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Applying for college is more complex and often times more confusing than it used to be. In addition, there are so many resources out there. How do you know which is the right one? The best one? Shouldn't everyone have access to the best information out there, regardless of price? That's what we believe! We believe in giving everyone their best chance by providing them with real insight from the college admissions industry. On this podcast, we share real and relevant topics in college admissi ...
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The Land Podcast is a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land. If you're interested in the pursuit of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals, then you're in the right place! Join Illinois licensed real estate broker Jake Hofer on his land journey and learn from some of the best in the land business along the way.
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Almost Cooperstown

Gordon Kolier & Mark Kolier

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We're a father & son who love to talk and argue about baseball! Baseball is the professional sport that has the longest history so there is a lot to talk about. We launched Almost Cooperstown noting that baseball contains a long history of players that, for whatever reasons, have been shunned by the electors of the Hall of Fame. Consequently here are many 'Almost' players still waiting their turn for induction. With less than 1.5% of the now more than 23,000 players in the HOF, we feel there ...
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Send us a text #Yankees Aaron Judge is now on pace for 56 home runs which would surprise exactly nobody! Judge also has a #MLB leading 39 RBIs which over 162 games would be 156 RBIs. That hasn't been done since A-Rod did it for those same Yankees in 2007. But the real question is can Judge maintain his +.400 batting average? Doubtful but fun to wat…
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Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Chris Duncan, a multifaceted individual who wears ma…
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Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we're exploring the intriguing increase of bobcats in north-central regions, chatting wi…
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Send us a text It was more fun talking about This Week in Baseball goings-on since #MLB team captains are kinda unimportant. A vestige of 19th century baseball, there are only three team captains in the Majors today. # Yankees Aaron Judge #Royals Salvador Perez, & #Rangers Marcus Semien. Why aren't there more? We dive into that thought in this week…
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Send us a text #Pirates rookie 27 YO Matt Gorski hit a home run in his first #MLB at-bat this week! But maybe #Dbacks Eugenio Suarez outdid him by clubbing 4 home runs in a game versus the #Braves, that Arizona ended up losing! Are the #Giants & #Tigers built for the long haul? Is #Yankees Paul Goldschmidt really back in HOF form? We cover the big …
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Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, Dive deep into the world of land investment and whitetail management with seasoned exper…
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Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we dive into a dynamic conversation with land expert Skip Sligh on the Land Podcast. Fro…
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Send us a text About 1/8th of the season is past so you can pretty much take #MLB player stats and multiply by eight. Tyler Soderstrom of the #athletics s is not going to hit 72 home runs. But #yankees Aaron Judge could definitely finish with 56 or more homers. Umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was taken out by a line drive foul ball last week in the #Mets…
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Send us a text #Angels in first place is something we did not expect. Mike Trout leading the #AL in homers is not as shock but that he has 6 HRs and 10 hits is at least surprising! The #Tigers are in 1st place as are #Yankees, #Padres, #Cubs w #Mets & #Phillies tied for 1st place in the #NLEast as of Sunday morning. Justin Steele may have an injury…
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Dive deep into Richard Rappley's exciting journey toward buying his first farm, insider tips from NRCS work, and turkey hunting tales, all with a side of conservation chat. Get inspired by Richard's hands-on approach to wildlife habitat and how it may kindle your homesteading ambitions. Don't miss savvy insights on CRP programs and heritage tree hu…
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Send us a text Baseball movies are rarer than they used to be. Has there been a great one that you love in the past 10 years? Gordon and Mark participated in a roundtable with 4 other baseball writers/podcasters/personalities - Vince Wetzel (author of "Lose Yourself" and a past Almost Cooperstown guest, Scott Bolohan (host of the Twin Bill podcast …
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Dive into the vibrant world of Iowa's land market with Jim, the land appraiser with a finger on the pulse of agricultural and recreational property trends. From soaring sales to the curious case of sealed bid auctions, this episode offers a deep plow into what makes the heartland's soil sell. Plus, a sneak peek at forecasting the land's financial f…
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Send us a text The #Dodgers finally lost & #Braves finally won. Yet it's the #Giants who are in 1st place in the NL West. #Padres also lost but still are off to a great start. #Cubs are looking good as are #Phillies who beat L.A. 2 out of 3 this weekend. #Mets bullpen is over-performing but they will take it for now. #D'backs have good news and bad…
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Dive into a remarkable story of passion and strategic moves with Mark & Karissa Foster— a couple who bought land before their own home, uprooted from NJ to pursue their love for the land and whitetails in IA, and navigated property investments with the heart of true enthusiasts. Their journey is as inspiring as it is savvy, and it's right here for …
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Send us a text It's not really been a week in baseball but the Dodgers & Cubs have played 5 games now (Dodgers have won them all and are on a path to be undefeated) so that's close to a week. There are no narratives written in March for MLB teams. That goes for April too although teams will be almost 30 games into the season when April ends. #Yanke…
