Ducksnort Baseball Podcast
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsDucksnort is a baseball podcast that approaches the game in a light-hearted but analytical way -- in other words, an antidote to hot take-style sports commentary. With tonal cousins that range from Ball Four to Baseketball, Ducksnort is made for fans looking to be both entertained and informed. Hosted by comedians and featuring expert guests, every episode of Ducksnort is a freewheeling discussion on the latest happenings, long history, weird quirks, crazy stats, and best stories of America’s pastime… BASEBALL.
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Episodes
38: Season Preview w/ Sean Morash
March 27, 2018 08:29 - 1 hourSean Morash, the co-founder of Off The Bench Baseball, dials in from the Pirates Spring Training facility to help launch a new partnership between his site and Ducksnort. Together, we make the standard preseason predictions -- playoffs, World Series, awards -- and some not so standard ones (3rd place in the Cy Young voting?). Plus Wayland and Greg talk about the excitement and disappointment of the first few weeks of any MLB season, and continue their project writing promotional slogans for e...
37: MLB Injury Draft w/ Greg Gallant
March 20, 2018 07:00 - 1 hourComedian Greg Gallant joins Ducksnort for a special Injury Draft, in which each player picks a team of the worst injuries a baseball player can suffer. Plus Greg and Wayland come up with slogans for the AL Central teams, and discuss a wide range of loosely baseball related topics, including RuPaul’s Drag Race, the MLB app, extra innings rule changes, and All Star Weekend. And thoughts on Byron Buxton, Billy Hamilton, Miguel Sano, Miguel Cabrera, Mike Moustakas, Kris Medlen, Freddie Freeman, J...
36: "The Yankees are good again, idiots” w/ Eric Acosta
March 13, 2018 07:01 - 1 hourRick and Morty’s Eric Acosta stops by to talk about the best and worst baseball movies, as well as which MLB stories we’d like to see adapted into film. Plus Greg and Wayland break down the Jake Arrieta, Mike Moustakas, and Lance Lynn contracts, as well as come up with slogans for the teams in the AL East. With thoughts on Yu Darvish, J.D. Martinez, Vladimir Guerrero, Jackie Robinson, Manny Machado, Devon Travis, Marcus Stroman, Kevin Pillar, Aroldis Chapman, Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, C...
35: "All roads lead to Eric Hosmer" w/ Dan Szymborski
March 06, 2018 08:00 - 55 minutesESPN’s resident stats expert Dan Szymborski joins us to talk about his organizational power rankings, the ZiPS projection system, and make Over/Under picks for the 2018 season. Greg and Wayland argue whether Spring Training games are worth watching, and pick the randomly interesting teams they want to follow this season. Plus thoughts on Shohei Otani, Mike Trout, Eric Hosmer, Scott Podsednik, Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, Eric Thames, Rhys Hoskins and more! Se...
34: "Pitchers and Catchers" w/ Steve Hofstetter
February 15, 2018 08:00 - 1 hourComedian Steve Hofstetter (MLB Network, Sports Illustrated) talks about the slow offseason, possible collusion, how minor leaguers are getting royally screwed, and the Mets’ Mets-ness. And Wayland, Greg, and Joe catch up on offseason news, including the Yu Darvish deal, then preview what they’re most excited about for the 2018 season. Plus thoughts on Matt Harvey, J.D. Martinez, Eric Hosmer, Mike Moustakas, Lorenzo Cain, Christian Yelich, Ed Vosberg, Willie Bloomquist, Marcell Ozuna, Evan Lon...
33: "Twenty nine GM's and Derek Jeter" w/ Chris Cotillo
December 19, 2017 08:00 - 47 minutesSB Nation’s MLB Insider Chris Cotillo tells us about his experience at this year’s Winter Meetings, exchanging info with agents and front offices, and where things stand with free agents like Yu Darvish, J.D. Martinez, and Eric Hosmer. And the Ducksnort Boys review the winners and losers of the offseason so far, including the Angels, Giancarlo Stanton, and Marlins fans. Plus thoughts on the Hall of Fame selection of Alan Trammell and Jack Morris, as well as big offseason movers like Shohei Ot...
