Best Scott MacArthur Podcasts (2025)

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DAAAA YANKEES LOSE 53:39

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The pure fun of playing a kid’s game has returned to the Blue Jays dugout and clubhouse. Griff and Mal discuss the unique post-game speech from manager John Schneider after beating the evil empire Yankees and enjoy the ever-more-unique Vlad Guerrero Jr.’s performance with Big Papi, David Ortiz, playing off of broadcaster John Sterling’s famous “Th-…

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JTP: ALCS Bound, Bullpen Delivers & Clutch Lukes! 1:39:52

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Game 4, where John Schneider and his staff masterfully planned their bullpen day and big hits by Nathan Lukes, Ernie Clement, George Springer and Myles Straw paced Toronto to a win. Afterwards, the Athletic's Ian O’Connor (31:27) reflects on the Yankees’ season and the questions facing their franchise. Blake and J…

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Beyond Joan of Arc and Agincourt: How the 100 Years War Crushed Medieval Europe and Launched its Global Order 58:41

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Modern France and Britain were forged in the fires of the Hundred Years War, a century-long conflict that produced deadly English longbowmen, Joan of Arc’s heavenly visions, and a massive death toll from Scotland to the Low Countries. The traditional beginning and end of the Hundred Years' War are conventionally marked by the start of open conflict…

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Start Spreading the News: Jays Punch Ticket to ALCS 1:06:43

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-2 win over the Yankees as they are headed to the ALCS for the first time since 2016! They take your calls, and get to the sparkling bullpen day - how impressive were the moves John Schneider made to prevent any Yankees rallies from beginning? They get into the performances from each of the rel…

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JTP: Lost Lead, Pulling Bieber & Pat Borders 1:39:57

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap last night’s loss to the Yankees, including the decision to pull Shane Bieber, Aaron Judge’s ridiculous swing on his 3-run homer and more. Afterwards, Fangraphs’ Jay Jaffe (31:06) breaks down the recent success of the Yankees’ bullpen and the increased use of relievers in playoff games. The Score’s Jonah Birenbaum…

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Jays Blow Five-Run Lead, Yankees Force Game Four 36:50

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JTP: Bieber on the Hill, Vladdy’s Composure & Game 3 1:39:54

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Reverse Ellis Island: American Migrants Who Fought for Mussolini and Built Stalin’s USSR 38:33

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By History Unplugged

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JTP: What A Weekend, Yesavage Dominance & Vladdy Plakata’s 1:39:56

2d ago1:39:56

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Jays Rock Yankees in Toronto, Grab 2-0 Series Lead in ALDS 50:25

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 13-7 win over the Yankees as Toronto takes a 2-0 series lead in the ALDS! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Trey Yesavage, who struck out 11 without allowing a hit over 5.1 IP in a historic start for a rookie - why did the Yankees have nothing against him? Was it the right move fo…

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Game Won: Jays Crush Yankees in ALDS Opener 56:04

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 10-1 win over the Yankees in Game 1 of the ALDS at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the late offensive explosion - how important were those late-game swings from Nathan Lukes and Andrés Giménez? They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smashing his first career posts…

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JTP: Yankees Preview, Roster Questions & Joba Chamberlain 1:39:55

6d ago1:39:55

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Keegan Matheson to discuss Game 3 between Boston and New York, the Yankees’ matchup and roster questions facing John Schneider to prepare for the Bronx Bombers (33:13). Afterwards, 2009 World Series Champion Joba Chamberlain (51:09) breaks down Cam Schlittler’s huge Game 3 performance, New York’s roster, a…

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The Blue Jays and Yankees Tale of the Tape 1:08:27

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The upcoming ’25 ALDS features the two best teams from the AL East, the toughest division in baseball. Mal and Griff compare the Jays and Yankee rosters in six categories, including the leadership standoff between managers John Schneider and Aaron Boone. In addition, they review and preview the rest of the MLB field that has assembled on the Octobe…

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JTP: Kevin Pillar, Roy Wood Jr., & the Jays’ Pitching Rotation 1:39:54

7d ago1:39:54

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Joe Siddall to discuss the Blue Jays’ rotation, the benefits of intrasquad games, and Toronto heading into the postseason. Afterwards, The Score’s Brandon Wile (31:39) previews Game 3 between the Red Sox and Yankees. Afterwards, comedian Roy Wood Jr. (51:10) joins to break down the Cubs ahead of Game 3 vs.…

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Don’t Use Rome as a Model of Why Societies Collapse; Use Crime Syndicates and Somalia Instead 49:42

