The Fan in Fanatic

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Calling all sports fans that have a special place in your heart for Special Needs Kids. Each episode, host Parker Grelecki (a 14 year old sports fanatic who was born with severe brain damage) alongside his Dad, interviews someone in the world of sports. Guests include former and current professional and college athletes and broadcasters.

  1. 04/01/2025

    Episode 45- Steve Stone

    Hello, Fanatic Addicts, today we will be interviewing Mr. Steve Stone (not the baseball player, but a voiceover artist)

  2. 03/26/2025

    Episode 44 - Jason Harbison

    it's almost MLB opening day. and conference play is in full swing for College baseball, so, what better way to kick it off than by interviewing the PA announcer for Auburn Tiger Baseball, Mr. Jason Harbison.

  3. 03/17/2025

    March Madness 2025 Game Picks

    We are BAAACKKK. March Madness is here. It's time to dance baby. Join my broadcast partner, Dad and I as we make our picks.

  4. 03/14/2025

    Episode 43- Drew Bailey

    Hello, Fanatic Addicts! Sorry it has been a while, but, I am back baby! Today, I am going to be interviewing one of my all time favorite people in the world, Mr. Steven Drew Bailey. A former college basketball player at Piedmont College, turned coach and now, teacher at Alan C. Pope High School.

  5. 04/30/2024

    Interview 42- Jeffery Whitaker - Former Defensive Tackle for Auburn

    This is such a fun interview. Parker had the privilege of interviewing Mr. Jeffrey Whitaker, former defensive tackle for Auburn University. He played on the 2010 National Championship team, as well as the miracle season of 2013. He currently back in Auburn working for War Eagle Plus and soon starting his own podcast. Thank you for your support of Parker and “The Fan in Fanatic” Podcast.   Please share and subscribe so we can continue to spread the word and the laughs (Parker has a goal of being on radio row at the Super Bowl).  You can also follow the “Fan in Fanatic” on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.  This is not your typical sports podcast.  Our host, Parker Grelecki, was born with severe brain damage due to hydrocephalus, excess fluid on the brain.  The hydrocephalus was so bad, resulting in so much fluid buildup in his brain, that he was born with only 8mm of brain matter.  From the very beginning, our prayer was that God would be glorified through Parker’s life and we are continued to be amazed at how God has answered this prayer in Parker’s life.  At birth, we did not know if Parker would live, thrive, walk, talk, whatever.  We were told that we would just have to wait and see what Parker would do.  Well, here we are with our thriving, walking, talking miracle.  Now, Parker has faced and continues to face a few setbacks and challenges, but it’s hard to say he’s been slowed down.  So, that brings us to the podcast.  Although Parker will never be able to physically play sports, he has an unparalleled passion for all things sports, having a dream to become a sports broadcaster.  Unfortunately, he’s not able to attend broadcasting or journalism camps or programs.  So, it was suggested, as part of his occupational therapy, that he launch a sports-focused podcast, so he could develop his interviewing and producing skills.  During this podcast, Parker will talk with all kinds of people from all facets of the world of sports.  Just like the start of his life, we have no idea what’s going to happen; we’ll just wait and see what he does.  And so we bring you Parker, The Fan in Fanatic.    Click here to learn more of Parker’s beginnings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uauAItnZjuk

  6. 04/29/2024

    Interview 41- Mr. Greg Kalil

    Current Voiceover artist and prior voice of the Tampa Bay Rays, Parker had the privilege of talking to Mr. Greg Kalil. Thank you for your support of Parker and “The Fan in Fanatic” Podcast.   Please share and subscribe so we can continue to spread the word and the laughs (Parker has a goal of being on radio row at the Super Bowl).  You can also follow the “Fan in Fanatic” on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.   This is not your typical sports podcast.  Our host, Parker Grelecki, was born with severe brain damage due to hydrocephalus, excess fluid on the brain.  The hydrocephalus was so bad, resulting in so much fluid buildup in his brain, that he was born with only 8mm of brain matter.  From the very beginning, our prayer was that God would be glorified through Parker’s life and we are continued to be amazed at how God has answered this prayer in Parker’s life.  At birth, we did not know if Parker would live, thrive, walk, talk, whatever.  We were told that we would just have to wait and see what Parker would do.  Well, here we are with our thriving, walking, talking miracle.  Now, Parker has faced and continues to face a few setbacks and challenges, but it’s hard to say he’s been slowed down.  So, that brings us to the podcast.  Although Parker will never be able to physically play sports, he has an unparalleled passion for all things sports, having a dream to become a sports broadcaster.  Unfortunately, he’s not able to attend broadcasting or journalism camps or programs.  So, it was suggested, as part of his occupational therapy, that he launch a sports-focused podcast, so he could develop his interviewing and producing skills.  During this podcast, Parker will talk with all kinds of people from all facets of the world of sports.  Just like the start of his life, we have no idea what’s going to happen; we’ll just wait and see what he does.  And so we bring you Parker, The Fan in Fanatic.    Click here to learn more of Parker’s beginnings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uauAItnZjuk

