Shows
KWB Radio PodcastEp. 85-How To Fix MLB's Pace of Play Issue@FerraroOnAir sits down with @KWBaseball to get his thoughts on what MLB can learn from his recent trip to the Little League World Series. We discuss: Pace of play solutions Embracing change Where the .300 hitter has gone Joe's epic stories about his one and only LLWS experience with his father and much more! Follow the show on Twitter @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2019-09-0847 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 84-Pat McCarthyFollowing in his father's footsteps was something Pat McCarthy didn't want to do initially. But now you can find him behind the microphone in AAA honing his craft and knocking on the door of the big leagues, only two years removed from graduating college. We discuss: His perspective on the Division I vs the Division III life How his playing experience helps him as a broadcaster The best lesson his father has ever taught him The emotions that came with broadcasting a college basketball game with his father Tom McCarthy and much more! F...
2019-08-1841 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 83-Tom McCarthyWe welcome the TV voice of the Philadelphia Phillies, Tom McCarthy, to the show! In addition to his work with the Phillies, you can listen to him calling games during the NFL season on Westwood One and CBS Sports during the NCAA basketball season. We discuss: What classes he took in school that helped him call a game The job he turned down that changed everything for him His best piece of advice for young broadcasters How he handles criticism from fans on social media and much more! Follow Tom on Twitter @TMacPhils
2019-08-041h 00KWB Radio PodcastEp. 82-Chris CarminucciGet your notebooks out as welcome Arizona Diamondbacks special assignment scout Chris Carminucci to the show! We discuss: Independent baseball and exactly who it's for How he evaluates a hitter His take on how scouts use analytics What he learned working alongside Bill Buckner and much more! Follow Chris on Twitter @CCarminucci Check out his book Sign Me! The Undrafted Baseball Player's Guide to the Independent Leagues here. Follow the show on Twitter @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2019-06-241h 02KWB Radio PodcastEp. 81-Are We Ever Really Ready?When your dreams become a reality, how do you know if you're ready or not? @KWBaseball shares a few behind-the-scenes experiences from the big leagues. Check out KW's newest adventure, Coffee with Kdub, on Youtube here. Follow the show on Twitter @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2019-06-0934 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 80-Dustin PeaseWhen you have the opportunity to bring a pitcher on to a "hitting show" it creates some of the best content for players and coaches. Former professional pitcher and Founder of Lokation Nation, Dustin Pease, joins the show! We discuss: The idea some people have of effort being more important than the game What's more important - velocity or location? Skill acquisition What stood out to him about the best hitters he faced and much more! Follow Dustin on Twitter and Instagram @lokationnation Check out his ebook at lokationnation.com
2019-05-261h 10KWB Radio PodcastEp. 79-Steve MarinoBeing a hitting coach of a professional team is not just about sitting in a cage and looking at a screen. Steve Marino joins the show to discuss: The perspective he shares with his hitters during a long pro season Examples of how he creates trust with his hitters His plan going into his second year of coaching His experience working alongside KW in spring training How he handles "blow ups" during the season and much more! Follow Steve on Twitter @SteveMarino14 Follow the show on Twitter @KWBRadio For more about...
2019-05-121h 02KWB Radio PodcastEp. 78-Geoff MillerWe welcome back Geoff Miller, Phillies Mental Skills Coach, to the show! It's been 5 years since he was on KWB Radio (you can listen to Episode 4 here) and we had a lot to catch up on! We discuss: The impacts Dennis Rogers made on Geoff Why he decided to get into sports psychology His relationship with the word "failure" Geoff explains his passion for helping players transition to life after baseball and much more! Follow Geoff on Twitter @WinningMindGEM Grab a copy of his book Intangibles: Big League Stories and Strategies for...