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12,000 years ago, human history changed forever when the egalitarian groups of hunter-gathering humans began to settle down and organize themselves into hierarchies. The few dominated the many, seizing control through violence. What emerged were “Goliaths”: large societies built on a collection of hierarchies that are also terrifyingly fragile, col…

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Season 6, Episode 8: The Mirage of the Ancient: Eastern Orthodoxy and Tradition with Austin Brown 32:10

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Welcome back to The Perspectivalist. I’m your host, Uri Brito, joined again by my good friend Austin Brown. Our goal is simple: to think more clearly as Christians with Scripture as our starting point. In today’s episode, we continue our series on the psychology of conversion, turning our focus to Eastern Orthodoxy. We’ll discuss the challenges of …

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JTP: Tom Henke, Chris Colabello & Red Sox or Yankees? 1:39:57

8d ago1:39:57

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by former Blue Jays pitcher Tom Henke to discuss the runs in the early 90’s and watching Toronto become baseball crazy. Former Blue Jay Chris Colabello (24:59) discusses finding calm in pressure situations and the 2015 Blue Jays. Afterwards, Fangraphs’ Ben Clemens (51:24) bounces around the wild matchups. Las…

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JTP: Building Toronto’s ALDS Roster & Wild Card Preview 1:39:55

8d ago1:39:55

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Foul Territory’s Erik Kratz and Mike Petriello in the first hour to preview the Wild Card Series and discuss the Blue Jays heading into the postseason. Afterwards, Mike Petriello (26:41) joins the show to tee up the start of the MLB Postseason. Later, Ben Nicholson-Smith (49:59) comes in-studio to break do…

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A Union General Found a Loophole in the Fugitive Slave Act, Causing 1 Million Slaves to Flee North 45:21

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After the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act in 1850, enslaved people feared running away to the North, as their return was mandated, and they faced brutal punishment or even death upon return to deter others from escaping. But that changed during the Civil War. Black slaves in Confederate Virginia began hearing rumors that they could receive their …

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The Jays Are AL East Champions + Wild Card Preview 17:40

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On this special solo edition of Exit Philosophy, the Blue Jays simply did what they had to do to win the AL East, knowing the powerful Yankees were likely to run the table against the O’s and the White Sox. The team concept of this group of Jays has likely made them the first No. 1 AL seed in years that other wouldn’t mind facing in a 5 or 7-game s…

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JTP: Blue Jays Crowned in the East + October Questions, October Answers 1:39:55

10d ago1:39:55

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz celebrate the Blue Jays clinching the AL East and the top seed, discussing the atmosphere at Rogers Centre and the team's identity. They cover Alejandro Kirk's adjustment, the bullpen's performance, and Trey Yesavage's rise, alongside the impact of the bye on the rotation and health strategy (26:18). Sportsnet’s Chris B…

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Captain Kirk, Jays Clinch Division + Top Seed in American League w/ Blowout Win 1:19:25

11d ago1:19:25

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' season finale, a 13-4 blowout win over the Rays to clinch both the AL East and the top seed in the American League! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Alejandro Kirk leading the team with six RBI, including a grand slam in the first inning - how important is his resurgence going in…

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Trey Day Goes Jays Way as Game 162 Awaits 1:07:11

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Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 5-1 win over the Rays to set up Game 162 - win, and Toronto will clinch the American League East! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Trey Yesavage coming through for his first major league win - how impressive is it that the rookie shut down the Rays in such an important game? Where (…

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Lukes Drives in Three, Jays Beat Rays in Series Opener 31:09

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-2 win over the Rays to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get to the big night from Nathan Lukes, who clobbered a two-run bomb that held up as the game-winner - how important is it to get contributions from the two-hole again? They get into Jeff Hoffman'…

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JTP: Huge W, Lauer Power & Weekend Preview 1:39:43

13d ago1:39:43

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the win vs. the Red Sox, where Louis Varland and Eric Lauer held things down, and the bats woke up in the 6th. MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch (30:25) joins to preview the Yankees ahead of their series vs. the Orioles. Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi (50:30) describes the atmosphere around the team after the win, Daulton Varsho respo…

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Jays Bullpen, Varsho Thump Red Sox in Series Finale 34:34

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the Red Sox in the series finale! They take your calls and texts, and they get into the Jays bullpen who completed six perfect innings - what was clicking for Louis Varland, Eric Lauer, and the rest of the relievers tonight? Plus, they discuss Daulton Varsho smashing a grand slam, G…

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The Stagger into October 1:01:25

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The playoff-bound Blue Jays were once riding high atop the AL East, but a punchless 10-day spiral, a combination of frustration, panic, tough calls and poor internal decisions, now sees them tied with the confident Yankees heading to the Final Four games. Decisions like Berrios to the bullpen, Bieber pushed back a day, Bassitt to the IL, Manoah cut…

