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The Baseball Forward PodcastEp. 34 | Ben Jenkins, Warstic Sports Inc.Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features the Founder, CEO and Design Director of Warstic Sports Inc., Mr. Ben Jenkins. Here’s Episode 34 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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2024-12-1955 min
Batter Up! A JustBats Podcast#14: The Story Behind Warstic with Founder & CEO Ben JenkinsLearn how an All-Star 2B and Grammy award-winning artist joined forces to create one of baseball's most influential brands as Tyler sits down to chat with Warstic's Founder & CEO, Ben Jenkins.
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We hope that you enjoy Batter Up! If you have any questions, concerns, or requests, don't hesitate to c...2024-05-1524 min
Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and FlikkeEpisode 72: Ben JenkinsHe's the Founder and Co-Owner of WARSTIC. What was the genesis of this company? What struggles did he overcome to now have the Number ONE bat on the market. THE BONESABER. How did he meet Jack White and Ian Kinsler?
This snuck up on us as one of the BEST interviews in our Podcast history. What makes Warstic so compelling is a number of things, including a marriage of ART and BASEBALL, and impeccable design GENUIS. But at the heart of it all, Warstic isn't just equipment. It represents SUBSTANCE. It represents a MESSAGE. That message is...2023-10-241h 26
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 019 / THE FIRST NCAA D1 FEMALE BASEBALL PLAYER, OLIVIA PICHARDO, CHATS WITH BEN JENKINS, IAN KINSLER & CHRISTINE EDGINGTONOlivia Pichardo, the first NCAA Division I Female Baseball Player, sits down with Warstic Founder Ben Jenkins, Co-Owner Ian Kinsler, and President Christine Edgington to take a deep dive into her baseball journey. This Long Island native offers valuable insights on mental strength, resilience, and shares her unfiltered experiences as a female athlete in a male-dominated sport.2023-09-2648 min
Design MattersBest of Design Matters: Jack White and Ben JenkinsA love for craftsmanship, design, and baseball brings music legend Jack White and design entrepreneur Ben Jenkins together. In 2016, Jack White became an investor in Ben Jenkins's sporting goods brand, Warstic. Today the company does so much more than manufacture artisan baseball bats.2023-07-241h 09
Design Matters with Debbie MillmanBest of Design Matters: Jack White and Ben JenkinsA love for craftsmanship, design, and baseball brings music legend Jack White and design entrepreneur Ben Jenkins together. In 2016, Jack White became an investor in Ben Jenkins's sporting goods brand, Warstic. Today the company does so much more than manufacture artisan baseball bats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-241h 09
LIVIN the GOOD LIFE SHOWBen Jenkins, Founder of Warstic SportsWarstic Sports, Inc. is an independent, USA-based, direct-to-consumer focused sporting goods brand established in 2011. We focus on Hard-goods, Gear & Apparel for stic-based sports. We work to design products that inspire stic athletes to attack the ball and life with the mindset of a warrior who hunts his prey. We are on a long journey to design, produce and sell stics for Baseball & Softball, Lacrosse & Hockey, Hunting & Fishing, Surf/Skate/Snow, and Golf, Tennis & Pickleball. Through our products we offer the lethal combination of original design artistry and high performance, precision sports weaponry made for all out war...2023-03-2921 min