2019-04-2142 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 77-Opening Day EditionWe blend the silly with the serious and discuss: Playing the long game when coaching your hitters Should coaches focus solely on winning games? Are you a detail coach or big picture coach? Difficult conversations with your players and much more! Follow Joe Ferraro on Twitter and Instagram @FerraroOnAir Follow Kevin Wilson on Twitter and Instagram @KWBaseball Follow the show on Twitter @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2019-04-0750 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 76-Jeff BanisterIn one of the most gripping and powerful stories ever told on KWB Radio, 2015 MLB Manager of the Year Jeff Banister takes us through his incredible journey, one inspiring moment at a time. We discuss: Battling cancer at age 16 Being paralyzed and told he would never play again What got him through the darkest times in his life How he went about building the culture as Manager of the Texas Rangers His emotional response to the phrase "Never Ever Quit" and much more! Follow Banny on Twitter @Bannyrooster28 Follow the show...
2019-03-241h 01KWB Radio PodcastEp. 75-Joe SiddallFormer MLB catcher and current Blue Jays Central TV analyst Joe Siddall joins us for one of our most moving episodes to date. We discuss: The power of "listening" How he was signed by the Expos out of a tryout camp His thoughts on technology and developing hitters The adversity he and his family have gone through losing their son Kevin His take on coaches calling pitches - spoiler alert - HOT TAKE! and much more! Follow Joe on Twitter @SiddallJoe Follow the show on Twitter @KWBRadio For more a...
2019-03-101h 03KWB Radio PodcastEp. 74-Spring Training Edition@KWBaseball is fresh off 2 weeks on the road in AZ and FL, so naturally @FerraroOnAir wants a behind the scenes tour of Spring Training. They discuss: Joe's new coffee choice - "Midnight Joe" Vibes of spring training The importance of those "boring" drills Cage session with the legend Garth Brooks Patience with early season AB's and much more! Grab your Tanner Tees discount by using code KWB at TannerTees.com Follow the show on Twitter @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2019-02-2453 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 73-Josh HarrisonWe welcome 2X MLB All-Star Josh Harrison to the show! The Cincinnati native was a 2008 6th round draft pick by the Chicago Cubs (drafted by Ep 62 guest Tim Wilken) out of the University of Cincinnati (playing for Ep 58 guest Brian Cleary) and was then traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates where he quickly became a fan favorite! We discuss: How he hit with a fork in his family's hallway when playing with his older brothers His interpretation of hard work and talent How he communicates with his hitting coach His views on the data in the game...
2019-02-101h 00KWB Radio PodcastEp. 72-Jason PhillipsFormer MLB pitcher Jason Phillips visits @KWBaseball to break down his thoughts on developing pitchers for the next level, as well as the state of travel baseball today. We discuss: How he was discovered by MLB scouts in north/central Pennsylvania before "showcase baseball" While with the Pirates, what a coach said that changed the trajectory of his career. The value of patience and playing the "long game" What he "gave up" to get to the big leagues The hitters who gave him the most trouble in the big leagues and much more! F...
2019-01-271h 13KWB Radio PodcastEp. 71-Hitting Is A Conversation - LIVE from St. Louis!Just two guys from Philly on stage in St. Louis having a conversation about hitting! Pull up a chair with @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball as they present the KWB Experience from the NHSBCA Coaches Convention. We discuss: The benefits of having a purpose KW's hitting philosophy Meeting the hitter where he's at How to ask better questions Celebrating the small wins and much more! Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2019-01-1349 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 70-Adam HaseleyPhiladelphia Phillies 2017 1st round draft pick Adam Haseley sits down poolside with @KWBaseball and brings you inside the life of one of the best hitting prospects in the game. We discuss: His USA Baseball gold medal experience in 2013 which included "the catch" How he responded to adversity during his first 2 years at UVA His daily routine in the cage His "hitting log" that helps him navigate a full professional season The role faith has played in his life on and off the field and much more! Follow Adam on Twitter @adamhaseley7 Fol...
2018-12-231h 05KWB Radio PodcastEp. 69-Anthony IapoceChicago Cubs Hitting Coach Anthony Iapoce isn't a stranger to the Windy City. Prior to being hired in 2018 as the big league hitting coach in Chicago, he was the Cubs Minor League Hitting coordinator from 2013-15. If you're looking to go beyond the mechanics and data of the game and get in the trenches to learn how to handle personalities from all different backgrounds, this episode is for you. We discuss: How he builds relationships with his hitters Teaching a swing vs coaching an offense His relationship with data The importance of timing in communication ...
