Best Scott MacArthur Podcasts (2025)

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JTP: The Hoffman Dilemma & Intriguing Prospects 1:39:55

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekend series vs. the White Sox and how things unravelled for Jeff Hoffman on Sunday. They also take your texts regarding the chances Toronto can win the AL East and the state of the starting rotation (30:51). Jeremy Maschino joins (51:06) to discuss his Pitch Profiler database, why Brendan Little’s stuff wor…

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Hoffman Blown Up Late, Jays Lose Series vs. White Sox 56:52

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Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 4-2 defeat at the hands of the White Sox to wrap up a series loss in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to the questions on everyone's mind: what's up with Jeff Hoffman? Can the Jays afford to keep him in the closer role? Should Yariel Rodríguez see more save opportunities? When is…

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Berríos Shoves vs. White Sox, Jays Even Series in Toronto 48:37

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Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 7-1 win over the White Sox to even the series at one game apiece in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to José Berríos allowing just one unearned run and two hits over 7.2 IP - how needed was this after his last outing? Would Berríos be the guy to get Game 1 if the playoffs w…

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Jays Blown Out by White Sox in Series Opener 35:42

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-1 loss vs. the White Sox to begin a three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and discuss what they saw from Spencer Turnbull - will he see another start as a Blue Jay if Max Scherzer returns in the next week? They chat about the outfield defence looking somewhat suspect in…

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JTP: Gausman’s June Struggles & State of the White Sox 1:39:57

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the loss to the Diamondbacks and what Kevin Gausman is struggling with in June. Jorge Castillo (30:57) discusses the Yankees’ struggles at the plate and Giancarlo Stanton’s return. Afterwards, James Fegan (50:13) updates on where the Chicago White Sox stand as they open a 3-game series vs. the Blue Jays. In the fi…

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Gausman Gets Thumped, Jays Drop Series Finale vs. Diamondbacks 48:50

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 9-5 loss vs. the Diamondbacks to wrap up the series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the seven earned runs allowed in 4.1 IP by Kevin Gausman - after a number of tough results in short order, what do the Jays do with Gausman going forward? They also get into the two h…

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JTP: Top 3 Smashing, Jays’ MLB Ready Prospects & Tim Kurkjian 1:39:51

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Bo Bichette, Addison Barger, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. guiding the Blue Jays to another win vs. the Diamondbacks, and Eric Lauer making a claim for a starting pitching spot. Michael Rosen (30:53) discusses why changeups are weird. Geoff Pontes (51:00) breaks down Toronto’s most MLB-ready prospects and guys that ar…

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Exploring the Wreckage of the Britannic (the Titanic’s Sister Ship) and Discovering Why It Sunk in 50 Minutes 48:25

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The RMS Titanic is history’s most famous shipwreck, but it wasn’t the only ship of its kind. The White Star Line built two other nearly identical vessels: The RMS Olympic and Britannic. The Olympic carried passengers until 1935 and can be visited today. The Brittanic sank only four years after her sister ship the Titanic off the Greek island of Kea…

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It's Lauer Hour as Jays Crush Diamondbacks to Win Series 27:50

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-1 win over the Diamondbacks to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the production from the top of the order, as Bo Bichette, Addison Barger, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. all look revitalized - will this continue? Should Jeff get onboard the Barger train? T…

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JTP: A Walk-Off, Madison Shipman In-Studio & Clinton Yates 1:39:51

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Madison Shipman (36:47) in-studio to discuss Addison Barger’s walk-off, Bo Bichette’s dinger, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shifting to the 3rd spot and women’s softball. Mike Petriello (50:30) joins to break down Barger’s swing and how Rafael Devers will fare in San Francisco. Lastly, Clinton Yates (1:17:56) talk…

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Bo, Barger Blast Back-to-Back Bombs in Walk-off Win 24:11

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 walk-off win over the Diamondbacks to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the ninth-inning heroics of Bo Bichette and Addison Barger, as they both crushed home runs off Shelby Miller in the win. What's the ceiling for a player like Barger? …

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JTP: Back-End Starters, Ohtani on the Mound & State of D-Backs 1:39:40

7d ago1:39:40

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Shi Davidi to discuss Max Scherzer’s Triple-A outing, what the Blue Jays will do with their 4th and 5th starters and more. Dan Syzmborski (31:16) talks Shohei Ohtani’s outing. Anthony Castrovince (50:42) gives his perspective from the MLB combine and Rafael Devers getting traded to the Giants. Lastly, Stev…

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The Battle of Nomonhan/Khalkhin Gol - Episode 507 1:21:29

