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Heading For Home
by Heading for Home Podcast
Former professional baseball players Keith Ramsey and Zack Parker host the Heading for Home Podcast. Discussions range from the current state of baseball to stories from the clubhouse with a focus of looking at how much the game has impacted our post-career lives. Most conversations occur in Keith’s sanctuary, his ‘87 Westfalia parked all over California.
Episodes
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Episode 41 - Keith & Zack: WS Recap
We are back! We chatted in the Westy about the World Series victory, Kersh, and 2025.
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Episode 40 - Mark Braff
And we are back with a new episode! Excited to have Mark Braff, author of SONS OF BASEBALL, on this week’s episode. After his retirement Mark set out to chronicle the familial aspect and enduring legacy of baseball - fathers and sons. The book is a fantastic portrait of growing up in a…
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Episode 39 - Scott Richmond
Our guest for Episode 39 is former big leaguer Scott Richmond. Scott had one of the most unique paths to the bigs we have ever heard. His story is a great example to remember to control what you can and let the process play itself out. Can’t wait for y’all to hear this one. Thank you and share!
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Episode 38 - Isaac Pavlik
We are excited to have Isaac Pavlik as today’s guest on the pod. A former left handed pitcher with almost 20 years of professional experience, Isaac chats about convincing his family that baseball was a real option, learning the politics and business of pro baseball, and how you gotta be careful...
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Episode 37 - Judd Songster
Today’s guest is former closer and clubhouse character Judd Songster. We chat about his roots in small town Nebraska and how the belief of his college coach took his confidence and game to a place even he didn’t expect. Hope you dig this one and we are excited to bring it to you.
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Episode 36 - Spike Lundberg
In this episode we chat with the man, the myth Spike Lundberg. We discuss his journey to pro ball, the benefit of having a winning mentality, and how he became a legend in the Mexican League. We are excited for you to hear this one. Thanks for listening and enjoy!
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Episode 35 - Jentry Beckstead
This week on the pod, Zack chats with former teammate and high school coach Jentry Beckstead. They discuss Jentry’s roots and the tough decision to pick baseball over football, his minor league journey with the Rockies, and a tragic day at the ballpark in Little Rock in 2007 when a freak accident...
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Episode 34 - Jess Jewell
In this episode, Keith chats with former professional baseball trainer as well as one of the most incredible humans on the planet, Jess Jewell. Jess’s baseball career has been as sporadic and unpredictable as any player and has taken her all across the country chasing the dream. They discuss…
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Episode 33 - Christian Colonel
To be honest this is the reason we started the podcast. In this episode Keith chats with longtime minor leaguer and always a clubhouse favorite Christian Colonel. We get into Christian’s journey from a tiny town in Idaho to being on the cusp of the big leagues. We also discuss some his off the...
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Episode 32 - Justin Hampson
In this episode, Keith sits down with former big leaguer and fellow lefty Justin Hampson. They discuss Justin’s path from JUCO to playing in the bigs with three different clubs and how a few minor adjustments from a trusted mentor turned his career around. Always a clubhouse favorite, Justin…
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Episode 31 - Will Proctor
Watching the next generation work towards their dreams can be one of the most rewarding parts of being a coach. And even if the dreams shift, it’s still great to see players chase their passion. In this episode, Keith sits down with one of his ex-players, Will Proctor, and the conversation ranges...
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Episode 30 - Reid Casey
In this episode with former teammate Reid Casey, we return to our roots with a ballplayer navigating their career from little league all the way to the world of professional baseball. Reid’s background is an everyman’s journey and he always had a natural draw with his teammates because of his...
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Episode 29 - Joe Beimel is Back!
Today we welcome back former guest Joe Beimel. A lot has happened since we sat down with Joe last year mainly being that he un-retired and went back to playing professional baseball at 44! We thought since this is our return who better to have as the first guest than Joe after his return to pro...
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Baseball is Back… and so is the Podcast!
We are excited to bring you new episodes of the Heading For Home Podcast.
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Episode 28 - Mark Ciardi
Sometimes in life you never know which moments might be a springboard that will launch you down a completely new and exciting path. For this week’s guest, film producer Mark Ciardi, that moment was his first day of rookie ball where he met Jim Morris with whom he would decades later collaborate...
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Episode 27 - Justin Ruchti
Imagine driving in the winning run on a walk-off single for your hometown team that you’ve dreamed of playing for since you were a little boy. This dream was a reality for Justin Ruchti. His RBI single in the bottom of the 9th against Texas gave his team the opportunity to play for a National...
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Episode 26 - Gerard Michaels
Gerard Michaels speaks truthfully and candidly when he discusses the subject of his transition out of baseball. When he says “a part of you dies,” I think most retired ballplayers would agree whether they realize it or not. In this episode, Gerard and Keith speak about what is missed when it’s…
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Episode 25 - Casey Benjamin
Life as a “Grinder” is very much a double edged sword. While your teammates all respect you as a guy that would do anything to help the team win, opportunities are sometimes minimal and rarely are front offices giving a grinder a free pass after a down year. Casey Benjamin is the epitome of the...
