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A Charge To KeepWeek 6 Preview: King's Academy
In a battle of Northern California vs Southern California, Rio Hondo Prep (5-1) will travel 360 miles up to Sunnyvale to take on the King's Academy Knights (1-3) in a game that will be the furthest RHP has traveled in their history. The Kares look to rebound immediately following their loss to Torrance last week and are poised to get back on track. Many players, coaches, and families will also be attending the Cal game in Berkely on Saturday as Ryan McCulloch and the Golden Bears host the #7 ranked Miami Hurricanes. Our guest today is 2000 Rio graduate Matt Heady who...
2024-10-031h 12A Charge To KeepSenior CircuitRio Hondo Prep improved to 5-0 with a 44-6 victory over the Bellflower Buccaneers. On Senior Night, the Kares honored their 4th year players with starting spots and a ceremony before kickoff. Rio scored in all 3 phases of the game, and it was once again won with key contributions from the entire roster. Coach Carson talks about the near flawless performance and presenting a game ball to dedicated fan Dave Heersema on his 70th birthday. Senior Quarterback Landry Johnson also joins the show after throwing a touchdown pass and catching a touchdown pass in last night's win.
2024-09-2149 minA Charge To KeepAugust Arrival
As we enter the month where football officially begins, Coach Mark Carson joins me to recap the summer and look ahead to getting back onto the field. He talks about the skills and contributions of our final three seniors Andy Xu, Winston Yang, and Dominick Yang-Lim. Coach and I go down memory lane a little bit with some memories of my mother Diane Heersema and some fun times in his brand new Toyota Carolla back in the day. We also discuss the upcoming practice schedule and how the team can avoid a let down this season with complacency versus...
2024-08-031h 05A Charge To KeepThankful And Grateful
Happy Thanksgiving from the Heersema family! On this special occasion I am joined by my brother Sam and father Dave. The Rio Hondo Prep football team had their final practice this morning in preparation for the CIF Finals tomorrow and we could all not be more excited. My dad, brother, and I reminisce about some RHP football memories and why the program will always be special to us. It's time to eat! Enjoy the family, fellowship, and of course football. We will see most of you tomorrow night in Santa Monica for the biggest Championship Game in school history...
2023-11-2336 min
Get Home SafeMr Red, White, and Blue
On this special Independence Day episode, I'm joined by my brother Sam Heersema from his bunker in Orange County. We chat about some memories from the 4th of July and its powerful significance. Sam and I also ramble about ways to stay motivated on the daily grind. A lot has changed over the years but our brotherhood remains stronger than ever. When Sam and I get together, nothing is off the table. Happy Independence Day!
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2023-07-041h 12Get Home SafeHarmful Hateful HurtfulI have multiple rants today where I demand change, listening to reason, and thinking for ourselves. I make an argument that one NFL team has a truly insensitive mascot name that is appalling in 2022. President Biden has declared the pandemic is over, but for most of us it has been for quite some time. ESPN continues to show their incompetence with a story regarding BYU and Oregon from Saturday. We have all dated people we know we shouldn't have and perhaps it is the perfect analogy for the love affair involving running quarterbacks in the NFL. Happy birthday to...
2022-09-2359 min
Get Home SafeHappy Father's Day DadMy brother Sam Heersema joins me share some memories and lessons from our father , Dave Heersema. We reflect back on the hilarious and serious moments from the past three decades that have shaped both of our lives. Sam and I are incredibly honored to have such a hard working father who has a style unlike anyone on Earth. We love you Dad! Thanks for always giving us wisdom, courage, and guidance. Happy Father's Day!
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2022-06-171h 19Get Home SafeThe Time Is Now; The Place Is HereSuper Bowl 56 is here! I'm joined by my father, Dave Heersema, for a special edition of the podcast as we reflect to when our fanhood started as well as a look forward to the Big Game in LA this Sunday. We are also joined by Johnny Govea, who is one of the biggest fans of Los Angeles sports out there. We all reminisce about some painful playoff memories and the incredible moments that we will never forget. Later on, Rio Hondo Prep star running back Johnathan Guerrero stops by to talk about his love for the Cincinatti Bengals and how...
