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Tipping PitchesPredatory Loans as Far as the Eye Can SeeThis week, Bobby and Alex react to the embarrassing image of A's executives and Las Vegas politicians "breaking ground" on the new A's Vegas stadium. Then, they discuss the news that Fernando Tatis Jr. is suing Big League Advance, the company that gave him a $2 million loan in exchange for 10% of his future big league earnings. Finally, they try and process the viscerally upsetting attack on the Los Angeles immigrant community and how the Dodgers have mostly failed at navigating their place in it.Links:TP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon 2025-06-301h 28Tipping PitchesThe Tipping Pitches Wikipedia GameBobby is traveling this week, so in lieu of trying to talk about a bunch of stuff that will be outdated, Bobby and Alex are debuting a new episode format: The Wikipedia Game. In it, they start at one Wiki page of Bobby's choice, and through only clicking hyperlinks, they have to reach another of Alex's choice. Along the way, they had to hit four other pages. Silliness, of course, ensues.Links:TP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-06-231h 34
This Song Is YoursPUPOur guests today are Canadian punk legends PUP, who recently returned with their fifth studio album Who Will Look After the Dogs? The Toronto four-piece have spent the past decade building one of the most exciting careers in alternative music—known for their chaotic energy, biting wit, and emotional honesty. This new record sees frontman Stefan Babcock at his most self-aware and vulnerable, with the band pushing their sound into more introspective territory. In today’s episode, we chat with Stefan and guitarist Steve Sladkowski about going into the album creatively aligned, working with producer John Congleton, and the bala...2025-06-1931 minTipping PitchesRed Sox Trade Devers, White Sox Dump Reinsdorf, A-Rod Dishes Cleaning TipsThis week, Bobby and Alex react to the stunning news that the Boston Red Sox traded Rafael Devers for an underwhelming package of four players from the San Francisco Giants. Then, they discuss Alex Rodriguez's riveting interview in The Strategist, before digging into the details of the story about Justin Ishbia investing in the White Sox with the intention of buying them in the future. Finally, they discuss YET ANOTHER ball controversy, this time that the ball is not carrying as far as it did previously due to raised seams causing more drag.Links:2025-06-161h 20Tipping PitchesLast Call For Cyclones Meetup + Wrong T-Shirts Update!Hey friends! We have two pieces of housekeeping, so we thought the easiest way to reach you all was to post this short update on the feed. As always, please reach out to tippingpitchespod@gmail.com if you have any more questions!Links:Brooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-06-1102 min
Kreative KontrolEp. #985: PUPSteve Sladkowski discusses PUP and Who Will Look After the Dogs?, sports and loud, boastful sportscasting's Canadian connection, Metallica’s Some Kind of Monster, The Beatles’ Get Back, and dysfunctional band communication, working closely with producer John Congleton, Steve’s background in jazz and improvised guitar, PUP’s ambitious, sentimental six-date Mega-City Madness Tour of Toronto, conjuring Marc Ribot and Joel Plaskett for a new song, future plans, and much more.EVERY OTHER COMPLETE KREATIVE KONTROL EPISODE IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE TO MONTHLY $6 USD PATREON SUPPORTERS. Enjoy this excerpt and please subscribe now via this link to hear thi...2025-06-1031 minTipping PitchesAn Abundance of Mailbag QuestionsBobby and Alex were traveling this weekend, so in lieu of discussing current baseball events (something they definitely always do, for sure), they've opened up the mailbag to answer your questions about coffee, MLB expansion, jorts, Taylor Swift, film homages, Bill Simmons, Tom Cruise, and much more.Links:Brooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-06-091h 25Tipping PitchesCT3 Up, CT3 DownBobby is traveling this weekend, so please enjoy this brand new cold open + the unlocked Three Up, Three Down from this past week's Patreon episode about former Dodgers utilitymen, new jobs, and more. It was a banger!Links:Brooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-06-021h 18Tipping PitchesThe Fenway DiaryBobby and Alex take you through their trip to Fenway Park, where they saw two Red Sox vs. Orioles games over the weekend. They react to the layout of the ballpark, review their eating and drinking experience, weigh in on the Red Sox traditions, and debate the merits of preserving a ballpark vs. upgrading it.Links:Brooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-05-271h 06Tipping PitchesThere Are Zapruder Films Everywhere For Those With Eyes to See ThemBobby and Alex discuss Juan Soto's return to the Bronx in the first Subway Series of the year, noting just how unhinged the discourse has become between the fanbases and media of the Yankees and Mets. Then, they begrudgingly talk (for one final time) about Pete Rose and Rob Manfred's decision to reinstate him. Finally, they assess whether there's an epidemic of pitcher nibbling that's affecting the entertainment value of the game. Links:Brooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-05-1957 minTipping PitchesWhite (Sox) SmokeBobby and Alex discuss the baseball fandom of the new (American) pope, Pope Leo XIV. Then, they weigh in on the escalating drama between Red Sox star Rafael Devers and Boston POBO Craig Breslow. Finally, they pour one out for The Oracle of Omaha — Alex Rodriguez's mentor Warren Buffett.Links:Brooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Call the Tipping Pitches voicemail: 785-422-5881Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-05-1157 minTipping PitchesThey Put Tariffs On the Strike ZoneBobby and Alex discuss whether or not there is an MLB equivalent of Russell Westbrook and his unending chaotic energy. Then, they answer some listener questions, including a question about what each MLB team's email signature would look like. Finally, they have a lengthy, philosophical, and spirited discussion about the small change MLB made to how they're grading umpires for balls and strikes this year.Links:Story on the changing strike zone evaluationBrooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon ...2025-05-051h 10
