Catch Up with JP

Jeff Perro
  • 5.0 (2)
  • BASEBALL

I catch up with former professional baseball players to see what they’ve been up to since their playing days ended. 

Episodes

  1. JAN 2

    J.D. Scholten: Bullpens and Ballot Boxes

    Send a text   What does it take to pitch professionally at 45 — while serving as an elected official?  In this wide-ranging conversation, J.D. Scholten shares the remarkable story of how he balanced professional baseball and public service at the same time — becoming the only person in history to play pro baseball while holding elected office.  Scholten walks through his journey from Sioux City, Iowa, to pitching around the world, to the Iowa Statehouse. He reflects on the grind of independent baseball, the lessons learned from pitching without velocity, and how the discipline of the game prepared him for life in politics. From European leagues and late-night bus rides to campaigning across 42 counties as the lone Democrat in northwest Iowa, this is a story about persistence, preparation, and showing up — no matter the arena.  Topics include:  Pitching professionally into his mid-40sPlaying baseball while serving in elected officeWhat baseball teaches you about leadership and failureCampaigning in deep-red districtsWhy Sioux City has always been homeKnowing when it’s finally time to step away Whether you’re a baseball fan, a politics junkie, or just someone who appreciates an unconventional life path, this conversation offers a rare look at what it means to compete — and serve — at the highest level.   👉 Subscribe for more long-form interviews

    47 min

  2. 12/20/2025

    Dominic Leone: Just Being Himself

    Send a text  Former MLB reliever Dominic Leone opens up like never before. From growing up in Norwich, Connecticut, to going undrafted out of high school, to carving out an 11-year Major League career across 10 organizations—Leone’s story is about obsession, resilience, and identity beyond the uniform. In this interview, Dominic reflects on: • Being overlooked because of his size • The unexpected bullpen move that fast-tracked him to the big leagues • The mental toll of injuries, trades, and constant uncertainty • The moment he *knew* his career was over • Life after baseball, fatherhood, and building a new identity • Interests outside of the game of baseball • Why mindset—not raw stuff—was his true edge Leone also dives into the side of pro athletes fans rarely see: fashion, wine, watches, mental health, and the struggle of letting go of the game that defined you. This is a raw conversation about what it really takes to survive in professional baseball—and what happens when the uniform finally comes off.

    44 min
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About

I catch up with former professional baseball players to see what they’ve been up to since their playing days ended. 

Information

  • Creator
    Jeff Perro
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Catch Up with JP