2022-02-111h 13Get Home SafeA Picture Is Worth A Thousand WordsMatt Brown has been a Professional Photographer for 35 years. He has a great deal of experience in the world of sports having worked at Sports Illustrated and ESPN The Magazine. As a resident of Southern California, Matt has had a front row seat to countless games for the Lakers, Angels, local colleges, and just about every other athletic contest. He also is the host of a podcast called Just A Good Conversation where he sits down with a variety of guests and enjoys the lost art of meaningful conversations. Matt and I met many times while we each contributed to...
2021-07-231h 59Get Home SafeManic MondayWe start off a new week of shows with a pair of guests. Both Sam Heersema and Todd Carson zoom in for separate segments. Sam and I discuss his popular podcast episode from last week, ungrateful people in America, and possibly his recurring appearance a few times a month. The connection with Todd was difficult at times but we chat about his good friend Dave Joe being on the show recently as well as Todd and I getting together to watch some USA Baseball at 3:00am next week. Some other topics on the show today include LA County masks, the...
2021-07-191h 04Get Home SafeIf You're Not Sore, Do Some MoreMy brother Sam Heersema makes a return appearance to the podcast after a long layoff. We react to the wild results from UFC 264 on Saturday night and list random things people do that make them untrustworthy. Sam also talks about his favorite whiskeys and a few podcasts that he is a big fan of. Additionally, we argue about soccer as we watch the Euro Cup Final while recording. I want to try to get Uncle Sam back on the Get Home Safe podcast on a monthly basis in going forward, but we definitely made up for lost time with this...
2021-07-121h 30Get Home SafeMemorable MomentsI am joined by my brother Sam Heersema to recap UFC 259 and also talk about some of our most memorable sports viewing memories. We both give our thoughts on the upcoming March Madness and go over other sports memories that a couple listeners sent in. Additionally, we start the week off with a very powerful Suds With Studs segment.
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2021-03-081h 53Get Home SafeHope Springs EternalMy brother Sam Heersema joins me to discuss a few fights from the weekend and some spring football news. Our conversation includes Sam's starting 5 of influential Leaders from Kare Youth League, coworkers who don't pull their weight, and the passing of a radio icon. I also feature another Medal of Honor recipient in our Suds With Studs segment.
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2021-02-221h 27Get Home SafeGoff Angeles & Stat PadfordMy brother Sam Heersema is back with me after a month hiatus. We chat about the huge NFL trade between the Lions and Rams. We also discuss why podcasts are a quality escape and each of us makes our official Super Bowl predictions. The Suds With Studs segment makes its first Monday appearance as well.
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2021-02-011h 31Get Home SafeJanuary Justice LeagueAs we kick off our first week of shows in 2021, I'm joined by my brother Sam Heersema to break down all the action from Week 17 in the NFL. We look ahead to next week's playoff matchups as well as give our two cents on the college football playoff system. January is the best month of the year for many reasons but there is nothing quite like playoff football.
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2021-01-041h 25Get Home SafeManaging ExpectationsMy brother Sam Heersema joins me to discuss the Rams being Sleepless in Seattle as well as other action from the NFL. We give our predictions on the College Football Playoff as well as look forward into 2021. Sam and I are ready for a new year but are managing our expectations with caution.
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2020-12-281h 08Get Home SafeA Culture of MediocritySam Heersema joins me again for a sports weekend recap. We discuss the Canelo fight, the terrible play of both the Rams and USC, as well as some thoughts about what makes Christmas special. Also, California's ridiculous policies have forced the Rose Bowl Game to move to Texas and Covid paranoia continues to run rampant.
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2020-12-211h 30Get Home Safe12 Days of ChristmasSam Heersema joins us for his semi weekly appearance to break down all the sports action from the weekend. Topics include Sarah Fuller, running the football, the Christmas season, and candidates for MVP of the NFL. We also talk about if teams that play 6 games deserve a spot in the College Football Playoff and the potential Fury/Joshua fight for an undisputed heavyweight champion. Additionally, I have a few thoughts on the new magic ice cream from Ben and Jerry's.
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2020-12-141h 28Get Home SafeSmoke Breaks in the CornerMy brother Sam Heersema returns for a recap of NFL action from Sunday. We chat about the Rams big win, the announcement of Floyd Mayweather vs Logan Paul, and what it would be like to have a fighter's corner to go to during our day. In the future, we hope to have Sam on for most Monday episodes.
