ago34:43

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New York Mets hit the reset button after a disappointing collapse, shaking up the roster with the bold Brandon Nimmo-for-Marcus Semien trade and a high-profile gamble on reliever Devin Williams. As speculation swirls around Pete Alonso’s free agency and the impact of Juan Soto’s uneven debut season, co-hosts Sully and Ryan Finkelstein debate whethe…

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Lucas Giolito Talks Being a Free Agent, 2025 Red Sox Season + Barry Bonds & Roger Clemens’ Last Shot at the Hall of Fame 1:27:09

5d ago1:27:09

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There aren’t many debates hotter than who should and shouldn’t be elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame. While members of the BBWAA are tasked with voting on the standard ballot, the veterans committee votes on a smaller ballot to determine whether those who fell through the cracks will ultimately achieve baseball immortality. On this episode of B…

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INSIDE: 2026 Astros Playoff DREAMS at RISK | Houston Hopes to Rebound 34:36

5d ago34:36

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Houston Astros fans face an offseason of uncertainty after missing the playoffs for the first time in years—but does one win stand between disappointment and a fierce comeback? Paul Francis Sullivan and Brett Chancey tackle the highs and lows of the Astros’ injury-plagued season, Framber Valdez’s looming free agency, and whether Hunter Brown and Ch…

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The Best Books of 2025 54:06

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The best books of 2025 as selected by Cassie McCullagh, Kate Evans and a panel of bookish guests - Jason Steger, Jon Page and Robert Goodman. Keep scrolling for a full list... GUESTS Jason Steger, arts journalist. Former book editor of the Age & SMH, and panellist on ABC TV’s Book Club Jon Page, long time bookseller with Pages and Pages bookshop, f…

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A Little Trask Magic - Dec. 3 24:18

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It's been a couple of hours now, and it's still not entirely clear how UNCW rallied to beat Marshall.In their first close game of the season, the Seahawks found a way to steal a gritty win on a night they didn't play their best on either end of the floor.Patrick Wessler's career-best performance set the tone, while Nolan Hodge came up clutch down t…

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We Give Thanks, for Beatdowns 45:45

2d ago45:45

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It was an abundant Thanksgiving for the Seahawks, who completely dominated five of the six halves of basketball it played in the Live Oak Bank Holiday Classic. There were all sorts of positives for UNCW, ranging from lockdown defense to sharing the basketball and excellent individual performances from Patrick Wessler, Madison Durr, and more. Bill a…

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Dylan Cease Lands Mega Deal with Blue Jays, Red Sox Trade for Sonny Gray & Relievers on the Move 1:21:39

7d ago1:21:39

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The Toronto Blue Jays made a major impact on the baseball world when they won the AL pennant and came within a game of winning the World Series this past season. However, just because they got so close to a title doesn’t mean they didn’t see room for improvement, and with one fell swoop, they found themselves a new potential ace for their rotation.…

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PIVOT: Cardinals Fans Brace for CHANGE as Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt Face Uncertain Futures 32:16

8d ago32:16

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St. Louis Cardinals brace for a full rebuild—can “the best fans in baseball” weather the storm as Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt, and Willson Contreras face uncertain futures? JD Hafron and Sully break down the Cardinals’ dramatic shift, from decades of playoff consistency to trading ace Sonny Gray and shopping key players like Brennan Donovan. Re…

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Dave Popkin, Seton Hall Basketball Radio Announcer, recaps the Pirates trip to Maui and surprising 7 and 1 start; plus UConn tops Illinois again, St. John's defensive woes and lack of point guard play ... 59:52

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1:45 Dave Popkin Interview about Seton Hall’s performance in Maui and 7-1 start 32:50 UConn 43:30 St. John’s 51:45 Rutgers

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Hal Steinbrenner’s Words EXPOSE Tensions Behind Looming Lockout | Is it All Nonsense? 29:31

