Best The Baller Cast Podcasts (2025)

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#287 — "Brains, Guts, and Load Outs: Zombie Survival Showdown" 1:27:40

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With 28 Years Later infecting theatres, the Reel Debaters bunker down for the inevitable question: Can they survive a zombie apocalypse? This week, the panel locks and loads for a full-on Zombie Survival Draft, where each debater builds their ultimate survival kit AND argues which movie or TV character would lead humanity out of the undead wastelan…

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Noah Millikan Dominates in Pro Debut | Oakland Ballers Pitcher Interview + Road Trip Recap | B’s Cast 26:17

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New Oakland Ballers pitcher Noah Millikan joins B’s Cast after tossing four shutout innings in his professional debut. Host Nevada Cullen catches up with Noah to talk about his mindset, game-day routine, and the moment he first stepped onto the mound in Ogden. We also recap the Ballers' latest road trip, share behind-the-scenes moments from the bus…

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Ep #286 – Let Cartoons Be Cartoons? 49:23

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This week, the Debaters ask: Why remake perfection? From Disney’s CGI fur-fests to soulless shot-for-shot snoozefests, we're debating the highs, lows, and WHYs of live-action remakes of animated classics. Do they honor the originals or recycle your childhood for a quick buck? DEBATE TOPICS INCLUDE: The best and worst live-action remakes Should anim…

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🔥 Brody Eglite Interview + Knockout Round Madness, Kamala Harris Visits Ballers, & Glacier Recap! 37:38

13d ago37:38

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Welcome to B’s Cast, the official podcast of the Oakland Ballers! In this jam-packed episode, we sit down with Martinez native and Ballers bullpen beast Brody Eglite to talk about his journey to the team, pitching philosophy, Bay Area baseball roots, and what it’s like being part of one of the most dominant bullpens in the Pioneer League. We also b…

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#285 “Wes Anderson’s John Wick: A Hitman in Corduroy” 1:17:59

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This Week on the Reel Debaters: What if John Wick traded his Kevlar suit for pastel blazers and symmetrical gunfights? In honor of the release of The Phoenician Scheme, the upcoming Ballerina, the Wickverse spin-off, the panel plays casting director and reimagines the action-packed assassin saga through the whimsical lens of Wes Anderson. Fan Casti…

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Daniel Harris IV Interview + Pioneer League HR Derby Reveal | Oakland Ballers B’s Cast 18:06

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Nevada Cullen sits down with Oakland Ballers second baseman Daniel Harris IV to talk about: His comeback to baseball after surgery That opposite-field homer at Ramondi Park His transition from ATL to the Bay And his thoughts on Oakland rap, PlayStation, and playing ball in Kalispell, Montana. Later, Casey Pratt joins the show to break down: The Bal…

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#284 Beers, origin stories and "Given er": Deaner '89 with Director Sam McGlynn 1:19:29

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This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast, we’re cracking a two-four of cinematic nostalgia with director Sam McGlynn, the director behind Deaner '89 — the Canadian Screen Award-nominated film that brings FUBAR legend Deaner (Paul Spence) back for one more righteous ride. Filmed right here in Manitoba, Deaner'89 is more than just a throwback — it’s a …

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Too $hort Performs at Oakland Ballers Game | Knockout Win + 5-for-5 Debut 28:48

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Oakland legend Too $hort performs live at the Ballers home opener and debuts a brand new anthem for the Town—surrounded by youth performers and fans repping hard at Raimondi Park. Then, Ballers shortstop Tremayne Cobb Jr. sits down to talk about his insane 5-for-5 debut and walk-off Knockout Round win, complete with a bat flip that set the crowd of…

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#283 "Upset, you've never seen me upset' Tom Cruise Character Cult Leaders 1:56:27

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This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast, we’re cranking up the charisma and asking the fundamental question: Which Tom Cruise character would make the best cult leader? From Ethan Hunt’s death-defying loyalty to Frank T.J. Mackey’s hypnotic stage presence, we dig into Cruise’s wildest roles and decide who could lead the most devoted (and slightly un…

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Where Rubber Meets Road | Kiana & Zach St. Pierre Navigate Marriage, Professional Baseball Together 33:42

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In this episode of B's Cast, we sit down with Oakland Ballers pitcher Zach St. Pierre and his wife, Kiana - a former collegiate softball ace - for one of the realest and most entertaining conversations of the season. Zach shares his wild road to professional baseball: JUCO struggles, battling injury, and finding a new home with the Oakland Ballers.…