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2020-12-071h 07Get Home SafeKickoff The HolidaysMy brother Sam Heersema helps me break down the NFL action from Week 11. We might make him a Monday regular if the listeners approve.
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2020-11-231h 13Get Home SafeWorking Hard or Hardly WorkingMy brother Sam Heersema returns after his last appearance a couple months ago. This time we focus on jobs and careers. Sam and I have each had different experiences with various jobs and we find it interesting that although you never end up where you thought you would, you do end up where you're supposed to. Good luck to everyone out there as hopefully America goes back to work soon.
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2020-11-061h 11Get Home SafeSamuel DistancingSam Heersema is back to speak his mind on sports and current events. I enjoy watching sports with him as we see things very similarly. We are brothers so there is plenty of disagreement about many different subjects. I might be louder on the microphone these days but Sam is way more outspoken. Prior to this episode, a special tribute remembering 9/11 was released as well.
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2020-09-111h 42Get Home SafeLet's RollOn the 19th anniversary of the tragedies of 9/11/01, I reflect on my memories from that day. I share with you the many things I think about when this date comes around every year. There is also a very special tribute in our weekly Suds With Studs segment. It's hard not to get emotional on this day so we added this Bonus Episode to focus on remembering those we lost. Our originally scheduled interview with guest Sam Heersema is being released today shortly after this episode is published.
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2020-09-1150 minGet Home SafePlow The Fields: Total FootballMark Carson is the head coach of the Rio Hondo Prep football team. We will talk about the challenges of the season being pushed back to late December and how continuing to prepare is the only option. Mark will also discuss the evolution of RHP football and what makes the program so consistent. Rio Hondo Prep is the smallest school in California to play 11 man football and has 14 CIF Championships throughout its history.
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2020-09-101h 48Get Home SafeOur job is not to ruin your day.Bill Barnes is back for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. Most of today's episode revolves around questions from our listeners. Keep them coming guys. In the last segment, we discuss the lack of accountability from Bryce Harper and Nancy Pelosi.
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2020-09-091h 39Get Home SafeAll HartEd Hart's podcast "From The Hart" is informative and inspiring. Ed currently works as a Family Business Educator and Consultant. He is also a Sports Leadership Professor and the former GM of the Fullerton Flyers.
Ed hired me as an intern for the Flyers when I was a senior at Cal State Fullerton. I only worked there one season but I will never forget the positive professionalism that Ed Hart displays on a daily basis. If you're interested in hearing the podcast that Ed operates, it can be found at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-hart-presented-by-orange-kiwi-consulting/id1490339323
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2020-09-081h 41Get Home SafeLights, Camera, ActionRobert Bray is a proud parent of three Rio Hondo Prep graduates and has been a big contributer to the school as the official video coordinator for 20 years. Both he and my father are retired electricians who have volunteered a lot of their time to the program over the years. Robert is always behind the camera to film every big event at RHP and provides live access to fans online. He will talk about his Arkansas roots, electrical work with my dad, and RHP sports.
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2020-09-071h 37Get Home SafeDate NightValerie Byrnes is the host of the Lady Piper's Podcast as well as my lovely girlfriend! She was on our show back on April 6th and is back to chat about what life has been like living with me in the Lockdown. We will talk about our favorite TV shows and agree that it's time for some more comedy in our lives. I'm very proud of her for the connection to today's Suds With Studs segment and her commitment to honoring fallen police officers with her bagpipes.
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2020-09-041h 45Get Home SafeSuit Up! Tremor the RallysaurusAaron Bisbop has been the mascot of the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes for over 20 years. During baseball games in the California League, he performs as Tremor for the Advanced-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Aaron will share stories from his days as the mascot and why he thinks Minor League Baseball is such a special place.
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2020-09-031h 20Get Home SafePick And Choose Your BattlesBill Barnes is back for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. He sheds light on the recent police involved shooting in Kenosha, WI and the aftermath. We are both critical of celebrities politicians, and athletes today. Bill and I do some rapid fire topics near the end and cover a lot of ground.