8d ago29:31

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New York Yankees ownership sparks controversy as Hal Steinbrenner questions the team's profitability ahead of a possible MLB lockout. Are the Yankees really struggling, or is this clever propaganda to sway public opinion before crucial labor negotiations? Sully scrutinizes Steinbrenner's statements, breaking down New York Yankees revenue figures, p…

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Red Sox SHAKE the American League East with Sonny Gray Trade | Toronto Counters with Dylan Cease 28:45

9d ago28:45

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The Red Sox and Blue Jays shake up the AL East with high-stakes pitching acquisitions. Sonny Gray lands in Boston, triggering strategic roster shifts, while Dylan Cease signs a massive seven-year, $210 million deal with Toronto. Are these moves enough to fuel a World Series run and erase painful postseason memories for Blue Jays fans? Sully breaks …

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2025 MLB Time Capsule: Ohtani’s Special Pillow, Baseball Pope, Misiorowski’s Charizard & Yankees’ Torpedo Bats 1:35:03

11d ago1:35:03

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The 2025 Major League Baseball season was one of the most memorable in recent history. From the Los Angeles Dodgers becoming the first repeat champions since the New York Yankees’ ’90s dynasty to the incredible run that brought the Toronto Blue Jays to their first World Series since 1993, it’s time to look back at the unforgettable moments from the…

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SHOCK: Major League Baseball’s New TV Deal Leaves Fans Searching For Games 29:10

11d ago29:10

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Major League Baseball shakes up the broadcast world with a labyrinthine new TV rights deal—will fans be able to find their favorite games easily, or is a viewing scavenger hunt inevitable? Shohei Ohtani’s soaring stardom drives ratings to record heights, as platforms like Netflix, NBC, ESPN, Fox, and Apple TV all vie for a piece of the action. Open…

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FORCED: Miami Marlins Set To SPEND—Is Playoff SUCCESS Near for the Fish with Jeremiah Geiger 32:27

13d ago32:27

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Miami Marlins hover on the brink of a breakthrough—can strategic spending finally propel them into playoff contention? Sully and Jeremiah Geiger of Locked on Marlins break down the Miami’s surprising 2025 surge, fueled by standouts like Kyle Stowers and Augustine Ramirez, and examine how expanded playoffs open the door for this underdog franchise. …

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Happy Live Oaksgiving 49:21

10d ago49:21

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The vibes are high after a 2-0 week that saw the Seahawks largely dominate wins over ECU and Radford. This team's personality is starting to show, and damn, do we love it. They're connected in a way we haven't seen recently, and that is becoming very clear with ball movement and defensive communication. In all, we touch on Gavin Walsh getting comfo…

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Mets and Rangers swap vets, Tatsuya Imai says no to the Dodgers & Steinbrenner talks Yankees money 1:10:10

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The New York Mets and the Texas Rangers made a splashy deal on Sunday night that saw Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien trade places. Nimmo, who has been with the Mets organization since 2011, will head to Arlington, while the three-time All-Star, two-time Gold Glover and Silver Slugger winner Semien takes his defensive specialty to Flushing. On this …

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PANIC: SD Playoff HEARTBREAK IGNITES Speculation—Will This TEAM EVER Deliver? | With Javier Reyes 34:08

14d ago34:08

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San Diego Padres face uncertain future as new ownership looms and key free agents hit the market. Can Manny Machado overcome his postseason struggles and lead the Padres to a long-awaited World Series berth, or will changes at the top spark a dramatic shift in team direction? Sully and Javier Reyes debate the impact of the Craig Stammen hire, loomi…

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SURPRISE: Marcus Semien Traded to Mets, Brandon Nimmo Joins Rangers | Brice Paterik Breaks It Down 32:31

16d ago32:31

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Texas Rangers fans stunned as Marcus Semien is dealt to the New York Mets in a blockbuster trade that shakes up both franchises. Brandon Nimmo heads to Arlington as the Rangers swap elite defense for a new bat in the lineup, sparking debate about roster depth and the team's future direction. Can the Rangers reload after losing so many World Series …