2018-12-091h 00KWB Radio PodcastEp. 68-Jason GrilliSpending over 15 years in the big leagues brings along with it many memorable experiences - both good and bad. All-Star pitcher Jason Grilli didn't have the smoothest ride over his 20-year professional baseball career, but the wisdom he gained from it was priceless. We discuss: Growing up with a big league dad What energy level allowed him to pitch at an All-Star level The downfall of technology and how it's changed the game since his first year in pro ball in 2000 What he would do if he was Commissioner of Major League Baseball His involvement with...
2018-11-251h 02KWB Radio PodcastEp. 67-Phill ShallenbergerWhat would you do if you were 30 years old, given the keys to a college baseball program and tasked with creating a unique culture? You may not know who Phill Shallenberger is now, but by the end of this episode you may be spending more time following him and his Cairn University program! Phill discusses: The moment when he knew he wanted to coach Why he changed his coaching philosophy after only 2 months on the job Phill's reasons for doing away with captains His program's hitting philosophy and much more! Follow Phill on T...
2018-11-1145 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 66-World Series EditionWith the 2018 World Series in full swing, @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball got together to talk about the series and the state of baseball today. We discuss: How Price benefited from facing an all-RHH lineup Is the game getting better or worse? Who would KW pay to watch play? What makes the Red Sox "old school" approach so successful? and much more! Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to our private Facebook group here. For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2018-10-2848 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 65-Kevin JordanThere are big league players and there are people like Kevin Jordan. Growing up in San Fransisco rooting for his favorite team, the Philadelphia Phillies, he eventually was able to live out his childhood dream by playing all 7 years of his big league career in the City of Brotherly Love. Maybe one of the most unique and well rounded big league players to have every played the game, KJ talks about: His approach at the plate Why he's concerned with some of today's hitting philosophies How he uses a rice bucket to help hitters What he did to...
2018-10-141h 14KWB Radio PodcastEp. 64-Troy CameronWe welcome former Atlanta Braves 1st round draft pick, Troy Cameron, to the show! He's currently the Head Coach of St. Thomas Aquinas High School, winning the 8A Florida State Championship in 2018. He's such a humble person, but we got him to open up and share the wisdom he's gained from his experiences both on and off the field. We discuss: His decision to sign out of HS and bypass the opportunity to play at Florida State The unique culture he's created at St. Thomas Aquinas The best hitter he ever played with His thoughts on s...
2018-09-301h 20KWB Radio PodcastEp. 63 - Your Days Are NumberedHave you thought about how many more days you have left to play or coach? @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball pull back the curtain and share their message for high school and college seniors who's days are numbered. We discuss: Leaving a legacy How do you take advantage of every moment? Learning to lead those who will lead the program when you're gone Playing with an edge and much more! Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to our private Facebook group page. For more about KWB, log on to K...
2018-09-1647 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 62-Tim WilkenIt's not every day that you get to sit down with a Hall of Fame scout. Tim Wilken joins us to share stories from his 40-years of scouting and signing some of the best players to ever play Major League Baseball. We discuss: His first time sitting down and meeting with Vincent Edward "Bo" Jackson's mom His advice for young scouts working in today's game How he balances scouting with analytics Why he loves drafting two-sport athletes and much more! Follow Tim on Twitter @backupslider Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWB...
2018-09-021h 10KWB Radio PodcastEp. 61-Cole TuckerKW's nickname for him is "Big Perm." Pittsburgh Pirates 2014 1st round draft pick and top prospect Cole Tucker crushes this episode with @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball. We discuss: Why he signs every autograph The retreat that changed his life in 8th grade How he has handled failure and adversity throughout his professional career Biggest lesson he learned from his first big league spring training Why he chokes up on the bat! and much more! Follow Cole on Twitter and Instagram @cotuck Keep the conversation going on Twitter @KWBRadio or by going to ou...
2018-08-191h 04KWB Radio PodcastEp. 60-Garin CecchiniWe welcome back former Boston Red Sox 3B Garin Cecchini to the show to talk about his struggles in the game and how he has successfully transitioned to life after baseball. This episode is raw as he takes us behind the curtain to reveal the truth behind his Major League career. This episode will help players, coaches, parents and people of all walks of life deal with the obstacles and setbacks that occur in our journey through life. Follow Garin on Twitter @GarinCecchini Become a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Ra...