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2020-09-022h 06Get Home SafeIt's always a BIG GAME to somebody.Frank Villar is a Pac 12 football official who has worked the National Championship in both 2013 and 2020. He recently worked the XFL, was promoted to white hat of a Pac 12 crew, and was selected for the NFL Officiating Development Program. Frank is as humble as they come and a remarkable leader who loves to give back to young officials. He was my first instructor when I began with the Foothill Citrus high school unit and I continue to learn from him about the great game of football.
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2020-09-011h 37Get Home SafeSpecial Weapons And TacticsChuck Becker is a retired Lieutenant from the Pomona Police Department. He worked for 30 years in law enforcement and has experience as a SWAT Commander. Chuck and I have umpired college baseball together over the years, but we also have a few connections that show just how small the world can be.
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2020-08-311h 46Get Home SafeRooter BusScott Root is an NCAA football Referee in the Big Sky Conference. He will discuss his path to get to Division 1-AA (FCS) and share some stories from his time on the Gridiron. Scott has been officiating football for nearly 30 years and is a proud member of the Foothill Citrus Football Officials Association. We will also talk a little baseball with Scott in regards to his coaching days at the high school level.
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2020-08-281h 41Get Home SafeBilly Maze HazeBilly Haze is a two time College World Series umpire (2016 & 2019). He is also the assignor for the SCIAC, GSAC, and Cal Pac conferences out here in the west. Additionally, Billy runs the Black & Blue Umpire Camps and has helped multiple guys advance to various levels of college baseball. We will talk about his umpire journey and discuss the challenges for college baseball moving forward.
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2020-08-271h 39Get Home SafeHot Temperatures, High Blood Pressures, & Hot MicrophonesBill Barnes is back for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In! He answers multiple questions from listeners and gives his thoughts on the inconsistencies of the mainstream media. Bill also discusses when comments cross the line and other times when people just need to lighten up.
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2020-08-261h 53Get Home SafeI Love LAJohnny Govea is one of the biggest all around LA sports fans out there. He's one of the few consistent fans that loves ALL of the LA teams and doesn't make exceptions. Johnny, like many LA Rams, knew that even though they were in Missouri, they were still the LOS ANGELES RAMS and always will be. He will share memories and stories that demonstrate the passion he has for the Rams, Lakers, and Dodgers.
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2020-08-251h 22Get Home SafeConstructive and ProductiveScott Acevedo is a Senior Superintendent for a general contractor. He has spent most of his life in construction and has also found time to officiate high school basketball. Scott shares some memories from his journey throughout officiating as well as his thoughts on the crazy world we are living in.
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2020-08-241h 22Get Home SafeBait to DebateFred Monteblanco makes a return appearance to the podcast. He chats about the social media protocols, the return of sports, virtue signaling, and the "Look At Me" world we live in.
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2020-08-211h 48Get Home SafePhilosophies & PrinciplesDan Davis is a Registered Investment Advisor. He will offer some great financial advice that will be beneficial to your future. As one of his clients myself, I respect his insight and trust his guidance. Dan was also a teacher of mine in both 8th grade and high school. He will share some memories from teaching as well as offer some options for those who are interested in improving their financial situation down the road.
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2020-08-201h 36Get Home SafeYou Know The EndingBill Barnes is back for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. We shift our focus to a couple of big law enforcement stories from the past that occurred locally. Bill happens to know a lot of those who were involved and breaks down two very wild real life stories. One involves a Sheriff Deputy falling in love with a murderer. The other is about one of the biggest bank robbery shootouts in California history.
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2020-08-191h 41Get Home SafePar for the CourseMike Salas has been officiating high school basketball for a long time. He officiates women's college basketball as well. Mike is a life long Rams fan and has been a season ticket holder since they returned home in 2016. He is also a huge Dodgers fan and an avid golfer. Mike has a great passion for sports, but above all, he is most proud of his three daughters.
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2020-08-181h 26Get Home SafeViolence & AggressionEdwin Ixta kicks off our week of interviews. He is a coach and teacher at Rio Hondo Prep. Edwin never liked football much growing up but found the passion for it in his high school years. He shares his thoughts on what he considers to be the three "Eras" of RHP football after the turn of the century. Edwin is one of the most loyal listeners of the Get Home Safe podcast and it is a pleasure to finally have him on the show.