The Construction Leadership Podcast with Bradley Hartmann325 :: Ben Jenkins, Founder of Warstic Sports, Inc. - It’s not the Weapon, It’s the WarriorIn episode 325, Bradley is joined by Co-Founder of Warstic, Ben Jenkins. They discuss the importance of branding and why it can be so difficult to get right. Ben shares his experience collaborating with business partners, rock star Jack White and former Major League Baseball player Ian Kinsler. He also recalls interviewing legendary baseball player Will Clark for his Kill Shot podcast, and why he would never do it again. This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® which will organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes. 2023-03-281h 01
Going For Tew with Jack TaylorMississippi State vs Vanderbilt BaseballJack and Hunter review the Arkansas State game and preview the Vanderbilt series. Warstic Founder Ben Jenkins joins to talk about his time at Mississippi State and how it influenced the creation of Warstic
2023-03-241h 35Going For Tew with Jack TaylorBen Jenkins InterviewJack and Hunter are joined by Warstic Founder Ben Jenkins to talk about his time at Mississippi State and how it influenced the creation of Warstic
2023-03-2452 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 018 / Warstic Co-OWNERS BEN JENKINS & IAN KINSLER HAVE COFFEE WITH BOSTON LEGEND BROCK HOLTWarstic Co-OWNERS BEN JENKINS & IAN KINSLER Sit down for cup of coffee with BROCK HOLT and comedy ensues. Of course. Also feating special guest Warstic's Fa Leilua of Mississippi State softball fame.2023-02-0657 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 017 / Ian Kinsler & Mizzou Head Baseball coach Steve Bieser talk Recruiting.Warstic Founder Ben Jenkins and Co-Owner and Mizzou Baseball Alum Ian Kinsler speak with Mizzou Head Baseball Coach Steve Bieser about the complexity of college recruiting in the day and age of NIL and transfer portal.2023-02-0645 min
The SLIDE Podcast - Youth Baseball & Softball PodcastReady for Battle with Ben Jenkins from WarsticIn this episode, CEO / Founder of Warstic, Ben Jenkins joins us to talk about the brand Warstic. Hear Ben talk about how the brand has grown over the past 5 years. Also learn about the Warrior Mentality of Warstic and how their signature baseball bat design allows you to take the field ready for battle. Ben talks about how he approaches his own children loves and passions as well shares a few nuggets for parents and coaches out there! Check out www.warstic.com to learn more about products and accessories to get you ready for your next tournament!!
2022-12-0235 minThe SLIDE Podcast - Youth Baseball & Softball PodcastReady for Battle with Ben Jenkins from WarsticIn this episode, CEO / Founder of Warstic, Ben Jenkins joins us to talk about the brand Warstic. Hear Ben talk about how the brand has grown over the past 5 years. Also learn about the Warrior Mentality of Warstic and how their signature baseball bat design allows you to take the field ready for battle. Ben talks about how he approaches his own children loves and passions as well shares a few nuggets for parents and coaches out there! Check out www.warstic.com to learn more about products and accessories to get you ready for your next tournament!!
2022-12-0235 minThe SLIDE Podcast - Youth Baseball & Softball PodcastReady for Battle with Ben Jenkins from WarsticIn this episode, CEO / Founder of Warstic, Ben Jenkins joins us to talk about the brand Warstic. Hear Ben talk about how the brand has grown over the past 5 years. Also learn about the Warrior Mentality of Warstic and how their signature baseball bat design allows you to take the field ready for battle. Ben talks about how he approaches his own children loves and passions as well shares a few nuggets for parents and coaches out there! Check out www.warstic.com to learn more about products and accessories to get you ready for your next tournament!!
