Best Josh Barker Podcasts (2025)

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When to Pivot, Persevere, or Purge with Josh Barker 33:31

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26d ago33:31

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Pivoting isn’t failure—it’s progress. In this episode of the City Innovations Podcast, Chris Tromp (COO, City Innovations) talks with Josh Barker (CEO & Founder, City Innovations) about the emotional and strategic realities of changing course, calling it quits, or pivoting. They unpack why failure is a critical part of learning and how focusing on …

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Emergency Pod: Blue Jays Land Dylan Cease 15:11

4h ago15:11

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reconvene for an emergency podcast to discuss the Blue Jays reported signing of right-handed pitcher Dylan Cease to a 7-year, $210 million contract. It's the largest pitching contract handed out by Toronto in franchise history and Blair and Barker break it all down! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are th…

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The Making of a Gender Heretic | Ben Appel #044 1:40:21

3d ago1:40:21

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The Making of a Gender Heretic – in this episode I’m joined by writer and commentator Ben Appel, author of Cis White Gay: The Making of a Gender Heretic.👉🏼 Buy "Cis White Gay" - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637586280We talk about growing up in a Christian covenant community, escaping a cult-like religious upbringing, discovering he was gay, and how h…

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Braylon Staley 22:20

6d ago22:20

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This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down Tennessee Football wide receiver Braylon Staley, a breakout star for one of the nation’s top offensive units. Staley opens up about his upbringing, his always-positive personality, and the family support that shaped him long before he stepped onto the field at Neyland Stadium. He reflects on why Knoxville felt li…

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EP 149 - How to Get Your Church’s December Guests Back in January, with Ryan Wakefield 27:06

8d ago27:06

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Church Fuel CEO, Ryan Wakefield, and Leaders.Church Co-Founder, Dick Hardy, dialogue on what pastors and church leaders should focus on as they head into the holidays. Their major focus is not only on Christmas invites but even MORE on getting those December guests to return for whatever you have planned for January. Ryan is also giving away three …

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Janiah Barker 27:42

13d ago27:42

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This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Lady Vol forward Janiah Barker for her first in-depth conversation since joining Tennessee Basketball. Barker reflects on her journey from playing at Texas A&M and UCLA to finding her home at Rocky Top. She shares what drew her to Tennessee, the connection she’s built with Coach Kim Caldwell, and how she’s a…

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I Called Them Homophobes… and THEY ARRESTED ME! | Graham Linehan on Free Speech in Britain #043 53:58

15d ago53:58

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I Called Them Homophobes… and THEY ARRESTED ME! | Graham Linehan on Free Speech in Britain #043Comedian Graham Linehan was recently arrested at Heathrow Airport over tweets mocking trans ideology. In this explosive interview, he joins me to discuss what really happened and what it reveals about the state of free speech in the UK.---We explore the g…

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Josh Elander 25:14

20d ago25:14

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This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with newly named Tennessee Baseball head coach Josh Elander for his first in-depth conversation since taking over the program. Elander reflects on a whirlwind few weeks for him and his family, the moment it all became real, and the overwhelming support from fans, alumni, and players across Vol Nation. He discusse…

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Mark Shapiro & Ross Atkins End-Of-Season Avails 1:24:13

20d ago1:24:13

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We hear from Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro and General Manager Ross Atkins discussing a wide range of topics, including Shapiro's contract, Bo Bichette's free agency, Shane Bieber picking up his player option and much more! Plus, Jeff Blair heads to the Back-Leg Line to get your reactions on the Jays' front office end-of-season media ava…

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Post-World Series Priorities with David Samson 49:44

23d ago49:44

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Former MLB President and host of 'Nothing Personal' David Samson (1:28) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about how he would plan for the upcoming offseason, assessing 'breakout years' from the likes of Ernie Clement and George Springer, Jeff Hoffman overcoming the game-tying home run in Game 7, Yoshinobu Yamamoto's uniqueness, how he would…

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An Incredible Run Comes to an End 49:38

23d ago49:38

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Toronto Blue Jays' Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, falling short of a World Series title. They break down the game, including Jeff Hoffman giving up a game-tying home run to the Dodgers' nine-hole hitter and Isiah Kiner-Falefa's base-running in the ninth inning. Then, they share positive takeaways …

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The Magnitude of 'One More Game' with Pat Gillick 49:26

26d ago49:26

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker hear from both Bo Bichette and John Schneider ahead of Game 6, reacting to Bo's comments about his future, returning from injury to play in the World Series, his maturity through the years within the Blue Jays' organization, and John's comments on how he spent Halloween at his doorstep a year ago to now having the chance…

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A Chance to Close Out Against Yamamoto 50:17

