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Beyond the ClubhouseEp 229: Mark Immelman of CBS Sports on Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy & Ian Baker FinchMark Immelman of CBS Sports joins Garrett in a lively conversation about Scottie Scheffler and what his ceiling is, Rory McIlroy and what the Masters win and the Portrush crowd meant & Ian Baker Finch and his upcoming retirement.2025-07-2522 min
Finding the EdgeMoving Beyond The Process Vs Results Dichotomy: A Principled Based ApproachIn this episode of Finding the Edge podcast, we delve into the process-oriented vs results-oriented dichotomy. We discuss the importance of a principled-based approach, developing adaptable athletes, pitch calling strategies, and creating effective practice environments. Emphasizing the need for athletes to balance conviction with adaptability, we explore how these elements come together for successful performance.Intro music by: Muellzy@muellzymusicSupport Us & learn more about Ecological Dynamics (links below)Donate to Finding the Edge:https://buymeacoffee.com/ftepodEcological Dynamics ResourcesResources from Emergence a movement skill education company dedicated to helping coaches learn how to apply an ecological approach to und...2025-07-021h 13
Fountainhead ForumFF-52: Jeff Charles on the shooting of Garrett Foster and the conviction of Daniel PerryFollow the channel on Twitter. Go to:https://x.com/FountainheadFmBuy my novel Escape from the Village from major booksellers online. Go to:http://escapevillage.comSubscribe to the Substack. Go to:https://fountainhworeadforum.substack.com/Support the forum. Go to:https://buymeacoffee.com/fountainheadforum------------------------------------------------------------This was originally published on 6 May 2023.Jeff Charles is a journalist in Austin, Texas. We discuss the shooting of Garrett Foster in Austin on 25 July 2020. We discuss the conviction of Daniel Perry for that shooting. We discuss protests...2025-06-1856 minFinding the EdgeHow Representative is Representative Enough? Transfer of Training and the Ecological ApproachIn this episode we discussion the core principles of transfer of training for skill development. How do we develop skill and have the things we do in practice transfer to the game? We delve into the importance of understanding and applying ecological dynamics concepts such as the constraint-led approach and representative learning design to develop skills that transfer to the game. Intro music by: Muellzy@muellzymusicSupport Us & learn more about Ecological Dynamics (links below)Donate to Finding the Edge:https://buymeacoffee.com/ftepodEcological Dynamics ResourcesResources from Emergence a movement skill education company de...2025-06-021h 10
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The Adaptable Athlete PodcastSMSC 25' Speaker Spotlight : Garrett BakerSend us a textSMSC Speaker Spotlight: Garrett Baker In this episode, we’re highlighting one of our featured presenters for the 2025 Sport Movement Skill Conference — Garrett Baker, Skill Acquisition Specialist and Pitching Coach for the New York Mets. Garrett joins us to talk about the current state of skill development in baseball and why he believes coaches must move beyond traditional notions of “perfect mechanics.”We dig into how Garrett blends theory and practice in the bullpen, what makes his learning environments unique, and how his approach helps athletes become more adap...2025-05-0748 minFinding the EdgeThe Role of Intent in the Pitcher-Batter DuelIn this episode we dive into the concept of skilled intentionality with regards to the pitcher-batter interaction. We explore how intention shapes a player's behavior and performance, the importance of perceiving relevant information within the game (becoming attuned) and being calibrated is the basis for successful performance outcomes. We also discuss practical training strategies and the nuances of guiding player intentions.00:00 Introduction and Recap00:12 Understanding Skilled Intentionality02:13 Pitcher-Hitter Dynamics04:47 Intent and Self-Organization07:01 Heuristics and Intent in Sports14:15 Affordances and Calibration25:31 Practical Applications...2025-03-241h 11
Bearded Baker BanterBearded Baker Banter episode 109 February 26 2025The BEARDS discuss some big name potential QB moves in the NFL and discuss the possible teams involved in the Myles Garrett. We then dive in a full analysis of College Basketball and give our Big Bearded Saturday Board of game picks! Enjoy!2025-02-261h 09Finding the EdgeEcoD Basics: Seeing Beyond The Performer-Environment AsymmetryIn this episode of the Finding the Edge Podcast, we explore the fundamentals of ecological dynamics and its application for baseball. We discuss the mutual relationship between athletes and their environment, the importance of variability and attunement to specifying information, and the idea of skilled intentionality. The conversation touches on player autonomy, collaborative coaching, and how ecological dynamics can lead to better transfer of training from practice to game scenarios. Intro music by: Muellzy@muellzymusicSupport Us & learn more about Ecological Dynamics (links below)Donate to Finding the Edge:https://buymeacoffee.com/ftepod2025-02-181h 37
Fight Game Media NetworkWhere's Britt Baker? Also, the Omega Powers unite and the Death Riders Equals Death TV | The Dynamite ShowOn this week's show, Paul Fontaine and Jeff Hawkins open the show by talking about the wherabouts of former AEW Women's champion Britt Baker as well as other HR issues currently going on with the company. They then recap a different from usual episode of AEW Dynamite which was reshuffled at the last minute due to weather issues in that part of the country and included:An uneasy alliance between Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega which led to a big tag match announced for Grand Slam in BrisbaneMJF and Jeff Jarrett seemingly changing course with Jarrett now one...2025-01-231h 35Finding the EdgeSquare1 Round Table: Application & ExperiencesThis episode we had on Zach Jungles, Jared Slater, and Rob Blanc on to discuss their personal experiences utilizing Square 1 with their athletes. Zach Jungles is a strength coach who has worked with athletes from the high school level to the professional level. He and Jared Slater will be teaming up to bring Square 1 to the Charleston, South Carolina area soon! Rob Blanc works remotely with many baseball players nationally and works in the health and wellness industry overseeing multiple health and wellness facilities.
