Pro Sports Podcasters

Host Nii Wallace-Bruce welcomes Keegan Matheson, an author and writer for MLB.com, to discuss his new book, 'The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays.' Keegan shares insights on the process of writing the book (00:34), highlights some memorable chapters (02:42), including those about Jose Bautista (23:36) and Buck Martinez (05:43), and reflects on how the book has impacted his view of baseball. Later, the discussion shifts to the ups and downs of the current Blue Jays season (15:40) and speculation on the future of the team's key players (20:23) and potential trades. Keegan also shares details about upcoming book signing events (26:40) and his plans for future writing projects. Keegan Matheson: Twitter [https://twitter.com/KeeganMatheson] Instagram [https://instagram.com/mlb.keegan] BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/keeganmatheson.bsky.social] ------- Check out our website [https://www.prosportspodcasters.com/] #NoSportLeftBehind Leave a review and let us know what you thought! Opening and closing music courtesy of Jeremiah Alves - "Evermore".

In this episode, Nii Wallace-Bruce interviews Coach Troy Jones, a multi-sport coach who works with both MLB and NFL high-performers. Troy shares his journey from aspiring athlete to accomplished coach (01:30), highlighting his holistic approach to athlete development, which focuses on movement efficiency (05:47) and mental resilience (11:17). The discussion covers various aspects of athletic training, including the importance of failure as a learning tool and the need for lifelong development (19:46). Additionally, Troy reflects on the cultural differences between U.S. and international sports training and the unique experience of living and working in Canada. The conversation also delves into personal anecdotes about Baltimore, emphasizing the cultural richness and the impact of regional differences on identity. ----------- Coach Troy Jones [https://www.coachtroyjones.com]: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coach_troyjones] ----- [https://www.instagram.com/boomboombirdland]---------- Check out our website [https://www.prosportspodcasters.com/] #NoSportLeftBehind Leave a review and let us know what you thought! Opening and closing music courtesy of Jeremiah Alves - "Evermore".

In this episode of PSP, host Nii Wallace-Bruce and guest Jonna Perlinger, founder of Babes Babes Media, discuss the one-of-a-kind media company rooted in baseball fandom and empowerment (02:42). Jonna narrates her journey from a lifelong Yankees fan to creating a dedicated platform for women in baseball (00:52). *NB: This episode was recorded prior to the release of Carlos Carrasco and the injury to Oswaldo Cabrera Nii and Jonna delve into the current state of baseball, focusing on the competitive AL East division battle and controversial rule changes like the pitching clock and the extra-innings 'ghost runner' (04:54). The conversation shifts to detailed Yankees analysis, covering player acquisitions, performance, and decisions (20:58), including the high-stakes trade of Nestor Cortes for Devin Williams (07:23), and Aaron Judge's transformative play (26:02). The discussion ends on lighter notes like favorite ballpark foods (31:30) and reflections on the evolving nature of baseball fandom. ----------- Babes Babes Media [https://linktr.ee/babesbabes] Twitter [https://x.com/babesbabespod] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/babesbabesmedia] Jonna Perlinger: Twitter [https://twitter.com/90syankskid] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jm_perl] ----- [https://www.instagram.com/boomboombirdland]---------- Check out our website [https://www.prosportspodcasters.com/] #NoSportLeftBehind Leave a review and let us know what you thought! Opening and closing music courtesy of Jeremiah Alves - "Evermore".

In this episode of PSP, host Nii Wallace Bruce takes a deep dive into Atlanta sports with guest, Noel White, producer at 92.9 The Game. They discuss the WNBA draft, focusing on the Atlanta Dream's picks and season prospects (00:45), including rookies Ta-Hina Paopao and Taylor Thierry. They also cover the complexities and uncertainties surrounding the Atlanta Hawks' front office (05:20) and draft strategy (10:00). Shifting gears, they analyze the Atlanta Braves' challenges in the MLB season, particularly their pitching woes (18:27) and potential roster moves (21:26). The conversation then moves to the NFL, highlighting the Atlanta Falcons' draft needs (27:47) and the quarterback situation involving Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins (25:42). The episode wraps up with insights into potential changes in the WNBA (03:15), including upcoming negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement and the league's expansion teams (12:27). --------------- Noel White: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ella__cool23] Twitter [https://twitter.com/ella__cool23] --------------- Check out our website [https://www.pspmedia.ca/] #NoSportLeftBehind Leave a review and let us know what you thought! Opening and closing music courtesy of Jeremiah Alves - "Evermore".

in this episode, host Nii Wallace-Bruce discusses various developments in the international sports landscape with guest Rob Livingstone from GamesBids.com. The conversation covers the new IOC President Kirsty Coventry, her upcoming responsibilities (01:26), and potential changes in the bidding process for future Olympic Games, particularly for 2036 (02:27). Later, they also explore the challenges and implications of shifting the Summer Olympics schedule due to climate change and broadcasting conflicts (04:23), as well as the legacy impacts of major sporting events like the Men's and Women's World Cup (10:11). The geopolitical factors influencing upcoming events, particularly in the US (07:43), and the bids for the 2030 Commonwealth Games are also examined. --------------- Games Bids [https://gamesbids.com/]: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gamesbids] Twitter [https://twitter.com/gamesbids] Rob Livingstone: Instagram [https://instagram.com/enotsgnivil] --------------- Check out our website [https://www.prosportspodcasters.com/] #NoSportLeftBehind Leave a review and let us know what you thought! Opening and closing music courtesy of Jeremiah Alves - "Evermore".