26d ago50:17

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It's game day! Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to Game 6, a potential World Series-clinching stage for the Jays against the Dodgers. They go through the lineup, including George Springer's return to the lead-off spot and Bo Bichette's corresponding move back to second base. Then, two-time World Series champ and MLB Network's Al Leiter joins …

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Closing Out the World Series with MVP Jack Morris 49:52

27d ago49:52

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by 3-time World Series Champion and National Baseball Hall of Famer Jack Morris (4:20) to chat Trey Yesavage's historic Game 5 start in the World Series, the differences in pitching in the Fall Classic and regular season, how Kevin Gausman should approach pitching in a clincher, playing in extra-inning postsea…

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One. More. Win. 49:48

27d ago49:48

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the LA Dodgers in Game 5 to take a 3-2 World Series lead back to Toronto. They discuss Trey Yesavage's masterpiece on the mound and Addison Barger's awareness on the basepaths before looking ahead to Game 6 and how the Jays adjust to Yoshinobu Yamamoto the second time through. Later…

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Can Jays Take a Fall Classic Lead Back to Toronto? 49:43

28d ago49:43

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the second hour leading up to Game 5 of the World Series with Baseball Today host and Jomboy Media's Chris Rose (1:00). He shares his impressions of the first four games of the Fall Classic, the Dodgers' bottom-of-the-order hole, Chris Bassitt's bullpen breakout, and a national POV of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s postse…

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Jays Get to Ohtani to Even Up World Series 49:33

28d ago49:33

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start with a look back on the Blue Jays' 6-2 win over the Dodgers in Game 4 to tie up the World Series, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s big home run off Shohei Ohtani and Shane Bieber's bounce-back. Then, they look ahead to Game 5, how the starters in Blake Snell and Trey Yesavage will adjust from their Game 1 outings,…

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Overcoming an 18-Inning Loss Ahead of Game 4 49:25

29d ago49:25

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by MLB Network analyst and two-time World Series champion Jake Peavy to chat about what he thinks the message would be in the Blue Jays clubhouse before Game 4 after a gut-wrenching Game 3 loss, Shane Bieber's gameplan at attacking Shohei Ohtani, hitting against high velo pitches, and why we're seeing two of t…

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Questionable Decisions in the Game 3 Marathon 49:48

29d ago49:48

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' marathon Game 3 against the LA Dodgers, a 6-5 in the 18th inning. They reflect on the Jays' consequential decision to pitch to Shohei Ohtani in the seventh inning, John Schneider's pinch-run replacements, questionable umpire calls, Nathan Lukes' 12-inning at-bat against Clayton Kershaw with th…

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A Must-Win for Both Teams at Dodger Stadium 49:37

1M ago49:37

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by former MLB pitcher and co-host of 'VSiN By The Books' Jensen Lewis (1:03) to chat about the challenges for the Blue Jays playing in a late afternoon game in L.A. for the next three World Series games that includes shadows, the keys to attacking Tyler Glasnow and vice versa for pitching against the Jays' bat…

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Sizing Up Game 3's Starters with Jeff Passan and Eric Karros 49:21

1M ago49:21

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As the World Series heads to Los Angeles, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to Monday night's Game 3 and share their expectations for the game's starters in Max Scherzer and Tyler Glasnow before welcoming ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan to the show (11:33). They discuss how Scherzer and George Springer are viewed in LA, whether Game 3 is a must-w…

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World Series Game 1 Special Preview 1:08:07

1M ago1:08:07

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker had the chance to chat with Blue Jays' pitching coach Pete Walker (1:13) from the World Series Media Day to talk about Trey Yesavage making his first Fall Classic start, Chris Bassitt's adjustment into a bullpen role during the ALCS and his projected workload against the L.A. Dodgers, and Jeff Hoffman's closing confidenc…

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Bo is Back + Blue Jays' National Reach 56:34

1M ago56:34

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the Blue Jays' Game 1 lineup, which includes Bo Bichette in the clean-up spot and at second base. They weigh in on the decision and look at the rest of the World Series roster before listening in on Ross Atkins' and Bichette's game-day availability. Later, TVA Sports' play-by-play announcer Denis Casavant (27:58…

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EP 147 - Dealing with Conflict in the Church - Tim Barker 18:39

1M ago18:39

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Every church will eventually encounter conflict. It’s a tough but essential challenge for growth and unity. In today’s podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with Pastor Tim Barker, the South Texas Network Superintendent, who oversees more than 300 churches and nearly 1,000 pastors. With decades of experience, he understands how to lead through…

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Cade Phillips 29:16

1M ago29:16

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This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with junior forward Cade Phillips as Tennessee basketball gears up for the 2025 season. Phillips reflects on a fast offseason, lessons from back-to-back Elite Eight runs, and stepping into a leadership role as the most tenured Vol on the roster. He talks about the team’s chemistry with five new freshmen and three tra…