2022-12-0235 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 16 / Jack White, Ian Kinsler & Ben Jenkins discuss Warstic, and Warstic World Headquarters Project.In celebration of the 1 year Anniversary of the grand opening of the Warstic World Headquarters and Flagship Store we are now releasing a never before heard interview of Warstic Founder Ben Jenkins and Co-Owners Ian Kinsler and Jack White! Enjoy their discussion about the experience of the biggest project in our History. Interview conducted by some random baseball dudes who are really great peeps. 2022-11-2337 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleWorking Through the Grind with Kike Hernandez and Bobby DalbecWhile in town for a series in Arlington, Kike Hernandez and Bobby Dalbec stopped by the Warstic Flagship Store and Headquarters. For Episode 015 of the Kill Shot Podcast, they sat down with Warstic Founder Ben Jenkins to talk about how they approach the grind and finding your role in the clubhouse.2022-05-1431 min
Design MattersJack White and Ben JenkinsA love for craftsmanship, design, and baseball brings music legend Jack White and design entrepreneur Ben Jenkins together. In 2016, Jack White became an investor in Ben Jenkins's sporting goods brand, Warstic. Today the company does so much more than manufacture artisan baseball bats.2022-05-021h 09
Design Matters with Debbie MillmanJack White and Ben JenkinsA love for craftsmanship, design, and baseball brings music legend Jack White and design entrepreneur Ben Jenkins together. In 2016, Jack White became an investor in Ben Jenkins's sporting goods brand, Warstic. Today the company does so much more than manufacture artisan baseball bats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-021h 09
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleDo Damage and Get on Base, Winning the At Bat with Coach LisleIn Episode 14 of the Kill Shot Podcast, The Hitting Vault’s Matt Lisle sits down with Warstic founder Ben Jenkins. As a hitting coach, Matt has adapted a no “cookie cutter” approach to his instruction. He’s studied hitters at the top of their game and understands that even though they all have similar characteristics in achieving results, a one size fits all can often coach the talent out of a player. His approach produces results for hitters, and has earned Coach Lisle a reputation for equipping players, parents and coaches with the tools to be better.2022-03-0142 min
Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and FlikkeEpisode 19: Ian KinslerMeet one of the most dynamic infielders to ever play the game. He's one of only 12 players to have multiple 30 x 30 seasons. That's 30 Home Runs and 30 Stolen Bases in the same season. He's 4th all time in leadoff home runs. Ian Kinsler is a 4 time All Star, 2 time Gold Glover, and a World Series Champ. He's also participated in the Olympics and the World Baseball Classic. He's an absolute stud, and he's super funny. When did he fall in love with baseball? Where did his gritty approach come from? What's it like to go 6-6 and hit for the cycle in...2022-02-221h 14
The Third Men PodcastWARSTIC HQ feat. Ben Jenkins & Christine EdgingtonWelcome to Deep Ellum -- the Dallas neighborhood famous for music, nightlife and now... Baseball. In November of 2021 WARSTIC HEADQUARTERS opened its doors to fans, players and enthusiasts alike, and this week on the Third Men Podcast we're sitting down with co-founder and co-owner Ben Jenkins, who's joined by Warstic President Christine Edgington, to detail this momentous occasion! It was way back in 2017 when we first sat down with Ben to chat about the then-new baseball gear business he had started with Jack White and pro ball-player Ian Kinsler - and since then we've seen this start-up reach staggering heights...2022-01-121h 22
Out of Left FieldWarstic founder Ben Jenkins; Auburn radio analyst Stan WhiteFormer Bulldog baseball player Ben Jenkins founded the sporting goods giant Warstic, and he talks about the grand opening of the new Warstic headquarters. Stan White joins the show to preview Mississippi State-Auburn.2021-11-1048 min
IN THE GAMEIn The Game with Ben Jenkins of WarsticOn this episode of In The Game I sit with Warstic Founder Ben Jenkins.2021-03-301h 08