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2020-08-171h 52Get Home SafeNew York State of MindBrian Marine joins us from the Philadelphia area to chat about sports and his beloved New York teams. He grew up on the east coast and moved to Los Angeles for a while before returning to the coast he prefers. Brian umpires college baseball and has recently worked the NCAA Regionals. He will also share his local memories of 9/11 and a time when the United States came together.
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2020-08-141h 37Get Home SafeIt can't be your first game EVERY game.Max Hernandez has been officiating high school and community college football for a long time. He shares some funny stories from his experience on the gridiron. Max is also a huge Los Angeles Rams fan and a proud season ticket holder. We will talk a lot of Rams football as well as how one can find love at a Del Taco.
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2020-08-131h 24Get Home SafeGuess What?Bill Barnes is back for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. He will react to the Vice Presidential pick for the Democrats as well as the postponement of both the Big 10 and Pac 12 football seasons. Strap in for a long one. Get your juice boxes ready!
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2020-08-121h 49Get Home SafeOne Day At A TimeTawny Drain is a CrossFit competitor and coach. She shares her story about overcoming adversity experienced throughout her life. Tawny recently went through liver transplant surgery and her recovery is going well. She has a long way to go but is up for the challenge. Tawny also fills us in on her thoughts about all of her family members.
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2020-08-111h 21Get Home SafeTake Me Home, Country RoadsIt is our 100th episode! Today we will celebrate by honoring a man who has meant so much to so many young men. Ken Drain has been a coach at Rio Hondo Prep for quite some time. He recently celebrated his 70th birthday so we collected voice messages from nearly 50 of his former players to pay tribute to his leadership. His consistent lessons continue to ring true today as shared by so many of his former players. Practice Makes Permanent and Run Your Race To Win!
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2020-08-101h 19Get Home SafeDoctor CollinsJohn Collins joins us from Detroit, Michigan to discuss his path to becoming a Doctor. He talks about competitiveness being a big reason he decided to pursue Med School. John embraces the challenges of working in the Emergency Room and shares his thoughts on Covid-19.
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2020-08-071h 34Get Home SafeFastballs & Face-OffsHank Lemoine is our first international guest! He lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba and loves umpiring baseball. Hank has experience in the American Association of Professional Baseball and is a fixture at Winnipeg Goldeyes games when he's not on the field working. He and I talk a lot about the great game of hockey and why it's so important to our neighbors to the North.
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2020-08-061h 31Get Home SafeDon't Make The Same Mistake OnceBill Barnes returns for his Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In segment. We answer a question from listener, pay tribute to the late college baseball coach Mike Gillespie, and give our thoughts on entitled athletes. (UNCENSORED)
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2020-08-051h 55Get Home SafeRavens and Tigers and Buffalo, Oh My!Dane Ratajski is a Veternarian in Buffalo, NY. He and I umpired together in the Coastal Plain League in 2009 as we waited for the official call we later received into Minor League Baseball. Dane is from Baltimore originally and is a graduate of Auburn University. He loves his Ravens and Tigers on the gridiron as well as many other animals he comes across in his office daily.
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2020-08-041h 24Get Home SafeTrench WarfareZach Stiver starts off our week talking some football. He won two CIF championships at Rio Hondo Prep and played briefly at the University of La Verne after high school. Zach will chat about life in the trenches, how plans change as you grow older, and reflect on some people who've made a big impact on his life.
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2020-08-031h 47Get Home SafeEazy-AAaron Riekenberg is the head basketball coach at La Habra HS. I met him and his wife Shelley when we were all classmates our senior year at Cal State Fullerton. Aaron will share his thoughts on coaching hoops, Dodgers baseball, and the various paths that life's journey takes us.
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2020-07-311h 22Get Home SafeT.O. JoeJoe Maiden is a college baseball umpire who works primarily in the Pac 12. He has experience in professional baseball and has recently umpired in the NCAA postseason. Joe works as an Environmental Inspector in Thousand Oaks, CA and will reflect on how that community rallied through heavy adversity a few years ago.