13th Floor MusicTalkPUP Wants To Know Who Will Look After The Dogs?PUP, the pop-punk band based in Toronto, Canada has just released their fifth album, asking the musical question, Who Will Look After The Dogs.Marty Duda spoke to guitarist Steve Sladkowski just days before the album, “dropped”. Steve was in Toronto busy packing to head out on tour…they will be in New Zealand in August…but he wasn’t too bust to stop and talk about the serious circumstances behind the songwriting on this album or to discuss working to top notch producer John Congleton (St. Vincent/Bill Callahan) or to enlighten us as to how unlikely influen...2025-05-0424 min
Trusty ChordsEpisode 51: Steve Sladkowski – PUPFor 15 years now, Canadian outfit PUP have been defying the concept that their name stands for a Pathetic Use of Potential and have been proving all and sundry wrong as they travel around the world with their unique blend of alt-rock and punk.Formed in 2010 as Topanga, PUP issued their self-titled album in 2013, with 'The Dream Is Over' following just a few years later. Records like 'Morbid Stuff' and 'The Unravelling Of PUPTheBand' have since cemented their status as consistent, reliable purveyors of stellar music, and their live shows have cemented them as favourites...2025-05-0246 min
Blue Jays TalkJTP: Varsho is Back, Red Sox Preview + Steve SladkowskiBlake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Chad Jennings to talk Garrett Crochet, Alex Bregman and the ascending Red Sox, who have the second-best record in the American League in April. Afterwards, Steve Slawkowski (23:04) of PUP joins to discuss their new album, which will be released on Friday, Blue Jays memories and his favourite MLB ballparks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
2025-04-2949 minTipping PitchesTake Back the Means of ReversionBobby and Alex debut a very important (and very proprietary) formula to determine how long each player should be allowed to play their walk up song. Then, they place TWO new jersey sponsors on their running list of Most Evil Jersey Sponsors, before discussing the three squares on the 2025 Bingo Card that have hit so far. Links:The Most Evil Jersey Sponsors EPISODEYOU CAN PLAY FUNDRAISERPlay along with Tipping Pitches 2025 BingoBrooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon ...2025-04-271h 09Tipping PitchesThere's Baseball on Stage at the Rock Concert (feat. Hannah Keyser and Frankie Impastato)This week on the podcast, we have an excerpt of "ups" from our most recent Patreon Three Up, Three Down with Hannah Keyser to show you what you're missing out on over on the Patreon page. Then, we're joined by Macseal drummer and devout Mets fan Frankie Impastato to discuss the music world analogy of getting called up to the show, the obvious crossovers between emo music and baseball fandom, watching Mets games while drumming on stage, and more.Links:YOU CAN PLAY FUNDRAISERBrooklyn Cyclones Meetup TicketsTP Kansas City Meetup Fo...2025-04-211h 23Tipping PitchesThe Great Boston Vibe ShiftBobby and Alex discuss the merits of Bernie and AOC's political rally at Coachella before regrettably admitting that there has been a vibe shift with the Boston Red Sox and they are cool again. Then, they answer a couple listener questions and finally weigh in on the torpedo bats (topical!). Later in the episode, they're joined by You Can Play COO Kurt Weaver to discuss YCP's mission, how it plays out in practice, and what TP listeners can do to continue supporting beyond the April fundraiser.Links:YOU CAN PLAY FUNDRAISERYou Can Pl...2025-04-141h 20Tipping PitchesGet Ready With Me (feat. Matthew Roberson)Bobby and Alex discuss the first full week of the Major League Baseball season and Bryce Harper's incendiary comments about the people who think the Dodgers are bad for baseball. Then, they're joined by GQ staff writer Matthew Roberson to discuss his profile of Francisco Lindor, what it's like to talk to athletes about their lifestyle and fashion, talking to Bryan Johnson about immortality, and his firsthand experience with Tommy Lasorda. Links:Matthew's Francisco Lindor GQ profileYOU CAN PLAY FUNDRAISERTP Kansas City Meetup FormJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon ...2025-04-071h 25Tipping PitchesTipping Pitches Bingo: 2025 EditionFor the second straight year, Bobby and Alex preview the Major League Baseball season by creating their own bingo card of things they think will (or at least might) happen in 2025. Predictions range from the owners' suite, to the field, to the media, and more. Don't forget to fill out your own bingo card and play along at home! Bingo card generator: https://bingobaker.com/#67e2040764205b24Links:YOU CAN PLAY FUNDRAISERPOWER HOUR SUBMISSION FORMJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-03-251h 16Tipping PitchesThe 2025 Banned TopicsFor the fourth year in a row (we said third on the show because we don't have memories), Bobby and Alex each select three topics they'd like to ban from discussion on the podcast in 2025. Whether the topic has been over-discussed, become toxic, or is just plain boring, these things have no place on the show for the next 12 months!Links:YOU CAN PLAY FUNDRAISERPOWER HOUR SUBMISSION FORM2024 Banned Topics300th Episode Power HourJoin the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-03-1758 minTipping PitchesExpropriate the Rays! (feat. Carson Lund)Bobby shares a dispatch from the Cactus League before he and Alex discuss a bevy of news items from the past week — including Gerrit Cole's impending Tommy John surgery, Fanatics and Ticketmaster teaming up to make a steaming pile of garbage, and reports that Rob Manfred and a cohort of owners are pressuring Stu Sternberg to sell the Rays so that they can stay in Tampa. Then, Bobby and Alex are joined by 'Eephus' director Carson Lund to discuss his debut feature — a unique and incredibly lived-in story about the final day of a men's adult baseball league and the...2025-03-111h 30
Indie Basketball: The PodcastSteve Sladkowski (PUP)It's been a long time coming, but FINALLY we have Steve Sladkowksi, guitarist of PUP, on the podcast to deep dive on Raptors and their new album Who Will Look After The Dogs? due out May 2nd.
