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RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 12: Champions League Pt. 2Felipe Melecio of the Total Bases Podcast is back to talk the other half of the Total Bases Champions League. Austin is also joined by other league and Baseball Life Facebook group members Larry Rodriguez and Corey Decker of the Heathens podcast to talk about their teams.2022-07-011h 14RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 11: Champions League Pt. 1The Roundtrippers podcast was live in the Baseball Life Facebook group to review 6 of 12 teams from the Total Bases Champions League! Felipe Melecio of the Total Bases podcast stopped by to talk about the league. Baseball Cosmos creator Melvin Lopez and Baseball Life member Angel Morales come on to the show to talk about their teams as well. We talk fantasy, players, and strategy. Thanks for listening!2022-06-241h 29RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 10: The Stars Shine Bright Pt. 2In the second part of the All-Star episode, Austin talks about his most recent trip to Denver, Aaron Judge's historic home run pace, and who he thinks deserves to be looked at for the NL All-Star team. You will also hear Austin's wildest Last Call story yet! Thanks for listening!2022-06-211h 06RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 9: The Stars Shine Bright Pt. 1After a bit of a hiatus, the Roundtrippers podcast is back! Austin comes full circle from his first episode to talk to All-Stars. He reveals his current ballot for the 2022 All-Star game and puts the spotlight on one player from each AL team that should be considered for the All-Star honors. Thanks for listening!2022-06-131h 19RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 8: No No NoMelvin Lopez comes on the show to talk about the resurgence of the Twins, White Sox struggles, and actually say good things about the Angels and Mets. We also talk about the legitimacy of the a combined no hitter and the Trevor Bauer suspension. We end the show by talking about passing the game down to the youth. Thanks for listening!2022-05-041h 26RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 7: Baseball is Back!Austin talks about the first 14 days of the new season. He talks about lesser known players off to great starts. He also talks about if pitchers are starting to lose control with no sticky stuff and new baseballs. Finally, the Padres are bringing advertisements to uniforms. Is this a good thing for baseball? All of this discussed on the latest episode of the Roundtrippers podcast!2022-04-211h 09RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 6: Kooky StrategiesAustin is joined by his Total Bases Podcast cohost Felipe Melecio and Worked Shoot host Corey Richman to review the draft of the inaugural Total Bases Champions fantasy league. We give our insight on good and bad picks. Come listen to us hurt some feelings! 2022-04-071h 56RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 5: Graduation and Heads of LettuceMorro Bay Pirates pitching coach Jeremy Ventresca comes on the show to discuss high school and college baseball. We talk about how MLB's evolution affect the high school game, the college recruitment process, battling injuries, and even some MLB banter about the Braves. We also shared personal stories about crazy weather and mascots. 2022-03-141h 18RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 4: Family MattersIt's a family affair on the Roundtrippers podcast. Rob Spearow comes on the show to discuss Little League coaching and different Little League experiences. We also talk about the relationship of father-son relationship as a coach and player. We also share some personal stories of times we experienced together. Thanks for listening!2022-03-051h 38RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 3: Mincing Thoughts with Jacob Moses and Felipe MelecioThe Roundtrippers Podcast goes to a debate! Jacob Anthony Moses and Felipe Melecio come on the show and use their differing methodologies to have a fun debate. We compare Scott Rolen and Ron Santo (and talk about a few other 3rd baseman) and talk about Joey Gallo's comments on the shift and whether the shift is what is killing careers or not. There may even be some trash talk between our two guests and a few personal stories exchanged during Last Call. 2022-02-271h 37RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 2: Nope!Amidst a lockdown with no baseball, the show must go on! Jacob Anthony Moses of the Step Back podcast makes his debut on the podcast, and Melvin Lopez Ohna of the Baseball Cosmos Facebook page joins Austin to talk Hall of Fame and the greatest players of all time. We talk about David Ortiz's enshrinement into the Hall, say goodbye to some players on the ballot, and talk about future candidates for the ballot. We also finish by fielding a team of the greatest of all time. We go through each position and pick our greatest of all time...2022-01-301h 43RoundtrippersSeason 2 Episode 1: Read All About It with Corey Decker and Vince MercandettiIt's the season 2 premiere of the Roundtrippers podcast! In the wake of Ken Rosenthal's departure from MLB Network, Dong City co-host Vince Mercandetti and sports journalist Corey Decker join me for a discussion on baseball journalism. We react to Rosenthal's departure and talk about the journalistic process and different things that affect it. Corey talks about when he discovered Kirk Gibson's disdain for the Dodgers and Vince talks about when he met Pedro Martinez. All of this is on an entertaining discussion on the Roundtrippers podcast. Thanks