7d ago1:21:29

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This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall dig into a little-known event that had massive implications on the future progression of the Pacific War. In 1939, the renegade Japanese Kwangtung Army decided, on their own, to launch an offensive against Soviet and Mongolian forces near the small village of Nomonhan. Initial Japanese successes were …

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Did Tariffs Make America a Manufacturing Powerhouse Or Trigger Economic Misery and Stifle Global Trade?ads) 44:55

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At a time when debates over tariffs, regulation, and the scope of government are back at center stage. Is this time in American history unprecedented, or can we find parallels in the past? For example, has trade “hollowed out” U.S. manufacturing—or have fact tariffs like the Corn Laws in Britain hurt working-class families the most? Was the Great D…

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JTP: Jays Get Swept, Rafael Devers Traded & Jed Lowrie 1:39:56

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the Blue Jays getting swept by the Phillies and the state of the bullpen. Afterwards, Brandon Wile (30:57) pops by to talk about the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the Giants. Afterwards, Jed Lowrie (1:14:45) comes by to discuss his MLB career, switching to an analyst role and more. The views and opinions expres…

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Jays Swept in Philly, Finish Road Trip w/ 5-4 Record 43:50

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Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 11-4 loss to wrap up a three-game sweep at the hands of the Phillies. They take your calls and texts, and debate the question: does getting swept by the Phillies change your outlook of this team? They get into the no-show by the offence over three games (six total runs over three games in Ph…

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Francis Falters Again, Jays Lose Series vs. Phillies 34:05

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Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 3-2 loss vs. the Phillies to wrap up a series loss in Philadelphia. He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to Bowden Francis being lifted in the fourth inning - how did his start unravel so quickly? Is it all mental with him at this point? Is there a solution the Jays can find before he makes his next star…

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Jays' Bats Blanked to Open Series in Philly 29:44

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-0 loss vs. the Phillies to open the three-game series in Philadelphia. They take your calls and texts, and get right to Kevin Gausman - is this something to be worried about with him, or was that second inning just a passing blip? They discuss the no-show by the offence, and look ahead to Bowd…

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JTP: Arjun Nimmala Joins and Scherzer Night in Buffalo 1:39:49

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Arjun Nimmala to discuss his season, working with Francisco Lindor and more. Pat Malacar (30:55) previews Max Scherzer’s start with the Bisons and who’s buzzing in Buffalo. Ben Nicholson-Smith (50:21) talks Bowden Francis, Alejandro Kirk’s season and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s power numbers. Lastly, Adam Aaro…

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JTP: Brooms Out in St.Louis + Jon Morosi 1:39:49

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the series sweep of the Cardinals and the various ways the team won. Derek vanRiper (28:20) talks fantasy baseball and bounces around the MLB. Jon Morosi (50:38) describes why he thinks the Blue Jays have a shot to win the AL East. Following that, Blake and Julia go to the text line and answer your questions (1:16…

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Alan Pinkerton: The Private Detective Who Saved Lincoln’s Life and Built America’s Contract Security State 50:07

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Alan Pinkerton is perhaps the most over-achieving barrel-maker who ever lived. After practicing his trade in rural Illinois for a few years in the 1850s, the Scottish immigrant busted up a counterfeiting ring, which got the attention of Chicago’s police department, offering him a job as a detective. From here he worked as an intelligence agent in t…

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Stellar Road Trip Continues as Jays Sweep Cardinals 39:13

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-2 win over the Cardinals to complete the sweep in St. Louis! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the performance of the bats once again - in what was their 21st comeback win, how do they keep taking these dramatic victories? They discuss Ernie Clement's home run, the continuing gr…

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JTP: In Kirk We Trust & Bengie Molina! 1:39:47

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Alejandro Kirk hitting another homer, the decision to bring in Jeff Hoffman for one hitter, the benefits of being a low-strikeout/high-contact team and more. Former Blue Jay Bengie Molina (30:30) joins to talk Cardinals and the 2006 Toronto Blue Jays. Davy Andrews (49:56) dives into Kirk’s power, the Twins and Kyl…

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Jays Win Slugfest vs. Cardinals, Take Series in St. Louis 27:11

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 10-9 win over the Cardinals to take the series in St. Louis! They take your calls and texts, and get to Alejandro Kirk once again coming through with a big game - after Seattle's Cal Raleigh, is Kirk the next best catcher in baseball? They discuss the whole offence staying hot, including four RB…

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JTP: Another Blue Jays Comeback + Denzel Clarke’s Insane Catch 1:39:53

14d ago1:39:53

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap Jonatan Clase’s huge homer, Alejandro Kirk continuing to mash, and John Schneider showing faith in Yariel Rodriguez in the 9th inning. Craig Goldstein (25:05) pops by to talk Dodgers and Toronto’s Denzel Clarke wild catch last night. Molly Burkhardt (49:59) discusses Roman Anthony’s debut with the Red Sox and the …