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Resources from Emergence a movement skill educ...2024-12-171h 55Finding the EdgeMotor Control Restoration for Enhancing Player Development and Performance - feat Jared SlaterIn this episode we had on Jared Slater a sports performance coach who go
his BS in Exercise Science from Division II Missouri Western
University, where he pitched for the Griffins. Since then he worked at
TCU under Zach Dechant and most recently at Tred Athletics. Jared has
recently integrated Square 1 a motor control restoration system to the
work he does with baseball players with great success. Today we explore
how Jared has integrated Square 1 into how he develops athletes.
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Donate to Fi...2024-11-181h 21Finding the EdgeInvestigating MLB's New Bat Metrics | Ft Max BayIn this episode we have on former guest of the show Max Bay. Max most recently worked for the Huston Astros in their R&D department. In this episode Max advocates for the use of mix effects models for gaining deeper insights for player evaluations and development.
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Fight Game Media NetworkThe Dynamite Show - Danielson vs Jarrett | Britt Baker Drama | MJF vs Kyle FletcherOn this week's show, Paul Fontaine and Jeff Jarrett talked about the recent Britt Baker suspension as well as the news that Lucha Brothers appear to be heading to WWE. They then recapped AEW Dynamite from Winston-Salem, NC which included:MJF vs Kyle Fletcher in a title eliminator match and a heavy heat angle afterward to build to MJF/Ospreay at All InBryan Danielson vs Jeff Jarrett in a no DQ match which set up a promo by World champion Swerve Strickland that closed the showBritt Baker having her storyline suspension lifted and cutting a promo on Mercedes...2024-08-081h 34Finding the EdgeTackling Arm Injuries: Principles of Arm Health Part 2 - Ft Bill Miller, Tanner Pruett, & Yuji SuzukiIn this episode we have on Bill Miller, Tanner Pruett, and Yuji Suzuki
to discuss the arm injury epidemic in baseball. The impetus for this
conversation was the a podcast that Rob Gray did with Ryan Crotin which
you can listen to Rob's podcast episode here ➡️
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The Faith & Hustle PodcastEP2 - Who is Garret Baker?Join us as Garrett shares a little about his upbringing, how he got started in business, and how his faith has carried him through it all!2024-06-0730 minFinding the EdgeSpecifying & Non Specifying Information in Batted Ball Sports with Ben FranksIn this episode we have on Ben Franks, a senior lecturer in applied coaching sciences at Oxford Brookes University. We discuss Ben's current work with cricket batters and how it can relate to baseball.
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BSPN - Bay Area Sports Podcast NetworkThompson 2 Clark - Giants sign Jordan Hicks | Dusty Baker is backOn Thompson 2 Clark, Brad and GG discussed the Giants new starter (?) Jordan Hicks. Also, they talked about the news that Dusty Baker is back in the orange and black.Follow us on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/thompson2clarkFollow us on Instagram/Threads: https://www.instagram.com/bspn_media/Subscribe to our YouTube page: youtube.com/channel/UCtZcOujFqlbmo2bA0MriRhAWebsite: https://www.bspnmedia.com/Discord invite: https://discord.gg/REaaGcDEfTEmail: gg@bspnmedia.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...2024-01-171h 00Finding the EdgeDeveloping Pitchers from an Ecological Perspective with Tanner PruettIn this episode, we have on Tanner Pruett discusses his coaching journey and how it has evolved over time. Tanner played baseball at Modesto Junior College in CA and Crown College in MN. He began his coaching career at Starters Sports Training and went on to coach at St Cloud State University, Tread Athletics and is currently a pitching instructor at Mash Baseball and a volunteer pitching coach at North Central University.
In this episode we discuss the importance of allowing athletes to
explore and find their own movement solutions, rather than focusing on perfect mechanics. Tanner also discusses...2023-12-221h 48Finding the EdgeReflecting on the 2023 Sport Movement Skill Conference with Garrett Baker & AJ FerraraIn this episode, we share our thoughts on the 2023 Sport Movement Skill Conference hosted by Emergence. In our conversation, we explore the importance of discovering the ecosystem of Art and Science, where it lives and breaths within an Ecological Approach. We discuss the need for athletes to be adaptable and resourceful in dynamic sporting contexts. The conversation highlights the role coaches play in creating practice environments that foster exploration and
problem-solving. We discuss the value of facilitating space for athletes to explore in order to find their authentic functional fit within the context of their sport.
Talks we highly...2023-12-131h 52Finding the EdgeCody Bellinger, Luis Arraez, and Expected StatsThis week we talk about Cody Bellinger, Luis Arraez, Expected Stats, and Weighted Runs Above Average.
