Best David Atkins Podcasts (2025)

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Fernando Rodney Suits Up in Steeltown + Rays Identity Check 49:52

8h ago49:52

49:52

Fernando Rodney, World Series champion and current Hamilton Cardinals pitcher, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about his journey to play in the Intercounty Baseball League. He shares what it's been like to continue his career in Canada, his experience in the dugout with his new teammates, and how baseball has changed since his time in the…

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Rays Outslug Jays + Bullpen Confidence Levels 49:36

9h ago49:36

49:36

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker sort through the highs and lows of the Blue Jays' 11-9 loss to open their series against the Tampa Bay Rays. They dive into Jeff Hoffman's pitch selection in the ninth inning, the confidence levels in the back end of the bullpen, and Daulton Varsho's recent power surge. Dan Shulman (22:35), voice of the Blue Jays on Spor…

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Catching Up with Danny Jansen & Travis Snider 49:05

15m ago49:05

49:05

Danny Jansen, former Toronto Blue Jay and current Tampa Bay Rays catcher, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of this week's series at Rogers Centre. Danny chats about the Rays' situation playing in George M. Steinbrenner Stadium this season, what it's like joining a new team within the division, and how Tampa is able find so many "diamonds in …

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Hazel Mae Takes the Mound + Jays on the Rise 50:27

1h ago50:27

50:27

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open today's episode alongside Sportsnet's Hazel Mae! The trio chat about Hazel's upcoming first pitch at a Vancouver Canadians game this weekend in celebration of Women in Sports Day, before discussing all things Blue Jays. Hazel shares what's behind the drop in Jays' fans attendance during the team's road trip to Seatt…

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The #1 Rule to Winning an Argument Without Losing Your Cool: Say Less, Win More with Jefferson Fisher on How to Never Lose an Argument 57:36

2d ago57:36

57:36

If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation thinking “I wish I’d said that differently,” this episode is your new go-to guide. We’re joined by Jefferson Fisher—trial attorney turned viral communication expert with over 10 million followers and half a billion video views—who’s here to completely change the way you think about arguing. Whether it’…

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933 - We Can Grok It For You Wholesale feat. Mike Isaac (5/12/25) 1:23:44

24h ago1:23:44

1:23:44

Tech reporter Mike Isaac returns to the show for a round-up of the latest AI news. From collegiate cheating to funeral planning, Mike helps us make some sense of how this wonderful emerging technology is reshaping human society in so many delightful ways, and certainly is not a madness rune chipping away at what little sanity remains in our populat…

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Chris Rose Sits Down With Vladdy + Shi Davidi's Surprises & Disappointments 49:37

3d ago49:37

49:37

Shi Davidi, Sportsnet Blue Jays columnist, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker on a sunny Monday afternoon to chat about Toronto's climb back to .500. They dive into Addison Barger's strong weekend in Seattle, Yariel Rodriguez' run of good form out of the bullpen, George Springer's continued success, and prospect Arjun Nimmala's potential. Shi wraps …

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Jays Sweep in Their Home Away From Home 49:50

19h ago49:50

49:50

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are back on the airwaves following the Blue Jays' series sweep on the road in Seattle. The boys dive into the work by the pitching staff over the weekend, George Springer's clutch three-run homer on Sunday, Bo Bichette's production at the plate, as well as Addison Barger and Nathan Lukes' contributions. Later on, Jeff an…

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Best of Design Matters: David Kwong 1:00:26

3d ago1:00:26

1:00:26

With his expertise in enigmas and illusions, David Kwong delights and challenges audiences around the world with his intellectual brand of magic. He joins to discuss his one-man show, The Enigmatist, and his career as a magician, crossword puzzle constructor, and writer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Art of Durable Relief with Mike Timlin + John Schneider Live From Seattle! 49:01

6d ago49:01

49:01

Mike Timlin, four-time World Series champion reliever, opens the second hour alongside Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker. He discusses the keys to avoiding fatigue as a bullpen arm, Jeff Hoffman's transition to a closing role, how a manager can help get a reliever back on track, and how to know when it's time to change a routine. John Schneider (25:00), …

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Jays Steal One From the Halos + Jeff Passan's Player Stock Watch 50:26

6d ago50:26

50:26

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off Friday's episode with thoughts on the Blue Jays' 8-5 victory in the series finale against the Angels. The fellas dive into the highs and lows of Chris Bassitt's outing, Toronto's plan of attack against José Soriano's fastball, and what to expect from Kevin Gausman tonight in Seattle. Jeff and Kevin also look int…

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Bob Nightengale's Big League Overview + Shelton Sacked in Pittsburgh 48:33