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The War in China 1937-1940 - Episode 506 1:34:07

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This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall take a look at the war in China from 1937-1940. Major clashes occurred in 1937, most notably at Nanking, where the guys get into both the battle and the Rape of Nanking, both catastrophes that grabbed the world's attention with both hands. Following that, we get into the negotiations, such as they wer…

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MacArthur’s Plans to Drop 50 Nuclear Bombs During the Korean War 50:45

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The Korean War came dangerously close to going nuclear, and if would have if Gen. Douglas MacArthur had gotten his way. He proposed using 30 to 50 nuclear primarily to targeting air bases, depots, and supply lines across the neck of Manchuria to create a radioactive barrier and halt Chinese and North Korean advances. This would have killed millions…

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Comeback Kings: Jays Win Thriller vs. Cardinals in Extras 31:23

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 extra innings win over the Cardinals to open the series in St. Louis! They take your calls and texts, and discuss once again how the Jays are never out of it - is Alejandro Kirk the team's best hitter right now? They discuss Jonatan Clase's big night, including a game-tying home run in the n…

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JTP: Comebacks, Francis & Jays Prospect Sam Shaw 1:39:55

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz recap the weekend’s action, where the Blue Jays took 2 of 3 from the Cardinals, the bullpen had moments, and Bowden Francis struggled once again. Joon Lee (30:51) joins to discuss taking pitches from a Major Leaguer and the state of the Red Sox. Katie Woo (53:39) catches you up on the St. Louis Cardinals ahead of their …

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Can Jays Solve Bowden Francis Conundrum? 33:06

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Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 loss to the Twins to wrap up the series in Minnesota. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the question atop everyone's mind: what do you do with Bowden Francis? With the team already running out a bullpen day every fifth turn through the rotation, can they afford to keep running Fr…

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Springer, Heineman Key (Another) Comeback, Jays Win Series vs. Twins 58:26

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Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 5-4 win over the Twins to take the series in Minnesota! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offensive performance from George Springer, who delivered a late-game two-run bomb - is this one of the best seasons of Springer's Blue Jays career? They discuss Tyler Heineman continuing…

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Don't Call It a Comeback: Jays Edge Twins to Start Road Trip 36:51

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Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 6-4 win over the Twins to start a nine-game road trip in Minneapolis! He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to the Jays winning another bullpen day - between Paxton Schultz, Eric Lauer, Mason Fluharty, Yariel Rodríguez, Brendon Little, and Jeff Hoffman, can the Jays still continue winning these patched to…

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JTP: Big Bat Bo, Gord Ash & Twins Preview 1:39:50

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Julia Kreuz and Sho Alli, filling in for Blake Murphy, discuss Bo Bichette’s hitting, run production from the bottom order and winning the 3-game series vs. the Phillies. Gord Ash (27:57) joins to discuss Jose Bautista getting inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame. Afterwards, Mitch Bannon (47:30) discusses Bowden Francis, Alejandro Kirk…

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Jays Crush Phillies to Win Series in Toronto 1:10:50

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 9-1 win over the Phillies to wrap up a series victory at the Rogers Centre! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence, which continues to show up - is the power starting to show up more regularly for Bo Bichette? Should opinions be revised about a new deal for the shortstop? They g…

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JTP: Leave it to Kirk, the 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament & Ashley Stephenson 1:39:54

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the bottom of the 9th last night, where Toronto’s familiarity with Jordan Romano showed and Jose Berrios’ start. Michael Baumann (31:31) discusses Mick Abel, Jesus Luzardo and the Super Regional round of the 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament. Afterwards, Ashley Stephenson (1:16:11) joins to discuss her job with the …

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The Many Ways That Rome Never Fell and Lives On Today 37:16

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Rome’s Western Empire may have fallen 1,600 years ago, but its cultural impact has a radioactive half-life that would make xenon jealous. Over a billion people speak Latin (or at least a Latin-derived language). Governments around the world self-consciously copy Roman buildings and create governments that copy the imperial senate. Every self-aggran…

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Berríos Holds It Down, Captain Kirk Walks Off Phillies 25:50

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 walk-off win over the Phillies to even the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Alejandro Kirk delivering the walk off win - what went into that at-bat versus former Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano? Did the familiarity help him and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in that …

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JTP: Tough Francis Outing & Yesavage Scouting Report 1:39:52

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss Bowden Francis’ outing and whether it’s time to send him to Triple-A. Lance Brozdowski (26:04) joins to analyze where there has been slippage from Francis, Kevin Gausman’s splitter success and why Trey Yesavage is a unique pitcher. Dan Shulman (50:49) discusses options for the Blue Jays at the 4th and 5th starte…