32: "Tell us what to appreciate" w/ John Thorn
November 08, 2017 08:01 - 51 minutesMLB’s official historian John Thorn joins Ducksnort to discuss how the recently concluded World Series can be viewed from a historical perspective, and how the game continues to evolve. Then he names his favorite players ever. And the Ducksnort boys say farewell to the 2017 season -- a year of laughs, loves, and Aaron Judge. Plus thoughts on Gil Hodges, Justin Verlander, Clayton Kershaw, Stan Musial, Willie Mays, Ted Williams, King Kelly, Babe Ruth, Cap Anson, Duke Snider, Jackie Robinson, Ke...
31: "Game 5 Hangover" w/ Dodge Greenley
October 30, 2017 16:01 - 49 minutesRecorded immediately after the epic ending to World Series Game 5, the Ducksnort Boys make their predictions for how the series will end and review the craziness that’s happened so far -- including a record home run binge, the complete meltdown of both bullpens, and a conspiracy theory about World Series balls. Then artist and first-time baseball watcher Dodge Greenley explains why he decided to tune in this year, and how satisfying that decision has been. Plus thoughts on Alex Bregman, Kenle...
30: World Series SPECTACULAR w/ True Blue LA & The Crawfish Boxes
October 24, 2017 07:01 - 55 minutesAstros blogger Ryan Dunsmore (The Crawfish Boxes) and Dodgers blogger Eric Stephen (True Blue LA) join Ducksnort to preview the World Series, including keys to the series, how management has set each team up to win the championship, and which players could surprise with a David Freese-type MVP performance. Plus Greg and Wayland review the surprising (for different reasons) seasons of the Cubs and Yankees. With thoughts on Justin Verlander, Clayton Kershaw, Chris Taylor, Justin Turner, Austin ...
29: “The Kirk Gibson Curse” w/ Joe Posnanski & Carl Tart
October 16, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourMLB.com’s Joe Posnanski gives us his big takeaways from the playoffs so far, including changing bullpen usage and sky-high strikeout numbers, plus tells us who he thinks is the funnest player in baseball. Then Frank Thomas (Carl Tart, Fox’s Ghosted) explains how he analyzes baseball without actually watching it and plugs Nugenix, his home-brewed vitamin supplement. Finally, Greg and Wayland talk about the Indians’ disappointing end and Justin Verlander’s dominant Game 2 performance. Plus thou...
28: "Roast Beef and Ketchup” w/ Matthew Brian Cohen
October 10, 2017 07:00 - 57 minutesTalking MLB playoffs with comedian Matthew Brian Cohen (SNL's Weekend Update). Plus how the Yankees are shaping up for the future, and how Encylopedia Brown influences Matthew’s NL rooting interests. Matthew also encourages everyone to check out “Metsmerized” and the Ducksnort boys play another round of True Yankee or Not a Yankee. Plus thoughts on Aaron Judge, Gary Sanchez, Joe Girardi, Ronald Torreyes, CC Sabathia, Yan Gomes, Francisco Lindor, Jay Bruce, Aroldis Chapman, Greg Bird, Didi Gre...
27: “Jinx the Cubs” w/ Greg Gallant & Blake Rosier
October 03, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThe Ducksnort Boys make postseason predictions, which includes Greg hating on the Twins and trying to jinx the Cubs. Then Braves fan Greg Gallant (Son of Zorn) talks about rooting for the 1990’s “TBS” Braves, the disappointing 2000’s teams, and helps Greg and Wayland make 2017 awards picks. Finally, Giants batboy Bobby LaFleur (Blake Rosier, Upright Citizens Brigade) reveals a surprising secret about his true identity. Plus thoughts on Jose Altuve, Aaron Judge, Chris Sale, Corey Kluber, Aaron...
