Beyond the Diamond - A Houston Astros Baseball Podcast
148 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratingsBeyond the Diamond, presented by Apollo Media, follows hosts Apollo Dez (@ApolloDez1) and Brian LaLima (@BLima790) as they offer news, speculation, analysis and more for the Houston Astros and the rest of MLB. #Astros #MLB
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Episodes
Steamrolling Into October - Beyond The Diamond 9/14/22
September 14, 2022 20:16 - 34 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Astros September dominance! Who wins Dawg Of The Week, Tucker or Bregman?! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BIG GAME HUNTER - Beyond The Diamond 9/7/22
September 08, 2022 18:55 - 34 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about Hunter Brown's MLB Debut and the current state of the division and wild card races around the league Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We "Reload" And Not "Rebuild" - Beyond The Diamond 8/30/22
September 08, 2022 18:21 - 29 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about all the Astros roster moves this week, with the news of Hunter Brown and Yainer Diaz getting the call up! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
JV And Framber And Bregs, Oh My! - Beyond The Diamond 8/26/22
September 08, 2022 18:20 - 43 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez, Correa returning to Houston, and more! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LINEUP PANDEMONIUM!! - Beyond The Diamond 8/12/22
August 14, 2022 17:12 - 28 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Astros current dominance despite the fans uproar over the daily lineup Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ryne & Jessica Stanek In Studio! - Beyond The Diamond 7/20/22
July 21, 2022 00:20 - 49 minutesSpecial guests Ryne Stanek & Jessica Stanek join Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) in studio to talk All Star snub, Ryne's career development, and who has the best drip on the Stros! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All Star Snubs & Early Trade Deadline Talk - Beyond The Diamond 7/15/22
July 15, 2022 19:51 - 43 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) are back talking Astros Baseball! All Star snubs, June Recap, and where the Astros roster holes are and who they should target plus a Q&A from the audience! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Immaculate In Arlington - We're Back Baby!
June 17, 2022 00:13 - 41 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) are back talking Astros Baseball! 2 Immaculate innings and how good are the Astros really? Do they need to make some trades at the deadline? Listen and find out! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Astros Poised To Take Over The AL & Juan Soto A Trade Piece?
May 23, 2022 00:47 - 31 minutesPRESENTED BY Texadelphia.com Noah and Garrett fill in for Dez and join Brian at Texadelphia to talk Astros baseball, Juan Soto, Katie Nolan, and something called "Caveman Energy" Video version out on our YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LIFE, BASEBALL, & GOOD VIBES W/ RYNE STANEK
February 03, 2022 15:00 - 33 minutesRyne Stanek joins Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) to talk about life with his newborn baby & balancing that with pitching in the World Series. They also discuss his playing days at Arkansas, being the "Tommy John" of the Baseball "Opener", and how much of a nerd he is when he's not playing baseball Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TED TALK - Stretches, Swag, & Swings w/ Kyle Tucker
December 08, 2021 18:15 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk with Astros Superstar OF Kyle Tucker. They talk about the hype of being a top prospect, what to do when you get in a slump, & why Michael Brantley calls him Mr. Hypothetical Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
GROUP THERAPY - 2021 World Series Recap
November 05, 2021 12:50 - 47 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) join up for a little therapy session to talk through the events of the 2021 World Series where the Astros fell just short of a title. What went wrong? What went right? Will Brian dance for ladies' night? Listen to find out! This episode is sponsored by Erma Rose Winery in Katy, TX. Visit their site and go check them out for great wine! ermarosewinery.com Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ...
THE BASEBALL THROWS YOU - Astros WS Pitching, & Life Lessons From Baseball w/ Brent Strom
October 30, 2021 18:06 - 39 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk with the legendary Brent Strom! They talk about the Astros "Next man up" mentality, filling in the hole left after Lance McCullers' injury. They discuss today's analytics and how Strommy and the team pairs those analytics with the 'gut' feeling. Also a little discussion about Blackjack in the middle of all of it! This episode is sponsored by Erma Rose Winery in Katy, TX. Visit their site and go check them out for great wine! er...