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Birth Trauma Stories(formerly The Twinky Chronicles)S.3 E.10 Brittany Baker Birth Trauma from a Doula’s Perspective Part 1Today’s episode is extra special. Almost 5 years ago I became pregnant and knew I wanted to have a doula with my second daughter. Enter Brittany Baker. At the time Brittany was a student doula trying to become certified. This meant she needed to have 3 births under her belt in order to be certified. She agreed to take me on as a client as long as she could perform her checklist while I was in labor & postpartum. Little did either of us know what that decision meant at the time. For Brittany, it meant walking into another birth and wa...2023-11-2332 minFinding the EdgeCoach Like a Farmer: Cultivating Player Development with Chad Longworth and Bill MillerWe have back on Chad Longworth and Bill Miller back on to discuss a twitter post Chad made on Coach like a Farmer.
https://x.com/clongbaseball/status/1686165575007903744?s=20
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BSPN - Bay Area Sports Podcast NetworkThompson 2 Clark - Melvin, Bochy, and BakerBrad Evans and Garrett Gonzales are back on Thompson 2 Clark. They look at the Giants new manager and two Giants' old managers on today's show.They also talked about who the best Giants targets are in free agency.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thompson2clarkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bspn_media/Subscribe to our YouTube page: youtube.com/channel/UCtZcOujFqlbmo2bA0MriRhAWebsite: https://www.bspnmedia.com/Discord invite: https://discord.gg/REaaGcDEfTEmail: gg@bspnmedia.com2023-10-3157 minFinding the EdgeWithin Failure Lies the Seeds of Future Success: Taking the Fear Out of Failure | With Chad LongworthWe have back on Chad Longworth back on to discuss a blog post he wrote
Winning And Learning: Exploring The Benefits of Growth Through Losing.
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LessWrong (Curated & Popular)"AI presidents discuss AI alignment agendas" by TurnTrout & Garrett BakerThis is a linkpost for https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02kbWY5mahQNone of the presidents fully represent my (TurnTrout's) views.TurnTrout wrote the script. Garrett Baker helped produce the video after the audio was complete. Thanks to David Udell, Ulisse Mini, Noemi Chulo, and especially Rio Popper for feedback and assistance in writing the script.Source:https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/7M2iHPLaNzPNXHuMv/ai-presidents-discuss-ai-alignment-agendasYouTube video kindly provided by the authors. Other text narrated for LessWrong by TYPE III AUDIO.Share feedback on this...2023-09-1923 min
The Get-real podcast.Garrett's story on The Get Real Podcast
Garrett Nau's story is a must-hear. Garrett's traumas could have caused a life of struggles, but he knew he didn't want that for himself. Garrett credits using his traumas for personal growth to the man he is today. Trust us when we say this episode is not something you want to miss!
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CORVETTE TODAYCORVETTE TODAY #152-Meet Corvette Racing Legend, Kim Baker The name, Kim Baker, is not necessarily synonymous with Corvette Racing-he didn't racing for the Corvette Team. What Kim Baker did do is dominate the GT Class SCCA National Championships and Endurance Races in a showroom-stock C4 Corvette! As a matter of fact, Baker and his Corvette were so dominating that the SCCA disallowed them to race in the series, prompting Chevrolet to create it's own Corvette-only race series called The Corvette Challenge Series! Bakeracing dominated in its day. Kim joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett, to talk about his life, his racing and what he's...2023-03-1328 min
In the Zone - with Garrison RoyEP 86: Garrett Baker: Skill vs Action and EcoDSend us a textJoin us as we explore the world of coaching and sports performance through an ecological lens with Garrett Baker. In this episode, we'll be discussing Garrett's experience in The Movement Academy with Emergence, and how his approach to coaching has evolved since then.We'll also be exploring the role of an ecological approach in in-game situations. Garrett will share his insights on how this approach can help athletes develop into their authentic selves and take ownership of their actions on the field. We'll dive into how this approach can invite athletes...2023-03-071h 14Finding the EdgeProspective Control and Analyzing Data from an Ecological Perspective with Andrew WilsonIn this episode we had on Andrew Wilson Professor at Leeds Beckett University. Major themes discussed were data collection and reporting, prospective control, and taking an Ecological approach to data analytics.
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BachTalkGarrett Baker - Mets Integration Pitching Coach Episode 4 Season 5 is out with Garrett Baker. He is currently an Integration Pitching Coach within the Mets organization. Garrett obtained his Master of Science in Exercise Science - Sports Psychology while also having a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise from Cedarville University. Garret’s background includes coaching within 4 colleges and Powerhouse Performance Training. Garrett talks about using all of his backgrounds from pitching, S&C, and Sports Psychology towards the development of pitching. Garrett talks about using the Ecological approach and overall human movement from Ido Portal to progress pitche...2023-02-141h 02Finding the EdgeIntegrating Exploration Back Into On-Field PerformanceIn this episode, we discuss the importance of being able to integrate our exploration back into getting better on the field. One of the major mistakes that many people make who go all in on exploring to become more athletic often coaches end up programming activities to explore just for the sake of exploration. We don't want them to get good at doing random novel tasks but figure out how to perform more consistently and effectively come game time. Therefore it's imperative that coaches discover how to harness the power of exploration to facilitate skill development. At the end...2023-01-102h 40Finding the EdgeSerious Play: Developing Skillful MoversIn this episode, we riff off of a video by Rafe Kelley from Evolve Move Play where Rafe and John Vervaeke are discussing the idea of Serious Play. We explore what it means to be a good coach and how you can utilize play to facilitate engagement, growth, and development. We also interacted with a few other video clips from Inning by Inning and Bruce Lee's movie Enter the Dragon.
