The Art of Pitching, Preparation & Team Chemistry | Curt Schilling

In this episode of 'Zeke and Zonk: Inside the Game,' hosts Keith Moreland (Zonk) and Greg Swindell (Zeke) bring on special guest Curt Schilling, a former MLB pitcher known for his exceptional career and competitive spirit. The trio discusses Schilling's experiences, including his time with the Arizona Diamondbacks and Philadelphia Phillies, the importance of fastball command, and memorable moments from his career. They also touch on the human elements of baseball, such as the evolution of umpiring and the impact of preparation and mentality on the game. Additionally, Schilling shares personal insights into his charitable work with ALS and his life managing an animal rescue farm. The episode concludes with reflections on the Dodgers' successive World Series wins and updates on Longhorn football.00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement00:53 Catching Up with Kurt Schilling02:02 Fantasy Camp Stories and Umpire Tales05:05 Pitching Strategies and Umpire Relations09:20 The Art of Pitching and Preparation17:19 The Impact of Teammates and Competition23:35 Career Turning Points and Fastball Command29:41 Pre-Pitch Thoughts and Veteran Insights31:07 Philly Fans and Baseball Culture32:33 Boston vs. New York Rivalry35:14 World Series Memories and Reflections44:09 ALS Advocacy and Personal Impact45:33 Animal Rescue and Life After Baseball46:37 Coaching Aspirations and Baseball Philosophy49:00 Challenges in Modern Baseball54:54 Get Out of Town Moment and Longhorn Football