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🎭 From Brooklyn 99 to the Oakland Ballers | Chelsea Peretti Joins "B's Biz" 31:21

1M ago31:21

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In Episode 8 of B's Cast, we welcome comedian, actress, and now Oakland Ballers co-owner Chelsea Peretti! This episode features the debut of our new franchise segment, "B's Biz," where team co-founders Bryan Carmel and Paul Freedman join host Casey Pratt to discuss the business side of building and running an independent professional baseball team …

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#282 Clowns, Corn and Costumes: Clown in a Cornfield with Laura Deluca 1:33:44

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This week on The Reel Debaters, Michael and costume designer Laura Deluca talk about Santa's suit in Violent Night, working on the reboot of Silent Night Deadly Night, and building Frendo the Clown in Clown in Cornfield, premiering everywhere...TODAY! Head to your local theatre to watch the madness Starring Costume designer in the film industry @La…

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Why This Fan Favorite Retired From Baseball at 25 | Noah Martinez on Life After the Ballers 36:43

2M ago36:43

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What makes a beloved young slugger walk away from the game? In this episode of B's Cast, hosts Tyler Petersen and Nevada Cullen sit down with 2024 Oakland Ballers standout Noah Martinez, a key part of the team's inaugural season and a fan favorite for his heart and hustle. Noah opens up about his surprising decision to retire from baseball at just …

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Pitching, Trades, and the Funniest Matchup in Baseball | Reed Butz’s Story 23:30

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Reed Butz returns to the Oakland Ballers for another season, and he joins Nevada Cullen to break down his incredible baseball journey — from small-town Midwest fields to the Pioneer League spotlight! Reed shares how he ramped up for 2025, what it’s like transitioning from bullpen to starter, the emotions of being traded, and what it means to pitch …

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#281 "Had a slight weapons malfunction but, uh everything’s perfectly all right now" 1:33:00

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This week on The Reel Debaters, the cast celebrates May the 4th with an episode hotter than 2 suns talking about: -How the weight of Star Wars’ legacy is helping or hurting the franchise -The next generation of heroes, villains, and filmmakers -Can Star Wars reclaim box office domination? -Star Wars Day news What we used Star Wars Day Star Wars Con…

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From Savannah Bananas to Oakland Ballers | Dylan Porter Talks Banana Ball, Pro Dreams & More 23:07

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Former Savannah Bananas and Party Animals pitcher Dylan Porter joins B's Cast to share his incredible journey — from growing up in Oakland and Richmond, to bringing the banana ball magic to the Oakland Ballers! We dive deep into Dylan’s experiences with the Savannah Bananas and Party Animals, what it was really like playing competitive Banana Ball,…

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#280 "A smart and funny satire that delivers comedy and criticism" Movies Reviews and Critics" 1:42:31

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This week on The Reel Debaters we dive headfirst into the evolving world of film reviews and movie criticism—from the glory days of newspaper columns and Siskel & Ebert to today’s TikTok hot takes, Letterboxd essays, and influencer-driven Rotten Tomatoes scores. -What does it mean to be a movie critic in 2025? -Are critics still tastemakers, or has…

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Blair Underwood Joins the Oakland Ballers: Hollywood Star Invests in Independent Baseball | B's Cast Ep 4 13:19

2M ago13:19

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Award-winning actor and producer Blair Underwood is officially a part of the Oakland Ballers ownership group! In this episode of B's Cast, host Casey Pratt sits down with Blair to talk about what inspired him to invest in the team, his love for Oakland, his connection to the community, and what excites him most about being part of the Ballers movem…

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#279 "Endure and survive." Best Video Game Adaptation 1:34:37

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This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast, the cast reviews The Studio, Wicked, Daredevil, and The Parenting and figures out which video game should be the next big series. Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow, Jimmy Skinner, Martin Navarro, Charles Fernandes Production Credits: - Producer: …

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From Cal to the Ballers: Luke “Shorty” Short & Connor “Sully” Sullivan Join B’s Cast 18:17

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In this episode of B’s Cast, Casey Pratt sits down with Luke “Shorty” Short and Connor “Sully” Sullivan — two returning fan-favorite pitchers for the Oakland Ballers, who first built their chemistry playing together at Cal Baseball. From their time at UC Berkeley to their rise in indie ball, Shorty and Sully talk about what it means to represent Oa…

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The FUTURE of Oakland Ballers Looks BRIGHT-B's Cast Ep.2 1:02:06