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In this episode, tune in to this new first-time land buyer! Wesley shares his entire thought process of making the plunge into the land market. Dealing with higher interest rates Negotiating a deal! Doing your homework to have a competitive advantage! And Much More https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com Use code 'HOFER' to save 10% off at www.thepr…
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Send us a text As we launch our 6th season of Almost Cooperstown podcasts we start by saying thank you to our listeners and viewers. 280 episodes in the can and still going strong! Thank you for liking to hear and watch us talk about our favorite thing - baseball! We go division by division picking all 30 teams in order of finish. It's a long episo…
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Send us a text Author of 19 books, Keith O'Brien grew up in Cincinnati and had a front row seat to much of Pete Rose's career. Keith's 2024 book "Charlie Hustle" won awards from the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and The New Yorker. We both enjoyed the book immensely and recommend it highly. Pete Rose was addicted to gambling, something he fi…
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Join us for an evocative journey with a seasoned landowner as we delve into an emotionally charged history of farming trials, pivotal life decisions, and ultimately, the redemption and prosperity found in agricultural life. This is a tale of family, persistence, and the enduring value of land. • Journey of buying, losing, and rebuying farmland • Th…
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Send us a text Even before Judge Kennesaw Mountain Landis banned eight #Whitesox players for their attempted fix of the 1919 World Series, players had been banned, blacklisted and banished from baseball mostly for trying to fix games but not always. Once Commissioner Landis was given the job and power to kick players and people out of baseball he u…
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Dive into the curious parallels between pediatric dentistry and buying land as Dr. Casey, a Missouri-based dentist, shares his meticulous process of acquiring his first farm. Hear about his tactics, real-estate insights, and the blend of hustle and patience needed in today's land market. • Chewing the Land Fat: A Dentist's Journey into Farm Ownersh…
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Send us a text #Yankees Giancarlo Stanton is injured. Again. This time it is tennis elbow in both elbows! #Mets FA acquisition Nick Madrigal is doing his Jed Lowrie imitation as he's out for the season before it ever started! Injuries are part of the game but you hope to get through Spring Training! Max Scherzer is not thrilled with ABS testing so …
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Dive into a world where passions collide: hunting and land ownership. Get inspired as Bobby unveils the secret to life's true riches—relationships and experiences—all wrapped up in the thrill of investing and the love for the land! Discover how an attorney turned his passion for hunting into a strategic play at lifelong happiness and fiscal success…
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Send us a text Alex Bregman homered in his first Spring Training game for #redsox. He also went 3-3. #Mets Juan Soto went oppo toco deep in his first AB with his new team. #yankees Aaron Boone got a contract extension and Giancarlo Stanton has tennis elbow. In both elbows? Frankie Montas now of the Mets is injured. Justin Turner goes to #Cubs. Does…
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As more teens prepare to go to college this summer, the importance of what qualities students should develop in high school so that they can thrive in college is ever important. Join Mark and Anna as they speak with Carol Ben-Davies from College Bound Determination as she shares her decades of experience working with students at top universities on…
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Dive into a blend of habitat insights and land market trends with Steve Hanson on the Land Podcast. From electric fences to auction tactics, Steve shares a treasure trove of expertise that can transform your hunting game and investment strategies. Catch real-life stories and pro tips that'll make you a land connoisseur in no time! • Steve's approac…
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Send us a text There was enough news for us to talk about what went on this week. Alex Bregman #redsox was the biggest player news. #Angels Rendon is out of action for the season. Again. Before it even started! Who will be the dark horse teams in #MLB 2025? How about caps for the HOF inductees? Is C.C. really a #Yankees player? Then there's the Dea…
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In this episode, we sit down with Lynne Peeples, a distinguished science journalist and author of "THE INNER CLOCK," to delve into the fascinating world of circadian rhythms and sleep. Lynne shares her journey of writing the book, emphasizing the importance of understanding our internal clocks. Lynne discusses optimal sleep and wake times, cultural…
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Dive into the life of Kansas farmer Brady Dean as he shares his inspiring journey from a first-time land buyer to a proud owner of his dream farm. With an uncommon take on agriculture, Brady discusses leveraging FSA loans, creating successful land ownership strategies, and setting goals early. Tune in for a mix of wisdom, challenges, and triumphs i…
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Send us a text Well here we are with spring training at hand as pitchers & catchers are reporting for #Cubs today. Other teams will follow shortly. Football season is over and baseball is on the way! How did the NL teams offseason go? #Dodgers, #Giants and #Mets were noisy. #Reds have Terry Francona at the helm. #Padres are puzzling. #Dbacks are dy…
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Gain insights into successful real estate navigation and investment strategies as Spook Span shares his experiences during the 2008 financial crisis. Discover how to leverage unique opportunities, explore land-buying tactics, and understand the importance of timing and market knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this epis…
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Send us a text #MLB Pitchers and catchers report in about 10 days. So officially baseball winter is over as the sound of balls hitting gloves is imminent! Watching video of #Rangers Jacob DeGrom is compelling and full of promise! The fate of the team is likely tied to how DeGrom pitches in 2025 and how much! We talk about the American League teams …