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State of MLB with Rob Manfred + '93 World Series MVP Paul Molitor 49:31

1M ago49:31

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by the Commissioner of Major League Baseball Rob Manfred (0:35) to chat about the current state of the game on the field and for audiences across all mediums and the world, the international stage being highlighted for the Fall Classic, how MLB approaches the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics in L.A., Rogers Centr…

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Yesavage Gets Game 1, Bo's Options, and Pat Hentgen 49:51

1M ago49:51

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the Blue Jays announcing Trey Yesavage as the Game 1 starter for the World Series and lay out their expectations for the 22-year-old. Then, Bo Bichette sits down with Jeff and Kevin (16:40) to discuss his recovery and how he'd approach possibly playing second base. Later, Dodgers President Stan Kasten (20:52) re…

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How Dodgers & Jays Match Up + Hall of Famer Frank Thomas 49:47

1M ago49:47

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MLB Network's Jon Morosi joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (1:11) to discuss how the Blue Jays match up against the L.A. Dodgers, the differences in types of pitchers and hitters the Milwaukee Brewers have compared to the American League champions, John Schneider's bullpen usage, why Chris Bassitt should get more run in the World Series, and projec…

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Is Game 1 a Must-Win? 49:47

1M ago49:47

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to Friday's Game 1 of the World Series and discuss the Blue Jays' keys against the Dodgers. They get into L.A.'s starting pitching edge and project how John Schneider will deploy the bullpen. Then, former MLB pitcher and cohost of Intentional Talk, Ryan Dempster, stops by (23:46) to discuss his World Series ru…

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EP 148 - Is Deconstruction in the Church Really the Right Thing to Be Doing? - Bobby Gourley 12:22

1M ago12:22

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In this podcast, we talk with Leaders.Church member pastor Bobby Gourley, on the topic of Deconstruction in the Church. This discussion will clarify for many, what is good and what is bad about deconstruction. Pastor Bobby challenges all of us to seek God in the leadership of our churches. In doing so, we need to always separate what has become acc…

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Who Killed the Expos? + World Series Back-Leg Line! 49:45

1M ago49:45

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome back former MLB President and host of Nothing Personal, David Samson (1:05) to revisit the fallout of the Montreal Expos as the newest Netflix documentary "Who Killed the Montreal Expos" releases which included Jeff and David, before looking towards the financial implications for both teams entering the World Ser…

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The Blue Jays Are Going to the World Series! 49:54

1M ago49:54

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The Blue Jays are going to the World Series for the first time in 32 years! Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker listen back on all the calls of George Springer's clutch, go-ahead home run in the seventh inning of Game 7, discuss the teams' winding path to this point, and look ahead at the decisions the team will have to make ahead of Friday's Game 1 agains…

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Can Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Deliver Once Again? 49:53

1M ago49:53

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ESPN's MLB Insider Jeff Passan joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (3:20) to chat about if the Los Angeles Dodgers care who they face in the World Series between the Seattle Mariners and Toronto Blue Jays, Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s incredible offensive performance throughout October, and if his view on John Schneider as a manager changed after his pitching…

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Game 7 in the Six 49:54

1M ago49:54

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We've got a Game 7 in Toronto! Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker get set with former GM and MLB Network analyst Jim Duquette (4:30), who discusses the Jays' momentum heading into the do-or-die stage, how the bats approach George Kirby the second time around and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s dominant postseason. Then, Jeff and Kevin project how John Schneider w…

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The Blue Jays' Game 5 Blueprint 49:32

1M ago49:32

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph (0:49) to go over the Blue Jays' Game 4 win and how they keep it rolling in Game 5. He discusses Max Scherzer's throwback start, how John Schneider will adjust in managing Kevin Gausman, how the bats attack Bryce Miller, and what's behind Andrés Giménez's recent offensive b…

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Managing the Moment with Derek Shelton & Dan Plesac 48:48

1M ago48:48

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open Friday's show with thoughts on the Blue Jays' Game 4 victory over the Seattle Mariners. Dan Plesac, former MLB pitcher and current MLB Network analyst, discusses Toronto's momentum moving forward and Max Scherzer's fiery interaction with John Schneider in the fifth inning, before setting the stage for Kevin Gausman'…

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Ally Brown 21:42

1M ago21:42

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This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Ally Brown — Tennessee’s senior defender and in-state star — to reflect on an unforgettable season for the Lady Vols. From upsetting the nation’s No. 1 team to climbing into the top five and posting one of the best defensive records in program history, Ally shares what’s made this year so special. She talks abou…

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Managing October with Scott Servais 49:45