ALL ACCORDING TO PLAN?! - World Seris Games 1-2 Recap and Games 3-5 Preview w/ @BravesAshland
October 29, 2021 18:08 - 57 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) sit down with Braves Ashland (@BravesAshland), host of the Mansplain Baseball Elsewhere Podcast, and Braves Twitter fame. They discuss Games 1 & 2, what went right and what went wrong for each team. Then they talk about what each team needs to do to win in Atlanta. This episode is sponsored by Erma Rose Winery in Katy, TX. Visit their site and go check them out for great wine! ermarosewinery.com Video version of this pod is also on ...
H-TOWN VS EVERYONE - ALCS Recap & World Series Preivew
October 25, 2021 17:56 - 40 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Astros making it to their 3rd World Series in the past 5 years! They preview the matchup with the Braves and give their keys to victory. This episode is sponsored by Erma Rose Winery in Katy, TX. Visit their site and go check them out for great wine! ermarosewinery.com Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
IT'S HIS TIME! - ALCS All Tied Up, Astros Pitching Woes, & Kiké On Fire
October 18, 2021 17:56 - 34 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk ALCS Games 1 & 2, the Astros pitching issues and what needs to happen to turn it around, and Kiké Hernandez being impossible to get out Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LMJ OUT?! - Astros ALCS Roster & Rotation Options
October 14, 2021 21:41 - 44 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk ALCS Roster and predictions amid the rumors that Lance McCullers Jr might be hurt and out for the ALCS, as well as take questions from Twitter Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
GOLDEN AGE! - ALDS Recap & 5th Straight ALCS Appearance #ForTheH
October 13, 2021 16:43 - 49 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) celebrate the Astros making it to their 5TH STRAIGHT ALCS in the Golden Age of Astros baseball! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LET 'EM TALK - ALDS Games 1-3 Recap, Keys To Winning, & Who Is Ryan Tepera?
October 12, 2021 02:02 - 50 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) are here to talk! And Dusty Baker said LET 'EM TALK! They discuss Games 1-3 of the ALDS and all the drama surrounding Game 3 Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FROM JUCO TO THE WS - Playoff Baseball & The MLB Grind W/ Josh Reddick
October 07, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes(ZOOM INTERVIEW - BE AWARE OF SOME AUDIO ISSUES) Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) are joined by 2017 World Series Champion Josh Reddick! They discuss everything from grinding High School baseball to getting drafted and becoming a 10-Year MLB Veteran. Josh talks about the hostility of a road playoff crowd, and how awesome it is to have the fans in Houston have your back in big post-season games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BRACKET BREAKDOWN - MLB Playoffs Predictions w/ Ben Verlander
October 06, 2021 15:00 - 46 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) are joined by Ben Verlander (@BenVerlander) of Fox Sports Flippin Bats Podcast (@FlippinBatsPod) to discuss every playoff matchup and how they think each series will go! Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who's Going To Be On The Astros Playoff Roster?!
September 24, 2021 20:39 - 24 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) discuss the upcoming last 3 series of the season, and who should and should not be on the Astros playoff roster depending on who the opposing team is. Video version of this pod is also on our YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HOMESTRETCH - What The Astros Need To Do To Secure Their Spot & Who Is Your Game 1 Starter?
September 16, 2021 17:29 - 47 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) are back! They discuss the things the Astros need to take care of to secure the right playoff spot. They also discuss how the playoff rotation is shaping up and what order they would put the starters in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
PAY THAT MAN! - Carlos Correa the GOAT & Are The Dog Days Of Summer Finally Over?