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Send us a text Dan was not the voter who didn't vote for Ichiro. But we all wish we knew who it was! For the 3rd straight year Dan joined the podcast to discuss the final HOF voting. He voted for Bobby Abreu, Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones, Manny Ramirez, Alex Rodriguez, CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki, Chase Utley, and Billy Wagner. 9 in total and we dis…
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Send us a text #pirates and #whitesox Smoky Burgess had a pretty good career with a career OPS+ of 116. But he's third all-time in pinch hits and was a beloved player at the end of his career. We talk about the changes in pinch hitting and why all-time pinch hitting records are likely safe! Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! …
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Dive into Troy Dietterich's inspiring journey from purchasing his first house at 20 to becoming a savvy landowner in one of Pennsylvania's priciest counties. Discover the hurdles and triumphs of securing a dream property – including navigating conservation easements and harnessing financial wisdom. Plus, get a peek into organic food plotting and th…
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Send us a text As Director of Product Adam has been part of Sports-Reference for a long time. Keeping Baseball -Reference.com fresh, being part of the addition of Football, Basketball, (both college and pro), and hockey has proven to be groundbreaking. Adam has also worked on bringing in Negro League player data into BR. We talk Hall of Fame (Adam …
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Send us a text We don't know about you, but we forget things that happened during a baseball season even when it was LAST season! Sure the #dodgers beat #yankees in the #worldseries but besides Shohei and Aaron Judge, and Skubal, Sale and Skenes, there still were a lot of interesting and even amazing things that happened. We discuss the four no-hit…
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Dive into Matt Daniels' thrilling chase to reclaim the legacy of a 200-inch typical buck shot by his dad in a tale twisting through the antler underworld. Join the rollercoaster of rediscovery, from a teen's mission to Bass Pro Shops' vault and the heartwarming conclusion of a family's hunting heritage. https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com/ USE C…
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Send us a text Founded in 1901, the AL contains teams like #Yankees and #RedSox who have an epic list in their top 5 for players hitting home runs while a member of the franchise. Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Lou Gehrig, Jimmie Foxx, Mickey Mantle, David "Big Papi' Ortiz, Jim Rice, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra are all in their teams top 5. All are HOFer.. …
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Send us a text Who are the home run leaders while wearing a team's uniform? Sounded like a interesting episode topic but then Rickey Henderson so sadly and suddenly passed away at age 65. Rickey's 66th birthday would have been on Christmas this Wednesday. With 1,406 stolen bases Rickey doesn't only have the most stolen bases in one season, or in a …
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In this episode, Dace Hartman shares his land-buying journey. Dace comes from a finance background and shares the mental hurdles of justifying land purchase. Listen in as he shares: • Tips for affording land • Weighing investment risks • Benefits of owning land • Family joy in property • Auction strategy insights https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.…
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Send us a text Steve Phillips has been a radio personality for 20 years starting not long after his time his time as GM for our #mets. Steve brought in Mike Piazza who had the biggest non-playoff home run in Mets history - until this year maybe? Today Steve hosts 'The Leadoff Spot' on Sirius/XM radio weekdays from 7-10AM. Steve also broadcasts some…
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Send us a text How about the #Giants finally getting their man in Willy Adames. But it was a big price to pay. Clay Holmes to the #mets as a starter? Luis Severino to Sacramento is a big deal for the franchise formerly known as the #athletics who seem like they will eventually move to Vegas. Frankie Montas to the Mets was the reason Severino headed…
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Send us a text Having worked with HOFer Roland Hemond with the Chicago #whitesox, Dan Evans took on the job of rebuilding the #dodgers in 2001. He was there for four seasons and had a winning season each year before being fired with almost 200 others. The Dodgers went 71-91 the next season and Dan tells us it did not bother him a bit! Dodgers GM fr…
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Send us a text Why aren't more teams on #MLB free agent Juan Soto? They make plenty of money but are afraid. Afraid even though they are increasing franchise value and have more revenue streams than ever before. Teams should be spending more on Free Agents. We tell you which ones. Which teams should be spending more period? After Juan Soto signs wh…
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Dive into Joe Sprout's rollercoaster ride through real estate highs and lows! This episode unpacks his daring land investments, creative Airbnb ventures, and close encounters with bucks. With candid chats about overcoming fraud to remote land management, it's a treasure trove of lessons for aspiring landowners and hunting enthusiasts. Tune in for s…
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Send us a text 79/113/122 those are the numbers representing the amount of days until pitchers & catchers report, #Dodgers #Cubs opening games in Tokyo March 18, and the REAL opening day on March 27. MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year were all awarded. There were exactly ZERO surprises. Guess that's but it's also kind of bor…
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Send us a text Baseball fans may have heard the story that Stan Musial began his career in baseball as a pitcher/outfielder. A shoulder injury forced him to become a hitter and outfielder full-time for which #MLB is forever grateful. Stan-the-Man had 3,630 hits - the same 1,815 hits at home as he had on the road! He missed only one season due to WW…
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Send us a text Japanese sensation 23-year-old Roki Sasaki wants to play #MLB. He finally got Chibu to allow him to have that opportunity. Yoshinobu Yamamoto showed the #Dodgers that top-tier NPB pitchers can dominate in the Majors. Gerrit Cole thought about leaving the #Yankees and then thought the better of it. We didn't discuss Shohei Ohtani's su…
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