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JTP: It’s Time to Get Nervous & Tigers Might Blow It 1:39:54

14d ago1:39:54

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Max Scherzer’s rough first inning, John Schneider’s comments postgame, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s recent struggles and the decision to have a bullpen day and push Shane Bieber’s start back to Friday. Afterwards, Hannah Keyser (31:38) discusses the MLB's implementation of the ABS Challenge System in 2026 and new rules…

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The Civil War’s Brutal Finale: A War of Attrition as Terrible as WW2-Pacific and the Napoleonic Wars 47:55

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In 1864, the American Civil War reached a critical juncture with Ulysses S. Grant’s Overland Campaign, including the brutal battles of the Wilderness and Spotsylvania, which claimed over 60,000 casualties, surpassing Gettysburg as the Americas’ deadliest clash. Abraham Lincoln faced a contentious re-election against George B. McClellan, while Confe…

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Jays Melt Down in Series Loss vs. Red Sox 38:39

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-1 loss vs. the Red Sox to lose the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to another game with a startling lack of offence - what can be gleaned from this extended slump after the bats were hot for most of the year? They discuss the Yankees dispatching the White Sox t…

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JTP: Need More Hits & What’s Happening in Cleveland? 1:39:53

15d ago1:39:53

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the loss to the Red Sox, where Toronto couldn’t drive in runs, and George Springer had a clear double called foul. They also discuss the surprising decision to DFA Alek Manoah. Afterwards, MassLive’s Chris Cotillo (31:28) joins to break down what’s gone into the Red Sox’s turnaround, the team’s pitching behind Gar…

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AL East Lead Narrows as Jays Lose to Red Sox + End of the Manoah Era 37:30

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-1 loss vs. the Red Sox to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to the lack of offence - what's going on? They also discuss some suspect umpire decisions that contributed to the loss, and get into the Yankees' walk-off win over the White Sox as the divi…

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JTP: B.J. Ryan, Roster Decisions & Jonathan Papelbon 1:39:56

16d ago1:39:56

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by 2007 World Series champion Jonathan Papelbon to discuss Boston’s starting rotation and the keys to relief pitching when you don’t have your best stuff. The Athletic’s C. Trent Rosecrans (26:47) talks about the surprising Cincinnati Reds, who’ve found themselves in a playoff spot as the Mets snowball. Sport…

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Camp David Looks Like a 1970s Lakeside Retreat. Why is it the Site of the World’s Biggest Political Summits? 41:42

17d ago41:42

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Camp David, nestled in Maryland’s Catoctin Mountains, spans about 125 acres, making it significantly smaller than other presidential getaways like Lyndon B. Johnson’s sprawling 2,700-acre Texas ranch or the vast 1,000-acre Bush family compound in Kennebunkport, Maine. Compared to grand diplomatic venues like the White House or international summit …

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JTP: The Blue Jays Have Clinched 1:39:51

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekend’s action, where the Blue Jays finally clinched a playoff spot. They also look at the math for Toronto to clinch the A.L. East. Afterwards, Chad Jennings (31:49) of The Athletic discusses the playoff races heading into the final week of the regular season. Afterwards, Sportsnet’s Ben Shulman (51:56) tal…

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Jays Grab 90th Win, Clinch Playoff Spot vs. Royals 54:54

17d ago54:54

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Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 8-5 win over the Royals to officially punch their ticket to the 2025 MLB Playoffs! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the team's champagne-soaked celebrations - even with the division title still ahead, how great is it to see the team clinch a playoff spot just a year after fin…

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Jays Bats Stay Silent in Fourth Straight Loss 46:49

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Sho Alli and Jesse Rubinoff break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 loss vs. the Royals to lose the series in Kansas City. They take your calls and texts, and get right to another game where the bats were completely shut down - what gives? Is more needed from not just Vladimir Guerrero Jr., but George Springer, Alejandro Kirk, and the rest of the order? They…

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Scherzer Shelled by Royals, Jays Blown Out in Series Opener 36:30

18d ago36:30

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Jeff Blair breaks down the Blue Jays' 20-1 loss vs. the Royals in Kansas City to open the final road series of the regular season. He takes your calls and texts, and discusses the tough start from Max Scherzer - should he no longer be considered for a playoff rotation, or should he get a few more shots? He gets into the lack of offence - outside of…

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JTP: Run Production Lacking, Ohtani & Ryan Spilborghs 1:39:54