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2020-07-301h 16Get Home SafeEver On The Ready My LadsBill Barnes is here for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. He recently had his 61st birthday and is in a good mood. We talk mostly sports this week and covered many topics. Some include Dr Fauci's worst pitch, MLB predictions, SCIAC football, and comments on the Astros/Dodgers "tough guy contest" in Houston.
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2020-07-291h 30Get Home SafeBragger SwaggerTom Bragger joins us from Fort Smith, Arkansas. He grew up in California and was a New York sports fan due to his father's influence. Tom loves all sports and is not afraid to share his opinions. We both can't wait for sports to bring us all together again soon so that we can get back to arguing about them.
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2020-07-281h 42Get Home SafeBe Aggressive, Stay AggressiveChris Tipton is the owner of Lucror Inc which is a Sales and Marketing firm in Boston. He is a former Minor League Baseball umpire who I had the privilege to be partners with in 2011. We traveled throughout the Midwest League for 5 months and became very good friends. Chris helped light a fire under me which made me a better umpire and a better person overall.
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2020-07-271h 15Get Home SafeThe Frain of the OperationMichael Frain is a college football official who I've had the opportunity to work with. He was the Referee for the NCAA D3 National Championship in 2017 and has many more goals to achieve. Michael loves his home Chicago sports teams and is one of the software engineers who makes updates on the ESPN app come to you.
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2020-07-241h 31Get Home SafeFight On with David HongDavid Hong and I used to coach sports and work in an office together. He has lived in Seattle, El Paso, St Louis, and Korea. David loves America, USC Football, and is a proud Army husband.
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2020-07-231h 54Get Home SafeYou're the One Who's Out of ControlBill Barnes is back for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. Topics include the new football calendar, women in sports, MLB starting, domestic terrorism, and Bill being the calm one while Matt is a little more fired up.
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2020-07-221h 48Get Home SafeAll is Fair/Foul in Baseball and PoliticsI worked my first professional baseball game with Gavin back in 2009. After umpiring in Minor League Baseball, he began a career in politics. Gavin works at the Capitol in Saint Paul, MN and will chat about what it's like working as a Legislative Director.
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2020-07-211h 26Get Home SafeSports, Stocks, & SophieDaniel Castro was on the 8th grade team when I first starting coaching while I was in college. He is now a fellow graduate of not only RHP but also Cal State Fullerton. He works in real estate and the stock market. Danny loves all sports and will give them all a chance. He and his wife welcomed their first child this year and shared what the experience was like in a quarantine.
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2020-07-201h 19Get Home SafeBSN Sports & UmpiringMike Blinci joins us to discuss his work at BSN Sports in southern California. He also runs a podcast called SoCal Coaches Talk and umpires college baseball. Mike is a contributor to the Black & Blue Umpire Camps as well.
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2020-07-171h 07Get Home SafeArmory and MinistryRod Heaton coached me when I was in 4th grade and had a big impact on me not only attending church but eventually enrolling at Rio Hondo Prep. He shares his thoughts on why RHP football is so special as well as what drives him in his passion for preaching the word of God.
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2020-07-161h 35Get Home SafeRight Place at a Bad TimeBill Barnes shares a story from his weekend that could have ended badly had he not stepped in. Bill drove past a woman who was contemplating jumping off a bridge and talked to her until the authorities arrived. We also discuss the return of sports looking less likely and Bill finishing the most recent season of the TV show Bosch.
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2020-07-151h 34Get Home SafeThe Day is Good, God is Great.Shalimar Jackson is one of my favorite partners I ever worked with on a college football field. He brings the energy and intensity that I feel is necessary to manage a tough game. Shalimar played football at New Mexico State and now works as a Re-entry Supervisor for the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.
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2020-07-141h 31Get Home Safe2 Minute Minor for LaughingTrevor Linn is a former member of the Coast Guard and a huge hockey fan. He currently works on elevators as a career and loves doing stand up comedy as a hobby. We cover a lot of ground including the LA Kings, comic books, and street art. (UNCENSORED)
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2020-07-131h 40Get Home SafeTables TurnedTodd Carson jumps in the driver's seat for this episode and runs the show. He turns the tables on the host and interviews Matt Heersema while also occasionally impersonating him. We have a lot of fun but also share our latest segment of Suds With Studs.