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Watch the Half Co...2025-03-1054 minTipping PitchesBoulevard of Bearded Dreams (feat. Steve Sladkowski)Bobby and Alex return from a two week break to make an announcement about this upcoming April on the podcast and Patreon. Then, they become the final baseball podcasters to weigh in on the downright shocking news that the New York Yankees have loosened their facial hair policy. Next, they discuss the breakdown of the relationship between MLB and ESPN, before being joined by Steve Sladkowski of PUP to discuss the state of Toronto Blue Jays fandom, watching baseball in 2025, PUP's new album, and more.Links:POWER HOUR SUBMISSION FORM...2025-03-031h 12Tipping PitchesReach Into the BagBobby and Alex bounce around the baseball world for a grab bag episode that includes loose discussions of Pete Alonso returning to the Mets, Scott Boras backlash, Pat Hoberg's dismissal, MLB owners thirsting for a salary cap, and more.Links:Join the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2025-02-101h 04Tipping PitchesDodgers Myths, BustedThis week, Bobby and Alex take a second to consider the swirling perceptions about the Dodgers, competitiveness, the salary cap, payroll, revenue, free agents, and more and decide whether or not those myths stand up to scrutiny. Then, they answer your questions about Mike Elias, Jerry Dipoto, McKinsey, stadium leases, celebrity bake off, and more.
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP. 2025-02-031h 43Tipping PitchesThe 2025 State of Labor In Baseball (feat. Michael Baumann)Bobby and Alex are joined by certified Friend of the Show Michael Baumann for their sixth annual State of Labor In Baseball — a wide-ranging conversation about the mounting labor issues a little less than two years from the expiration of the MLB CBA. The three discuss the salary cap and alleged mounting support for it, the state of Dodgers payroll discourse, competitive balance, the international amateur draft, the impending 2026 lockout, and more. Plus: Michael's annual consumer rant, this time about streaming service libraries.
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Join the Tipping Pitches Patreo...2025-01-271h 22Tipping PitchesOverrated/Underrated Pt. 2 (feat. Jordan Shusterman)Bobby and Alex are joined by Jordan Shusterman from Céspedes Family BBQ to reprise "Overrated/Underrated," a segment in which they each bring up various topics from the baseball world and debate whether that thing is overrated by the baseball community or underrated by it.
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP. 2025-01-201h 53Tipping PitchesThe Imperial March (feat. Noah Kulwin)Bobby and Alex discuss Bryce Harper's frankly concerning latte TikTok video before being joined by Mets fan and 'Blowback' host Noah Kulwin. They discuss, among other things, Noah's personal experience with Alex Rodriguez, the meta narratives that bog down sports discourse, baseball as a tool for empire building, and more. Finally, Bobby and Alex do a little fan therapy for listeners about the Tampa Bay Rays and Seattle Mariners.
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The Raptors ShowGarrett Temple on Loss to Bucks & Steve SladkowskiBlake Murphy and Matt Bonner are joined by Garrett Temple to discuss Bruno Fernando getting waived and why the team needs more from Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley on defence. Afterwards, PUP guitarist Steve Sladkowski (28:58) comes in-studio to discuss joining Canadian rock band Sum 41 on their cross-country tour. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
2025-01-0749 minTipping PitchesA Whole Bunch of NonsenseBobby and Alex discuss David Rubenstein's Presidential Medal of Freedom and rebellious General Manager, as well as a grab bag of other topics, including: Juan Soto's contract and the media's annoying reaction to it, Dave Kaval's resignation, Paul Skenes' expanded role in the union, and more.
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP. 2025-01-061h 15Tipping PitchesThe Evolution of the Baseball OwnerFor their final installment in Main Character Month, Bobby and Alex examine what has made up the DNA of a professional baseball owner over the sport's long history, charting the evolution of the ownership class alongside distinct eras of the game and American history. All told, they choose five owners that are most emblematic of how the "median owner" has changed over the decades. In doing so, they ask what we can learn about baseball's present and future for understanding the people who were in charge in the past.
If you can't [redacted] them...2024-12-231h 46Tipping PitchesThe Life and Times of Marvin Miller (feat. David Hill)In their latest Main Character Month installment, Bobby and Alex are joined by writer and organizer David Hill to discuss the monumental legacy of Marvin Miller, the first executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association and one of the most important figures in the history of sports and labor. Among other things, they talk about Miller's path to baseball, his various experience at the Wartime Labor Board and the United Steelworkers, the legacy he left for the players union, how he was covered vs. how sports labor fights are covered now, and more.
2024-12-161h 28Tipping PitchesRob Manfred: The Eras TourIn their second installation of "Main Character Month," Bobby and Alex zero in on longtime podcast frenemy Rob Manfred, plotting a 40 year timeline of his career — past, present, and future — to tell the story of how this Harvard lawyer turned MLB "fixer" became the de facto face of Major League Baseball and changed the sport forever in the process.