  7. 04/09/2024

    Episode 40- Christy Thomaskutty

    It's our 40th interview!!! And in honor of the NCAA Basketball National Championship week (congratulations UConn men and South Carolina women) we had the privilege of speaking with former NCAA women's basketball player and coach and now ESPN commentator Ms. Christy Thomaskutty. Thank you for your support of Parker and “The Fan in Fanatic” Podcast.   Please share and subscribe so we can continue to spread the word and the laughs (Parker has a goal of being on radio row at the Super Bowl).  You can also follow the “Fan in Fanatic” on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.  This is not your typical sports podcast.  Our host, Parker Grelecki, was born with severe brain damage due to hydrocephalus, excess fluid on the brain.  The hydrocephalus was so bad, resulting in so much fluid buildup in his brain, that he was born with only 8mm of brain matter.  From the very beginning, our prayer was that God would be glorified through Parker’s life and we are continued to be amazed at how God has answered this prayer in Parker’s life.  At birth, we did not know if Parker would live, thrive, walk, talk, whatever.  We were told that we would just have to wait and see what Parker would do.  Well, here we are with our thriving, walking, talking miracle.  Now, Parker has faced and continues to face a few setbacks and challenges, but it’s hard to say he’s been slowed down.  So, that brings us to the podcast.  Although Parker will never be able to physically play sports, he has an unparalleled passion for all things sports, having a dream to become a sports broadcaster.  Unfortunately, he’s not able to attend broadcasting or journalism camps or programs.  So, it was suggested, as part of his occupational therapy, that he launch a sports-focused podcast, so he could develop his interviewing and producing skills.  During this podcast, Parker will talk with all kinds of people from all facets of the world of sports.  Just like the start of his life, we have no idea what’s going to happen; we’ll just wait and see what he does.  And so we bring you Parker, The Fan in Fanatic.    Click here to learn more of Parker’s beginnings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uauAItnZjuk

  8. 03/26/2024

    Interview 39 - Cody Parkey- Former NFL and Auburn placekicker

    After a disappointing weekend in sports for Auburn, Parker was thrilled to have the opportunity to talk about some of Auburn's past victories with former Auburn placekicker Cody Parkey. Mr. Parkey played for Auburn from 2010-2013 and then went on to have a successful NFL career with several different pro teams. Thank you for your support of Parker and “The Fan in Fanatic” Podcast.   Please share and subscribe so we can continue to spread the word and the laughs (Parker has a goal of being on radio row at the Super Bowl).  You can also follow the “Fan in Fanatic” on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.   This is not your typical sports podcast.  Our host, Parker Grelecki, was born with severe brain damage due to hydrocephalus, excess fluid on the brain.  The hydrocephalus was so bad, resulting in so much fluid buildup in his brain, that he was born with only 8mm of brain matter.  From the very beginning, our prayer was that God would be glorified through Parker’s life and we are continued to be amazed at how God has answered this prayer in Parker’s life.  At birth, we did not know if Parker would live, thrive, walk, talk, whatever.  We were told that we would just have to wait and see what Parker would do.  Well, here we are with our thriving, walking, talking miracle.  Now, Parker has faced and continues to face a few setbacks and challenges, but it’s hard to say he’s been slowed down.  So, that brings us to the podcast.  Although Parker will never be able to physically play sports, he has an unparalleled passion for all things sports, having a dream to become a sports broadcaster.  Unfortunately, he’s not able to attend broadcasting or journalism camps or programs.  So, it was suggested, as part of his occupational therapy, that he launch a sports-focused podcast, so he could develop his interviewing and producing skills.  During this podcast, Parker will talk with all kinds of people from all facets of the world of sports.  Just like the start of his life, we have no idea what’s going to happen; we’ll just wait and see what he does.  And so we bring you Parker, The Fan in Fanatic.    Click here to learn more of Parker’s beginnings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uauAItnZju

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Calling all sports fans that have a special place in your heart for Special Needs Kids. Each episode, host Parker Grelecki (a 14 year old sports fanatic who was born with severe brain damage) alongside his Dad, interviews someone in the world of sports. Guests include former and current professional and college athletes and broadcasters.

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  • Creator
    Fan Fanatic
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
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