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Central Connecticut State Coach Patrick Sellers joins the podcast fresh off CCSU's upsets of Rutgers and Boston College; It could be a long season for Rutgers; Seton Hall heads to Maui; Iona storms back ... 56:43

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Central Connecticut State Head Coach Patrick Sellers talks about the Blue Devils upsets of Rutgers and Boston College, rebuilding the program and building his culture Around the Tri-State 28:00 Rutgers 36:00 Seton Hall 41:10 Iona 46:15 UConn 51:45 St. John’s

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Rangers Reboot: World Series Stars Adolis Garcia, Jonah Heim READY for Bargain HUNTERS to Grab 30:29

16d ago30:29

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Texas Rangers shake up MLB by letting ALCS MVP Adolis García, Jonah Heim, and Josh Sborz hit free agency just two years after their World Series heroics. Can bargain-hunting teams like the Miami Marlins, Pittsburgh Pirates, or even the West Sacramento A’s turn these proven postseason performers into comeback candidates? Your host Sully uncovers why…

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EXCLUSIVE: Did Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz’s Prop Bet Actions UNDERMINE MLB’s TRUST? | Plus The Rush to Las Vegas 31:28

17d ago31:28

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Baseball faces a new test as gambling scandals swirl around MLB. With Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz under indictment for prop bets, questions about the integrity of the game are intensifying. Paul Francis Sullivan examines how even small actions—one pitch, one call—can tip a tight game, referencing historic controversies from Pete Rose to the 1919 …

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Everything you need to know about Murakami, Imai and Okamoto + qualifying-offer surprises 1:41:12

18d ago1:41:12

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Every MLB offseason there seems to be a new Japanese baseball sensation set to take Major League Baseball by storm. With the arrivals of Roki Sasaki and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, teams are hoping to find similar superstars across the globe to help bolster their chances of bringing home a championship. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz an…

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Are Milwaukee Brewers Not Built for October or Was the NLCS LOSS the FINAL STRAW? | Chuck Friemund of Locked on Brewers Joins the Show 33:56

18d ago33:56

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Is Milwaukee destined for more October disappointment, or is 2025 the year they finally make a run? The 2025 Milwaukee Brewers season hinted at destiny, with 97 wins and a roster that captured hearts across Wisconsin. Yet, the postseason delivered a cold reality. October turned into heartbreak as four games in the NLCS erased a summer of hope, leav…

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Salman Rushdie's latest/Scandi noir/Australian crime fiction wrap & more... 54:37

19d ago54:37

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Short story collections reveal the fragile beauty of human experience in Salman Rushdie’s The Eleventh Hour, Liadan Ní Chuinn’s Everyone Still Here, Morgan Talty’s Night of the Living Rez, and Tony Birch’s Pictures of You. Then we shift gears and crank up the suspense with a look at some new crime fiction, including the icy new instalment in the ph…

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EXCLUSIVE: Locked On MLB Host Predicts Destinations for Top 25 Free Agents | Is Tucker SF Bound? 29:00

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Kyle Tucker to the San Francisco Giants? Pete Alonso leaving the Mets for Boston? Host Sully delivers his bold predictions for where MLB's top 25 free agents will land in the 2025 offseason, breaking down potential destinations for Tucker, Bo Bichette, Alex Bregman, and more. The analysis covers Josh Naylor's recent signing with the Seattle Mariner…

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EXCLUSIVE: Orioles GAMBLES on Taylor Ward While Angels Bet on Grayson Rodriguez's FOUR-YEAR Control 32:58

20d ago32:58

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Angels shock baseball world by trading Taylor Ward to Baltimore Orioles for injured starter Grayson Rodriguez. Does this signal a new era of smart roster management in Anaheim? The trade sends Ward's 36 home runs and 103 RBI to Baltimore while the Angels acquire four years of control over Rodriguez, who hasn't pitched since July due to elbow issues…

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Needs for every MLB team this offseason, big questions for free agents + Mariners bring back Josh Naylor 1:19:39