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Why Serious Play is Transformative! By Rafe Kelley
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CORVETTE TODAYCORVETTE TODAY #138-Meet the New Director of Collections & Education at the NCM, Brian BakerThe National Corvette Museum continues to add A-List talent to their roster! On this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, your host, Steve Garrett, introduces you to the new Director of Collections & Education at the Museum, Brian Baker. Brian has a rich working history with General Motors and actually was the designer of the SSR! Brian joined the NCM recently and has a wonderful vision of the future for the Museum. You'll hear all about that in this episode of CORVETTE TODAY.2022-12-0541 min
Women of Color An Intimate ConversationHow Lisa L. Baker Took a Leap of Faith Pursuing Life Coaching This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Lisa L. Baker, CEO and Founder, gets to helps others answer their purpose, live her purpose, and give back. At the age of 54, Lisa said Yes to the severance package her company was offering, had no plan, and because of that leap of faith, she “gets to do”. Check out this week’s episode for more. This week’s guest is… Lisa L. Baker shows high performing professionals how to Level Up – get connected, get promoted, get wealth – and Live the Life of Their Drea...2022-11-2023 minFinding the EdgeGoodhart's Law: Avoiding the Pitfalls of AnalyticsGoodhart's law is an important concept for coaches and analysts to keep in mind to maintain an edge when technology, data, and analytics are so pervasive in today's game. Simply following the current trends in the tech and data space may lead coaches, players, and organizations to misuse their analytics departments resulting in players underperforming on the field given the underlying data analysis. In this episode, we discuss the limitations we currently see with chasing metrics and how using an ecological approach can allow you to better harness analytics for your player development and on-field performance.
Link...2022-11-172h 22Finding the EdgeHow Visual Conditions Shape our Hitting Ability with Chad LongworthThis week we have Chad Longworth back on the podcast. Chad is a self-professed curiosity junkie, it is what defines him and his journey. As a coach, he believes that his playing career is completely irrelevant to helping players with their journey, other than his ability to relate as he's been there and knows how it feels. Chad is a facility owner and player development coach in Virginia.
In this episode, we discuss some of the principles which we think underpin hitting, how different constraints affect our vision and subsequent movement behavior, ecological dynamics, bunting, and more...2022-10-312h 41
Garrett Talks SportsBONUS PODCAST- BAKER MAYFIELD TRADEDBaker Mayfield was traded to the Carolina Panthers. What does this mean for DJ Moore and Christian McCaffery?
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Ballfield Banter47. Baker Mayfield to the Panthers, and an Announcement!Baker Mayfield is now a Carolina Panther! What does that mean for the Panthers' primary pass-catchers? And who is somebody I think the fantasy football community is still undervaluing? Plus, a big announcement about the podcast!
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Finding the EdgeUtilizing Play to Rehabbing Injuries and Staying Healthy with Jackie WuIn this episode, we brought Jackie Wu on to learn more about her and her course TheraPlay which takes a games-based approach to injury rehabilitation. In addition to incorporating play to recover from injury, play is a great way to stay healthy and make you more resilient to injury. If you would like to learn more about her course please email Jackie at strengththerapyhelp@gmail.com or email us at FTEpod@gmail.com. We had a great discussion exploring the various educational resources we each have taken and see as well as how her approach to movement and TheraPlay...2022-06-301h 24Finding the EdgeThe Next Gen Coach: Strength & Conditioning meets Skill Development with Bill MillerAfter a little hiatus, we're back with guest Bill Miller. Bill is unique in baseball, as he works with players both as a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Skills Coach. In our opinion, this is the future of sports coaching where the sport coach has a fundamental understanding of both strength and conditioning and motor learning principles.
Topics covered in this episode were:
Power Development and Post Activation Potentiation (PAP)
Workload management
How Javlin training can be applied to pitching development
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The Outer Podcast#15 WWE, Coachella, And New Music (feat. Garrett)On this episode Garrett swings by and shares some new music.2022-04-251h 03
The Adaptable Athlete PodcastPitching Beyond The Metrics w/ Garrett BakerSend us a textFor today’s episode, I’m joined by Garrett Baker! (@coachgbaker) Garrett is the Director of Baseball Player development at Inspiration Academy in Bradenton Florida…Think IMG academy but with a focus on baseball on tennis. Prior to that Garrett spent 3 season as the recruiting coordinator, pitching coach and strength coach at American International College.He also spent 1 season as a pitching coach at and baseball strength and conditioning coach at Westfield State University As a player Garrett was a pitcher and spent 2 years playing in...2022-03-1046 minFinding the EdgeExploring the Mental Side of the Game through an Ecological Lens with Julian GonalezThis week we had on Julian Gonalez who recently got hired by the Orioles as Hitting Coach in the Dominican Republic. In this episode we had very emergent discussion where we explored the psychological side of the game through an ecological lens. This led us to explore how breathing and arousal regulation play into performance and how can we incorporate them into our training environments.
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Resources discussed in this podcast were:
The Mental Keys to Hitting by H.A Dorfman
The Inner Game of Tennis...2022-02-071h 13
Chilton SportsWeek 17- Baker, Mahomes, RamsThis episode is about all of the interesting week 17 matchups, and stats.
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Better Men, Better Ballplayers89 - Garrett Baker: Inspiration Academy (FL)Garrett Baker notes
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Bio
Player development coordinator for Inspiration Academy (Bradenton, FL) (Summer of 2021)
American International College pitching/recruiting coordinator, and assisted S&C (Fall of 2018)
Westfield State University pitching and S&C (2017)
Independent Baseball (empire league (NH), and Pecos league (AR))
Undergraduate in Exercise science and Masters Degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology
Topics
Starting with a breathing exercise and routine based warm up
Meetings in small groups
Skill emerges t...2021-12-061h 24Finding the EdgeLive Commentary on Brewers vs Braves NLDS Game 4 with Caleb AbneyIn this week's episode, we had Caleb Abney back on with Garrett to have an emergent discussion while watching the Brewers vs Braves NLDS Game 4 in which we discuss some of the practical applications of an Ecological Approach in the context of watching a playoff game. A time-stamped outline of the topics we cover in this episode is listed below for your convenience.
