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Climb The Ladder

188 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago -

Climb The Ladder is presented by Washed Up Network! Washington natives, twins, and former teammates, Hunter and Duncan Robertson bring you the latest on all things baseball - news, updates, trades, rumors, life and more! Tune in and climb the ladder with us - one strike at a time. For more Washed Up Network content, follow @washedupnetwork on social media.

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Spring Training and Michael Gretler Joins CTL

March 04, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

We've finally got a ton of baseball to discuss! Trevor Bauer remains in the news and the Mariners got their first win and loss and tie. We are now fueled by RAZE Energy! Use code CTLRAZE for 15% off your order at reppsports.com Episode 38 is brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your purchase. Today's segments, Outside the Diamond and Highlights and Bloopers are sponsored by Apex Koozie! Head over apexkoozie.com a...

Baseball, Friends, Brothers and Memories

February 24, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Join us for this special episode today as we are joined by three of the people who know us best, our three best friends Riston, Ben and Trevor! we share memories, stories of going to the ballpark, mishaps on the mountain and more! Welcome to our new sponsor RAZE Energy! Use code CTLRAZE for 15% off your order and RAZEenergy.com! Episode 37 is also brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your purchase. Today's segmen...

Tatis Jr. Signs Fat Contract, Tebow Retired, and Way Out Here

February 18, 2021 10:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

Breaking news during the episode as Fernando Tatis Jr. signed a HUGE deal worth $340M. Tim Tebow officially retired from baseball, and Spring Training is finally underway! Who else can't wait to get back into a ballpark? Episode 36 is brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your purchase. The boys from the Way Out Here podcast joined us for episode 36. Today's segments are sponsored by Apex Koozie! Head over apexkoo...

Baseball Is Changing, Literally

February 10, 2021 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Pitchers and catchers report in just one week and we couldn't be more excited! Spring Training is set and the MLBPA has reached agreements on all aspects of the upcoming 2021 season with the MLB. Trevor Bauer signed a blockbuster deal to close out the craziness of free agency and players are getting ready to head to Arizona and Florida. Finally, Gatlin Dean Williams, up and coming country music artist, joined the show to share his story and insights to songwriting. Check him out everywhere y...

Red Sox, GOATs, and Super Bowl 55 Preview

February 03, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Today's episode features recurring guest, Jim Bossert! Jim and the boys discuss the busy offseason by his favorite team, the Boston Red Sox. We then keep it in New England by discussing the former Patriot, GOAT and future NFL Hall of Famer, Tom Brady. Catch a full preview of Super Bowl 55 as Brady and the HOT Bucs take on 2020's team, the Kansas City Chiefs! Will Brady put a cap on his legacy or will Mahomes continue to tear through the NFL at a high rate of speed? Finally, is it possible th...

Paying Respects to Baseball HOF Outfielder, Hank Aaron

January 27, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

The late, great Hank Aaron paved the way for today's home run hitters. We remember him and the other legends we've lost in 2021. Kike Hernandez finally has a home and it's with the Red Sox! Listen to the break down and the future of the Red Sox after their first trade with century-long rival, the New York Yankees. Finally, a little Super Bowl 55 preview! Episode 33 is brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your pur...

Lindor, Cruz, and the Rest of the League on the Move Featuring Noah Souza

January 20, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Players across the league are moving every day and contracts are getting signed! Listen to all of the transactions in today’s episode, including where former Twin and Mariner Nelson Cruz might end up. Episode 32 is brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your purchase. Our segment Hit The Spot is brought to you by Apex Koozie! Head over apexkoozie.com and enter code "WASHEDUP" for 10%. We are always brought to you b...

Return to the Bayou with Joey Giglio

January 13, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

This week's episode is filled to the brim with playoff football! We pay respects to the late, great, Coach Tommy Lasorda and discuss what Tatis Jr. will do for his upcoming contract with the Padres. Episode 31 is brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your purchase. Deep cuts segment is sponsored by Apex Koozie! Our Deep Cuts featured artists are Gatlin Dean Williams and Austin Jenckes. Head over apexkoozie.com and...

Big Baseball News, Heisman Winner and NFL Wild Card Weekend

January 06, 2021 16:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

The twins kick off 2021 with a big preview of the upcoming MLB season! They also discuss the NFL wild card weekend and their thoughts on the head coach and quarterback vacancies heading into the 2021 season. Episode 30 is brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your purchase. Segments include Hit The Spot and Outside The Diamond. Our segments are sponsored by Apex Koozie! Head over apexkoozie.com and enter code "WAS...