August 31, 2021 17:58 - 55 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the increasing clarity to them that Jim Crane needs to bank up the Brinks truck and pay Carlos Correa whatever he wants. They also talk the Series Sweep phobia the Astros have, and are the Dog Days Of Summer finally coming to an end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
URGENCY URGENCY! - The Houston Astros and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week
August 20, 2021 18:34 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the lack of urgency and "Spark" for the Astros in the last few weeks. How panicked should we be? Will they get back on track? When you phrase questions in a summary like this, do you always have to have 3 examples? TUNE IN TO FIND OUT! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUB .500 TEAMS OWN THE ASTROS - Twins Series Recap, Rockies & Angels Series Previews
August 10, 2021 21:39 - 40 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the embarrassing series loss to the Twins, what the Astros need to improve on to start beating Sub .500 teams, and preview the Rockies & Angels upcoming series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021 REMATCH OF THE 2020 REMATCH OF THE 2017 REMATCH! - Trade Deadline Discussion & Dodgers* Series Preview
August 03, 2021 17:24 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the wild 2021 MLB Trade Deadline, Tony LaRussa doing Tony LaRussa things, and the series all of LA has been waiting for Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SPIN IT IVEY! - Home Cooking, Tyler Ivey Interview, Trade Deadline Speculation
July 26, 2021 13:00 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about an Arlington sweep, and have a great time just being bros with Tyler Ivey for almost an hour. They also talk about some trade speculation with the Trade Deadline approaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TUVE OWNS NY!! - 1st Half Recap & Keys For The Postseason Run
July 12, 2021 15:46 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about Tuve's massive walk-off bomb, the statement of a 1st half from the Astros, favorite baseball movies, & keys for the Astros to make a strong 2nd half/playoff push Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ALL-STAR SNUBS - A Week Of Opportunity
July 06, 2021 20:57 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the All-Star Rosters, who was snubbed, this upcoming week against OAK & NYY, and Carlos Correa's future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WE WERE STOPPED - AJ Hinch's Voodoo Magic & The Bombs Dropped by Evan Gattis
June 30, 2021 14:28 - 53 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the curse that is AJ Hinch against the Astros. What can be done about this bullpen? And we dive into all the juicy details of what Evan Gattis says about the 2017 Scandal on our Apollo Podcast Network sibling podcast "Stros Across The Globe" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WE CAN'T BE STOPPED - Stros Rolling Along & A Sticky Manfred Situation
June 24, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the JUGGERNAUT that is the 2021 Houston Astros, as well as the new rules around checking pitchers for substances and hypocrisy around creating in baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another Series WIn, Brantley ON FIRE, & A look At The Sugar Land Skeeters
June 15, 2021 17:38 - 48 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about another series win against the Twins, Michael "The Professional" Brantley, the X factor in the lineup, & Dez's experience at the Sugar Land Skeeters game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Red Sux Series & Bob Manfred & The Hypocrites Of Baseball
June 12, 2021 19:43 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Red Sox series. Then in segment 2, they get into the nitty-gritty of the current "Spider-Tack" scandal and the failures of Rob (Bob) Manfred Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ben Verlander Talks Baseball & His Love For Shohei Ohtani
June 07, 2021 22:56 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Blue Jays series, preview the Red Sox series, and have a chat with Ben Verlander (@Verly32), former Professional baseball player, and host of Fox Sports' Flippin' Bats Podcast. We talk all things MLB, the minor league grind, and Ben's love for Shohei Ohtani Make sure you check out Ben's podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
THROW STRIKES II The Bullpen Walkathon, and a Red Sox Series
June 01, 2021 20:03 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the bullpen woes in the Dodgers & Padres series, & Red Sox Homestand redemption. They also answer questions from the audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Disappointment In Arlington, THROW STRIKES, and A 2017 Rematch Preview
May 25, 2021 18:12 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the disappointing series in Arlington. What happened? Should Astros fans be worried, or are people overreacting? They also preview the upcoming series with the 2017 World Series losing Dodgers, and answer questions from the audience. They also announce the code word for ANOTHER GIVEAWAY! Listen closely! Don't forget to follow, rate, and subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oakland 1.5, Brian McTaggart Interview, 1st Place To Stay
May 21, 2021 16:44 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the series in Oakland. Then they sit down with MLB.com Astros Writer Brian McTaggart (@brianmctaggart) and talk about his career covering the Astros, his favorite UH Cougar's Final 4 appearance, and the Cry Kid meme. Video of the interview is here on our YouTube Channel Don't forget to follow, rate, and subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A WILD Walkoff & A Conversation With Astros Pitcher Andre Scrubb!