26: “Sons of Bitches” w/ Megan Brown, Matt Rath, Koz McRae
September 26, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourGreg, Joe and guest host Matt Rath join the big political/sports debate of the past week by discussing MLB catcher Bruce Maxwell joining the NFL’s kneeling protests, as well as the NBA’s response to the back-and-forth between Donald Trump and the Golden State Warriors. Then Megan Brown (@thatgirlondeck) calls in to talk about her beloved Brewers’ wild card hopes. Finally, actor and former college baseball player Koz McRae (V/H/S) talks about what makes a good or bad coach. Plus, thoughts on T...
25: “Dave Roberts’s seat is ice cold” w/ Eric Stephen & Ego Nwodim
September 19, 2017 07:00 - 58 minutesTrue Blue LA managing editor Eric Stephen stops by to talk about the Dodgers’ bipolar season, including their recent 1-16 stretch, Dave Roberts’s managerial prowess, and the tough decisions they need to make about their playoff roster. Then aspiring R&B singer Melanie Barnett (Ego Nwodim, Upright Citizens Brigade) sings us a few baseball-inspired songs in preparation for performing the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium. And Greg and Joe memorialize the Indians’ 22-game winning streak, plus ma...
24: “There is no White Sox Nation” w/ Jim Margalus & Mark Schroeder
September 12, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourSouth Side Sox managing editor Jim Margalus talks about the stages of a rebuilding team, the Indians’ epic winning streak, the evolution of sports blogging, and working for SB Nation. Then Field of Dreams’ Ray Kinsella (Mark Schroeder, Upright Citizens Brigade) stops in to explain the other things that ‘the Voice’ asks him to do, and pitch his new movie Corn Ghost. And the Ducksnort Boys laugh about the Red Sox stealing signs with an Apple Watch, then pick their favorite cheating scandals. Pl...
23: “Hank Aaron is a big wussie” w/ Eric Acosta & Josh Simpson
September 05, 2017 07:00 - 51 minutesGreg, Joe, and guest host Eric Acosta (Rick and Morty) discuss the benefits and mysteries of September call-ups, and their feelings on the start of football season eclipsing the end of baseball season. Then Jose Canseco (Josh Simpson, Upright Citizens Brigade) comes in with a chip on his shoulder to explain why he thinks he could out-homer Aaron Judge, pranking Rickey Henderson, and the magical night he spent with Paul McCartney. Plus thoughts on the start of fall, fantasy football, Robin Ven...
22: “The Sandlot represents the military-industrial complex” w/ Alex Fernie & Ben Axelrad
August 29, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourComedy writer and Tigers fan Ben Axelrad (Definitely Dying podcast) breaks down the Tigers-Yankees brawl, including Miguel Cabrera’s poor fighting technique, Gary Sanchez’s sucker punch, and the Justin Verlander/Victor Martinez beef. Then the Assistant Director of The Sandlot (Alex Fernie, Childrens Hospital) tells some surprisingly horrifying stories from the set of the classic baseball movie. And the Ducksnort boys analyze Rich Hill’s near perfect game, one of the strangest and most wonderf...
21: “Makes you think of Buck O’Neil” w/ Ryan Meharry & David Brown
August 22, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThe AL Wild Card Race is complete chaos, but Wayland and Greg try to pick the likely winners, as well as who they’d prefer to see grab a spot. Next comedian Ryan Meharry (Black-ish) talks about his beloved Royals, superstitions, and his least favorite sportswriters. Then a mystery guest (David Brown, Upright Citizens Brigade) seeks to reveal the biggest conspiracy baseball -- nay, American -- history. Plus thoughts on Jose Altuve, Mike Trout, Byron Buxton, Alcides Escobar, Eric Hosmer, Mike M...
20: “Aaron Judge was a crybaby” w/ Louie Lechich & Anais Fairweather
August 15, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourWhite Sox prospect Louie Lechich talks about playing with Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger, his conversion from centerfielder to relief pitcher, and why the minor leagues are “boring as shit.” Then Shirley the Vlogger (comedian Anais Fairweather, Upright Citizens Brigade) explains how tasting different ballpark foods led to serious health problems and a very small online following. Plus Greg and Wayland debate the merits of Giancarlo Stanton. Plus thoughts on Eloy Jimenez, Buddy Bell, Kris Brya...