21d ago1:19:39

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With the General Manager Meetings all wrapped up, the groundwork is being laid for what is sure to be a busy offseason. After the Los Angeles Dodgers captured back-to-back World Series titles, teams are aiming to knock them off their throne and every club has needs to make that happen. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan S…

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Upstate Downed; Potentially Plundering? 46:43

21d ago46:43

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After the loss at Kent State, the Seahawks returned home with a gritty, culture win over USC Upstate!Uncle Bill and Brant discuss the winning plays from Christian May and Gavin Walsh in particular, as well as points on leadership, Madison Durr's unreal ability to get to the free throw line, and Patrick Wessler finding consistency in his new role.Wi…

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UConn has found its next great point guard in Silas Demary, Jr; Dylan Darling might be the key to St. John's success; This year Seton Hall rallies past Monmouth; Dylan Grant leads Rutgers over Lehigh; ... 42:34

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3:00 UConn beats BYU in Boston behind Silas Demary, Jr. 12:15 St. John's has found its PG in Dylan Darling 19:00 Seton Hall rallies past Monmouth 26:20 King Rice says Monmouth can win the CAA if their PG becomes eligible 29:20 Dylan Grant is a rising star at Rutgers 36:00 Dan Geriot and Iona are 3-o

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Josh Naylor Deal PROVES Seattle's Front Office Finally Understands Their Championship Window Is Now 32:37

23d ago32:37

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Seattle Mariners make the offseason's first major splash, locking up Josh Naylor with a five-year deal. Could this aggressive move signal a legitimate championship push in the AL West? Sully breaks down why the Mariners' early commitment to Naylor demonstrates serious intent, analyzing his clutch ALCS performance where he hit .417 with three home r…

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Judge edges out Raleigh and repeats as MVP with Ohtani, Skenes-Yankees report + Scott Boras at it again 1:21:03

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As the winners were announced for the end-of-year MLB awards, there weren’t many surprises regarding who would take home hardware this season. However, the one race everyone speculated about—the American League MVP—finally delivered an answer on Thursday night. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the ext…

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HISTORIC: Shohei Ohtani DOMINATES with Fourth MVP While Judge SURVIVES Close Vote Over Raleigh 26:21

26d ago26:21

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Aaron Judge edges Cal Raleigh in the closest American League MVP race in decades, winning by just four first-place votes. Two voters switching their ballots would have created baseball's first AL MVP tie ever. Judge dominated traditional stats—leading the league in batting average, home runs (53), RBIs, and OPS—while his "slump" months still produc…

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20 Minutes Good > 15 Minutes Bad? 41:04

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It was the best of times, it was the worst of times; Charles Dickens wrote that about UNCW's performance at Kent State, supposedly. Uncle Bill and Brant are on this mic this week for a nuanced discussion of the Seahawks' loss in Ohio on Monday night, which saw UNCW fall behind by 22 points before getting things in gear and fighting back. After a no…

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Tarik Skubal and Paul Skeens Represent Everything RIGHT and WRONG With Modern Baseball Management 31:12

26d ago31:12

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Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes claim 2025 Cy Young Awards, but their franchises face critical decisions that could define baseball's competitive landscape. The Detroit Tigers and Pittsburgh Pirates stand at crossroads with their ace pitchers. Skubal's unanimous AL victory and Skenes' dominant NL performance should spark championship ambitions, not tr…

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Fiction bending reality in new books by Thomas Pynchon, Olivia Laing and Jeanette Winterson 54:35

22d ago54:35

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This week, Cassie McCullagh and Jonathan Green take a look at Thomas Pynchon’s Shadow Ticket - a cryptic plunge into paranoia and power, where nothing is quite what it seems. Plus, Olivia Laing’s The Silver Book, a shimmering meditation on the cinema scene in 1970s Italy, and Jeanette Winterson’s One Aladdin Two Lamps, which re-imagines duality and…

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NJIT Coach Grant Billmeier on the Highlanders' buzzer-beating win over Loyola, MD, and NJIT's 2-1 start which also includes a win at Fordham. Plus how our Tri-State teams look in the first week: UConn ... 54:08