5d ago48:33

48:33

Bob Nightengale, MLB columnist with USA Today, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the Pirates firing manager Derek Shelton and who's else might be on the hot seat around the league. Bob also checks in on the Blue Jays, before sharing his most disappointing team of the season so far, what to make of the Diamondbacks in 2025, and his tho…

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Blue Jays' Late-Game Grief Continues 50:36

5d ago50:36

50:36

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open the program with thoughts on the Blue Jays' 5-4 defeat at the hands of the Angels, capped off by Jeff Hoffman's blown save in the bottom of the ninth. The guys question Hoffman's late-game pitch selection, if the bullpen has been overworked of late, and what to make of Alan Roden's demotion to Triple-A. Later on, Je…

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Life After the Show with Ross Stripling 49:09

7d ago49:09

49:09

Former Toronto Blue Jay, Ross Stripling, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker on the heels of his announcement of retirement earlier this week. Ross chats about what's next for him after baseball, the advice he would offer his younger self, his favourite moments during his time in Toronto, and the state of baseball in 2025. Later on, Jayson Stark (24:…

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Jays' Bullpen Unravels in Anaheim 50:38

7d ago50:38

50:38

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker air out their grievances following the Blue Jays' 8-3 loss in the series opener against the Angels. The pair dive into the lineup's issues producing with runners in scoring position, Bo Bichette's lack of competitive at-bats, the bullpen's collapse in the eighth inning, and how to right the ship. Chris Leroux (29:28), fo…

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David Samson on Toronto's Troubles + Mark Gubicza's Halos Report! 49:31

9d ago49:31

49:31

David Samson, former MLB executive and host of Nothing Personal, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the Blue Jays continued offensive struggles. David weighs in on the state of the team heading into Los Angeles, Bo Bichette's ceiling, and how real George Springer's resurgence is, before wrapping with thoughts on who he would rather bui…

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Ureña Gets the Nod + Jays' Opportunity in L.A. 48:45

9d ago48:45

48:45

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off today's show teeing up the Blue Jays' opportunity to get back on track in their series opener at Angel Stadium. The boys take a closer look at Bo Bichette's lack of power, José Ureña's first start for the Jays, and how to attack opposing starter Tyler Anderson. Caleb Joseph (25:10), former MLB catcher turned Blu…

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Supplements Demystified: What Works, What’s Hype, and More with Cymbiotika Founder, Chervin Jafarieh 56:00

9d ago56:00

56:00

Everywhere you look — TikTok, Instagram, TV — someone’s telling you what supplements you should be taking. Nine pills before breakfast, powders, green drinks, gummies… it’s a lot. But what’s actually working and what’s just hype? Today, we’re cutting through the noise with the ultimate wellness truth-seeker himself: Chervin Jafarieh, founder of Cym…

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931 - Studies in Stupid feat. Sam Seder (5/5/25) 1:13:37

9d ago1:13:37

1:13:37

The Majority Report’s Sam Seder joins us today to share some deep research into American Stupids. We look at Trump’s weekend announcements regarding American film production & re-opening Alcatraz, both seemingly inspired by a TV broadcast of “Escape From Alcatraz” in West Palm Beach last Saturday. We also discuss Sam’s recent debate appearances inc…

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Managing Pitcher Fatigue + May's Early Contenders 48:42

9d ago48:42

48:42

Jensen Lewis, MLB Network Radio analyst and co-host of By the Books, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss Steven Kwan's instrumental role in the Guardians' success following their series in Toronto. The trio dive into the Blue Jays' bullpen and Kevin Gausman's bounce-back start, before taking a look at the MLB landscape in early May. After …

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No Fly Zone: Jays Offensive Frustrations 50:52

9d ago50:52

50:52

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker hit the airwaves for new week on the program recapping the Blue Jays' weekend set against the Guardians. The boys share their frustrations about the state of Toronto's offence, before taking a closer look at the team's bullpen usage and new additions to the pitching staff ahead of their upcoming road trip starting at Ang…

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BONUS: Michigan Raids on pro-Palestine Students 1:34:07

10d ago1:34:07

1:34:07

Felix speaks with Nora Hilgart-Griff from the TAHRIR Coalition and Liz Jacob from the Sugar Law Center for Social and Economic Justice about the Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel collaborating with the Trump DOJ in a series of raids on pro-Palestine students at the University of Michigan on April 23. Liz and Nora give background on Nessel's pre…

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Best of Design Matters: Frances Frei and Anne Morriss 1:15:00

10d ago1:15:00

1:15:00

Anne Morriss and Frances Frei are best-selling authors and among the world’s most influential thinkers, speakers, and advisors. Their clients range from Fortune 10 companies to tech founders to political leaders working to build national competitiveness. They join to talk about their new book, Move Fast and Fix Things, outlining a practical process…