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattlePlaying with Joy, Creating Better Players with Coach BallgameFor episode 13 of the Kill Shot Podcast, Warstic founder Ben Jenkins and James Lowe, aka Coach Ballgame, talk through how parents and coaches can reapproach youth baseball and the attitude and stress they may burden their player with. Building on what he learned early on as a coach, Coach Ballgame shares how he works to bring fun back to the game, while producing athletes that can and will compete at their highest level. Part of that is taking away the fear of failure through experience, and showing how to process, learn and grow beyond that moment.2021-03-2158 minOut of Left Field2.26.21 - Former Bulldog and Warstic founder Ben Jenkins; Tulane Series PreviewBart and Charlie spend some time with Ben Jenkins, a former Diamond Dog who founded Warstic. Ben talks about building the brand in the baseball world and how it's led to expanding their presence in multiple areas. Bart and Charlie take a look back at the weekend in Arlington and preview a big series with Tulane.2021-02-2648 min
Rishi yayEpisode 75: 2.26.21 - Former Bulldog and Warstic founder Ben Jenkins; Tulane Series PreviewBart and Charlie spend some time with Ben Jenkins, a former Diamond Dog who founded Warstic. Ben talks about building the brand in the baseball world and how it's led to expanding their presence in multiple areas. Bart and Charlie take a look back at the weekend in Arlington and preview a big series with Tulane. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rhymeswithrishi.substack.com/subscribe2021-02-2648 minpodcastEpisode 75: 2.26.21 - Former Bulldog and Warstic founder Ben Jenkins; Tulane Series PreviewBart and Charlie spend some time with Ben Jenkins, a former Diamond Dog who founded Warstic. Ben talks about building the brand in the baseball world and how it's led to expanding their presence in multiple areas. Bart and Charlie take a look back at the weekend in Arlington and preview a big series with Tulane. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rhymeswithrishi.substack.com/subscribe2021-02-2648 min
eCommerce FuelGrowing Warstic from $200K to $8M+ in Under 4 YearsWhere do you even start when you are wanting to grow your brand's revenue? Especially when it is extremely niche? Today Ben Jenkins, owner of Warstic.com, joins the show to discuss how he grew his high-quality baseball bat brand to over $8 million in the past four years alone. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3tPFIwe Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here. Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups? Subscribe via email.2021-02-1945 min
Side Hustler's Perspective with Coach Scotty RussellBen Jenkins of Warstic on Making Your Side Hustle Your Main HustleFULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/203SPONSORVisit https://garmcompany.com/scotty and use code Pizza20 to take 20% off their premium textures, brushes, fonts, and courses. This even works on SALE items!--------------------------------------------------------------------------Making Your Side Hustle Your Main HustleToday’s guest, Ben Jenkins of One Fast Buffalo and Warstic has done a lot of things over his career. But he went from playing professional baseball as his bread and butter to building brand identities in...2021-02-1751 min
In The GameEpisode 9 with Ben Jenkins Warstic Founder
IN THE GAME Episode 9 with Warstic founder Ben Jenkins.
Warstic is a baseball bat company co-owned by Ben Jenkins, Jack White, formally of the band The White Stripes, and Ian Kinsler, an American professional baseball player. Ben and I talk about his sports and art upbringing that led him to college graphic design and NCAA sports. We dive into where Warstic came from, the meaning behind it and where the product is now.
Designing a surf board for rock icon Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam) and what Native...2020-06-151h 08
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleTime to Hunt with SEC Legend Jake MangumPatiently aggressive. That's how Jake Mangum describes hunting, be it for the right pitch at the plate or for game in the woods. Warstic Founder, Ben Jenkins, sat down with the SEC All-Time Hits Leader in Mississippi, in between photo and video shoots to promote the Limited Edition Mossy Oak Hawk2 Metal Bat. Jake was the right guy to serve as the face of Warstic's collaboration with Mossy Oak, and in Episode 12 of the Kill Shot Podcast, Jake shares with Ben how he approaches doubt, nerves, and why a well hit double can be better than a home run.2020-03-1351 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleThe Zen of Chris WoodwardIn episode 11 of the Kill Shot Podcast by Warstic, founder Ben Jenkins sits down with Chris Woodward. They talk about Woody's background in the sport, and how it's shaped his approach to managing not only his Big League guys, but his son's little league team. He's a firm believer in focusing on the process over obsessing about the result.2020-02-2749 min
