Episode 8: John Erardi, Cincinnati Sports Writer

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the We Love Our Team podcast, Jack Greiner and Randy Freking interview John Erardi, a former sports writer who covered the Cincinnati Reds. They discuss John's background as a sports writer and his experiences covering the Reds. They also talk about John's favorite interviews, the challenges of being a fan and a writer, and memorable moments with players and owners like Bronson Arroyo, Joe Oliver, Marge Schott, and Lou Piniella. The conversation covers various topics related to the Cincinnati Reds, including the history of Opening Day, the impact of Tony Perez on the Big Red Machine, and the interaction between sports writers and broadcasters. The guests share stories and anecdotes about players and events, highlighting the importance of baseball in Cincinnati and the strong connection between the team and the community. Jack thanks the listeners