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Jays Win Streak Snapped as Francis Falters vs. Phillies 30:56

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 8-3 loss vs. the Phillies to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to Bowden Francis, who gave up seven earned runs in less than two innings of work - is his time in the starting rotation over? If it is, are there any real options to replace him? They do …

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JTP: Barger, Prospect Report & Ryan Dempster 1:39:57

21d ago1:39:57

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Joe Siddall to discuss Addison Barger and Bowden Francis ahead of his start vs. the Phillies. Doug Fox (26:31) updates on prospects who are buzzing in the Blue Jays’ farm system. David Adler (52:13) discusses changes to Barger’s batting stance, Vladimir Guerrero’s swing path and more. Afterwards, Ryan Demp…

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Hooves of History: How Horses Created Ancient Warfare, Built the Silk Road, and Became the Dividing Line Between Nobleman and Peasant 44:28

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In order to become rich, powerful, and prestigious in the pre-modern world, nothing mattered more than horses. They were the fundamental unit of warfare, enabling cavalry charges, and logistical support. They facilitated the creation of the Silk Road (which could arguably be called the “Horse Road”) since China largely built it to enable the purcha…

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Exploring the Wreck of USS Yorktown - Episode 505 1:34:23

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take you guys on an exclusive look at the remarkable footage taken by NOAA during their recent dive on the wreck of the USS Yorktown (CV-5). Seth and Jon tour the wreck and focus in on some of the highlights of the footage, explaining what some of the material is, why it looks like it does, the state of the w…

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JTP: An A’s Mop, Carlos Pena & Keegan Matheson 1:39:54

22d ago1:39:54

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the Blue Jays’ 4-game sweep of the Athletics, where the bats showed a level of consistency that the team hasn’t seen this season. Next, Carlos Pena (33:56) joins to break down a hitter’s mentality, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and plenty more. Afterwards, Keegan Matheson pops in-studio to discuss his new Blue Jays book…

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How Sweep It Is: Jays Stage Comeback to Grab Fifth Straight Win 54:03

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Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 8-4 win over the Athletics to complete the four-game series sweep! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Addison Barger smashing a three-run bomb to give the Jays a lead - with Andrés Giménez on his way back, how do you juggle playing Barger alongside Giménez and Ernie Clement moving for…

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Two Springer Dingers Help Jays to Series Win vs. Athletics 59:29

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Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 8-7 win over the Athletics to take the series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to a tough injury for Daulton Varsho, who left the game with a hamstring strain - if he misses any length of time, what are the team's options? Plus, they react live on-air to Davis Schneider bei…

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Jays Get Back Above .500 w/ Third Straight Win 28:38

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 11-7 over the Athletics to extend their winning streak to three games! They take your calls, and get to the offence continuing to look good, as (almost) every player in the starting lineup registered an RBI. They get into a somewhat shaky start for Chris Bassitt, who let up five earned runs in f…

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JTP: Holy Homers, Davis Schneider, & Cricket Day at the Park 1:39:54

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the home run barrage by the Blue Jays, Ernie Clement mimicking Vladimir Guerrero Jr. home run shuffle and Jose Berrios feeling and looking good on the mound vs. the A’s. Davis Schneider (29:50) joins the show to outline how his time with the Bisons has gone and his future with the Blue Jays. Sam Blum (50:11) pop…

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Jays Thrash Athletics in Series Opener 26:22

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 12-0 shellacking of the Athletics to open the four-game series in Toronto! They take your calls, and get right to the offence - even with an eye-popping number of runs scored, what were the bats doing that can be carried forward? They discuss great outcomes for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Bo Bichette…

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JTP: A Bichette Blast, Jon Morosi & State of the A’s 1:39:51

26d ago1:39:51

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Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz discuss the Blue Jays’ win, where Bo Bichette hit a pinch-hit homer in the 9th and the bullpen delivered a gem. Jake Mintz (30:00) joins to discuss attending one of Shohei Ohtani’s throwing sessions. Jessica Kleinschmidt (50:39) sets up Lawrence Butler, Jacob Lopez and the Athletics ahead of their 4-game series vs. the …

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Moonshining Survived (and Thrived) At Least Two Decades After Prohibition Ended 45:47

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The Prohibition era (1920–1933), enacted by the 18th Amendment, birthed an overnight economy of moonshiners who distilled and distributed homemade liquor to meet America’s insatiable demand for alcohol, transforming rural farmers and opportunists into underground entrepreneurs who supplied speakeasies. But this new economy didn’t disappear after Pr…