Meaningful Games (feat. Trevor Hildenberger)

Alex and Bobby discuss the role of the audiologist in society and reflect briefly on the ongoing WGA strike, then dive into a CBS Sports article about the potential for a front office union, Jerry Reinsdorf’s comments about the White Sox level of play, and the Angels concern over negative energy from the media. Then they bring on minor league pitcher and friend of the pod Trevor Hildenberger to discuss what it was like forming a whole dang minor league union, how the fight for a housing policy introduced many young players to the idea of organizing, how members went about deciding which issues to prioritize for their first CBA, and much more. Follow Trevor on Twitter at @t_hildy. Links:Baseball’s next unionization effort could be in front offices Jerry Reinsdorf talks the business of sports The Angels don’t appreciate negative energy from reporters Join the Tipping Pitches Patreon Tipping Pitches merchandise Songs featured in this episode:Parquet Courts — “Dust” • Thundercat — “Friend Zone” • Booker T & the M.G.’s — “Green Onions”