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP. 2024-12-101h 54Tipping PitchesAlex Rodriguez's Rules to LifeThis week, in one of their most scholarly and unhinged endeavors, Alex and Bobby sift through years of A-Rod YouTube, podcast, and social media content to distill the Five Essential Rules to Life that the baseball and finance luminary lives by. Through a treasure chest of clips straight from the man himself, they take you on a journey which, at the end, will have you feeling closer to A-Rod than you ever would've thought you could.
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP2024-12-021h 15Tipping PitchesAll-Staff MeetingAt long last, Bobby and Alex are joined by enemy of the podcast Richard Staff to discuss his Defector feature on the shrinking of the minor leagues and the growing gap in competition between them and the majors. Afterward, of course they had to get into some shit talking and meme describing.
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP. 2024-11-251h 17Tipping PitchesExtreme Makeover: Left Field EditionBobby and Alex run through a list of news items that have gotten somewhat lost in the shuffle in the last few weeks, including the appraisal of damage to the Tropicana Field roof and the Rays' subsequent 2025 plans, the Orioles reversing course on their left field wall change from two years ago, Diamond Sports group's interminable bankruptcy proceedings, free agency, and more.
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP. 2024-11-181h 05Tipping PitchesThe Dumbest Things of 2024This week on the show, Bobby and Alex are joined by friends of the show Jane, Lauren, and Stephen from Batting Around to draft the silliest, most ridiculous, most Online, and just generally dumbest things that happened in the 2024 baseball season. From false ejections to panicked statements and everything in between, this episode runs the gamut (as it always has!).
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP. 2024-11-111h 13Tipping PitchesHow Will We Remember the 2024 Season?Bobby and Alex bookend the 2024 season with a conversation about the ways it felt unique in comparison to the seven other seasons they've covered on the podcast. Then, they talk through some of the upcoming content plans they have for this offseason, including some exciting Patreon experiments and "Main Character Month," a series that will drill down on some of our faves with single episode features about the figures who've captivated the attention of the podcast over the years.
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Tipping Pitches features origin2024-11-0448 minTipping PitchesThe Dodgers Dynasty Is HereBobby and Alex gather to react to a World Series bookended with two classic games that the Dodgers ultimately dominated over the Yankees. They discuss the shocking Freddie Freeman performance, the resilience of a very injured Dodgers pitching staff, the buttons that Dave Roberts pressed to navigate all 27 outs each time they took the field, an underwhelming Yankees showing, the outlook for Los Angeles heading forward, and what the league might try to learn from their dominant season.
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Tipping Pitches features o...2024-11-0150 minTipping PitchesDo the Yankees Have a Shot?Bobby asks Alex whether or not he has any other grand predictions (after predicting Freddie Freeman's huge Game 1 moment in the previous podcast). Then, they discuss the Dodgers winning Games 1 and 2 of the World Series and whether the Yankees have a chance to come back, plus the performance of Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Juan Soto, Aaron Judge, and more. Finally, they review Rob Manfred's pre-World Series press conference, discuss the state of the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium, and react to another year of baseball's revenue increasing.
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Tippin...2024-10-2853 minTipping Pitches2024 World Series True or FalseBobby and Alex gather to preview the 2024 World Series, which is here at long last and consists of two teams that everyone is having very Normal and Measured reactions to! They do so by presenting a list statements and deciding whether they will be true or false by the end of the series. Baseball analysis is everywhere for those with eyes (ears) to see (hear) it!
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Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2024-10-2447 minTipping PitchesPostseason TherapyBobby and Alex discuss a $9 million sale of a copy of the U.S. Constitution and whether or not it relates to a very important figure in the baseball world. Then, they field your voicemails and emails about the teams that have been eliminated from the 2024 playoffs and try to provide some therapeutic advice for fans of those squads.
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Tipping Pitches features original m...2024-10-201h 29Tipping PitchesThree Up, Three Down (2024 Playoffs Edition)Bobby and Alex run through a special (mostly) playoffs-oriented edition of Three Up, Three Down, discussing the Good New York Mets, how this postseason's relievers are like refrigerators, a well-timed F-bomb, the key to being rich, The Mainstream Media, an on-the-nose advertising mishap by TBS, David Rubenstein's prolific authorship of nothing, and more.Links:David Rubenstein on The Deal Enrique Hernandez goes blue on Ken Rosenthal David Rubenstein on presidents TBS cuts to commercial mid-inning The Trop's roof is being sold on eBay Join the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Ti...2024-10-131h 13Tipping PitchesPeace Be With You (And Also Your Team)Bobby and Alex discuss a new zen that's come across Bobby as the Mets have ridden an adrenaline rollercoaster over the last two weeks. Then, they bounce around the various Division Series, highlighting the takeaways from the first games and whether or not any teams have changed their prospects of going deep into October, or whether the Phillies, Yankees, and Dodgers are still in pole position.
Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.2024-10-071h 05Tipping Pitches2024 MLB Playoffs Narrative-BallBobby and Alex react to a truly mind blowing final day of the 2024 regular season that saw the New York Mets do extremely non-New York Mets things to make the cut for the postseason. Then, they fill out their postseason bracket based on the Power of the Narrative, defining what the narrative would be if each team won the World Series and determining which is the most preferable. Finally, Alex bids farewell to the A's and processes the mixed emotions he felt watching the final game at the Oakland Coliseum.