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2020-07-102h 21Get Home SafeGod is the best at hitting a moving target.Ed Drain is a Cancer survivor and an inspiration to countless people. He was diagnosed with Leukemia when he was 9 years old and will tell us about his conquering journey. He now teaches and coaches kids that were around his age when his life changed forever.
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2020-07-091h 25Get Home SafeDesperate Times Call for FireworksBill Barnes returns from his out of state travel over the 4th of July weekend and is back on for his Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. We took the show on the road to his house in Rancho Cucamonga for a remote podcast. Bill was right at home in his kitchen and on the microphone. (UNCENSORED)
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2020-07-081h 15Get Home SafeRHP, UCLA, LAFDJordan Ross has been with the LAFD for over 10 years. He shares what it's like behind the scenes at the Firehouse and what it's like working alongside Law Enforcement. He is a great family man and a great example of those who serve in his field.
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2020-07-071h 19Get Home SafeQuarterback ConnectionThe QBs of the last 8 man and first 11 man football championships at Rio Hondo Prep share some moments from the gridiron. Will Torrico works with RHP football as the eye in the sky and has many other jobs that he contributes to. Will reflects on his great family, fun memories, and his excitement for all the things he loves doing in his daily life.
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2020-07-061h 34Get Home SafeAmerica The BeautifulIn this special edition, we pay tribute to the United States of America. In addition to my general thoughts on what the 4th of July means to me, I also include some special poems and lyrics. It is our third installment of the"Suds with Studs" segment as well. HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!!!
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2020-07-0353 minGet Home SafeCarpio DiemKevinz Carpio is an Athletic Trainer who has worked at all levels. He has experience in both college and professional sports. He has recently found a home working at a high school in Adelanto, CA. Kevinz will share with us the mindset of what it takes to be a Trainer as well as how he now looks at the game very differently. Officials can relate!
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2020-07-021h 40Get Home SafeIt Ain't Easy Livin These DaysBill Barnes returns for his weekly appearance to chat about the inconsistency of Covid enforcement. We also cover the mess that is Major League Baseball. Bill has some nice plans for the 4th of July weekend so we don't want to keep him too long. (UNCENSORED)
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2020-07-011h 17Get Home SafeWristbands & RespectJason Ramos is an Associate Executive Director for YMCA Los Angeles. He's also one of the toughest all around football players I've ever seen. Jason talks about how important it is to play sports when you're young and also shares a story to show why he holds law enforcement in such high regard.
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2020-06-301h 50Get Home SafeKen YouTube Lee (KYL)Ken Lee is a fellow podcaster and the third Lee brother we've had on. He has plenty to say about his brothers and lots of memories to share. Ken works as a police detective and is a great family man.
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2020-06-291h 28Get Home SafeGod, Country, Corps, FamilyMajor Bill Lee talks about his service in the United States Marine Corps. He loves to build young men into the leaders that society needs. Bill is never one to back down from a confrontation. He loves God, his family, and his country.
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2020-06-262h 08Get Home SafeStella, Machine Gun Shay, & NashvilleShay Munoz joins us to talk some music! She is a singer and has performed with multiple bands, including with my girlfriend Valerie. We talk a little about using alter egos to combat stage fright. Shay is proud of her hometown of Bakersfield, CA and its music heritage. Shay will also discuss her upcoming move to Nashville, TN.
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2020-06-251h 07Get Home SafeWhat Are We Doing???Bill Barnes is back for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In. Topics include Brett Favre's comments, the President Trump rally, hypocrisy of Jimmy Kimmel, MLB possibly returning, and Bill's willingness to piss off everyone rather than try to please them. (UNCENSORED)
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2020-06-241h 32Get Home SafePreciado Path & Living in Las VegasNick Preciado joins us from Las Vegas! He grew up in southern California but will fill us in on what it's like moving to the bright lights in the desert. He has plenty of memories from KYL and RHP to discuss as well.
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2020-06-231h 15Get Home SafeChef JeffJeff Andrews joins us from Connecticut! We talk about working spring training together while we were both umpires in the Minor Leagues. These days he works at a restaurant cooking food and also officiates 3 sports locally. He loves his Philadelphia Eagles and sharing some great memories!