00:00 | Introduction
03:04 | Intro Music
03:22 | Start of the Episode: Game Commentators
05:26 | Giants v Dodgers Gavin Lux 107 EV Flyball Out to End the Game
11:33 | Open Jersey
2021-11-1159 minFinding the EdgeBaseball Analytics and Twitter Threads with Max BayThis week we had on Max Bay to discuss some of his Twitter threads analyzing baseball. We discussed the pitching metrics he came up with Stuff+, Location+, and Pitching+ and their implications. We also discussed how to get started doing data analysis with baseball data using R. Other topics we covered were can you teach command?, Command vs control, what can spray angle tell us?, and much more.
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What's Your "And"?421: Ford Baker is a CEO & Road Cyclist [podcast]Ford Baker, CEO and Founder of BaCo Tech, talks about how his poor health led him towards discovering his passion for cycling and how it has improved his life personally and in the workplace! Ford also talks about how he tries to encourage his organization to take more time off and lead a healthier lifestyle as well as how this led him to create his own accounting system to improve productivity and free up time for employees!2021-09-2239 minFinding the EdgeUtilizing Challenging Practice Activities with Caleb AbneyIn this episode, we had recurring guest of the show, Caleb Abney, back on to discuss one of his tweets on creating challenging practice environments that generated a lot of discussion and engagement on Twitter. In this conversation, we covered the art of coaching, how to introduce challenging task design, information scaling with using a pitching machine, thoughts and cognitions, as well as how the interaction of coach, player, team dynamics play into skill performance and development. Additionally, we recorded a video version of this episode! If you'd like to watch it please check out and subscribe to our...2021-09-101h 12Finding the EdgeReflection on Flow States from an Ecological PerspectiveIn this episode, we have another emergent discussion that we record back in June after our spring seasons had ended. The discussion started with a reflection on our previous episode with Ted Monnich on how flow states can fit within an Ecological Approach to skilled behavior. We also explored the ecological concept of affordances and the role of thoughts and cognition play within the perception of affordances. We wrap up our conversation discussing the power of narrative to facilitate buy-in when presenting new information, especially data.
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Cookie & The MonsterMonday August 9th - Does Baker Mayfield Deserve Josh Allen Money?On this debut edition of Cookie & The Monster on Lima's Sports Radio 93.1 The Fan:
-Talking Buckeyes with Mark Rea
-Preview the Allen East Mustangs football team
-Does Baker Mayfield deserve Josh Allen money?2021-08-0957 min
Autism WeeklyWho’s the Boss? What Families Need To Know About Instructional Control - With Amanda Garrett-Baker, BCBA - #40This week we welcome Amanda Garrett-Baker to the podcast to talk about what parents need to know about instructional control. Simply put, Instructional control is an ABA term “for how likely your child is to listen to you and follow directions”. If the answer is “not likely” then this podcast episode is for you!
Check out Amanda's Instagram & Twitter to get more helpful parenting tips!
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What's Your "And"?387: Will Baker is a Marketer & Musician & Church Planter [podcast]Will Baker talks about his passions for playing guitar, his work as a church planter, and how he maintains a priority for these things in his life along with his career. He also talks about the importance of being a part of a community outside of work!2021-05-2629 minFinding the EdgeFlow for Peak Performance with Ted MonnichIn this episode, we have on Ted Monnich a sport psychology consultant who is currently getting his PhD studying flow state. Our discussion was around flow state and what things coaches and athletes can do to help facilitate getting into flow on the field. We also touched on how to deal with performance anxiety, group flow, how this could fit within an ecological approach to movement skill, and more.
Ted Monnich's website: http://tedmonnich.com/index.htm
Book Recommendations
The Mind within the Brain: https://amzn.to/3r9plcj
The...2021-03-021h 15Finding the EdgeBuilding intrinsic motivation, player relationships, and workload management with George ZirkelIn this episode, we had George Zirkel Pitching Coordinator at MSI Baseball in PA, back on the podcast to discuss workload management. We had an emergent discussion where we also explored the potential limitations of an Ecological approach, co-designing training plans with athletes, player relationships, the importance of intrinsic motivation, purposeful catch play, the role of visualization in practice, Motus, weighted balls, and much more. Buckle up for this in-depth conversation with George Zirkel!
Twitter: @George_Zirkel2021-02-081h 42
We're Dying HereRobin Garrett, Mentor of Baker, Leader of Nurses.Robin Garrett is a long time friend and mentor to Jane. She is a new friend of Micah's. She is a smarty pants that has retired from professing and nursing both! Enjoy!
Near death experience, check.
REM sleep aficionado, check.
Woman who thinks her kids should bury her near a headstone she likes but not buy one for her, check!
Thanks for listening folks!2021-01-281h 04
The DudecastHow to reinvigorate old friendships with Billy BakerKerstin Gerst Emerson, an assistant professor at the University of Georgia’s Institute of Gerontology. “In public health, we talk all the time about obesity and smoking and have all these interventions, but not about people who are lonely and socially isolated. There are really tangible, terrible outcomes. Lonely people are dying, they’re less healthy, and they are costing our society more.”
As someone who’s suffered from loneliness, and difficulty in building male friendships, I found myself searching for articles, videos, anything that could help me feel like I was part of a community. Enter Billy Bake...2021-01-2744 minFinding the EdgeDeveloping Catchers Thru an Ecological Lens with Joe MangiameliThis week we have on Joe Mangiameli a MiLB Catching Coach in the Minnesota Twins organization. In this episode, we discuss how an ecological approach to skill acquisition shifted Joe's view of player development and how he trains his catchers. We also discuss receiving, converted catchers, workload management, umpires, robo umps, and more.2020-11-241h 27Finding the EdgeBatting Practice and the Highest Form of TechniqueThis week we have another emergent discussion from a month ago around a couple of hitting articles as well as a blog post written by one of the hosts of the show. Topics of discussion, the highest form of technique, pitching machines limitations, representative strike-ball percentages in batting practice, fostering competitive mindset, failure is a part of growth, and more.