Tipping Pitches features original...2024-10-011h 18Tipping PitchesAnd Bingo Was His Name (Oh!)Alex's return to the podcast is marked with an unprecedented Shohei Ohtani feat, some strange pitch tipping news out of High-A, a check in on the state of the playoff races, a Farhan Zaidi-McCovey Cove Dove improv re-enactment, and a frankly remarkable amount of Kevin Costner chat.
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Columbia House PartyLondon Calling's Iconic Album Art Accident (ft. Steve Sladkowski)In the latest episode of Columbia House Party, hosts Jake Goldsbie and Blake Murphy are joined by Steve Sladkowski (@sladkow) of PUP (@puptheband) to discuss one of the most important albums of all time, The Clash's London Calling. Find out more about The Clash's slower path to a monstrous third-album success, how London Calling pulled from dozens of sounds to influence dozens more, and why it's so necessary to consume art with an appreciation of the context it was created within on this week's podcast.Sick of hearing all the ads? Subscribe to Soda Premium on Apple Podcasts t...2024-09-231h 12Tipping PitchesTre Su, Tre Giù [Unlocked] (feat. Hannah Keyser)Alex still isn't back from his so-called "vacation," so please enjoy this special episode of "three up, three down" with friend of the show Hannah Keyser (unlocked from our Patreon)! Follow Hannah on Twitter @HannahRKeyser.
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2024-09-171h 15Tipping PitchesGambling's Fallout (feat. Bradford William Davis)In part two of their fictional betting scandal series, Alex and Bobby are joined by reporter and friend of the show Bradford William Davis to discuss the nature of the scandal, how MLB would handle it, and the pernicious nature of sports gambling's expansion. They use real life examples of institutional issues to draw conclusions on what MLB's plan (if any) would be for a scandal of this magnitude. Listen to part one of the gambling scandal series here.
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Tipping Pitches features...2024-09-0951 minTipping PitchesHow Would Baseball Handle a Major Betting Scandal?This week on the podcast, we're doing something a little different. Instead of talking about the week's news or keeping you all abreast of the latest Alex Rodriguez happenings, we've prepared a fictional narrative betting scandal — complete with fake articles, TV hits, federal investigations, and more — to explore whether the baseball world is prepared for a bona fide gambling catastrophe. Come along on this (only slightly horrifying) journey!
Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP (!!!).2024-09-0231 minTipping PitchesThe Bad Discourse DraftBobby and Alex debut some exciting new material, before digging into the numbers behind Shohei Ohtani's and Aaron Judge's remarkable seasons. Then, they bounce back and forth drafting the worst discourse cycles that crop up every MLB season without fail.
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Columbia House PartyWilco's Addiction Album (ft. Steve Sladkowski)We are three Canadian aquarium drinkers. In the latest episode of Columbia House Party, hosts Jake Goldsbie and Blake Murphy are joined by Steve Sladkowski, the guitarist from PUP, to discuss Wilco’s 2004 album, A Ghost is Born. The album that necessitated the addition of Nels Cline – first as a touring guitarist and later as a full-time member – A Ghost is Born sees Jeff Tweedy take a necessary leap as a guitarist while his songwriting is as on-point as always. Find out more about how Wilco influenced one of the best guitarists in the world today (Steve), just how rough things...2023-11-131h 00
Batting Around PodcastOur Friend is Unwell with Steve SladkowskiPUP guitarist Steve Sladkowski is on the show this week to talk about the Blue Jays, scoring games, stadium renovations, and the Jays winning the 2015 World Series.2023-08-1652 min
Guys: With Bryan QuinbyGuys: Episode 23 - Prog Rock Guys With Steve Sladkowski from Pup and Chris JamesSome of the most maligned music fans are Prog Rock Guys. We brought in an actual musician Steven Sladkowski from the band Pup https://www.puptheband.com/ to talk about the PhD's of rock. We checked Quora to get a bit of information about what the music is We also took a bit of a detour to talk about the time I DJ'd my sister's wedding And a prog rock band name game where I made some names up and tested to see if i could fool Steven Steven is https...2023-07-181h 30
The InsurgentsEp. 191: In The 6 ft. Steve SladkowskiPUP’s Steve Sladkowski returns to the show for a Canadian-heavy episode. We talk about Toronto’s mayor-elect Olivia Chow and what needs to be done to revamp the city. Steve helps us understand the parallels between the Canadian political world’s hostility to progressivism and the same animus toward progressives we see here in the states. | We also get into how Canadian media is wrestling with big tech’s control over their industry and how, because we’ve become reliant on social media platforms for news, they have a stranglehold on traffic. There’s also some sports talk...2023-07-061h 10Tipping PitchesYou Wouldn’t Download a Strike Zone (feat. Steve Sladkowski)Bobby and Alex try to figure out what the hell the Cardinals are doing with Willson Contreras, discuss a Baseball America series on artificial intelligence in baseball, and give updates on the Tipping Pitches Brooklyn Cyclones meetup in July. Then they welcome back friend of the pod and PUP guitarist Steve Sladkowski to talk about being on the road nonstop over the last couple years, the implications for AI’s emergence in the music industry, his strategy when shopping for vinyl, birthday buddy Brandon Belt’s slash line, and much more.Follow Steve on Twitter @sladkow.Links:
2023-05-151h 29Columbia House PartyThe 2000s: Wilco — A Ghost Is Born (w/ Steve Sladkowski)We are three Canadian aquarium drinkers. In the latest episode of Columbia House Party, hosts Jake Goldsbie and Blake Murphy are joined by Steve Sladkowski, the guitarist from PUP, to discuss Wilco’s 2004 album, A Ghost is Born. The album that necessitated the addition of Nels Cline – first as a touring guitarist and later as a full-time member – A Ghost is Born sees Jeff Tweedy take a necessary leap as a guitarist while his songwriting is as on-point as always. Find out more about how Wilco influenced one of the best guitarists in the world today (Steve), just how rough things...2023-02-201h 00
FaceCulture: Giving You The People Behind The MusicPUP - Steve Sladkowski (2022)PUP, is a Canadian punk rock band that formed in Toronto in 2013. Their self-titled debut album put the punk world on notice, and they have been a staple in the scene ever since. We managed to sit down with guitarist Steve Sladkowski before their show in Amsterdam to talk about their latest album 'The Unraveling of PUPTheBand', being back on tour, their musical identity, the fragility of the band, making connections through music, and a lot more! Interview by: Robin HignellSupport the showThank you for listening! For more interviews with your f...2022-11-1021 min
Tipping PitchesIntentional Walk-Up Songs (feat. Steve Sladkowski)Bobby and Alex discuss questionable algorithm-generated sports predictions, then give an update on corruption in Anaheim, try to make sense of Tommy Pham and Joc Pederson’s fantasy football dust-up, and take stock of Gabe Kapler’s national anthem half-protest. Then they bring on PUP guitarist Steve Sladkowski to talk about the parallels between a touring musician and the minor leagues, why baseball fans like punk music, the cravenness inherent to baseball ownership, the state of walk-up songs in baseball, and more.Links:Follow Steve Sladkowski on TwitterListen to The Unraveling of PUPTheBand“What Are Th...2022-05-301h 10
The InsurgentsEp. 106: It Happened Again ft. Steve SladkowskiWe’ll be honest, we had originally planned a somewhat lighthearted episode with Steve Sladkowski, guitarist in Canadian punk outfit PUP, and then the Robb Elementary School shooting happened. So while we do open with a bit of NBA playoffs talk, we ended up having a raw discussion about gun violence and how it’s a uniquely American problem. This was difficult and emotional and we share the frustration so many of you feel regarding inaction at the national level.Please do be sure to give Steve a follow here: https://twitter.com/sladkowAnd follow PUP here: https://twitter.com...2022-05-261h 06
The P.O.D. KastDrowning Pool's "Sinner", or a Life Lost Too Soon30 episodes and 4 poll nominations later, Drowning's Pool magnum opus "Sinner" finally gets a review and it turns out it's not a moment too soon, as this one is a banger. Amidst talk of Bryan undergoing a personal rebrand, the boys do a rebrand of their own as they talk about originally disliking "Bodies" and realize during the work for this episode that no, it's actually one of the best nu-metal songs ever. And the rest of the album follows suit, as we thoroughly enjoy it all and it makes us realize Dave Williams was a true talent lost too...2022-02-041h 41Columbia House PartyThe '70s: The Clash — London Calling (w/ Steve Sladkowski)In the latest episode of Columbia House Party, hosts Jake Goldsbie and Blake Murphy are joined by Steve Sladkowski (@sladkow) of PUP (@puptheband) to discuss one of the most important albums of all time, The Clash's London Calling. Find out more about The Clash's slower path to a monstrous third-album success, how London Calling pulled from dozens of sounds to influence dozens more, and why it's so necessary to consume art with an appreciation of the context it was created within on this week's podcast. Come join the Patreon family for bonus episodes, mailbags, show notes and even...2022-01-031h 12
Columbia House PartyMusician Month: Wilco - A Ghost Is Born (w/ Steve Sladkowski)We are three Canadian aquarium drinkers. In the latest episode of Columbia House Party, hosts Jake Goldsbie and Blake Murphy are joined by Steve Sladkowski, the guitarist from PUP, to discuss Wilco’s 2004 album, A Ghost is Born. The album that necessitated the addition of Nels Cline – first as a touring guitarist and later as a full-time member – A Ghost is Born sees Jeff Tweedy take a necessary leap as a guitarist while his songwriting is as on-point as always. Find out more about how Wilco influenced one of the best guitarists in the world today (Steve), just how rough things...2021-11-221h 00
Going Off TrackSteve SladkowskiAwesome-rockband, PUP guitarist, Steve Sladkowski checked in from hometown Toronto to talk sports, Wilco and the future of music mediums. There's also a wonderful story about chillin' with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in Louisville.2021-04-071h 40
Going Off Track#361 - Steve SladkowskiAwesome-rockband, PUP guitarist, Steve Sladkowski checked in from hometown Toronto to talk sports, Wilco and the future of music mediums. There's also a wonderful story about chillin' with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in Louisville.2021-04-071h 40
Going Off Track#361 - Steve SladkowskiAwesome-rockband, PUP guitarist, Steve Sladkowski checked in from hometown Toronto to talk sports, Wilco and the future of music mediums. There's also a wonderful story about chillin' with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in Louisville.2021-04-071h 40
NostalgiqueOasis (ft. Steve Sladkowski)This week PUP’s guitarist, Steve Sladkowski joins us to talk about his all time fave Oasis! We gab about Liam and Noel’s iconic feud, saying goodbye to Toronto music venues, and you guessed it! Foot masks! Buy PUP’s new album ‘This Place Sucks Ass’.