for listening!2022-01-071h 18RoundtrippersEpisode 26: The Gift of ImmortalityIt's the final episode of the 2021 and the final episode of Season 1 of the Roundtrippers podcast! Austin is still feeling the holiday spirit and wants to give Hall of Fame votes to well-deserving players. Who gets his vote? Listen to the episode and find out! Thanks for listening!2021-12-281h 20RoundtrippersEpisode 25: The Golden YearsAustin looks at the this year's Golden Era ballot for the 2022 Hall of Fame. He tells stories of all ten players on the ballot and chooses who he thinks belongs in the Hall from this group. He also touches on the Early Baseball ballot as well.2021-12-051h 25RoundtrippersEpisode 24: Swing the Hot Stove Round and RoundAustin goes over notable free agents and tries to figure out what each team needs from the free agent market and who each team needs to target.2021-11-241h 25RoundtrippersEpisode 23: History Class with StatsTwo teachers take you to history class as Jonathan Jordan makes his debut on the show, and we highlight some pretty cool statistics that he created to settle a debate about Rickey Henderson. We take a dive into Jonathan's Small, Middle, Big, and All Ball statistic as well as his All WARPS+ to try and find the greatest all-around offensive player of 2021...and in the history of baseball. The list is pretty amazing, and the stats themselves are getting attention from baseball historians. Thanks for listening!2021-11-161h 28RoundtrippersEpisode 22: Traffic on the Hot StoveMelvin Lopez Ohna of the Baseball Cosmos Facebook page returns to talk the World Series, the Winter Leagues, and early free agent predictions. We also banter on long days after Daylight Savings and traffic in Atlanta. Listen in on the fun! Thanks for listening!2021-11-091h 47RoundtrippersEpisode 21: And The Award Goes To...Austin gives out Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, and Hank Aaron awards for the 2021 seasons and tells about the award that means the most to him.2021-11-031h 20RoundtrippersEpisode 20: Come on, Blue!Happy 20th episode! It's just Austin for this episode as he comments on the playoffs, Cody Bellinger, and how the tired the Dodgers are. Austin also discusses how there really isn't a need for robo umps and finishes off with a Last Call story about when he umpired a Little League game. All of this is on the latest episode of the Roundtrippers podcast. Thanks for listening!2021-10-2158 minRoundtrippersEpisode 19: Coming in ClutchIt's postseason time! Felipe Melecio is back, and we discuss players that have come up big in high leverage situations for their teams...they might not be players that you immediately think of. Take a listen to see who is coming up big in the postseason. Thanks for listening!2021-10-121h 47RoundtrippersEpisode 18: You're Talking About Playoffs!?Felipe Melecio is back to talk about the upcoming postseason. The bracket is set and we talk about our predictions for each round of the postseason. Don't miss this thrilling discussion because both Felipe and I have some interesting and bold picks along the way!2021-10-051h 35RoundtrippersEpisode 17: Baseball is FunWith one week left in the season, Austin goes over the entertaining Wild Card races as well as the heated MVP and Cy Young races. Austin also tells a story about when he started to love baseball. Thanks for listening!2021-09-281h 04RoundtrippersEpisode 16: Best Latino Season DraftFelipe Melecio and Melvin Lopez-Onna join the podcast for a discussion on some of the more memorable seasons from Latino players. We also talk about whether the 1998 season is a watershed moment that saves baseball, Johan Santana's Hall of Fame candidacy, and the tragic death of Jose Fernandez. Thanks for listening!2021-09-211h 53RoundtrippersEpisode 15: Tonight, Make It CaribbeanThe Roundtrippers podcast is going to the cosmos...Baseball Cosmos that is. Baseball Life member and creator of the Baseball Cosmos Facebook page, Melvin Lopez-Onna, joins the podcast to discuss international baseball. We talk about the upcoming Winter Leagues as well as the history and cultural importance of the Winter Leagues. We also reveal our All-Latino team, which strangely ended up being the same. We also discuss our brief brushes with a couple of our favorite players on the Roundtrippers podcast. Thanks for listening! 2021-09-111h 51RoundtrippersEpisode 14: Getting the CallIn the latest episode of the podcast Austin talks updates the playoff race with a month left to go on the season and focuses on some interesting prospects that were part of the September call-up pack. He also talks about a controversial fantasy baseball rule and tells about his brief rivalry with an Angels team. Don't miss a second! Thanks for listening!2021-09-0655 min
Life Group PodcastsDong City 68(1/2) 08-17-21Dong City Bash brothers Join Austin Spearow on Roundtrippers to discuss the playoff landscape.2021-09-011h 30RoundtrippersEpisode 13: Poor Poor JavyTune in to the latest episode of Roundtrippers where I discuss the PR mess for the New York Mets and rule changes that are being entertained in the Atlantic League. I also talk about Miguel Cabrera's career after his 500th home run, the swing mechanics behind elite hitters, and my reaction to Derek Jeter's 3000th hit. Pull up a chair and grab a cold one because Roundtrippers brings you more entertaining baseball talk. Thanks for listening!2021-08-3159 min