19: “Because I’m Canadian” w/ Jonah Keri & Michael Capristo
August 08, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThe Dodgers are playing historically great baseball, so Greg and Wayland try to figure out what it would take to beat them. Then sportswriter Jonah Keri (CBS Sports, The Jonah Keri Podcast) calls in to tell the story of Tim Raines thanking him during Raines’s Hall of Fame induction speech, the prospect of MLB expanding back into Montreal, and how baseball could be better leveraging phenoms like Aaron Judge. Finally, Dodgers superfan Spencer Tate (Michael Capristo: Upright Citizens Brigade) ex...
18: “You’ll never be as good as your dad” w/ Mike Mitchell & George Barber
August 01, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourGreg and Wayland rank the 2017 Hall of Famers, salute Adrian Beltre for his 3,000th hit, and express shock at deadline trades (including some that haven’t happened yet). Then comedian and Red Sox fan Mike Mitchell (Netflix’s Love, Doughboys Podcast) breaks down the Dennis Eckersley/David Price feud, and speculates whether this year’s Boston team will be a triumph or a disaster. Finally, another Bostonian, Tommy Donnelly (George Barber - Upright Citizens Brigade), explains why he’s been celiba...
17: “Cancel my magazine subscriptions” w/ Jason Benetti & Marcy Jarreau
July 25, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourGreg and Wayland talk about how bullpen usage might shape the trade deadline and playoffs, and wonder if anyone cares about the boring stuff they buy off Amazon. Then White Sox and ESPN play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti calls in to give his opinion on homerism in TV broadcasts, and what makes a well-rounded announcer. Finally, minor league concessions worker Cindy Thibodeau (aka comedian Marcy Jarreau, Upright Citizens Brigade) dishes on the hot gossip happening in her stadium. Plus though...
16: “The Food Network is huge right now” w/ Casey Feigh & Evan Riney
July 18, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourGreg and Wayland break down the Jose Quintana trade from the point-of-view of a White Sox fan and a Cubs fan, respectively, and Wayland reminisces about getting married during the NLCS. Then friend of the podcast Evan Riney (Upright Citizens Brigade) calls in to discuss the Braves rebuild, what the Royals should do at the trade deadline, and Andruw Jones’s place in baseball history. Finally actor-comedian Casey Feigh (Tapped podcast) pitches some ideas to make baseball more fun (mid-game eati...
15: “Apologize to Stan Musial right now” w/ Johnny Meeks & Dan Lippert
July 11, 2017 17:26 - 1 hourThe Ducksnort boys preview the All Star Game and suggest ways to get your baseball fix during the two baseball-less days afterwards. Then actor/comedian Johnny Meeks (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) joins the podcast to talk about his beloved St. Louis Cardinals including Paul DeJong’s surprising season, Willie McGee’s old man face, and the somewhat controversial “Cardinal Way.” Finally, inventor Pam Lindeman (Dan Lippert: Upright Citizens Brigade, Earwolf) explains his revolutionary athlete genital pro...
14: “Mike Piazza Always Said...” w/ Cody Kopp & Jess Seay-Klatt
July 04, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourWayland and Joe talk about how Joe’s views of baseball have changed since starting the podcast. Then comedian/Diamondbacks fan Cody Kopp talks about the best ballparks in MLB and the evolution of ballpark food. Finally, fifteen-year-old Charlie Pickles (Jess Seay-Klatt, Upright Citizens Brigade) shares with us his dreams of breaking into the big leagues, and the best ways to break your arm. Plus thoughts on Paul Goldschmidt, Randy Johnson, Mike Piazza, Rookie of the Year, Mariano Rivera, Luis...
13: “How much does Max Kepler make?” w/ Megan Brown & Paige Klone
June 27, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourGreg and Wayland try to decide who would win an Astros-Dodgers World Series, plus what the baseball equivalent of Air Jordans is. Then baseball commentator Megan Brown calls in to pick All Star starting lineups, explain why she’s a Brewers fan from Indianapolis, and remind everyone that Bill Hall was a baseball player. Finally, tech entrepreneur Katy Plootner (Paige Klone, Upright Citizens Brigade) explains the development of her new dating app Third Base, which was developed exclusively so s...
