Episode 9 | Turning Two in the Queen City

Episode 9 | Turning Two in the Queen City

The Cincinnati Reds have a rich history—Big Red Machine, Hall of Famers, and yes, some of the finest second basemen the game has ever seen. In this episode of Swinging for the Fences, Hollywood takes the lead as we head to the Queen City to talk about the players who turned double plays into works of art. Watch David Ortiz destroy a bullpen phone - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eoro-V97l0 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eoro-V97l0] Smackin' Seeds - https://smackinsunflowerseeds.com/products/variety-pack?snowball=DAL69495&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=default-program&utm_campaign=DAL69495 [https://smackinsunflowerseeds.com/products/variety-pack?snowball=DAL69495&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=default-program&utm_campaign=DAL69495] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit swingingforthefences.substack.com [https://swingingforthefences.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Episode 8 | Big Bats & Black-and-Gold

Baseball history is loaded with big bats, smooth scoops, and corner infield legends. This week on Swinging for the Fences, Hollywood and Coach Coffee are stepping on the bag and tipping their caps to some of the greatest first basemen to ever play the game — and then heading to the Steel City to celebrate the black-and-gold pride of the Pittsburgh Pirates. In this episode, we go around the horn with a two-part trivia challenge: first, a lineup of notable first basemen who changed the game with their gloves and their bats. Then, it’s on to PNC Park to test your knowledge of Pittsburgh baseball history, from Honus Wagner to the We Are Family Bucs. Watch David Ortiz destroy a bullpen phone - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eoro-V97l0 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eoro-V97l0] Smackin' Seeds - https://smackinsunflowerseeds.com/products/variety-pack?snowball=DAL69495&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=default-program&utm_campaign=DAL69495 [https://smackinsunflowerseeds.com/products/variety-pack?snowball=DAL69495&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=default-program&utm_campaign=DAL69495] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit swingingforthefences.substack.com [https://swingingforthefences.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Episode 7 - Down on the Farm

🎙 Down on the Farm: Minor Leaguers, Dollar Dog Night, and Fun on the Farm Hollywood and Coach are back in the dugout for a special episode celebrating the heart and hustle of the minor leagues. From record-breaking home run hitters to the legends of the Delmarva Shorebirds, this episode is packed with trivia, laughs, and a whole lot of love for life “down on the farm.” Coach and Hollywood recap their recent trip to a Shorebirds game (yes, Hollywood did get to go on the field), share some new baseball jokes, and challenge listeners with two rounds of trivia—one about minor league legends and one all about Delmarva’s finest. Whether you're a prospect watcher, a mascot fan, or just here for the peanuts and punchlines, this episode is for you. ⚾️ Rounds include: Minor League Legends & Records Delmarva Shorebirds Deep Dive 💥 Brought to you by Smackin’ Seeds! Grab your favorite flavor using this link in the show description and support the show. [https://smackinsunflowerseeds.com/products/variety-pack?snowball=DAL69495&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=default-program&utm_campaign=DAL69495] 🎧 Don’t forget to: Leave us a review Share with your teammates Keep swinging for the fences! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit swingingforthefences.substack.com [https://swingingforthefences.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Episode 6 - Softball Royalty & Texas Heat

In this special episode of Swinging for the Fences, Coach Coffee is joined by cohost Bubblegum—because Hollywood is out at practice—to celebrate the power, precision, and passion of women’s college softball. From record-setting legends like Jocelyn Alo and Debbie Doom to Texas’s dominant 2025 WCWS run, it’s two full rounds of trivia that will test even the most dedicated fans. We’ve got softball jokes, strikeout stats, grand slam history, and the energy of a championship dugout. Don’t forget to grab your seeds from Smackin’ Seeds using the link in the show notes—and share this one with your teammates! ⚾ Subscribe to the show.🌱 [https://smackinsunflowerseeds.com/products/variety-pack?snowball=DAL69495&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=default-program&utm_campaign=DAL69495]Snack on Smackin’ Seeds [https://smackinsunflowerseeds.com/products/variety-pack?snowball=DAL69495&utm_source=snowball&utm_medium=default-program&utm_campaign=DAL69495] 🔗📣 Share the episode and help us grow the dugout. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit swingingforthefences.substack.com [https://swingingforthefences.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Episode 5 - From Omaha to the Show

Omaha isn’t just a dot on the map — it’s where college kids become legends and legends learn to hit breaking balls under pressure. In this episode, Coach Coffee and Hollywood take you on a road trip through the College World Series, spotlighting MLB stars who got their start under the bright lights of Omaha. From Texas to Vandy, from fastballs to final outs, we’ve got two rounds of trivia, plenty of laughs, and enough baseball nerdery to make your Little League coach proud. Batter up! Support Swinging for the Fences when you purchase Smackin' Seeds [https://www.smackinsunflowerseeds.com/DAL69495] - https://www.smackinsunflowerseeds.com/DAL69495 [https://www.smackinsunflowerseeds.com/DAL69495] Subscribe today on your favorite podcast platform ***Substack [https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.substack.com%2Fpub%2Fswingingforthefences%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0JQyL1gQGxZri4HPT9RB4cxZ6aU1if5WNm4wYXZvW1Wp5wKO4eEDf3cgY_aem_XoQX8BHYiNvqa8BWWwK6bg&h=AT2_TPjkWZstfl-6a8_Svuq3FgNBNZXOfDDfw61rLgvq8NpzO1bJR6K_k9Q0xzL1BSv0vIVfLA4GhpjjozTDdouSmrkUexMFLd3cpG4d_KEULb6cscGDbYEIolXfAmBoJ1M5aub4cEDUeRky5V0&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2TdGvC_SlnUmcyttjO_A-qMRUsW64GoIN8y17uaQCjz10QGy22aQD-L4ynRxFp7PAcph4fzEJNMdxfWxG30TIS2V5CrqId_ng1e3dTpYnpC13yA8-Gdmf5_3VVL003yEboyWuvtQFpItNkuvhjqkQWccw7KY3vmsGLEWC9UEGfRqNt0qU] ***Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/50Rf3PKEFPSiL7xN57pPGN?si=Fp74dhAaQZK0jIC_ncpvhw&fbclid=IwY2xjawJapUxleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVS4SFx8RzQ8DI5Qcjb0h_TwqaQW5g-kIOBciIw397cc-3e7Pc6rHKDnTg_aem_9x1WhNos1LoExZUfAiWeCg&nd=1&dlsi=589c23c9390f4e4f] ***iTunes [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/swinging-for-the-fences-podcast/id1805952269] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit swingingforthefences.substack.com [https://swingingforthefences.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]