San Diego Padres Making Big Moves featuring Firefighter Parker McKinnon

December 30, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

The San Diego Padres have made big moves since Christmas, signing pitchers Yu Darvish and Blake Snell to expand their chances of making a deep playoff run in 2021. The Cubs are also making moves and we are keeping you updated on all of the offseason transactions. Episode 29 is brought to you by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Visit kikoscoffeeandtea.com and enter code "CTLW" at checkout to get 16% off your purchase. To take on a different meaning of Climb The Ladder this week, we spoke with Firefighte...

Bryan Harsin Is Auburn Head Coach and the Davenport Brothers Join CTL

December 23, 2020 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

This episode is sponsored by Kikos Coffee and Tea! Use code “CTLW” at kikoscoffeeandtea.com at checkout for 16% off! Great interview with Aaron Davenport, University of Hawaii pitcher and Adam Davenport, former University of Washington pitcher! The Phillies hire a new GM and there is about to be a second Cespedes in the MLB. Where will RF George Springer land? It’s narrowed down to the Mets or Blue Jays. Finally, the twins break down some Christmas favorites as one of the best holidays of th...

Players Making Moves, Fantasy Playoffs and Big Red Jake Joins CTL

December 16, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Players are making moves in across MLB and we have a name change in the works! We welcome on very special guest Jake Jewell! We talk about his college baseball career, the hard work and dedication that goes into it, and talk about his brand! This interview is brought to you by Apex Koozie! Use code "WASHEDUP" for 10%. Segments include Fantasy Feats and Failures as we get into the Fantasy Football Semi-finals and Highlights & Bloopers! Thanks to our sponsor Kikos Coffee and Tea! Check them ou...

Mary Ward Joins CTL and New Sponsor Alert

December 09, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Today we bring you a couple baseball updates, but we are excited to get straight to our interview! Today Mary Ward joins us to talk about her new single, Sad N Lonely! Check her out on all streaming platforms and catch her brand new music video on YouTube! We have an exciting new sponsor announcement, Kikos Coffee and Tea! Check them out on Instagram and Twitter and check out their website kikoscoffeeandtea.com! Use code CTLW for 16% off their products. We are also sponsored by Apex Koozie! ...

Uncorked and Unfiltered Joins Climb The Ladder

December 02, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

Blake Snell wants out of Tampa Bay and we think the Rays will let him leave. Fellow Washed Up Network hosts from Uncorked and Unfiltered join us to talk about life in New Jersey and growing up as best friends. We talk with Taylor and Alexa about everything from the Bachelorette to New York pizza! We are sponsored by Apex Koozie! Head over apexkoozie.com and enter code "WASHEDUP" for 10%. Segments: Fantasy Feats and Failures, CTL Merch Shop announcement! We are always brought to you by the Wa...

NC Dinos are KBO Champions and Gametime Guru Shane Larson

November 25, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

The NC Dinos are the champions of baseball, in South Korea at least. The Mets hired the first women GM and offseason transactions are starting! Where will Blake Snell end up? Gametime Guru host Shane Larson joins CTL to talk sports, podcasting and more. Segments: Quick KBO, Fantasy Feats and Failures, and Outside the Diamond! We are sponsored by Apex Koozie! Head over apexkoozie.com and enter code "WASHEDUP" for 10%. We are always brought to you by the Washed Up Network! Don't forget to like...

Let the MLB Offseason Begin and Myles Clifford Joins CTL

November 11, 2020 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

The MLB offseason is officially under way and we already have headlines to talk about. Steve Cohen is predicting a World Series title in the next 3 to 5 years, the Red Sox manager is back in action, and the White Sox are a complete mess. Myles Clifford, the Hoppy Meal podcast co-host and the co-founder of Washed Up Network joins CTL as our very first recurring guest to discuss how it feels to be a Dodgers fan after his first World Series experience. Segments: Hit the Spot, Fantasy Feats and ...

Bye Week

November 05, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.56 MB

This week is our BYE WEEK for Climb The Ladder! We want to give you guys a quick update this week until we are BACK next week! The MLB season is over, but we are very excited for all that the off-season has in store! We have some awesome interviews lined up, so stay tuned! We are always brought to you by the Washed Up Network! Let's Climb The Ladder! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new

World Series Game 6

October 28, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

The World Series is nearing the end as the twins give a World Series recap from the weekend of games 3, 4 and 5! We give you live coverage of Game 6! This has been an invigorating series back and forth between the Dodgers and Rays! We are going to miss baseball when the season ends after the World Series! We have a lot in store for our listeners as we approach the off-season! As always, we're brought to you by Manscaped! Head to manscaped.com and enter code WASHED at checkout for 20% and fre...