The Third Men PodcastBest of: Season 3 Interviews pt2What would summer be without some classic BEST OF episodes from The Third Men Podcast? A drag, that's what! And not the fun kind! (That's what we keep telling ourselves, anyway...) While your hosts with the mosts are off on summer break, this week we're pleased to bring you even more tasty cuts from the interviews we conducted this past year. Season lucky-number-three brought us a lot of epic interview action, but perhaps the most momentous of our extended interviews came in the form of not one, but TWO fantastic talks with Third Man Records co-founder and co-owner Ben (Chandler...2019-08-141h 42
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 10 || Fueling the Warrior with Ian Kinsler and Thosh CollinsIn episode 10 of the Killshot Podcast by Warstic, we visit with Warstic co-owner Ian Kinsler and co-founder of Well for Culture, Thosh Collins. In this conversation, we discuss the importance of what you are using to fuel your body and it's affect on performance, as well as the connection between hydration, sleep and proper recovery in maintaining optimal wellness. It's information that can translate into any lifestyle, any athletic ability.2019-05-011h 02
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 8 || I'm Not Done. Inside the Mindset of the Surging Matt KempIn episode 8 of the Killshot Podcast by Warstic we visit with Matt Kemp. We dive into the mentality of this great hitter and learn how he has decided to play out his career on his own terms. He is the best story in baseball in 2018. Learn why. 2018-07-1642 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 07 || The Thrill of Battle with Will Clark.In episode 7 of the Killshot podcast by Warstic we visit with the legend, the warrior, Will Clark. We tap into Will's mindset as not only an incredible college and MLB hitter but as a hitting instructor for the San Francisco Giants working with young hitters in today’s game. What is the truth about hitting from a person who has been through epic battles at the highest level, and what separates the men from the boys. 2018-06-1452 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEpisode 06 || The Attitude of Gratitude with Justin UptonToday we visit with the Warstic 2018 Face of Battle Justin Upton. J UP was the overall first selection in the 2005 MLB draft. He has overcome the expectations of critiques to become one of the most production hitters in todays game. We discuss the artists fear of the blank canvas, quote bruce lee, discuss the creation of belief, the importance of playing to compete, and why players dont generally want to say hi to you when from the on deck circle. 2018-03-2851 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleEPISODE 005 || Learn it, to Earn it. With Reigning SEC Triple Crown Winner Brent Rooker.Today we visit with Warstic Pro Brent Rooker who is one of the most accomplished College Baseball Hitters of all time. What you don't know is just exactly how far he has come since high school. We discuss his incredible capacity to learn, and how it has led directly to him earning his place in college baseball history, and to be being a first round draft pick of the Twins. 2018-02-1653 min
The Kill Shot podcast by Johnny BattleBonus Episode || Jack White + Ben Jenkins on 1310 The TicketWarstic Co-owner Jack white and founder Ben Jenkins appeared on The Hardline recently live from Globelife Park in Arlington to make a big announcement and talk about the worlds of baseball and art colliding. 2017-08-1750 min
Makers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 74: Brian Lindstrom, Art Director, Trek Bicycle; Illustrator, Bases Loaded Series"You need to put food on the table. You need to do things you need to do to have a life. But, at the same time you need to feed your soul a little bit too."
Brian Lindstrom, art director at Trek, joined the podcast this week to discuss his career designing for physical products in the consumer brand space for brands such as Oakely, Skullcandy and now Trek.
We discuss Brian's education pursuing an M.F.A. in Design, how being a California kid with Midwest roots plays into his work, why he prefers...2016-04-261h 39Makers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 74: Brian Lindstrom, Art Director, Trek Bicycle; Illustrator, Bases Loaded Series"You need to put food on the table. You need to do things you need to do to have a life. But, at the same time you need to feed your soul a little bit too."
Brian Lindstrom, art director at Trek, joined the podcast this week to discuss his career designing for physical products in the consumer brand space for brands such as Oakely, Skullcandy and now Trek.
