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Join hosts Rick Becker and Jim Ward as they talk baseball and Ireland on the Irish Baseball Podcast. The Irish Baseball Podcast is a production of the Irish American Baseball Society.
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Notre Dame Baseball and Moneyball: An Interview with Steve Stanley | Episode 36
4d ago
17 mins
Notre Dame Baseball and Moneyball: An Interview with Steve Stanley | Episode 36
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, we're talking with Steve Stanley, on the 20th anniversary of Notre Dame's improbable run to the College Baseball World Series. As the team’s co-captain, Stanley was well aware of the expectations for his club. “We were not well known. We were not supposed to go to the World Series.” Stanley also found himself immortalized in the classic baseball book by Michael Lewis, “Moneyball.” The Oakland Athletics took Stanley in the second round of the MLB First Year Player Draft the same year that book was being written. Despite having a ton of speed, A’s general manager Billy Beane wanted Stanley for a different reason. “They felt like it was my on-base that was really going to drive me having success in professional baseball.” He adds, “That was why they drafted me, and I was very thankful that was one of the things that I was able to have success with, even through Minor League Baseball, was getting on base.” Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
4d ago
17 mins
Baseball’s Early Irish Influence and Irish GAA Games with Mike Cronin | Episode 35
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, Rick Becker speaks with Mike Cronin, w ho is the Academic Director for Boston College Ireland, about baseball's early Irish influence and the GAA. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
May 9 2022
22 mins
Going Deep with Rays Radio Voice Dave Wills | Episode 34
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, we're going deep with a conversation from the "Craic and the Bat" show on Irish Baseball TV! In this conversation, host Shaun Clancy talks baseball, broadcasting, St. Patrick's Day and more with Tampa Bay Rays radio voice Dave Wills! Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Apr 25 2022
26 mins
Shane Barclay From Japan Ball Talks International Baseball | Episode 33
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, host Rick Becker talks with Shane Barclay of JapanBall.com. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Apr 11 2022
22 mins
Baseball’s Heart is in the Minor Leagues: Part 2 | Episode 32
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, host Rick Becker continues the conversation with James Christopher of the "Lets Get Two" podcast. James, an Astros fan who is also a member of the Irish American Baseball Society, travels to minor league ballparks around the country. We're also joined by Irish American Baseball Society founder John Fitzgerald to discuss April's Irish Baseball Birthdays. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Mar 30 2022
26 mins
The Surprisingly American Roots of Modern Saint Patrick’s Day | Episode 31
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, host Rick Becker is joined by Mike Cronin to discuss the history of the holiday. Cronin is the Academic Director for Boston College Ireland. In the second segment, John Fitzgerald joins Rick to about Baseball United's newest youth baseball program in Ireland. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Mar 14 2022
28 mins
Baseball’s Heart is in the Minor Leagues | Episode 30
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, host Rick Becker talks with James Christopher of the "Lets Get Two" podcast. James, an Astros fan who is also a member of the Irish American Baseball Society, travels to minor league ballparks around the country. James believes the soul of baseball can be found in the minors: “I will go to way more Minor League games than I will go to Minute Maid Park this year, and I think it is because I think that the heart of the game exists in all these other communities. I don’t think the heart of the game exists in the thirty Major League cities anymore.” Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Feb 28 2022
22 mins
Former Scout Phil Riccobono and Baseball United News | Episode 29
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Author and former Phillies scout Phil Riccobono continues his conversation with host Rick Becker. IABS Founder John Fitzgerald discusses news from the Baseball United Foundation. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Feb 14 2022
23 mins
Author and Former Phillies Scout Phil Riccobono and February’s Irish Baseball Birthdays | Episode 28
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Phil Riccobono talks about his new book, "Baseball English," scouting in Japan, and Shohei Ohtani.IABS Founder John Fitzgerald runs down the list of Irish Baseball Birthdays for February. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Jan 31 2022