Articles mentioned in this podcast with links *Below*
The Physics of Batting Practice by David Kagan
https://tht.fangraphs.com/the-physics-of-batting-practice/
A Novel Idea in the Majors: Using Batting Practice to Get B...2020-10-2055 minFinding the EdgeSwing Timing an Ecological ExplorationThis week we start our discussion by looking at an article written by Ethan Moore titled "Three Things We Could Learn From Swing Timing Analysis" which evolved into a conversation of how motor learning concepts can be applied to the analysis in this article.
Article Link: https://prospects365.com/2020/08/18/3-things-we-could-learn-from-swing-timing-analysis/
Author's twitter: @Moore_Stats
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2020-09-141h 18Finding the EdgeVariability a discussion with Rob Gray on his new research paperThis week we have ASU professor and host of the Perception & Action Podcast Rob Gray back on the show to talk about his latest paper on baseball batting titled,
Changes in Movement Coordination Associated With Skill Acquisition in Baseball Batting: Freezing/Freeing Degrees of Freedom and Functional Variability. Topics we explore in this episode include the degrees of freedom problem and
the role of variability, good & bad variability, the
uncontrolled manifold analysis,
in-phase and anti-phase movement
, and how can coaches practically apply the findings Rob's latest paper?
Research Paper link:
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.0...2020-08-071h 04Finding the EdgeIs anticipation good or bad for hitters?In this week's episode, we explore topics on anticipation, deception, and attentional blindness, adding novelty with constraints in a training environment, and perspective control. We also discuss the usefulness of the MLB video search for coaches and did a video recording of Robert showing us how to utilize MLB's new video library.
Youtube:
MLB Video Search Clip: https://youtu.be/SlmF939vA1E
Full episode: https://youtu.be/65Z6mUOyGvU
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Subscribe on Youtu...2020-07-241h 23Finding the EdgeStudent managers, tech, and analytics with Cal Poly Analyst Ethan MooreThis week we have on Ethan Moore who is a student manager and analyst for the Cal Poly baseball program. This week we discuss the benefits of being a student manager, how to communicate data to coaches and players, sabermetrics, how to utilize technology on a budget, and more.
Twitter: @Moore_Stats
https://twitter.com/Moore_Stats
Articles mentioned:
https://www.businessinsider.com/batting-practice-experiment-and-learning-strategies-2014-6?amp
Contextual interference effects with skilled baseball players
https://www.gwern.net/docs/spacedrepetition/1994-hall.pdf
Join our Discord: bit.ly/3a07...2020-07-171h 46Finding the EdgeAn ecological approach to developing pitchers with Garrett BakerThis week we have on Garrett Baker Pitching Coach for American International College. This week we explore how he uses an ecological approach to developing his pitching staff at AIC. We discuss how to create an adaptable pitcher, the mental side of pitching, HRV and breathing, what specifying information do pitchers connect with, and what does representative design look like for pitchers and how can you use data to guide that design.
Products mentioned in this podcast:
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/inner-balance/id569278747
https://www.amazon...2020-07-091h 26Finding the EdgeThe Value of Student Managers with Sam BornsteinThis week we have on Sam Bornstein former head of the student managers for Iowa’s baseball program. This week we talk with Sam about his experience as a student manager at Iowa and how they utilized technology to improve player development.
Twitter: @Sam__Bornstein
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Subscribe on Youtube: https://bit.ly/34dZ7MQ2020-06-2637 min
Born & Raised Music PodcastBuilding Your Fanbase and Songwriting with Erick BakerYou can check out more of Erick Baker’s music on his website: http://www.erickbaker.com/2020-06-2200 minFinding the EdgeThe evolution of a baseball coach: A conversation with Chad LongworthThis week we spoke with hitting coach and facility owner Chad Longworth. We talk about how he got into coaching, his early adoption of technology, how his coaching philosophy has evolved over the years, social media, entrepreneurship, innovative products he’s created, and more. To learn more about Chad be sure to check out his website, blog, and follow him on social media. Links below.
Website: https://chadlongworthonline.com/
Twitter: @clongbaseball
Instagram: clongbaseball
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@Rob...2020-06-191h 26Finding the EdgeExploring Batter's Gaze Behavior with Kyle Lindley from Driveline's R&D DeptThis week we had on Kyle Lindley from Driveline’s R&D department and co-host of the Driveline R&D Podcast. We talked with Kyle about his background and experience and how got into R&D at Driveline. We also explore and discuss some of the gaze behavior research its application and future research. Make sure to follow Kyle Lindley work on social media and their podcast at the links below.
Driveline R&D Podcast link: https://bit.ly/36DEEAD
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kylelindley_
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Find u...2020-06-111h 14Finding the EdgeData Analytics: A conversation with Driveline R&D Analyst Alex CaravanThis week we had a conversation with Alex Caravan from Driveline who works in their R&D Department and is a co-host of the Driveline R&D Podcast. Alex talks about how he got into baseball and working at Driveline. We also explore some basic statistical concepts as well as how that applies to player development. Make sure to follow Caravan on Twitter @Alex_Caravan and check out their podcast on Youtube or other major podcasting platforms.