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2020-06-221h 25Get Home SafeRoommate RoyRoy Ramirez joins us from Texas to give his opinion on some current events. He has experience as an EMT and now works for the Federal Government. We were roommates at Umpire School in 2009 and it was great to catch up!
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2020-06-191h 22Get Home SafeKeep Your Eyes on the BallRick Johnson talks about growing up with KYL/RHP as his backyard. He's around kids all day as a school teacher, a coach, and as a father. He loves teaching others in many aspects of life.
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2020-06-181h 33Get Home SafeBadminton, Montana Western, & Social MediocrityBill Barnes returns for the Weekly Wednesday Weigh-In! We cover the MLB, badminton, police training, and the hypocrisy of the social media mob. We live in a Culture of Mediocrity. (UNCENSORED)
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2020-06-171h 33Get Home SafeA Baseball Love StoryBilly Cunha joins us to talk some baseball. He and I were partners in the Northwest League in 2010 and have a lot of catching up to do. Billy talks about the strange ways baseball can direct our paths.
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2020-06-161h 40Get Home SafeIn the Big InningDan Baumgardner Sr joins us to talk youth sports, high school sports, and what makes baseball different from all the rest. His sons were teammates of my brother and I in high school and we have a lot of memories to share.
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2020-06-151h 40Get Home SafeReminiscing with ReynoldsAaron Reynolds has umpiring in his blood. Both he and his dad worked in the Minor Leagues 30 years apart. It was great to catch up with my former colleague. He is currently in Law School and has strong opinions about the LA Rams leaving his home city of St Louis.
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2020-06-121h 28Get Home SafeMinter Is HereMike Minter is a proud supporter of Kare Youth League and Rio Hondo Prep. He discusses what it's been like for his son and other graduates of 2020 during the Lockdown. Mike also has some experience umpiring baseball and coaching football.
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2020-06-1154 minGet Home SafeHypocrisy and InconsistencyCovid-19, Lockdown, Protests, why the 2nd amendment is important, and the hypocrisy of government. Bill Barnes brings the strong opinions we love him for. (UNCENSORED)
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2020-06-101h 37Get Home SafeThe Best in the BusinessTony Padilla is well known as one of the best basketball officials in the NCAA. He has worked the Final Four twice and can be seen on the floor almost every night during the season. He also has a baseball side that not many know about. He loves what be does and is a great example to those who officiate any sport or those who manage personalities in their job.
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2020-06-091h 19Get Home SafeMonday McCraven MemoriesTodd McCraven leads off our week with a discussion about the current state of law enforcement. He is a recently retired LA County Sheriff and shares plenty of insight about the job. He is a proud father of three and has some great memories from watching his kids grow up.
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2020-06-081h 33Get Home SafeLove It or Leave ItJoe Baldino joins us to talk about the commitment involved in college football officiating and why it might not be for everyone. The former college baseball player enjoys spending time with family and fantasy sports. He also has a unique connection to the umpiring world.
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2020-06-051h 16Get Home SafeSamuel the SequelMy brother Sam Heersema joins me on the back patio for a conversation about the virus, dating, playing football, and mentors. (Uncensored)
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2020-05-041h 07Get Home SafeHugelman & HeersemaRob Hugelman joins the show from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. As one of the biggest fans of officiating in all sports, he fills us in on his favorite officials and talks about his experience in professional baseball.
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2020-04-1446 minGet Home SafeMonteblanco MondayWe start the week off with Fred Monteblanco. He talks about his success in his transportation business and how Uber/Lyft changed it all. He also shares his opinions on combat sports and how he never anticipated a friendship with Matt.
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2020-04-131h 11Get Home SafeJarboe JourneyOur guest is housemate Mike Jarboe as he discusses umpiring, golf, differences in professional vs college baseball, and living with Matt for 3 years.
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2020-04-1058 minGet Home SafeVal VibesAn evening conversation with my lovely girlfriend Valerie Byrnes. Topics include how she met Matt, tolerating sports, playing bagpipes, ride share driving, and being with an Umpire.
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2020-04-0740 minGet Home SafeDrop The RemoteA rundown of Matt's favorite movies and some other Remote Droppers when channel surfing
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2020-04-0132 minGet Home SafeSibling One on OneConversation with our first ever guest, Sam Heersema. He answers random questions about growing up, career paths, and his current life.
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