Chronicles From The Upper Deck

Derrick Ow

A podcast rooted in sports, pop culture and life. A podcast that aims to inspire listeners and viewers to chase their dreams no matter how big or small they are.

  1. May 20

    Birdies and Banter Part XV- The Catcher in the Rai

    Derrick and Patrick recap the 108th PGA Championship at Arronimink Golf Club. The guys talk about Aaron Rai's major breakthrough in Philadelphia. Plus, they talk about how their picks fared and what lies ahead in professional golf. Follow Patrick's podcast on social media @TheNPPLiveFollow Derrick's podcast on social media: @CFTUDPODWhat did you guys think of the PGA Championship?

    32 min
  2. Chapter XLIX- The Wonderful World of Sports with Mark Purdy

    May 18

    Chapter XLIX- The Wonderful World of Sports with Mark Purdy

    Chapter 49 is about using the biggest tool in journalism, your brain. Derrick sits down with former award-winning San Jose Mercury News sports columnist Mark Purdy. Mark talks about his upbringing in Celina, OH and how a local sports editor helped him get his start in sports journalism. Mark also talks about how covering the Ball State University football team led him to meeting his future wife. Plus, he shares stories from his career such as interviewing Pete Rose at his house, how he came up with the Los Tiburones nickname for the San Jose Sharks. He also talks about getting inducted into the San Jose Sports Hall of Fame in 2021. He also shares the origin of the name for McCovey Cove plus how his research helped the Grateful Dead get a plaque from the City of San Jose. Follow Mark on X: @MercPurdy Follow the podcast on social media: @CFTUDPOD Thank you for your love & support!

    2h 59m

  3. May 13

    Birdies and Banter XIV- PGA Championship returns to Aronimink GC

    Birdies and Banter returns to your life. Derrick and Patrick make their picks for the 106th PGA Championship. Derrick shares the history of Aronimink Golf Club and how a renovation led by Gill Hanse/Jim Wegner to the PGA returning to the Donald Ross design for the first time since 1962. The guys also discuss the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund pulling funding from LIV Golf after the 2026 season. Derrick & Patrick make their picks to see who leaves the City of Brotherly Love with the Wannamaker Trophy.Drop your predictions belowSubscribe to  @thenpplive  and follow them on social media.Subscribe to our channel and follow the podcast @CFTUDPOD on Social Media.

    33 min

  4. Apr 23

    Chapter XLVIII- U.S. Adaptive Open Future + Believing in Bieber

    Chapter 48 is here on your doorstep. Derrick shares an update about playing in the U.S. Adaptive Open plus shares how Justin Bieber inspired a new generation with his performance at Coachaella. Derrick shares his takes from around the sports world. Follow the podcast on Social Media: @CFTUDPOD, Follow Derrick on Snapchat: @thedrgolftrain1

    42 min

  5. Apr 17

    Birdies and Banter Chapter XIV- A Mcllroy Encore

    Rory Mcllroy goes back to back at the Masters Tournament! Derrick and Patrick recap Masters Week and talks about some headlines from around the golf world. Follow CFTUD Podcast &⁠  @thenpplive ⁠ on Instagram.

    32 min

  6. Apr 9 ·  Bonus

    Birdies and Banter Part XIII- Georgia on My Mind

    Hello Friends, it is Masters Week! The greatest week in all of sports. Derrick and Patrick give their three top players that have a chance to slip on the green jacket! They also share their thoughts regarding Tiger Woods DUI arrest in Florida. Follow & Subscribe ‪@dqow831sports‬ ‪@thenpplive‬

    31 min

  7. Apr 1

    Chapter XLVII- Walk-On to Championship Glory with Matt Mercurio

    This chapter is about having a great support system that will help you blossom. Derrick welcomes Matt Mercurio who is a former San Jose State & Villanova kicker. Matt shares how a conversation with his high school coach led him from the soccer pitch to the football field. He also shares his journey from being a walk-on player at San Jose State to earning a full-ride scholarship. Plus, he shares his favorite memories of being a part of the 2020 Mountain West Football Championship team. He shares insight on his decision to bet on himself and transfer to Villanova University to finish his football career. He also explains how he ended up working for Siemens Healthineers. Derrick also shares his reaction to Tiger Woods' DUI arrest and attending the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. To wrap the show, Derrick also shares his opinion on the International Olympic Committee banning transgender athletes in the 2028 Summer Olympics. Follow Matt on Instagram: @mattmercuriooo Follow the podcast on Social Media: @CFTUDPOD

    2h 26m

  8. Mar 21

    Chapter XLVI- It Will Always Be About the Farmworkers

    WARNING- Some of you might find this content disturbing. If you want to skip ahead to the sports/pop culture part of the show, go to the 35:12 mark. Derrick gives his honest reaction to the bombshell sexual abuse allegations against activist Cesar Chavez. He shares his support for the survivors that spoke out plus why we cannot rush renaming monuments and schools named after him. Derrick shares his honesty regarding the Iran War. If you are a victim of sexual assault and need to report it, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline, 800-656-4673. You can also report it to your local law enforcement agency in your neighborhood.

    1h 11m
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