Driveline R&D Podcast link: https://bit.ly/36DEEAD
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alex_Caravan
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Subscribe on Youtube: https://bit.ly/34dZ7MQ2020-05-012h 23Finding the EdgePitching, mental health, and pitch secquencing study reflectionThis week we talk about what we have been learning from some of the various zoom calls we have been on while we all have been sequestered at home. Additionally, we discuss the journal club we did with Rob Gray in which Brock Hammit made a cameo. While once again talking about what we are doing with the Baseball Coaches Clubhouse discord server and some of the different events we will be facilitating with it.
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Su...2020-04-241h 04Finding the EdgeA discussion with Rob Gray exploring ecological psychology and baseballThis week we were fortunate to have on the podcast Rob Gray professor at ASU and host of the Perception & Action Podcast. We discuss with Rob some of his research into virtual reality (VR) environments as well as how some of his research on drivers' perception could have implications for baseball batters. We also explore a variety of other topics as well. Rob has lots of great resources on the field of ecological psychology on his website: https://perceptionaction.com/
Additionally, Rob recommends at the end of the podcast to check out Sian Beilock's book How...2020-04-161h 07Finding the EdgeExploring the relationship of Pitch Location and Exit Velocity with R StudioThis week Robert and I explore batters exit velocity based upon pitch location with R Studio. We ended up video recording a part of our podcast so you guys can see what Robert was talking about with the cool visuals he created in R Studio from Baseball Savant data on batter's exit velocity based upon pitch location. If you want to check that out link below. We also discuss the discord serve we created for coaches and athletic staff that work with baseball as a resource and place to interact, share ideas, have discussions, and grow the game of...2020-04-111h 06Finding the EdgeCreating Adjustable Hitters with Caleb AbneyThis week we had Caleb Abney who this past season was the hitting coach for Covenant College and helped guide their offense to be one of the top offenses in the country at the D3 level before their season was cut short due to the pandemic. He has coaching experience from the high school level to the professional level working most recently in 2019 with the Minnesota Twins in the Gulf Coast League. Today we explore Caleb's hitting philosophy and how to develop adjustable hitters.
Make sure to follow Caleb on Twitter: @Cabney18
...2020-03-301h 51Finding the EdgeExploring Catching and Hitting from an Ecological Dynamics Lens with Nick AscueThis week we had Nick Ascue who is the Volunteer Assistant at Bowling Green University in Ohio in charge of catchers and hitters there. Today we explore how Nick develops catchers and hitters through both a games-based and ecological approach. We also explore catching through the perspective of the umpire and what their intentions and perceptions may be and how they contribute to ball and strike calls and how the catcher can exploit that information to their advantage.
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Join our Discord: bit.ly/3a07z1B2020-03-231h 36Finding the EdgeExploring how motor learning theories and analytics can inform one anotherThis week we introduce Robert Frey as a co-host and discuss the intention behind the podcast and the direction moving forward. We also explore machine learning and how it could aid in scouting pitchers and how pitchers could counter it being used against them. We also touch on and give our thoughts on the cancellations of many athletes' spring seasons.
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Subscribe on Youtube: https://bit.ly/34dZ7MQ2020-03-161h 27Finding the EdgeExploring the Mental Side of the Game with Troy RallingsThis week on the podcast we have Troy Rallings who was a stand out relief pitcher at the University of Washington where he accumulated numerous awards and records as PAC-12 Pitcher of the Year, the Louisville Slugger and Rawlings First Team All-American Relief Pitcher, and West Coast Player of the Year. While at the University of Washington he set the single season ERA record, career appearances record, and tied the school's career saves record. In this episode we explore the mental side of the game with Troy and the mindset of a closer.2020-03-021h 28Finding the EdgeAnalyzing Data with R an Interview with Robert FreyThis week we have on Robert Frey. Robert has created a Shiny app in R that allows teams and players to analyze practice or game data. His Shiny app also allows teams to analyze opposing teams as well and generate scouting reports. In this episode we discuss with Robert what inspired him to get into baseball analytics, ways to use R to analyze data, and what projects he's currently working.
You can check out Robert's Shiny app at this link below.