2018-08-051h 06KWB Radio PodcastEp. 59-Steve MerrimanWe welcome back pitching coach Steve Merriman to the podcast! 4 years ago we sat down with Steve when he was with the Kansas City Royals to talk pitching and hitting on Episode 3. Now, he is currently the Assistant Pitching Coordinator for the Chicago Cubs and on this episode we drilled down on topics such as: Knowing your student Importance of time Culture Sifting through information and analytics Who would you rather work with? HS or college pitcher? And much more! Follow Steve on Twitter @SMerrBullpen Become a member of our private Facebook group...
2018-07-2257 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 58-Brian ClearyPull up a chair as @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball go down memory lane with KW's college coach and current Washington Nationals area scout Brian Cleary. We discuss: What BC would do differently if he could do it all over What made Kevin Youkilis different when he coached him at the University of Cincinnati His thoughts on bunting BC's feeling on "gear guys" What it was like coaching KW What he looks for when scouting potential pro guys And much more! Follow Brian on Twitter @CoachCleary11 Become a member of our private Facebook group...
2018-07-081h 08KWB Radio PodcastEp. 57- #KWBchatWe welcome back @FerraroOnAir as he teams up with @KWBaseball to answer listener questions submitted to #KWBchat on Twitter! 1. How do you teach younger players the value of personal responsibility vs. the necessity of having a 'short memory'? 2. What does it mean to 'hit to the scoreboard'? 3. What are some drills that you think that every hitter should do to elevate their game? 4. What are the best qualities of a professional manager? 5. What are your thoughts on bunting? Grab a copy of KW's new book Finding Clarity: A...
2018-06-2439 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 56-A Bronxville TaleThe Bronxville High School (NY) baseball program has been under the guidance of Head Coach Joe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir for the past 3 years. During this time, the program has undergone a transformation like few have ever seen. Joe pulls back the curtain to reveal not only HOW he did it, but also WHY he chose to go all-in, showing us there is more than one way to measure success. Sit back, grab a notebook and enjoy the show! Follow Bronxville Baseball on Twitter @Bxvillebaseball Follow Bronxville Baseball on Facebook Friends of Bronxville Baseball Become...
2018-06-111h 12KWB Radio PodcastEp. 55- #KWBchat Special EditionWe have a special guest for this week's episode! In addition to @KWBaseball answering hitting questions that were submitted via #KWBchat on Twitter, his son Braydon reveals what he and his teammates want the most from their coaches. There might be a lot of coaches looking in the mirror after listening to this episode! When you first start working with a hitter, once you listen and hear what they have to say about their swing/approach, where do you go from there to help them be the best versions of themselves? How do you maintain composure when you're...
2018-05-1328 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 54-Jakson ReetzWashington Nationals prospect Jakson Reetz joins the show to talk about catching, hitting and life as a prospect in the minor leagues. The Nebraska native won a gold medal as a member of the 2013 18U USA Baseball National Team, where he shared a dugout with KW in Taichung, Taiwan. We discuss: What real life is like as a minor leaguer How he builds relationships with his pitchers The moment he found out he could do less and gain more His off season workouts in the weight room and in the cage and much more!
2018-04-291h 06KWB Radio PodcastEp. 53- #KWBchatThe questions are in and @KWBaseball is here to provide the answers! Listeners submitted hitting and coaching questions to #KWBchat on Twitter and we picked the best ones to ask on air. 1. What approach would you suggest for a bench player who starts once a week and mainly pinch hits the rest of the time? 2. What do you think makes a good high school coach? 3. What's one simple way to get the ball in the air more? 4. Any advice on how to use pitcher's bullpens to track pitches better? ...
2018-04-1531 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 52-Jake GronskyBack for his second tour on the podcast, former St. Louis Cardinals minor leaguer, Jake Gronsky, talks about how he transitioned from professional baseball to becoming an author of A Short Season: Faith, Family and a Boy's Love for Baseball. The stories he describes will help anyone in any walk of life. Among the topics we discuss are: Regrets Choices in life Passion vs Obsession Courage in the place of fear Stick around to the end as Jake drops a major announcement! It involves another guest of KWB Radio and it was announced FIRST on...