22d ago54:08

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2:30 Interview with NJIT Coach Grant Billmeier Around the Tri-State: 22:40 UConn 27:40 St. John’s vs Alabama 29:10 St. John’s 35:40 Seton Hall 42:00 Rutgers 47:00 Central Connecticut beats Boston College for the 1st Time

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Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt Win Manager of Year Again BUT Their Teams DESPERATELY Need Payroll Investment 31:33

28d ago31:33

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Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt claim Manager of the Year honors for the second straight season. But does their repeat victory expose a troubling pattern in baseball's competitive landscape? The Milwaukee Brewers posted the best regular season record in baseball despite bottom-tier payroll, while the Cleveland Guardians mounted a historic comeback from…

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Latest on MLB’s Gambling Scandal with Emmanuel Clase, Judge vs. Raleigh One More Time & Rookie of the Year Winners 1:14:28

28d ago1:14:28

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On Sunday, charges were announced stemming from alleged gambling misconduct involving Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz. Both pitchers have been charged with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy, among other charges, and each could face up to 65 years in prison. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Ja…

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REVEALED: Nick Kurtz and Drake Baldwin DOMINATE Rookie of the Year Voting | Will Sacramento Embrace Their Stars? 30:34

28d ago30:34

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Drake Baldwin and Nick Kurtz claim 2024 MLB Rookie of the Year honors, but their wins signal something bigger for the Braves and A's. Can these young stars anchor championship runs? Baldwin's .810 OPS and 19 home runs give Atlanta a foundational piece alongside Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson as new manager Walt Weiss takes over. Kurtz's unanimous …

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Can Score, Kent Defend? 43:42

26d ago43:42

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It feels like forever ago the Seahawks tipped off the 2025-26 season with a win over Mount Olive!Uncle Bill and TeacherBracket are here to break down the season-opening win, including a huge night for Big Pat Wessler, Madison Durr's attacking speed, Nolan Hodge's confidence, and what was up with that second half.Then, a look ahead to a great mid-ma…

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SCANDAL: Cleveland Guardians Pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz INDICTED in Gambling Scheme | Baseball's INTEGRITY at Stake 31:26

30d ago31:26

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Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz face indictment on gambling charges related to rigging pitch bets. Could this scandal rival the 1919 Black Sox? The episode examines why gambling poses a greater threat to baseball's integrity than performance-enhancing drugs, exploring how Clase's dominant regular season—just 5 earned runs…

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BREAKING: Japanese Superstar Munetaka Murakami POSTS for MLB Free Agency | Pirates and Marlins MUST Enter Bidding War 31:34

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Pittsburgh Pirates and Miami Marlins face a defining moment as Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami enters MLB free agency. While big-market teams like the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets circle, two unexpected contenders should make aggressive moves. The Pirates possess Paul Skenes , the National League's best pitcher and …

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The future of the Blue Jays after their World Series run, Rockies make a shocking hire + Good Bad Uggla returns 1:21:50

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When the Toronto Blue Jays went on their miracle postseason run that landed them just two outs shy of winning the World Series, very few believed they’d be in that position during the regular season. However, after falling just short of the ultimate goal, the question now remains: where do the Jays go from here? On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Ca…

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Will Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens Face Another Hall of Fame Rejection Or Get In Via Veterans' Vote? 30:30

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Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Alex Rodriguez deserve Hall of Fame induction. The hypocrisy? David Ortiz and Pudge Rodriguez are already enshrined despite PED connections. Host Sully breaks down the double standard plaguing Cooperstown, arguing that voter bias—not steroids—keeps certain players out while others slide through. The discussion covers…

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Madeleine Gray's Chosen Family + Chris Kraus and Graeme Macrae Burnet 54:37

1M ago54:37

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Stories of love, friendship, and the ties that bind - with a dash of dirt and darkness in three new works of fiction...Madeleine Gray's Chosen Family, a sharp exploration of friendship, love, and what it means to grow up when life gets messy; Chris Kraus' The Four Spent The Day Together, an autofiction-ish journey through a fractured America; and G…