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155159 - Romeo & Rebecca feat. Steve Sladkowski of PupThe one about "Romeo & Rebecca." Featuring Steve Sladkowski of Pup. Steve shows up around the 1:38:13 mark. Follow Steve on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/sladkow Follow Pup on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/puptheband Get more episodes of Blink-155 at http://www.patreon.com/blink155pod2020-07-242h 18
steven lebron radioLining up at Urban Outfitters with Steve SladkowskiSteve joins the podcast to discuss: public radio, arts degrees, jazz, indie music band names, microbreweries, reading groups, "asking for a manager" energy, Trader Joe's, Urban Outfitters and lining up for things.2020-06-261h 07
SportsfeldZamboni! Up & Down Leafs, Raptors & QuidditchICYMI // Sportsfeld Announces A Live Show at The Monarch Tavern with special guests Blake Murphy, Sarah Jenkins, Resting on Pretty and Steve Sladkowski // TICKETSZubes and Jake are back just as the Toronto Maple Leafs put on a heck of a performance against the Lightning, but before we talk about that, let's talk about a Zamboni driver (08:30)! Over in Raptors land, Toronto's favourite team couldn't quite pull the trigger in a loss to the Bucks (25:15), but should we really care? Transitioning to more of the 'FELD' part of the program, we ask ourselves how great is Alphonso Davies (55:00...2020-02-271h 14Columbia House PartyWilco - A Ghost Is Born (2004)We are three Canadian aquarium drinkers. In the latest episode of Columbia House Party, hosts Jake Goldsbie and Blake Murphy are joined by Steve Sladkowski, the guitarist from PUP, to discuss Wilco’s 2004 album, A Ghost is Born. The album that necessitated the addition of Nels Cline – first as a touring guitarist and later as a full-time member – A Ghost is Born sees Jeff Tweedy take a necessary leap as a guitarist while his songwriting is as on-point as always. Find out more about how Wilco influenced one of the best guitarists in the world today (Steve), just how rough things...2020-01-271h 09
The Landlord and Tenant PodmessPUP’s Steve SladkowskiThis week, Michael and James fight it out over a recent misunderstanding. Then, it’s time for the debut of the exciting new segment “A List of Places Where We’ve Spotted Harry & Meghan Around Toronto.”
Our guest this week is rocker Steve Sladkowski from Toronto punk band PUP.
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Snacky TunesEpisode 402: Perfect Pizza & Pretty Limited Potato Chip ChoicesDaniele Uditi arrived in Los Angeles from his native Italy in 2010. It was only supposed to be a 6-month stay for a consulting gig, but nine years later he’s very much still here and gaining a deep, devoted following as the chef-pizzaiolo for the popular Pizzana restaurants. We catch up with Steve Sladkowski, guitarist for Toronto punk band PUP. Steve called into the show during a stop on the band’s current tour to talk about jerk chicken, collard greens, Del Taco and of course, Hawaiian red fruit punch. PUP’s latest album is the critically acclaimed, Morbid Stuff...2019-06-301h 19
Off the Seton PathInterview with Guitarist Steve Sladkowski from The Band "PUP"One thing Seton has picked up on from his years working on the DP Show is that musicians often want to talk sports and rarely about their craft. On This Episode of OTSP, Seton catches up with The Band PUP's guitarist and Toronto Native, Steve Sladkowski. The two talk all things Raptors, including the misconception of Canadians from their antics in Game 5 and the importance of this series throughout Canada. They also cover what it's like to follow sports, as well prepare for a Tour. For more information on PUP's upcoming tour head over to www.puptheband.com. Enjoy!2019-06-1232 minOff the Seton PathInterview with Guitarist Steve Sladkowski from The Band "PUP"One thing Seton has picked up on from his years working on the DP Show is that musicians often want to talk sports and rarely about their craft. On This Episode of OTSP, Seton catches up with The Band PUP's guitarist and Toronto Native, Steve Sladkowski. The two talk all things Raptors, including the misconception of Canadians from their antics in Game 5 and the importance of this series throughout Canada. They also cover what it's like to follow sports, as well prepare for a Tour. For more information on PUP's upcoming tour head over to www.puptheband.com. Enjoy!2019-06-1232 min
SportsfeldKawhi Leonard! Raps vs. Bucks, Game 7 & KawhiOn this episode of Sportsfeld Jake & Zubes chat about KAWHI LEONARD!Oh and...The ShotThe Raptors Bat Flip?He's Staying!Lowry & Serge's Game 7Embiid, Simmons & ButlerWhat is left for 'The Process' Raps vs. Bucks previewKawhi vs. Giannis Blazers vs. WarriorsCheck in with Steve Sladkowski on the roadMailbagHow many times did Jake get defibrillated last night? Where Does The Shot Stand In Toronto Sport? Favourite TTC Station Final Thoughts2019-05-131h 02
CiTR -- Rocket From RussiaEpisode #310, Interview with PUPHello Hello Hello! In this episode my interview with Steve Sladkowski from PUP. Previews of You Big Idiot and Apollo Ghosts shows this weekend.2019-03-2800 min
CiTR -- Rocket From RussiaEpisode #310, Interview with PUPHello Hello Hello! In this episode my interview with Steve Sladkowski from PUP. Previews of You Big Idiot and Apollo Ghosts shows this weekend.2019-03-2859 min
CiTR -- Russian Tim ShowEpisode #310, Interview with PUPHello Hello Hello! In this episode my interview with Steve Sladkowski from PUP. Previews of You Big Idiot and Apollo Ghosts shows this weekend.2019-03-2859 minSportsfeldTransactions! Anthony Davis, Jake Muzzin & GiovincoOn this weeks episode of Sportsfeld we chat about:03:00 - Introducing Steve Sladkowski 03:40 - Steve's Andrea Horwath Story04:40 - Jake & Zubes don't get the joke05:50 - Anthony Davis Chat, Just Joking Kristaps Porzingis Talk07:05 - Bad Stevens07:45 - Back to Anthony Davis, Nope Kyle Lowry.09:30 - Are we sure Nick Nurse is good at coaching?13:20 - Back to Anthony Davis16:00 - Raptors need shooting17:39 - Wesley Matthews Buyout?19:00 -3 Dirks At Dallas21:30 - Does the DeMar story scare other players?24:00 - Can the Raptors deal with...2019-02-051h 20
Confederacy of Dunks Basketball Podcast (Archive)Confederacy of Dunks – Episode 6.95The 37-15 Raptors are almost at full health. Minutes will be tight. CJ, Norm, McCaw & Delon all want to contribute. Most likely, at least two of them get benched. Which two and why? When Kyle is hitting from 3, he looks like a great second option. What should the plan be when he's cold? Anthony Davis is on the market and the Raps are rumoured to be putting together a package for him. What do you think it looks like? Should we go for it??