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In Episode 2 of B's Cast, Tyler Petersen and Nevada Cullen break down the 2025 Oakland Ballers roster with Ballers manager Aaron Miles ahead of the Battle of the Bay 2.0 exhibition game. 🧢 Who's re-signed and returning? 🛫 Who's moved on? 🔥 What new additions are making noise? Plus, how this team came together and what to expect with spring training…

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#278 "I Don't Believe My Circuit's" The Best Robot 2:14:20

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This week, the panel goes full sci-fi as we debate the greatest on-screen robot of all time—from killer androids to lovable AIs, who reigns supreme in the world of metal and circuits? Reviews: Daredevil: Reborn (Disney) – Does the Man Without Fear still pack a punch, or is this a hero past his prime? The Pitt (HBO) – A deep dive into HBO’s latest m…

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🏟️ The Next Chapter of the Battle of the Bay! Oakland Ballers vs. San Jose Giants | B’s Cast Ep. 1 37:15

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The Oakland Ballers are keeping the Battle of the Bay alive! ⚾ In this debut episode of B’s Cast, host Casey Pratt sits down with Oakland Ballers co-founder Bryan Carmel and San Jose Giants president Ben Taylor to discuss the historic exhibition game on April 2, 2025, at Excite Stadium in San Jose. With the Oakland A’s gone, this game marks a new e…

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#277 "Dishonour on you, dishonour on your cow! The Best Disney Princess 1:23:14

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This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast, the cast reviews Invincible S3, The Monkey, and Mickey 17 and debates as 3 childless men do...who is the best Disney princess is and what's the point of the live-action Snow White? Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Jimmy Skinner Martin Navarro Pr…

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#276 "I'm a loner, Dottie. A rebel" The Movies of Youth 1:40:43

3M ago1:40:43

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This week on The Reel Debaters, the cast discusses the movies that they grew up with, the movies their parents showed them, and the movies they saw well before they were "meant" to in a nostalgically laced episode about what makes a cinefile a cinefile. Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petro…

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#275 The Winner is La La Land...wait. The 97th Oscars Debate 2:04:56

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This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast, the cast holds space for the SNL 50th anniversary special, James Bond and Amazon Studios, The Fantastic 4 trailer, and argues who will win this year's Oscars. Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow, Martin Navarro, Charles Fernandes Production Credits…

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#274 "We sing covers of songs, It's all from our mouths!" The Best Cover Movie Debate 1:39:20

4M ago1:39:20

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This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast the cast reviews Severance, Flow, Carry On, Emilia Perez, and debates which director could make the best version of someone else's movie. Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow, Jimmy Skinner Martin Navarro, Charles Fernandes Production Credits: - Prod…

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#273 "You're very good with children. -Thanks. I practiced on my hamster" The Kids Episode 1:33:27

5M ago1:33:27

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This week on The Reel Debaters Emily Clark and her kids Zoey and Lilly join the show with reviews on Where in The World is Carmen San Diego, Wicked, From, Bobs Burgers and get their take on what kids are watching , what they want in their programing and their reviews on 2024 film and tv. Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by …

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#272 "I Never Eat December Snow Flakes, I Wait Till January" The Best Dump Month Movies 1:45:32

5M ago1:45:32

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This week on The Reel Debaters the cast reviews A Real Pain. Primeval, Gladiator 2, debates the best dump month movies and a surprise end credit conversation on the status of James Bond and Amazon. What we used CBR dump month movie list Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Ian Bawa Charle…

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#271 2024 Year In Review 2:11:49

5M ago2:11:49

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This week on The Reel Debaters the cast goes over the 2024 year including but not limited to: -Cast picks for Best and worst TV shows and movies (come at us in the comments) (letterboxed list) -The biggest industry moments of the year ( The Dune Popcorn Bucket) -The Most Controversial moments of the year ( thank you Blake Lively and Justin Baldonie…

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#270 Sydney Sabiston 1:25:01

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This week on The Reel Debaters Micheal talks to actor Sydney Sabiston about her work in the Hallmark Universe, making short films with her dad, film school at the U of W, working on the top 10 Netflix movie Timecut, imposter syndrome, Alien Romulus Wicked How I Met Your Mother, Game Of Thrones Breaking Bad Buffy The Vampire Slayer Jersey Shore and …

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#269 Adam "Tex" Davis 1:19:00

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This week on The Reel Debaters Micheal, Jimmy, and Charles interview writer Adam Davis about his holiday classic "Just Friends" starring Ryan Reynolds Amy Smart Anna Faris and Chris Klein, what happens when Havey Weinstein buys your script, getting past the maitre de to a meeting with Leonardo Dicaprio, Gardener Of Enden with Lukas Haas Erika Chris…