2018-04-011h 04KWB Radio PodcastEp. 51- #KWBchatThe questions are in and @KWBaseball is here to provide the answers! Listeners submitted hitting and coaching questions to #KWBchat on Twitter and @FerraroOnAir picked the best ones to ask on air. 1. If a young player has bad habits but gets results, how do you approach it? At what point do you overhaul mechanics? 2. How do you work on hitting breaking balls? 3. Do you ever teach to sit soft? 4. Does bat speed matter? 5. What are the two types of hit and run? Continue the conversation! Become a mem...
2018-03-1130 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 50-Doug BernierEver wonder what it was like to play with Derek Jeter and watch him master his swing day in and day out? Former Major League infielder Doug Bernier sits down to talk hitting with @KWBaseball and shares his story about how he didn't learn how to HIT until he was 10 years into his professional career! This 16-year professional has a special message for hitters and coaches. Enjoy! Follow Doug on Twitter: @dougbernier Follow ProBaseballInsider on Twitter: @lowliners Follow ProBaseballInsider on Facebook: facebook.com/probaseballinsider Check out his website: ProBaseballInsider.com
2018-02-251h 03KWB Radio PodcastEp. 49- #KWBchat@KWBaseball answers hitting questions from our listeners who submitted using the hashtag #KWBchat on Twitter. @FerraroOnAir steers the ship, moderating this value-packed episode! Continue the conversation and be a member of our private Facebook group - KWB Radio Community! Request to join here. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2018-02-1134 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 48-Dana Cavalea2009 World Series Champion and former New York Yankees Director of Strength and Conditioning and Performance Enhancement, Dana Cavalea, sits down with @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball to break down the importance of evaluating players and how to individualize programming that yields the greatest results. Follow Dana on Twitter: @DanaCavalea Follow Dana on Instagram: @therealcoachd Check out his website: DanaCavalea.com Follow the show and connect on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log onto KWBaseball.com
2018-01-2158 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 12-Press Send@FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball share their personal experiences about when they committed to "Pressing Send." As KW points out, "The start is what stops most people." Join us for Day 12 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2018-01-0509 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 11-Maximize Your Influence@FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball discuss what it takes to be an influential leader for today's ballplayer on Day 11 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2018-01-0406 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 10-I'm Not Your Hitting CoachWhile the job title may say he's a hitting coach, @KWBaseball shares a story of how he helped a hitter turned his career without stepping foot inside a cage! @FerraroOnAir guides the ship on Day 10 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2018-01-0306 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 9-Understand Your ShapeHave you ever compared yourself to someone else? Do you find it hard to embrace your own unique talents? @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball help you embrace your "shape" that will lead to success at the plate and on the field on Day 9 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2018-01-0206 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 8-Teach But Don't TeachNot only is timing is the #1 thing to being a good hitter, it's also a key factor when teaching. @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball talk about the art of teaching but not teaching in Day 8 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2018-01-0106 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 7-Working In The MarginsMost people live and work in 99% of the page. But what happens when you focus your attention on working in the 1% - the margins? @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball show you how to find success in the margins on Day 7 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2017-12-3106 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 6-The Best Advice I Didn't UseWhat do you know Dad? @KWBaseball shares the best advice he ever got from his father, and sadly advice he didn't use while he was playing baseball. @FerraroOnAir sets it up for you on Day 6 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2017-12-3006 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 5-Stop Listening To Yourself and Start Talking To YourselfDo you find yourself listening to yourself more often than you talk to yourself? @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball open up The #GoodBattingBlog to help you make better decisions both on and off the field on Day 5 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2017-12-2909 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 4-Play The Long GameAre you playing the long game? @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball help you sustain your mindset and results throughout a full season on Day 4 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas Special. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2017-12-2805 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 3-Importance of 200 FeetWhat's so important about 200 feet you may ask? @KWBaseball impresses upon hitters the fact that your purpose will create your result on Day 3 of KWB Radio's 12 Days of Christmas. Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2017-12-2706 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 2-AwarenessDay 2 of KWB Radio's "12 Days of Christmas" brings you awareness. As KW says, "Learning is so natural for children that they don't even know it's happening." @FerraroOnAir and @KWBaseball unpack KW's blog post, Awareness, from KWBaseball.com Follow the show and connect with us on Twitter! @KWBRadio For more about KWB, log on to KWBaseball.com
2017-12-2606 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 1-Walk With MeDay 1 of KWB Radio's "12 Days of Christmas" kicks off with @FerraroOnAir asking @KWBaseball why he takes walks with his hitters. KW expands on his blog post Walk With Me which can be found on KWBaseball.com Merry Christmas!