World Series and Engagement Rings, with Special Guest Cameron Dietz

October 23, 2020 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

The World Series is under way and we are in for a treat if games 3-7 are as exciting as 1 and 2! Catch a full recap and eval of the first two games as we look towards the weekend FULL of baseball. For our 20th episode, we are joined by Utah Valley University strength and conditioning coach, Cameron Dietz! Hear all about his coaching career and what it means to him to coach some incredible athletes. Finally, Co-Host Hunter got engaged over the weekend! The twins' 24th year is off to a great s...

MLB Championship Series

October 14, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

With four teams left, we are in the midst of the League Championship Series! Hunter's World Series prediction is still alive and FANS ARE IN THE STANDS for the first time in the 2020 MLB season! Boise State Football starts on October 24th, and October 14th is the last day to purchase a cardboard cutout to be in the stands on The Blue! As always, we're brought to you by Manscaped! Head to manscaped.com and enter code WASHED at checkout for 20% and free shipping. Don't forget to rate, review, ...

ACL Professional Andrew Clark and MLB Playoffs

October 07, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

We continue with the Division Round of the MLB Postseason! Get an update on the series, some highlights and see where our predictions are at! We have a special guest for you guys today, part of Washed Up Network and Professional Cornhole Player, Mr. Andrew Clark! Hear about his journey to the pros and what its like to have your MLB team in the postseason! The Seahawks will not stop winning with Russel Wilson at the helm as they are now 4-0! We're brought to you by Manscaped! Head to manscape...

Wild Wild Card Week!

October 01, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

MLB Postseason is here and the twins (not in Minnesota) are here to give you a full recap and preview of what's happening! Listen for bold predictions, wild ideas and exciting previews as the postseason slowly unfolds. We wrap up the episode discussing Russell Wilson's MVP campaign and the Seahawks quick start to 3-0. We're brought to you by Manscaped! Head to manscaped.com and enter code WASHED at checkout for 20% and free shipping. Don't forget to rate, review, follow, and subscribe on iTu...

Manfred is Bursting the Bubble

September 23, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

The twins look ahead to the MLB playoffs next week as the race for the final playoff spots are heating up. Manfred wants to burst the precious regular season bubble by allowing fans at the playoff games. Thoughts? It's all broken down in this episode! They also recap the Seahawks game as 2-0 never looked better on Russell Wilson. Finally, wrapping up with some of your favorite segments: Beer League Softball, Highlights and Bloopers, Deep Cuts and Team Shoutout. We're brought to you by Mansca...

Jacob Cox Joins CTL and Seattle Sports Are Boomin

September 16, 2020 09:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

The twins are joined by fellow Washed Up Network host, Jacob Cox of Real Talk to discuss college baseball, previewing MLB playoffs, and recapping the first week of the NFL season. They also break down their favorite moments from the Seahawks game and get slightly optimistic that the Mariners playoff drought is coming to an end. We're sponsored by Manscaped! Head to manscaped.com and enter code WASHED at checkout for 20% and free shipping. Don't forget to rate, review, follow, and subscribe o...

MLB Playoff Preview and NFL Returns

September 09, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

The twins look ahead to the end of the MLB regular season and which teams are potentially making a climb to the top! The Mariners are making a possible playoff push to hopefully end the longest professional postseason drought! Concluding the show with segments: Outside the Diamond, Highlights and Bloopers, and Quick KBO! We're sponsored by manscaped.com. Use code WASHED at checkout for 20% off + free shipping! Please follow, subscribe, rate and review on iTunes and Spotify and let's Climb Th...

MLB Trade Deadline and Mariners Pushing for the Playoffs

September 02, 2020 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

Our 13th episode discusses the craziness surrounding the MLB trade deadline. The Padres are heating up and we think they might be real contenders for the next couples seasons. The Mariners are making some big money moves and we think it might just pay off! Concluding the show with segments: Outside the Diamond, Beer League and Deep Cuts. We're sponsored by manscaped.com. Use code WASHED at checkout for 20% off + free shipping! Please follow, subscribe, rate and review on iTunes and Spotify a...

Andrew Willmon Joins CTL and A-Rod Buys Mets

August 26, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

The twins are joined by Andrew Willmon this week to talk about his collegiate baseball career, what it's like being a coach, and the future of college sports. Segments include: Outside the Diamond, Deep Cuts, and Highlights and Bloopers! We're always sponsored by manscaped.com! Use code WASHED at checkout for 20% off + free shipping. Please follow, subscribe, rate and review on iTunes and Spotify and let's Climb The Ladder! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzz...