12: “Robo-Vin Scully” w/ Lana Berry & Patrick McDonald
June 20, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThe Ducksnort Boys share Father’s Day baseball memories (one of them involves sabotage) and weigh whether the Royals and Blue Jays should buy or sell at the trade deadline. Then internet baseball celeb Lana Berry calls in to talk about growing up on Nolan Ryan, switching her loyalty to the Dodgers, and why the team should create a robot Vin Scully. Finally, Marty Norworth (Patrick McDonald, The Late Late Show) explains how he created some of baseball’s most famous crowd chants, and proposes a...
11: “I’ve been rejected on two Kiss Cams” w/ Matty Smith & Katie Plattner
June 13, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourInspired by Scooter Gennett’s four home run game, Greg and Wayland play “Would You Rather” with incredible baseball achievements, and talk about their favorite ways to digest baseball stats. Then writer-director Matty Smith (Funny or Die) stops by to talk about ways baseball should move into the 21st century, including making Mike Trout and Bryce Harper into bigger pop culture stars. Finally, former ESPN statistician Shneela Lederman (Katie Plattner, Upright Citizens Brigade) gets a little to...
10: “I’m Mr. Met and I’m a New Yorker” w/ Anna Kryczka & Anthony Soike
June 06, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourGreg and Wayland discuss Albert Pujols’s 600th home run and Edinson Volquez’s no-hitter, the mysterious comings and goings of a pitcher’s best stuff, and what a useless statistic the ‘win’ is. Then Chicago sports fan (and Joe’s rec league teammate) Anna Kryczka visits the studio to talk about the Cubs’ disappointing start, Joe Maddon’s wacky managing, and whether she’d buy David Ortiz’s used bed. Finally, after getting fired by the Mets earlier this week for flipping off some fans at Citi Fie...
9: “I’m better than two Mike Trouts” w/ Matt Cordova & Josh Monk
May 30, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThe Ducksnort boys review the most disappointing teams of 2017 (hi Mets!), then talk baseball superstitions after Greg jinxed (aka “Dursted”) Miguel Gonzalez’s perfect game attempt. Next, comedian and actor Matt Cordova (Superior Donuts) stops by to tell us about facing Dallas Braden as a kid in Babe Ruth league, his hometown’s self-centered umpire, and “Casey at the Bat.” Finally, injured Giants’ All-Star pitcher Madison Bumgarner (Josh Monk, Upright Citizens Brigade) recounts the details of...
8: “Touch Me I’m Sick” w/ Devin Field & Jeff Johnson
May 23, 2017 07:01 - 1 hourA trip to Angels Stadium for Mike Trout bobblehead night prompts the Ducksnort boys to discuss the lack of great pitchers amongst baseball’s young stars and decide which of them are Hall of Fame locks. Then Kansas City Royals jumbotron director Jeff Johnson tells us about the process that goes into showing everything from the Kiss Cam to rain delay programming at baseball stadiums, why you’ll never see a called third strike on replay, and that George Brett is a swell guy. Finally, Mariners st...
7: “Bobby Bonilla’s a Great Name” w/ Mary Sasson & Alex Berg
May 16, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourBlue Jays centerfielder Kevin Pillar’s incredible catch reminds Greg and Wayland of their favorite baseball fets (including Chris Sale’s slider and Bo Jackson’s everything), plus the guys do some REALLY great transitions. Then comedian Mary Sasson (Upright Citizens Brigade) talks about being a fan of the Pirates during the Barry Bonds years, and picking back up again in the era of Andrew McCutchen. Finally, grumpy old man Victor Pebblesmythe (Alex Berg, Earwolf) complains about the kids in th...