https://robertlfrey.shinyapps.io/NAIABaseballStatistics/
2020-02-251h 06Finding the EdgeMotor Control Restoration a Conversation with Shawn Sherman Creator of the Square1 SystemThis week we have on Shawn Sherman the Founder and Creator of the Square 1 System to discuss their motor control restoration modality that is aimed at restoring the motor function of joint actions that don't tolerate load and cause the body to compensate as result. We take a deep dive into what is Square 1 and how it can help get guys health and keep them on the field to how it can help improve performance for baseball players. 2020-02-172h 04Finding the EdgeInterview with MSI Pitching Coordinator George ZirkelOn this podcast we interview George Zirkel Pitching Coordinator at MSI located just outside of Philadelphia. George is also currently pursuing his Master's Degree in Motor Learning at Columbia University. In this episode we explore how the motor learning research can be applied to improving pitching performance as well as how to program for a large group of athletes. 2020-02-0452 minFinding the EdgeInterview with Jake Stone of Simple Sabermetrics & Director of Ops & Player Dev at Penn StateOn this episode we have with us Jake Stone from Simple Sabermetrics. Not to be confused with Justin Stone a mistake that many including myself have made. But if you don’t know Jake you should he is also the Director of Operations and Player Development at Penn State. Today we explore with Jake his youtube channel focused around the new advances in player development and how he utilizes technology at Penn State to help his players. Jake has also put together an analytics department for Penn State’s team as well as oversees their student managers and we dive...2020-01-271h 02Finding the EdgeReflecting on Finding the Edge in 2019 and the start of 2020On this podcast we reflect on what we've learned in 2019 since starting this podcast as well as the start of 2020. Garrett was able to make it out to ABCA this year and we spent some time reflecting on the conference as well as the start of the college season. Additionally, Brock shared a little update on his new position with the Brewers. On this podcast we not only reflected on some past ideas but also explored some new ideas. 2020-01-2053 min
Resist Average Academy | Tommy BakerEp. 152 | Unleash Your Soul Purpose and Wealth with Garrett GundersonWhat does your soul purpose have to do with extracting and creating wealth, prosperity and financial abundance? Well, in just one word: everything. Your ability to live in purpose and abundance from the inside out will impact every part of your sales, marketing and business, which is where our latest guest comes in —Garrett B. Gunderson. Garrett is Founder and Chief Wealth Architect of Wealth Factory, a lifelong entrepreneur, keynote speaker and a New York Times best-selling author of Killing Sacred Cows: Overcoming the Financial Myths That Are Destroying Your Prosperity. He has dedicated his life to ed...2019-12-1250 minFinding the EdgeA Conversation with Sumair Shah former Driveline R&D Dept.This week we interview Sumair Shaw who has worked for Driveline Baseball's R&D department and has written for Baseball Prospectus. We discuss where to start with data to help players, interesting questions in baseball including gaze behavior, using short box for batting practice among other things. We also talk about what does the research process look like at Driveline and what is good process from bad. 2019-12-0949 min
You, Me, and Your Top ThreeStart by Asking for Help (wsg Larry Freed)During this episode, You Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks with Larry Freed, CEO Give and Take, Inc.. Larry is a multi-time CEO who utilizes the concepts from Adam Grant’s best-selling book Give and Take to scale businesses. He speaks about SaaS businesses and partnering with academic institutions and their PhDs to create unique and valuable business opportunities. Larry dives deep into the knowledge collaboration capability and the art of encouraging people to invest in one another by giving and seeking help; deepening relationship trust. And, of course, Larry shares his top three – ranging from his...2019-12-041h 04Finding the EdgeInterview with Arkansas Graduate Manager Phil CebuharThis episode we interview Phil Cebuhar Graduate Manager with University of Arkansas. Phil talks about his journey to becoming a coach from college player to coaching with the Indians in the Dominican Republic to his current position with Arkansas. He also discusses the technology he has used with both the Indians and with Arkansas. 2019-12-0242 minFinding the EdgePrinciples for Randomized Practice and Representative Design for Machine WorkIn episode 6 we cover a litany of topics ranging from principles for randomized practice to using statistics to predict the NL MVP. We also discuss a simple way to improve your pitching machine work with hitters, the role of visual search strategies, and anticipation for hitters.2019-11-2545 min
Tash Talk Sport PodcastMiles Garrett DebateDiscuss whether or not Myles Garrett is telling the truth about the racial slur he States Mason Rudolph said.
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Finding the EdgeInterview with 108 Hitting Trainer Brian PozosThis week we had on Brian Pozos a hitting trainer at 108 Performance in LA. In our conversation Brian highlights the importance of keeping a journal. We also talked about what is acquired during skill acquisition, the mental game and how outside factors influence the swing, and social learning experiences. Minor use of a swear word used when quoting the name of a book.2019-11-201h 03
Finding the EdgeExploring Ways to Utilize Metrics and DataThis week we discuss some of the changes that have occurred at MSU transitioning from fall ball to the off-season mainly surrounding workload management. We then transition into talking about utilizing different technologies such as Blast Motion and how data can factor into practice design.2019-11-1153 min
Finding the EdgeHow to Incorporate an Ecological Dynamics Approach in Batting PracticeA few of the things we discuss this episode are ALCS, affordances in hitting, calibration, and ways to improve batting practice.2019-11-0452 min
Finding the EdgeHow to Use Data to Develop Adjustable Hitters2019-10-281h 03
Finding the EdgeExploring Environments in a Constraint Led Approach2019-10-111h 07
On Point With Garrett WeaverEpisode 61 | These Boots Were made For Huntin...With Brandon BakerThis Episode I'm joined with Brandon Baker from Baker's Boots And Clothing out of Eugene Oregon. This is a great episode to get an unbiased technical approach to selecting a boot. Brandon and I cover how to pick out, size and buy the right accessories for your needs. Check out Brandon's website at www.bakershoe.com
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2019-06-111h 20
You, Me, and Your Top ThreeFrom Disability to Disruptor (wsg - George Baker)George Baker gives us an in-depth walkthrough of his journey from his early beginnings as employee of his family business to entrepreneur, to making incredible strides in the parking tech industry. George presents key details surrounding his parking operation, technology company, ParkHub and the evolution of shifting from consumer business model to enterprise. George concludes with talking through each of individuals who played an incredible role in making certain he led with a “Failure is not Final…” mindset and a tenacity to build and propel with vision. About George Baker George Baker has nearly 17 years of han...2019-05-3054 min
Mostly Lifting StuffEp 11 Mostly Lifting Stuff with Nick BakerEpisode 11 of Mostly Lifting Stuff featuring Nick Baker. Nick is a Mechanical Engineering student at Oakland University and trains for both strength and aesthetics.
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What's Your "And"?70: Ron Baker's passion drives deeper client connections [podcast]Ron Baker really hates the billable hour. I mean really, really, really hates it. And you can throw in timesheets, too, while you're at it. It all started after he left his job at Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. to start his own firm and realized how annoying it was for his clients to be billed this way. He immediately started value pricing and hasn't looked back since, having written several books and coached many other firm owners to do the same. And, oh yeah, he's a pretty decent golfer who loves to travel. In this episode, we...2017-03-1533 min