23 mins
Artist Sean Kane (Part 2) and Baseball in Ireland | Episode 27
On this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Artist Sean Kane gives us an in-depth look at the creative process behind his painted baseball glove art.IABS Founder John Fitzgerald discusses how the Baseball United Foundation is introducing baseball to kids in Northern Ireland. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Jan 17 2022
25 mins
Artist Sean Kane and Irish Baseball Birthdays for January | Episode 26
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Artist Sean Kane on growing up a Cubs fan, combining his passion for art and baseball, and working with the Irish American Baseball Society.IABS Founder John Fitzgerald discusses January's Irish Baseball Birthdays with host Rick Becker. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Jan 3 2022
26 mins
Ted Sullivan: The Barnacle of Baseball | Episode 25
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, host Rick Becker interviews Pat O'Neill and Tom Coffman, authors of "Ted Sullivan, Barnacle of Baseball: The Life of the Prolific League Founder, Scout, Manager and Unrivaled Huckster." For more information on the book, visit: https://www.amazon.com/Ted-Sullivan-Barnacle-Baseball-Unrivaled/dp/1476684782 Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Dec 20 2021
22 mins
Emma Tiedemann (Part 2) and Dr. William E. Watson (Part 2) | Episode 24
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Jim Ward continues his discussion with Emma Tiedemann, Director Of Broadcasting for the Portland Sea Dogs, the AA affiliate of the Boston Red Sox.Rick Becker goes in-depth with Dr. William E. Watson about the Duffy's Cut project. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Dec 6 2021
23 mins
Emma Tiedemann, Jim Palmer, Dr. William E. Watson | Episode 23
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Jim Ward talks with Emma Tiedemann, Director Of Broadcasting for the Portland Sea Dogs, the AA affiliate of the Boston Red Sox.Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Palmer discusses the Baltimore Orioles and the American League East.Rick Becker speaks with Dr. William E. Watson about the Duffy's Cut project. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Nov 22 2021
22 mins
Steve Garvey, Author Patrick Mahoney, and Iron Joe McGinnity | Episode 22
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Steve Garvey shares his memories of Mickey Mantle, Gil Hodges, and being a batboy for the Dodgers.Author and IABS member Patrick Mahoney on studying the history of baseball in Ireland and the connection between baseball and Irish immigrants in 19th century America.Host Jim Ward looks back at the career of Irish Baseball Legend "Iron Joe" McGinnity. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Nov 8 2021
23 mins
Brant Ust, Ryan O‘Hearn, and Irish Baseball Legend Mickey Welch | Episode 21
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Royals 1B/OF Ryan O'Hearn Former Notre Dame standout and professional baseball player Brant UstIrish Baseball Legend Mickey Welch Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Oct 25 2021
21 mins
Ryan Fitzgerald, Steve Garvey, and Dan Brouthers | Episode 20
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Jim Ward talks with Red Sox minor leaguer Ryan FitzgeraldIABS Member and baseball legend Steve Garvey tells an amazing story about meeting Jackie Robinson as a boyWe meet an Irish Baseball Legend named Dan Brouthers Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Oct 11 2021
19 mins
Jim Ward on Baseball, Ireland, Broadcasting, and More! | Episode 19
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast, host Rick Becker interviews co-host Jim Ward about his Irish heritage, love of baseball from youth to today, and his broadcasting career. Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Sep 27 2021
20 mins
Mike Glavine and Sean Casey | Episode 18
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Part 2 of Jim Ward's interview with Northeastern University coach Mike Glavine. Mike talks about facing Todd Helton in a home run derby, the similarities between his playing career and Crash Davis from Bull Durham, and more!MLB Network's Sean Casey thanks Shaun Clancy from Foley's NY for raising money to help the Miracle League of the South Hills. Sean and Shaun also discuss what's next for Foley's and the Irish American Baseball Hall of Fame! Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Sep 13 2021
17 mins
Author Christopher Klein, Retired Umpire Jim Joyce, and Sportscaster Duke Castiglione | Episode 17
In this episode of the Irish Baseball Podcast: Author Christopher Klein discusses the Irish influence on the early days of baseballRetired umpire Jim Joyce talks about missing baseballDuke Castiglione talks about growing up Irish with an Italian last name Visit the Irish American Baseball Society to learn more about Irish Baseball and baseball in Ireland!
Aug 30 2021
25 mins