RoundtrippersEpisode 12: Total RoundtrippersFelipe Melecio returns to the show and pulls up a virtual barstool with his Total Bases cohost, Sean Flannery, to discuss the collapse of both the Mets and the Cubs. We also update each other on our fantasy baseball leagues and the talk about strategy. Felipe and I end the show by talking about our juxtaposed baseball journeys to end up as two podcast hosts. All of this on the latest episode of Roundtrippers with Austin Spearow. Thanks for listening!2021-08-251h 37RoundtrippersEpisode 11: Hitting Dongs and RoundtrippersVince Mercandetti and Henry Maldonado Jr. of Baseball Life's Dong City podcast pull up a virtual barstool and join me to talk about the Yankees season and future. We also lay down our division and wild card winner predictions as well as, coincidentally, tell sad baseball stories on the latest episode of the Roundtrippers podcast. Thanks for listening!2021-08-171h 30RoundtrippersEpisode 10: Silver CityAnother episode of Roundtrippers is hitting the airwaves! Austin Spearow will be talking about the silver medal performances of the USA Olympic baseball and softball teams as well as discussing recent PED suspensions and the uncertain future of Kumar Rocker and the business of baseball. Thanks for listening to the Roundtrippers podcast! 2021-08-0951 minRoundtrippersEpisode 9: The Good, the Bad, and the RockiesGrab a cold one because it is a special Trade Deadline edition of the Roundtrippers podcast. Austin breaks down trades from every team at the deadline, explains why the Rockies are the worst franchise in the MLB, sheds some light on the future of the Cubs and Nationals, and tells a story about anger on the ball field. All of this on the latest edition of the Roundtrippers podcast. Thanks for listening!2021-08-031h 33RoundtrippersEpisode 8: Guardians of the GalaxyThe Trade Deadline is heating up! The Rays have traded away and for a pair of 41 year olds. The Pirates are dealing, and many stars are still on the block. Austin also talks about mental health in sports, and calls for a change in focus. Austin also discusses other rules changes that could take place and the team name change for Cleveland. Austin also wraps up with another personal story about team names on the latest edition of the Roundtrippers podcast. Thanks for listening!2021-07-2857 minRoundtrippersEpisode 7: Trading PlacesPull up a barstool and open a cold one as host Austin Spearow talks about the latest buzz in the baseball world. Austin will talk about the US Softball team's beginning push to another gold medal and how the other teams are doing as well. Austin also contributes to the debate of whether the Home Run Derby ruins swings, and he shines light on David Fletcher's very quiet 26-game hitting streak. Finally, Austin lists some notable trading chips and tries to predict where they will land and the best fits on the Roundtrippers podcast. Thanks for listening!2021-07-2256 minRoundtrippersEpisode 6: Welcome to the ShowAustin Spearow talks about the festivities of the All-Star break. Listen to his take on the Home Run Derby and the All-Star Game as well as his reaction to the results of the All-Star Futures Game and the First-Year Player Draft. Austin also sheds light on the US Olympic baseball and softball teams and talks a little more about fantasy baseball and a new league that is in the works in another installment of the Roundtrippers podcast.2021-07-151h 07RoundtrippersEpisode 5: Fantasyland with Felipe MelecioFelipe Melecio from the Total Bases podcast pulls up a barstool next to host, Austin Spearow, on a special two-hour edition of the Roundtrippers podcast. Austin and Felipe discuss their All-Star teams and compare it to the real All-Star team. They also talk about the most underrated and disappointing fantasy baseball performances with 14 weeks into the season, and Felipe gives his fantasy advice for the halfway point to the season. Thank you for listening to the Roundtrippers podcast with Austin Spearow! 2021-07-072h 02RoundtrippersEpisode 4: Cheers to Bobby BonillaPull up a bar stool as host Austin Spearow talks about Hector Santiago's appeal of his foreign substance suspension. Also, what is wrong with the Yankees and Cubs? Austin also looks at the All-Star game finalists and celebrates Bobby Bonilla Day by talking about other contracts that were inspired by Bonilla's payday on the Roundtrippers podcast.2021-07-0259 minRoundtrippersEpisode 3: The Wander YearsPull up a barstool and open a cold one as host, Austin Spearow, talks about the last exciting week of baseball. Austin talks about the latest on the foreign substance controversy, including Max Scherzer's and Joe Girardi's antics. Also, Austin looks at how the divisions are shaking out and the much anticipated debut of #1 prospect, Wander Franco. Austin also pays an homage to his father in "Last Call" with a story on the Roundtrippers podcast.2021-06-2359 minRoundtrippersEpisode 2: A Sticky SituationThe Roundtrippers podcast went on the road! Listen to my review of the Oakland Coliseum and Oracle Park in San Francisco as well. Austin also talks about the unlikely NL West leading Giants, buyers and sellers at the upcoming trade deadline, and the latest on the foreign substance crackdown and identity crisis of Major League baseball. A segment called "Last Call" also makes it's debut on Roundtrippers hosted by Austin Spearow.2021-06-1857 minRoundtrippersEpisode 1: Why Didn't He Just Step on the Bag?Pull up a barstool and open a cold one as we break down the Javier Baez "rundown" with Allen Craig and find out why Baez doesn't deserve praise. We will also dive into the dominance of pitchers and pitchers using substances on baseballs. Power Rankings and All-Star voting is also discussed on the inaugural episode of Roundtrippers with Austin Spearow.2021-06-101h 09