6: “You're Making Me Like the White Sox” w/ Eric Acosta and Peter Banifaz
May 09, 2017 15:50 - 1 hourGreg and Wayland try to break down what the hell has been going on with Manny Machado and the Red Sox, then Joe guesses what BABIP is. Guest Eric Acosta (Rick and Morty) talks about being a White Sox fan in Cubs crazy Chicago, where Frank Thomas ranks among the best hitters of the 90’s, whether Ken Harrelson (aka The Hawk) is a good announcer, and what his wife thinks of his baseball obsession. Then ex-convict Little Charlie Ballstein (Peter Banifax, Veep, The UCB Show) tells the story of how...
5: “Joe Buck Is Very Nice” w/ Nicole Byer and Joel Church-Cooper
May 02, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThe Ducksnort boys try and figure out if they’re baseball experts, and shine a spotlight on some of the funnest players of 2017, including Wil Myers, Anthony Rendon and Gift Ngoepe. Then Joel Church-Cooper, creator of IFC’s baseball announcer comedy Brockmire starring Hank Azaria, tells us about the show’s origins, notable dead person Ray Chapman, the best sports video games, and attending a Japanese league game. Finally, baseball whiz kid Cody Jenkins (Nicole Byer: Girl Code, Loosely Exactly...
4: “Austin Powers is Not a True Yankee” w/ Maddox and Matthew Brian Cohen
April 25, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourWayland and Greg banter about the absences of Madison Bumgarner and Starling Marte, as well as guess if Eric Thames or Jason Vargas is for real, and if the Blue Jays are screwed. Then comedian Matthew Brian Cohen (SNL Weekend Update, McSweeney’s) judges whether everyone from Alex Rodriguez to Bernie Williams to Jason Giambi to Austin Powers are True Yankees. Finally, best-selling author Maddox (The Best Page in the Universe, The Alphabet of Manliness) tells us his one opinion on baseball. S...
3: "I Get Paid in Dodger Dogs" w/ Chris Trew, Josh Simpson & Jake Jabbour
April 18, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThe boys reflect on Jackie Robinson Day and celebrate the round mound of the pitching mound, Bartolo Colon. Then stand up comedian and “Mayor of New Orleans Sports” Chris Trew calls in to tell us about spending a week living in the AAA baseball stadium of the newly renamed New Orleans Baby Cakes. Finally, legendary broadcaster Vin Scully (Josh Simpson) stops by accompanied by non-legendary batboy Ronald Turkin (Jake Jabbour), and they both tell stories of their 67 years spent with the Dodgers...
2: "Jose Canseco Loves Pepper" w/ Emily Schmidt and Carl Tart
April 11, 2017 07:13 - 1 hourPicking second favorite teams for the 2017 season is hard business but someone (the Ducksnort Boys) has to do it, then Wayland proposes a rule change. Comedian Emily Schmidt (Netflix’s Girlboss) talks about being a Minnesota Twins fan with typical midwestern politeness, including crushing on Brad Radke and missing Justin Morneau, even as Greg vents about how much he hates the Twins. Then Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson (Carl Tart, MadTV) tries to tell stories of his historic career, but mostly...
1: "Don't Make Me Defend Mariano Rivera" w/ Will Hines
April 07, 2017 06:00 - 1 hourWayland and Greg share observations about the first week of baseball, including Madison Bumgarner’s insane first game and Ken Giles’s insane beard. Then comedian Will Hines (Broad City, Adam Ruins Everything) joins the guys to make 2017 predictions and talk about growing up with Fred Lynn and Jim Rice, life as Red Sox fan in Yankees country during the Pedro Martinez/Manny Ramirez years, and whether Mariano Rivera is overrated. Then they make 2017 predictions, including for AL MVP not named Mi...
0: Sneak Preview - "Intros, Spring Training and World Baseball Classic"
March 22, 2017 07:00 - 46 minutesWayland, Greg, and Joe talk about attending the World Baseball Classic semifinal, whether Spring Training is fun, becoming baseball fans, NOT becoming baseball fans, the Black Sox, advanced stats, trumpets, Javier Baez, the Royals, Matt Brown, and more in a preview of Ducksnort Baseball Podcast -- a new new sports and comedy show on Boardwalk Audio. tl;dr Listen to laugh about baseball. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...