2017-12-2506 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 47 - What Is Your View From the Batter's Box?The boys are helping you look at hitting through a different lens in this episode as Joe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir and Kevin Wilson @KWBaseball walk you out to home plate and share with you a different view of hitting. We dive into Chapter 1 of The #GoodBatting Book as KW explains how he teaches hitters to grow their confidence by taking their preparation to another level. Have a question for Joe or KW? Or do you want to continue the conversation? Email the boys at radio@KWBaseball.com Follow the show and connect with us on...
2017-12-1050 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 46 - Where Do Home Runs Come From?The boys are back!! Joe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir and Kevin Wilson @KWBaseball are back in-studio to bring you Episode 46 of @KWBRadio! KW asks Joe where he's been the past 9 months as he reveals the details of his absence - the 1% Better Project. Joe takes back control of the show and asks KW about the #GoodBatting Blog, getting him to elaborate on a few posts including "Where Do Your Home Runs Come From." Finally, KW reveals the vision and plan for the new and improved KWB Radio!
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One Percent BetterEp. 8: Kevin Wilson-23 Years of Five-Minute ConversationsWhen you hear Kevin say "Hitting is simple. It's just not that easy" you get a good idea of the calming wisdom of his approach. Major League Baseball players come to Kevin Wilson for help with their swing, but often come away understanding themselves and their purpose more clearly. In this conversation, Kevin and I talk about how our friendship has helped us both grow personally and professionally. Some 1% Ideas Worth Sharing: How Kevin deals with criticism. Kevin's daily mindset. His listening principles. His notetaking habit. Subscribe to Kevin's morning message at http://www...
2017-08-141h 01KWB Radio PodcastEp. 45-Teaching the MillenialJoe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir sits down with Kevin Wilson @KWBaseball to discuss what it's like to teach today's ballplayer. Joe digs deep and brings out the tricks that KW uses when teaching the modern hitter. It gets candid at times and if you're truly looking to communicate better in order to get results on the field, this episode gives you that and much more!
2017-02-0558 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 44-Rob BowenJoe Ferraro (@FerraroOnAir) and Kevin Wilson (@KWBaseball) welcome back former MLB catcher Rob Bowen (@RedAlertCrew) to the show ("Bow" was a previous guest on Episode 9). We are grateful for his willingness to share his story about how he almost DIDN'T make it to the big leagues. We also talk about why approach matters, how to make sense of launch angles and how important experience is when coaching hitters. You're going to find yourself pressing pause and rewind more than once, so make sure you have a pen and paper by your side!
2017-01-151h 12KWB Radio PodcastDay 12-Why are There so Many Hitting Coaches but so few Good Hitters?Joe takes the opportunity to wind up KW and let him go as the conversation turns serious. KW is passionate when explaining why hitters today are being done a disservice by many in the private instruction and coaching world.
2017-01-0506 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 11-When to Sit SoftJoe and Kevin talk about sitting on different "speeds" rather than certain pitches, as they dig deeper into a hitter's approach.
2017-01-0405 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 10-Less is MoreToday's hitters are being taught more is better, but what happens come game time? Take a listen as Kevin and Joe discuss the benefits of "less is more" both in hitting and in life.
2017-01-0306 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 9-The Best Answer is Sometimes a QuestionJoe asks Kevin about his style of asking questions when his hitters ask questions. Most coaches will tell players what to do, instead of being patient and helping players learn the material on their own. Kevin takes you through his process of helping hitters "learn from experience"
2017-01-0207 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 8-The Benefits of a RoutineKevin and Joe explain why the best in the world have routines. Kevin also reveals a few of his secrets to "tricking" his hitters in order for them to learn how to be "comfortable being uncomfortable."
