Umpire State of Mind

Balker Talker Media
  • 5.0 (6)
  • Baseball
  • Updated Weekly

Join us for a lively discussion on baseball's unwritten rules, recent controversies, the colorful history of the game, and the evolving strategies in the game.

  1. 1d ago

    That's a Power Butt!

    Sound Bites "I started chatting him up at the field" "Scouting is not glamorous at all." "I worked in baseball for five years." "I like big butts!"

    1h 14m

  2. May 28

    Hips Don't Lie

    Sound Bites "CJ Abrams is the top-ranked middle infielder""That swing, the coolest swing ever""Fred Lynn signed 75 MVP Rookie of the Year""Mario Mendoza wouldn't worry so much in today's game"

    1h 18m

  3. May 20

    Slide Kelly Slide

    Pseudo: "Well, I'm sure the boss is just kind of laughing at it, saying, man, me and all of the other directors say the exact same thing about this guy."Gregg: "You guys are like, is, you're out of your minds. I mean, honestly, almost to the point of being offensive because like what other sport would you invite subjectivity like this into important officiating situations?"Tim: "It's a gift to be able to do this with you. I was really looking forward to tonight's show."

    51 min

  4. May 13

    Team Chemistry

    Sound Bites "My old lady tolerates my obsession." "Jumping on the ground and sliding." "The idea of a balanced MLB league."

    51 min

  5. Apr 30

    Flower Hits Faster

    Deep Dive into Baseball Legends and MLB Shirt Failures — In this episode, we explore the nuances of cannabis delivery methods, share playful competitions about baseball legends, and critique upcoming MLB city connect uniforms. Get ready for candid stories, sports debates, and a dash of humor that keeps the conversation lively.Key Topics: The different effects of cannabis consumption methods—smoking, vaping, gummies—and how delivery impacts potencyPersonal stories about first experiences with alcohol and marijuana across generationsA playful contest ranking the top 50 baseball players of all time, with surprising omissions and debatesThe recent Red Sox managerial purge and the strategic implications of staffing changesMLB team uniform controversies: favorites, failures, and the whackiness of city connect designsDriveline BaseballMLB Top 50 Players of All Time InfographicBoston Red Sox Official SiteUpcoming MLB City Connect UniformsKerry Washington on Apple TV Timestamps:00:00 - The effects of smoking flour versus vaping and gummies02:16 - Personal stories on marijuana and family views04:37 - Family drinking histories and cultural contrasts09:02 - Boston Red Sox managerial purge: what really happened?11:08 - Inside the Red Sox's unconventional staffing reorganization20:11 - The Pittsburgh Pirates' recent winning streak and young talent shine25:52 - Vlad Jr.'s evolving hitting style and power metrics33:02 - The top 50 baseball players ranked: surprises and omissions44:42 - MLB legend list game: who makes the cut?54:49 - Comparing celebrity lookalikes: Justin’s doppelganger revealed65:45 - Debating the 2026 City Connect uniforms: favorites and the overrated72:26 - Wrap-up and planning for the next episode

    1h 14m
  6. Shut Up Rich Guy

    Apr 22

    Shut Up Rich Guy

    Sound Bites "That's kind of Portland-ish.""Very cool. Yeah, that's cool.""Yeah, that'd be great."

    59 min

  7. Apr 15

    The Legend of Pretzels Getzien

    Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and episode overview 00:22 - Remembering Phil Garner and baseball legends 01:37 - The meaning behind popular baseball nicknames 02:24 - The story of Wade Boggs and player nicknames 05:01 - Fan interaction: Scorekeeping and love for baseball history 05:34 - First encounter with Wade Boggs and celebrity in baseball 06:39 - Baseball names quiz: Real vs. fake names challenge 10:17 - The story of Wade Boggs' legendary beer-drinking feats 20:47 - Pitcher mentality with Zach Greinke's approach to velocity 38:44 - Player development advancements and early MLB debuts 44:09 - Pitching injuries, Tommy John surgeries, and recovery trends 55:01 - Fantasy league trades, prospect prospects, and team strategies 58:50 - Controversy around umpire challenges and technology’s role 61:53 - Closing thoughts and community engagement

    1h 3m

  8. Apr 8

    How 'Bout Those Buccos

    Sound Bites "Connor Griffin was brought up too early, not ready." "Technology can make umpiring more accurate and fair." "Fans are loving the challenge system and ABS stats."

    58 min
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Join us for a lively discussion on baseball's unwritten rules, recent controversies, the colorful history of the game, and the evolving strategies in the game.

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  • Creator
    Balker Talker Media
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Balker Talker Media
  • Show Website
    Umpire State of Mind