We discuss Brian's education pursuing an M.F.A. in Design, how being a California kid with Midwest roots plays into his work, why he prefers...2016-04-261h 39
Makers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 38 (Halftime): Side ProjectsSide projects can be good for our careers and even our mental health. They help us grow as creatives and give us something to look forward to that we can control. Something that doesn't have the pressure of a client or other stakeholder.
In this episode of Halftime, Adam discusses the importance of side projects, how they can make us become known for something and can lead to our dream clients.
Mentions include:
Jeni Herberger, The Fulcrum Agency
AIRMAX 100 Project
Episode 15: Matt Stevens
Episode 22: Fraser Davidson
Jessica Hische
Daily Drop Cap
Tobias van Schneider...2015-05-2720 minMakers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 38 (Halftime): Side ProjectsSide projects can be good for our careers and even our mental health. They help us grow as creatives and give us something to look forward to that we can control. Something that doesn't have the pressure of a client or other stakeholder.
In this episode of Halftime, Adam discusses the importance of side projects, how they can make us become known for something and can lead to our dream clients.
Mentions include:
Jeni Herberger, The Fulcrum Agency
AIRMAX 100 Project
Episode 15: Matt Stevens
Episode 22: Fraser Davidson
Jessica Hische
Daily Drop Cap
Tobias van Schneider...2015-05-2720 min
Makers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 10: Ben Jenkins, Founder, Warstic Bat Company"Those guys (Huckberry, Cool Hunting, Uncrate)are out there waiting for us to make stuff...waiting for the next thing to come around where they can say 'hey look at this cool new thing'. That's out there for us as designers."
Ben Jenkins, founder and creative director of Warstic Wooden Bat Company joins the show. Ben is a former Minor League baseball player. He is also the founder of a strategic design and branding firm in Dallas, Texas, Onefastbuffalo.
Ben comes aboard to talk about his new sports product venture, Warstic Bat Co., a manufacturer...2014-09-0154 minMakers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 10: Ben Jenkins, Founder, Warstic Bat Company"Those guys (Huckberry, Cool Hunting, Uncrate)are out there waiting for us to make stuff...waiting for the next thing to come around where they can say 'hey look at this cool new thing'. That's out there for us as designers."
Ben Jenkins, founder and creative director of Warstic Wooden Bat Company joins the show. Ben is a former Minor League baseball player. He is also the founder of a strategic design and branding firm in Dallas, Texas, Onefastbuffalo.
Ben comes aboard to talk about his new sports product venture, Warstic Bat Co., a manufacturer...2014-09-0154 min
Makers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 9: Rodney Richardson, Founder/Creative Director, Rare DesignThis week, Rodney Richardson joins me on the podcast. Rodney is the founder and creative director of Rare Design, a boutique creative agency that does design and branding work for some of the biggest names in sports – including the Portland Timbers, New Orleans Pelicans, Charlotte Hornets and more.
Rodney shares the story of his career beginning as a smalltown boy working at a 3 person design shop in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to Nike and finally back to Hattiesburg to the start of his design agency.
The two discuss the passion, culture and shared beliefs in sports. Rodney al...2014-08-111h 06Makers of Sport® PodcastEpisode 9: Rodney Richardson, Founder/Creative Director, Rare DesignThis week, Rodney Richardson joins me on the podcast. Rodney is the founder and creative director of Rare Design, a boutique creative agency that does design and branding work for some of the biggest names in sports – including the Portland Timbers, New Orleans Pelicans, Charlotte Hornets and more.
Rodney shares the story of his career beginning as a smalltown boy working at a 3 person design shop in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to Nike and finally back to Hattiesburg to the start of his design agency.
The two discuss the passion, culture and shared beliefs in sports. Rodney al...2014-08-111h 06
eCommerce FuelEP #43: Manufacturing Authenticity with Ben Jenkins from Warstic.com – Part 2 2014-05-0233 min
eCommerce FuelEP #43: Manufacturing Authenticity with Ben Jenkins from Warstic.com – Part 2 2014-05-0233 min