NBA: We continue talking Anthony Davis and what the Pelicans should do. He's c...2019-01-301h 26
INDUSTRY TACTICS with FRIENDLY RICHEP. 46 - STEVE SLADKOWSKIA well of knowledge, inspiration and good vibes, Steve Sladkowski talks about his development as a musician, touring/creating in the band PUP and much more. Crack open a fresh bottle of Club-Mate and drink it outta the ding-dong cup...this talk is gonna blow your mind!2018-01-221h 03
Neighborhood PlayEpisode 26 - Steve Sladkowski (PUP)Episode 26 of Neighborhood Play Podcast features a discussion with Steve Sladkowski of Canadian punk band PUP. PUP have rightfully earned the reputation of being one of the hardest working bands in music, and the only thing they work harder on than ripping shows is their sports takes. Steve took time out of his busy schedule of shredding and drinking to talk about the Toronto Raptors and how they impact Toronto and Canada’s culture. We discuss at length the history of Canadian basketball (Steve Nash! Anthony Bennett!), Drake’s role with the Raptors, and the incre...2017-02-151h 01
All My Friends Are in Bar BandsEpisode 74: My Friends PUPYou can't stop PUP. You can barely hope to contain them. Hundreds of shows a year? Bring it on. Destroyed vocal cords? 'Tis but a flesh wound. These Toronto natives have navigated the entire globe with their raw, authentic take on rousing melodic punk. With their 2016 album, The Dream is Over, PUP took up the mantel of Canada's most vital rock act - and anyone who's seen them live this year will testify to that very fact. Before a sold-out show at Sydney's Oxford Art Factory, guitarist Steve Sladkowski and drummer Zach Mykula held court over dinner and told of...2016-12-2638 min
Real Good Show67 - Breaking The Glass Floor (with Steve Sladkowski)This week on the show where after this, everything changes, the Real Good Boys are joined by PUP guitarist STEVE SLADKOWSKI for a lively discussion about sleeping in flophouses, the future of the Blue Jays, and what it really means to be third best on the losing side of a CIS women's basketball game. PLUS: The Taffer Tracker! Sonic vs. Shrek! And tracking the advanced stats of your life. Follow Steve on Twitter: @sladkow Follow PUP: @puptheband PUP's new album, The Dream Is Over, is fucking great. Check it out wherever you get music...2016-11-241h 34
JustinMorisReal Good Show - 67 - Breaking The Glass Floor (with Steve Sladkowski)This week on the show where after this, everything changes, the Real Good Boys are joined by PUP guitarist STEVE SLADKOWSKI for a lively discussion about sleeping in flophouses, the future of the Blue Jays, and what it really means to be third best on the losing side of a CIS women's basketball game. PLUS: The Taffer Tracker! Sonic vs. Shrek! And tracking the advanced stats of your life.
Follow Steve on Twitter: @sladkow
Follow PUP: @puptheband
PUP's new album, The Dream Is Over, is fucking great. Check it out wherever you get music from, and catch them on tour...2016-11-241h 34SportsfeldEpisode 57Jake and Zubes are joined by Zach Hajas as well as Steve Sladkowski from PUP to talk Jose Bautista, Jose Bautista, a little of bit of Jay Bruce, and some more Jose Bautista. All that plus listener questions and, of course, Sad/Not Sad.Sportsfeld is now on Patreon! You can donate and support the show at www.patreon.com/sportsfeld. 0:00:49 - Intro/Jose Bautista0:40:38 - Listener Questions1:43:31 - Sad/Not Sad2016-02-231h 50
Kreative KontrolEp. #118: Steve Sladkowski of PUPSteve Sladkowski plays guitar and sings in a Toronto punk-infused pop band called PUP. Originally called Topanga, PUP changed their name ahead of releasing their first, self-titled debut album, which is out now via Royal Mountain Records. PUP plays Guelph’s Hillside Festival on Saturday July 25. Here, Steve and I discuss staining fences in Toronto, […]Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/kreative-kontrol. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2014-07-241h 14