20d ago1:39:54

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Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet’s Chris Black to discuss Toronto’s depth and why they struggled to hit against the Rays. Afterwards, Joon Lee (30:22) joins to discuss the experiences of Dodgers Stadium, commonalities between the best teams in the MLB and more. Following that, Ryan Spilborghs (50:23) of Apple TV pops in to talk his concerns abou…

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The Evil Empire North 1:08:32

21d ago1:08:32

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The new hate-on between Blue Jays and Yankees fans began with a catty observation by YES broadcaster Michael Kay and intensified lately with a calculated response from Buck Martinez questioning the Bronx Bombers. On this edition of Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal discuss the role of Trey Yesavage, the future of Bo and Santander, the new leader in th…

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Jays Drop Finale vs. Rays, Leave Florida w/ Series Split 52:12

20d ago52:12

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 4-0 loss in the series finale vs. the Rays. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the lack of offence against Shane Baz - is this just a blip or are there larger trends to be worried about? Is there concern about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? They discuss Chris Bassitt' 4.1 IP allowing three…

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JTP: Another Gausman Gem, the Yesavage Plan & 2012 Blue Jays Stories 1:39:39

21d ago1:39:39

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz open the show recapping Kevin Gausman’s outing, highlighting his consistency over the second half of the season and his dominance in September. Also, they touch on Toronto’s difficulty creating traction at the plate. Afterwards, Adam Darowski (30:55), Executive Director of Design at Sports Reference, discusses the devel…

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How British Scientists' Self-Experiments on Underwater Rebreathing Created D-Day Submarine Tech (And Nearly Killed Them in the Process) 53:29

22d ago53:29

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In August 1942, over 7,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, in a largely forgotten landing, with only a small fraction surviving unscathed. The raid failed due to poor planning and lack of underwater reconnaissance, which left the Allies unaware of strong German coastal defenses and underwater obstacles. Inadequate submersible…

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Jays Bats Shut Down by Rays in Tampa 31:25

20d ago31:25

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 loss vs. the Rays in the third game of this four-game series in Florida. They take your calls and texts, and discuss the Jays offence - after just four hits and a walk, was this a result of poor swing decisions, or does Rays starter Ian Seymour deserve more credit? Plus, they get into the si…

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JTP: Too Much Interference, Playoff Lineups & Jake Peavy 1:39:59

22d ago1:39:59

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the fan interference rulings last night, Jose Berrios’ rough outing, Jeff Hoffman finding a way and more. Afterwards, Toronto Blue Jays Program Manager Geoff Seto (35:34) discusses the 2025 Canadian Futures Showcase and its value to Canadian baseball players. Following that, MLB.com’s Keegan Matheson (50:30) bre…

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The Home Run That Wasn't: Jays Survive Review, Win Sixth Straight 32:47

23d ago32:47

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 6-5 win over the Rays to ensure at least a series split in the four-game series down in Florida! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the review of a Brandon Lowe home run and whether or not there was fan interference - did MLB blow this one? They discuss Nathan Lukes righting that w…

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JTP: Savage Yesavage Debut, Fisher Mania & LaTroy Hawkins 1:39:50

23d ago1:39:50

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Trey Yesavage’s incredible outing, Braydon Fisher coming up clutch and more. Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith (28:03) weighs in on Yesavage, his deployment plan for the rest of the season and the remaining games. MLB Network’s Jon Morosi (50:21) talks Yesavage, Bo Bichette and bounces around the MLB. Lastly, former…

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Over 200,000 Allied Troops Tried and Failed to Crush the Soviet Revolution After World War One 41:20

24d ago41:20

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The Allied Intervention into the Russian Civil War remains one of the most ambitious yet least talked about military ventures of the 20th century. Coinciding with the end of the first World War, some 180,000 troops from several countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Japan, Italy, Greece, Poland, and Romania, among others…

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Yesavage Carves Rays in MLB Debut, Jays Grab Extra Innings Win 24:54

24d ago24:54

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 extra innings win over the Rays to open the four-game series in Florida! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the dazzling debut of Trey Yesavage - how impressive was his first start on an MLB mound? What could the short-term future hold for him? They also discuss George Springer…

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JTP: Happy Trey Day, Sweeping the O’s & Casey Candaele 1:39:55

24d ago1:39:55

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Julia Kreuz and Sho Alli discuss the news of Trey Yesavage starting on Monday night and the Blue Jays keeping their foot on the gas and sweeping the Orioles. Rays broadcaster Neil Solondz (29:51) comes by to provide the state of the Rays. Bisons manager Casey Candaele (50:52) breaks down Trey Yesavage’s pitch mix, his personality and unique deliver…