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Power, Pitching & Process with John Schneider + Jeff Passan! 48:51

12d ago48:51

48:51

John Schneider, Manager of your Toronto Blue Jays, kicks off the second hour of the show alongside Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker. The skipper chats about his team's recent power surge, signs that Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is heating up, Mason Fluharty's deception on the mound, how to manage the fifth rotation spot, getting Kevin Gausman, Bowden Francis a…

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Back-to-Back Comebacks + Guarding the Six 50:19

12d ago50:19

50:19

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open Friday's show with thoughts on the Blue Jays' 4-2 comeback victory to claim the rubber match against the Boston Red Sox. They pair dive into Daulton Varsho's clutch at-bat that resulted in a opposite field home run, the job Mason Fluharty has done out of the bullpen, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s clutch moment to take…

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Building May Momentum + Ready for the Rubber Match 50:36

14d ago50:36

50:36

Madison Shipman, Blue Jays Central analyst, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about how Toronto can carry over the momentum of last night's electric win. The trio take a closer look at Anthony Santander's clutch home run, Alan Roden at the plate, Jeff Hoffman's presence in high-leverage spots, the rise of Brendon Little, José Berríos' plan …

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April Is Over! 49:02

13d ago49:02

49:02

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker rejoice following the Blue Jays' 7-6 walk-off win over the Red Sox in extra innings! The boys recap the marquee moments from the game including Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s clutch tag-up to move to third base, Anthony Santander's three-run blast, and Alejandro Kirk's heroics on his own bobblehead night. Jeff and Kevin also ta…

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A Trip Around the Majors + Pete Rose's HOF Eligibility 49:56

15d ago49:56

49:56

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker air out the remainder of their Blue Jays' frustrations, before teeing up tonight's lineup with Yariel Rodriguez on the mound. They welcome on Alanna Rizzo (12:22), MLB Network analyst and new member of NESN's Red Sox coverage, to take a look around the majors! The trio chat about the Dodgers' road to NL West title, Mooki…

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Gauging Jays Panic Levels with Dan Shulman 49:37

14d ago49:37

49:37

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker hit the airwaves following the Blue Jays' 10-2 defeat in last night's series opener against the Boston Red Sox. The boys sift through that stats that dictate just how bad Toronto's offense has been to start the season, before zooming out to discuss the level of panic around the organization and the fanbase. Jeff and Kevi…

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State of the Sox + Your Calls! 49:36

15d ago49:36

49:36

Alex Speier, Red Sox writer for the Boston Globe, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to help tee up this week's series in Toronto. Alex dives into how the Red Sox have rounded into form, the fan reception for Garrett Crochet, if Rafael Devers' DH debate is finally put to rest, Kristian Campbell's early returns, the state of Boston's bullpen, Jarren …

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The Varsho Must Go On with Shi Davidi 49:56

15d ago49:56

49:56

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open the show previewing tonight's series opener between the Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays. They begin with thoughts on Daulton Varsho's pending return; where he will slot into the lineup and who will be the odd man out on the roster. The boys move on to tee up this week's pitching matchups including who will get …

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Love Bombing, Breadcrumbing, “The Spark,” and Red Flags You Can’t Ignore with Dating Expert Kimberly Moffit 51:11

16d ago51:11

51:11

Dating has changed—dramatically. From ghosting to breadcrumbing, love bombing to the pressure of “the spark,” navigating modern romance can feel like a minefield. Enter Dr. Kimberly Moffit, renowned relationship therapist and dating expert, here to break it all down. In one of our most requested episodes ever, we dive into dating after divorce, how…

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929 - Given feat. Alex Nichols (4/28/25) 1:12:08

16d ago1:12:08

1:12:08

Fighter jets are just falling off the back of our aircraft carriers now in yet another Keystone Kops-ass bungle in the Red Sea. Gerry Connolly announces he’ll step down from the oversight committee in another moment of glory for the funeral home waiting room of Democratic leadership. Will reads us a profile of a new up-and-coming conservative influ…

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First Month Feelings with Jim Bowden & Buck Martinez 49:48

17d ago49:48

49:48

Jim Bowden, former MLB executive and current CBS Sports analyst, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to share his impressions from the first month of the season. Jim weighs in on when it's time to shake up an unproductive lineup and John Schneider's decision to keep Kevin Gausman on the mound during a tumultuous third inning, before taking a look aro…

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A Road Trip to Forget + Backyard Bats on the Big Stage 49:39

17d ago49:39

49:39

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open this week expressing their frustrations after the Blue Jays' series loss to the Yankees, capped off by a sweep of Sunday's double-header. The guys dive into Kevin Gausman's rough start and subsequent ejection, the team's ongoing offensive struggles, and how to address the lineup. Later on, Ryan LaPensee and Paul Lam…