1M ago49:45

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by former Seattle Mariners' manager and current special assistant with the San Diego Padres, Scott Servais (3:53) to chat about Luis Castillo as a starter, how Cal Raleigh grew into an MVP-caliber ballplayer, Julio Rodríguez's performance with the team, the magnitude of the ALCS for Seattle, how well home fiel…

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Did the Jays' Offence Unlock Something in Seattle? 49:48

1M ago49:48

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 13-4 win over the Seattle Mariners to pull back to 2-1 in the ALCS, highlighting Shane Bieber bouncing back after a shaky first inning and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. getting back to his ALDS form. Buck Martinez joins the show (6:54) to discuss the Jays' aggressive approach in Game 3, Bieber's adjus…

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Josh Donaldson's Keys to an ALCS Comeback 49:47

1M ago49:47

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by 2015 AL MVP with the Blue Jays, Josh Donaldson (3:35), to chat about his experience being doing 0-2 in a series, batting in Seattle, blocking out the noise of the Mariners' strength in pitching, combating the elevated fastball and his thoughts on Cal Raleigh's historic offensive season. Then, he looks back …

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The Magnitude of Game 3 49:54

1M ago49:54

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open their discussion on their expectations for Shane Bieber in his second postseason start ahead of Game 3 in Seattle, how the Blue Jays' hitters should game plan against George Kirby, and how the season will be viewed if Toronto falls out of the ALCS. Then, they turn their attention to the L.A. Dodgers taking a 2-0 ser…

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Looking Ahead to Shane Bieber & Game 3 in Seattle 49:50

1M ago49:50

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman (1:24) to chat about the positives coming out of the first two losses against the Seattle Mariners, if John Schneider will make any changes to the batting order, whether Shane Bieber can bounce back in his second postseason start, Trey Yesavage's Game 2 outing, an…

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Postseason Pitching Decisions with Joe Maddon 49:49

1M ago49:49

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 10-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners in Game 2 to fall into an 0-2 hole in the ALCS. They break down the meat of the order's struggles, Jorge Polanco's go-ahead home run and John Schneider's pitcher decisions before discussing what the Jays need to do to turn it around in Game 3 in Seattle. Then,…

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A Make-or-Break Game 2 with Jeff Passan & Ryan Divish 46:25

1M ago46:25

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Jeff Passan, ESPN MLB insider, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of Game 2 of the ALDS. They touch on Anthony Santander's late scratch, what to expect from Trey Yesavage in his second-career playoff start, and feelings in Toronto down 0-1 in the series. Jeff also checks in on the strength of the Mariners' pitching staff, Jorge Polanco's abili…

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Pitching Decisions, Silent Bats & Game 2 Scouting Reports 53:02

1M ago53:02

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker hit the airwaves following the Blue Jays' 3-1 loss at the hands of the Seattle Mariners to open the American League Championship Series. They break down John Schneider's decision to pull Kevin Gausman in the sixth inning, Bryce Miller's performance on short rest, and what caused Toronto's bats to fall silent in Game 1. T…

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Next Steps for Phillies & Yankees + Win or Go Home Game 5 49:48

2M ago49:48

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by The Athletic's Jayson Stark (3:20) to chat about whether the Philadelphia Phillies fanbase could forgive Orion Kerkering's misjudgement in Game 4 giving the L.A. Dodgers the win and ticket to the NLCS, what's next for the Phillies, if the Dodgers have returned to being the best team in the MLB, what the New…

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Jays' ALCS Roster Projection with Shi Davidi 49:32

2M ago49:32

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the Dodgers advancing to the NLCS after Orion Kerkering's error cost the Phillies their season in extra innings. They discuss whether the Phillies make big changes in the offseason, look at the lopsided Game 4 between the Cubs and Brewers, and debate who would be a better matchup for the Jays in the ALCS - the T…

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Colton Hood 19:41

2M ago19:41

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This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Colton Hood — Tennessee’s playmaking cornerback — as he reflects on the Volunteers’ first bye week of the season and assesses both his own performance and the team’s progress. Coming off a thrilling 41-34 overtime win at Mississippi State, Hood jump-started the team with a 23-yard pick-six, while Tennessee’s def…

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How the Jays Got to the ALCS + Tigers or Mariners? 49:25

2M ago49:25

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by MLB Network's Jon Morosi (0:35) to take a look at the Detroit Tigers-Seattle Mariners series, who would be a better matchup for the Blue Jays between those two teams, Vladdy's new legacy against the New York Yankees, why the Jays have silenced the nay-sayers of their small ball approach, how John Schneider …

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Daaaa Blue Jays Advance to the ALCS 49:47

2M ago49:47

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Blue Jays' series-clinching Game 4 win over the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium to advance to the ALCS. They get into the offensive effort, Nathan Lukes' clutch hit, John Schneider's bullpen deployment, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s dominant series. Later, fresh off a champagne shower in the Jays' clubhou…