2017-01-0109 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 7-Bases Loaded: What's Your Approach?Kevin and Joe dive into the proper mindset with the bases loaded.
2016-12-3109 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 6-Don't Just Hit Any Part of the Ball, Hit the InsideKevin and Joe talk about the fact and fiction of hitting the inside of the ball.
2016-12-3008 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 5-Who Can You Believe?With so many hitting coaches out there today, it's tough to find people who you can trust. Kevin and Joe remind you it's your career, not your coach's. We help you find the right people for you!
2016-12-2907 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 4-Your Purpose Will Set You FreeKevin and Joe talk about one of their favorite concepts - having purpose for everything you do. Do you want to be successful both on the field and in life? We share some ideas on the power of "purpose."
2016-12-2807 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 3-Stay Low in Order to be HighLearn to train like the pros! There are a lot of misconceptions about training for launch angle and swing plane. Joe and Kevin dive into some of the "tricks of the trade" when learning how to "stay low" in batting practice, in order to naturally "be high" during the game. #GoodBatting
2016-12-2705 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 2-How to Translate Analytics into SuccessMany young hitters today are inundated with data. We are seeing more and more hitting coaches teach solely off data. Joe and Kevin discuss how to filter all of this information in order to get the best results on the field.
2016-12-2605 minKWB Radio PodcastDay 1-Know Thy BodyKevin and Joe talk about the importance of consulting with strength trainers in order to help our hitters with their swings.
2016-12-2505 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 43-Think DifferentJoe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir and Kevin Wilson @KWBaseball open up about their past experiences in teaching and coaching. This episode is full of actionable takeaways that might find you hitting rewind more than a few times. Grab your notebook as we challenge you to level up and "think different."
2016-12-0457 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 42-The World Series EditionJoe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir and Kevin Wilson @KWBaseball bring you a special World Series Edition. We dive into the historic Game 7 between the Cubs and Indians, unearthing numerous teachable moments for players and coaches across all levels to learn from. Also, you won't want to miss Kevin's reaction to Joe talking about Mariano Rivera's "cutter." Plenty to digest in this unique episode, so grab a notebook and allow us to help you get 1% better.
2016-11-2055 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 41-The GB Way with Liam CarrollJoe and Kevin talk The Great Britain Way, building a culture, and of course some #GoodBatting with the leader of Great Britain Baseball, Liam Carroll.
2016-11-061h 00KWB Radio PodcastEp. 40-Inside #GoodBatting with Kevin WilsonJoe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir and Kevin Wilson @KWBaseball crack open The #GoodBatting Book to unpack a few chapters for our listeners. Joe takes the opportunity to challenge of few of KW's hitting philosophies. You don't want to miss KW's response!
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KWB Radio PodcastEp. 39-Nate FishKevin and Joe sit down with The King of Jewish Baseball, Nate Fish. Fresh off his World Baseball Classic qualifying victory, Nate discusses coaching, his College days as Kevin's teammate, and the the place for art in baseball.
2016-10-0950 minKWB Radio PodcastEp. 38-Strengths FinderJoe Ferraro @FerraroOnAir and Kevin Wilson @KWBaseball bring you one of their most unique shows to date! This episode is packed with techniques and lessons on how to find your strengths, and then know how to use them to your advantage. They discuss why so many people in today's society, harp on their weaknesses and therefore miss the opportunity to succeed on and off the field!
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2015-03-081h 03KWB Radio PodcastEp. 27-Jon Shehan, Millersville U.Jon joins Kevin and Joe to talk recruiting, practice, and hitting.
2015-03-011h 05KWB Radio PodcastEp. 26-Jake GronskyJoe heads to the Chandler Bats Headquarters to take you through Professional Baseball Player Jake Gronsky's pre-spring training routine with Kevin.
2015-02-221h 05KWB Radio PodcastEp. 25-Butch ChaffinKevin and Joe welcome former ABCA Coach of the Year Butch Chaffin.
2015-02-151h 17KWB Radio PodcastEp. 24-Caleb JosephKevin and Joe take you behind the scenes of MLB life with Baltimore Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph.
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