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Best of Design Matters: David Remnick 57:34

17d ago57:34

57:34

Since 1998, David Remnick has been the editor of The New Yorker and has written hundreds of pieces for the magazine, including reporting from Russia, the Middle East, and Europe and Profiles of Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Katharine Graham, Mike Tyson, Bruce Springsteen and more. He also hosts the magazine’s national radio program and podcast, “The …

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Waking the Bats in the City That Never Sleeps with John Schneider 50:41

20d ago50:41

50:41

John Schneider, Manager of your Toronto Blue Jays, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker live from Yankee Stadium. Skip shares an update on Daulton Varsho, Nick Sandlin and Erik Swanson as they work back from injury, before getting into where Varsho would likely slot into the lineup when he returns and what went wrong for his team in Houston. John also…

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Bring On the Bronx Bombers + Jeff Passan! 49:03

20d ago49:03

49:03

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off Friday's episode teeing up this weekend's series in the Bronx. The pair break down José Berríos' keys to success against the Yankees' sluggers and how to navigate New York's lineup, before discussing Daulton Varsho's pending return and the idea of Bo Bichette batting fourth in the order. ESPN's Jeff Passan (23:2…

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Hitting 101 with Sean Casey + Caleb Joseph! 48:34

21d ago48:34

48:34

Sean Casey, former big leaguer and MLB Network analyst, kicks off the second hour alongside Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker! "The Mayor" weighs in on the Blue Jays' offensive shortcomings, the contagious nature of hitting, signs that a "slow starter" is heating up, what constitutes a mechanical change, and his most-underrated batter in baseball. Later …

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Headaches at the Plate: Everything's Bigger in Texas 51:00

21d ago51:00

51:00

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are back on the airwaves following the Blue Jays' sweep at the hands of the Houston Astros. The boys are fed up with Toronto's offensive drought and voice their concerns over the lack of quality at bats in Wednesday's series finale, along with the absence of slugging throughout the lineup. They then take some time to ope…

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Casey Candaele's Farm Report + Trade Market Check-In 50:04

22d ago50:04

50:04

Casey Candaele, Manager of the Buffalo Bisons, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to share the latest news from Sahlen Field! Skip breaks down Orelvis Martinez' work at the plate, how Daulton Varsho is progressing in his rehab stint, early standouts from the Triple-A roster, and Jake Bloss' upside on the mound. Later, David Schoenfield (31:42) takes…

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Jays Downed in H-Town with Ben Shulman 49:57

22d ago49:57

49:57

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open today's program recapping another quiet night for the Blue Jays' bats at Daikin Park. The guys dive into Chris Bassitt's six innings of work, Daulton Varsho's status as he continues to rehab his shoulder, and where Toronto's centre fielder should slot into the lineup when he returns. Later, Jeff and Kevin zoom out t…

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Movie Mindset 33 - Casino feat. Felix 1:53:50

22d ago1:53:50

1:53:50

The first episode of this season of Movie Mindset is free for all listeners as always. To listen to the rest of the season, subscribe at www.patreon.com/chapotraphouseWhen you love movies, you’ve got to watch them. There’s no other way…Movie Mindset Season 3 commences with our first ever single feature on the most referenced movie in Chapo Trap Hou…

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Solutions at the Plate + Get to Know the 'Stros 49:37

23d ago49:37

49:37

Joe Siddall, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to help diagnose Toronto's offensive issues following yesterday's 7-0 shelling. Joe shares his view on potential lineup changes to come, before sifting through the performances of Anthony Santander, George Springer, Alan Roden, and Alejandro K…

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Jays' Flightless Offence with Ryan Dempster 49:49

23d ago49:49

49:49

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open today's show rehashing their debate about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s lack of home run power early on this season. After agreeing to disagree, the guys move on to discuss the Blue Jays' 7-0 shutout loss at the hands of the Houston Astros. They chat about what they saw from Kevin Gausman on the mound Monday night, how to…

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Want to Be an Influencer in 2025? Conor Begley on the Do’s and Don’ts of Influencer Marketing 45:57

23d ago45:57

45:57

In this episode of Lipstick on the Rim, we dive deep into the ever-evolving world of influencer and creator marketing with Conor Begley, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder of CreatorIQ. From beauty and fashion to entertainment and beyond, Conor unpacks what’s really driving success in the creator economy—and why trust, authenticity, and communit…

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927 - Americas, The Beautiful feat. Greg Grandin (4/21/25) 1:25:39

23d ago1:25:39

1:25:39

Historian and author Greg Grandin joins us to discuss his new book America, América: A New History of the New World, which looks at the five century history of colonization & conquest of the New World, and how North & South America developed their distinct identities through a long history of mutual interaction and opposition. We also catch up with…

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