Grand Salami Time for Tatis Jr. and The Cardinals Are Back

August 19, 2020 09:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

The twins are back this week to dive into the latest on baseball! Tatis Jr. is the talk of the league and all of sports media around the country - and we think he did the right thing! The Cardinals are finally back after a 17-day hiatus, and the Mariners are right where we expect them to be. Segments include: Quick KBO, Deep Cuts, Team Shoutouts and Are You Kidding Me?! We're always sponsored by manscaped.com! Use code WASHED at checkout for 20% off + free shipping. Please follow, subscribe,...

Great Weekend of Baseball & Float The River podcast host, Ben Sharman joins CTL

August 12, 2020 07:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

The twins recap a great weekend in baseball and touch on the 2020 powder blue uniforms. Long-time friend, teammate and current roommate, Ben Sharman, joins the show to talk growing up together, his baseball career and current poker career. Ben launches a brand new Washed Up Network podcast this month called Float The River. FTR discusses the game of poker, strategies, and highs and lows. Finally, introducing segment "2-Minute Twin Stories" to send you into your weekend laughing. We're always...

Straight Out of the Bayou with Joey Giglio

August 05, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Friend of the twins and future cousin-in-law Joey Giglio joins CTL to talk Louisiana sports, tailgates in the bayou, Cardinals baseball, the best kinds of beer and have some good laughs! Tune in for baseball memories, Highlights & Bloopers and more! As always, we're brought to you by MANSCAPED - use code WASHED at checkout for 20% off + free shipping. We have a BONUS GIVEAWAY with Fanhood Gear! Let's Climb The Ladder! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout...

Washed Up Founders and First Weekend of Baseball

July 29, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Myles Clifford and Clayton Panzeri join Climb The Ladder to talk with the twins about the first weekend of baseball, looking ahead to the football season, bubbles in other sports, Seattle Kracken are HERE and reflecting on the first 2 months of Washed Up Network! As always, we're brought to you by MANSCAPED - use code WASHED at checkout for 20% off + free shipping. Let's Climb The Ladder! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new

Opening Day Preview and Foot Fives

July 22, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

The twins preview opening day 2020 - finally! Baseball is back and it's going to unite America because people just need sports in their lives. Breaking down the start times for opening weekend, as well as preseason records for all of the teams. People are still getting paid - except Dak. Introducing new segment: Beer League Softball! Washed Up Network has lots going on and as always, we're brought to you by MANSCAPED - use code WASHED at checkout for 20% off + free shipping. Let's Climb The ...

French Fries, Hats and Madden Ratings

July 15, 2020 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MB

Today on Climb The Ladder, the twins talk about baseball being 1 week away, umpires opting out, and the Mets are still for sale! The twins are rocking their new Red, White & Washed Up hats, Hunter wants french fries and Duncan keeps hitting his head. Segments include Outside the Diamond, Quick KBO, Twin Talk and Highlights & Bloopers! Come climb the ladder with us! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new

Ballparks, Hot Dogs and 4th of July

July 08, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

We take a look at the power rankings of baseball stadiums! Joey Chesnut ate HOW MANY hot dogs?! Independence Day is the BEST! Pat Mahomes got a ridiculous amount of money. Outside the Diamond, Quick KBO and Highlights & Bloopers! Come climb the ladder with us! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new

Baseball is BACK and Wyoming Swim Coach Jim Bossert

July 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MB

Baseball is BACK and we could not be more excited! Players report to training on July 1st, we talk favorite baseball foods, how long until fans will be back in the stands, Outside the Diamond and Quick KBO! Come climb the ladder with us! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new

Dads, Cornhole and Dak

June 24, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB

The twins call their Dad to hear his favorite sports memories of them growing up. Will baseball ever return? Football players are getting contracts, baseball players want to play football, and one baseball star just signed with the KBO. Come climb the ladder with us! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new

Rob Manfred Sucks and Brayden Spears Joins CTL

June 17, 2020 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

The twins discuss baseball coming back, or possibly not at all. Boise State Baseball player, Brayden Spears joins CTL as Washed Up Network's first special guest. 2 new segments introduced: Twin Talk and Caught Stealing. Topped off with Quick KBO. Come climb the ladder into episode two! Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new

Tall Kettle-corn

June 09, 2020 18:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

The twins, @duncanrobertwin and @mehuntertwin introduce the baseball podcast Climb the Ladder! Everything from missing baseball to what they would be doing at the ballpark right now, listen in to hear what happens when they climb the ladder! Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe!  Support the show Become a supporter of the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1104101/supporters/new