May 15, 2021 19:00 - 51 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the wild-pitch walk-off win against the Rangers, we also talk with Houston Astros Pitcher Andre Scrubb about his journey to the bigs, how’s he’s feeling after his injury earlier in the season, what’s on his go-to workout playlist, and yes.. we asked about his thoughts on everyone commenting on his backside Video of the interview is here on our YouTube Channel Don't forget to follow, rate, and subscribe! Learn more about...
YorGOD, TOR Series Recap, Angels Series Preview, & Astros Tickets Giveaway!
May 10, 2021 19:24 - 57 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about Yordan Alvarez's INSANE start to his career, Recap of the series with the Blue Jays, and Preview the upcoming Angels Series ALSO, listen for the code word that you'll need to email [email protected] to be entered to win FREE ASTROS TICKETS! Don't forget to follow, rate, and subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TUVE YOU! Yankees Series Recap, Blue Jays Series Preview
May 07, 2021 22:56 - 54 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the series in New York, Birthday Boy Altuve's Bash, Preview of the Blue Jays series, and how terrible the umpiring has been so far this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
STROS ARE BACK! Yankees Series Preview & April Top Preformers
May 04, 2021 20:46 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Stros coming back to form with these last 3 series wins. They also preview the big upcoming series with the Yankees, their best Astros players from April, and take some questions from the Apollo community on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Frozen Trash Cans, Hot Bats, and a Rookie DEALING
April 26, 2021 23:21 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about their trip to Colorado to see baseball in the snow. The resurgence of the Astros bats in a series win against the Angels, and a Q & A from our Twitter followers Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't find anywhere else. Use promo code "BTD" for 10% off at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Embarrassing Skid, Yuli Could've Been a HOF, COVID IL?, and Seattle Series Preview
April 16, 2021 19:10 - 55 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about this embarrassing 5- game losing streak, why Yuli would be a Hall Of Famer if he came over to the US when he was younger, the COVID IL situation, and a preview of the upcoming series in Seattle Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't find anywhere else. Use promo code "BTD" for 10% off at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Home Opener, AJ Hinch Standing Ovation, & Can't Lose to the Tigers
April 12, 2021 11:00 - 54 minutesBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about going to the Astros Home Opener, the disapointing series loss against the A's, why AJ Hinch deserves a standing ovation in Houston, and Tigers series predictions #Astros #MLB Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't find anywhere else. Use promo code "BTD" for 10% off at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BONUS: Home Opener Preview with ApolloDez
April 08, 2021 16:48 - 25 minutesApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) sits down for a bonus solo pod to preview the Astros 2021 Home Opener. His Co-Host Brian LaLima (@BLima790) is out on the 10 day IL with "Discomfort". Dez talks the recent 2 game series with the Angels, what it will feel like to be back in MMP, and answers some questions from Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A's-WEEP, Angels Up Next, Q & A
April 05, 2021 18:16 - 1 hourBrian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the absolute dismantling of the A's in the Astros opening series sweep, preview the short 2-game series with the Angels, and take some questions from the Apollo community on Twitter #Astros #MLB Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't find anywhere else. Use promo code "BTD" for 10% off at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Spring Training, Correa Extension, and 2021 Season Predictions
March 31, 2021 13:38 - 58 minutesBrian LaLima (@BLima790) and his Co-Host Apollo Dez (@ApolloDez1) welcome you to the inaugural episode of the Beyond The Diamond podcast, discussing Apollo’s trip to Astros Spring Training, Carlos Correa’s looming Free Agency, and their 2021 MLB Season predictions. #Astros #MLB Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't find anywhere else. Use promo code "LAUNCH" for 10% off at checkout. Learn more about your ad...