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Episode 24 - Shea Douglas
Nobody said baseball was fair. Like life, this game is a perfect microcosm of the many twists and turns that we experience as human beings. Shea Douglas joins us from Mississippi to discuss this sentiment as well as finding contentment, coaching, and how baseball truly is a game that is passed…
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Episode 23: Ryan Bicondoa
"Making it" is all relative. Today's guest, Ryan Bicondoa, is the epitome of a kid who lived a dream of playing professionally for his favorite team despite never wearing their big league uniform. In this episode, Keith and Ryan discuss growing up and playing ball in a small town, wearing the...
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Episode 22 - Ron Shelton
When ballplayers think of their favorite baseball movie, Bull Durham is undoubtedly at the top of most lists. Writer/Director Ron Shelton played 6 years of minor league baseball before trading in his cleats for a director's chair. In this episode they discuss his baseball career, making Bull...
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Episode 21 - Joe Beimel
Joe Beimel accomplished what so many of us hope to do the first time we lace up our cleats. He not only made it to the show, but ended up playing 14 years in the Big Leagues. On a beautiful Sunday afternoon on the Esplanade in Redondo Beach, Keith and Joe discuss his wild ride in the show,...
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Episode 20 - Freddy Sandoval
Freddy Sandoval is inspirational on many different levels. The former Anaheim Angel turned Mental Skills Coach had made his name by helping others. From writing a book called “Mentally Strong” to supporting many current and former players, Freddy felt like a natural fit for what our podcast is…
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Episode 19 - Ben Harrison
When you are with the same group every day things can get a little repetitive. That is the beauty of having teammates like Ben Harrison. From pulling pranks on teammates, to playing piano, to growing up on a sailboat, Ben has always been an interesting guy. In this episode, Keith and Ben discuss...
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Episode 18 - Christian Lopez
Christian Lopez has always been a connector. Whether it is teammate-to-teammate, catcher-to-pitcher and now as a positive voice for the next generation with his podcast Behind the Mask-ulinity, Christian is a guy that has done the work and his story is one that resonates. In this episode, Keith…
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Episode 17 - Ryan Shealy
Life in minor league baseball is largely beyond the player’s control. This is definitely true in the case of Ryan Shealy. A prolific power hitter in the Colorado Rockies organization, Ryan hit 180 career home runs in professional baseball but found himself stuck in the minor leagues behind Todd...
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Episode 16 - Shaun Larkin
Shaun Larkin has been a leader his whole life. From his early days at Cypress Community College to Cal State Northridge all the way to his time in Cleveland, Shaun was an incredible teammate and leader amongst his peers. Now in charge of the Los Angeles Dodgers Minor Leaguers as the Field...
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Episode 15 - Brett Lorin
Motivation can be tough to come by when finishing a professional baseball career but this is what makes this episode’s guest, Brett Lorin, so interesting. He knew exactly what he wanted to do when he hung up the cleats and he’s never looked back. In this episode, Brett and Keith discuss the...
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Episode 14 - Brian Rose
When one thinks of the most mentally and physically demanding positions in professional sports, the baseball catcher is most likely near the top of that list. There is a toughness required that goes hand in hand with the position. This week’s guest, Brian Rose definitely embodies that position…
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Episode 13 - Jim Ed Warden
With our podcast being based around transitions in both baseball and life, there is no better example than Jim Ed Warden. Drafted as an overhand pitcher, Jim Ed’s career was transformed after he was given the opportunity to drop down and become a sidearmer. In this episode, Jim Ed and Keith…
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Episode 12 - Benji Medure
For some coaching is a profession, but for many it is a calling. This is definitely true of Benji Medure, the Head Baseball Coach at Huntington Beach High School, one of the top programs in the nation. In this special two part episode, he speaks about building the HB program from 4 wins to a CIF...
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Episode 11 - Derek Nicholson
When you think of the qualities of the quintessential ballplayer, there are very few that embody these more than Derek Nicholson. From the youngest brother dominating the high school scene, to the incredible success at the university of Florida and eventually taking that to professional baseball,...
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Episode 10 - Logan Gelbrich
Whether it is on a ball field or in a board room, Logan Gelbrich is right at home. He is an entrepreneur, author and burgeoning leader in a connection based world. In this episode, Keith and Logan discuss similar beginnings, the years that molded his work ethic, and giving ourselves permission to...
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Episode 9 - Virgil Vasquez
Today’s guest would be commonly referred to as “the most interesting man in baseball” by many of his ex teammates. From shagging BP barefoot, to swapping old shower heads in the locker room on a whim, Virgil Vasquez is definitely one of a kind. Now, as a pitching coach in the Minnesota Twins...
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Episode 8 - Andy Jenkins
For many, coaching is not just a profession but a calling. This is definitely true for today’s guest, Andy Jenkins. Andy went from a professional baseball career to returning to coach at his alma mater, Oregon State. He is now an Assistant Coach at Cal State Fullerton, one of the top programs in...
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Episode 7 - Brian Lockwood
“Do you love this?” That is the question. In this episode, our guest Brian Lockwood and Keith discuss doing something with passion, the feeling of imposter syndrome, and dealing with adversity while chasing your dreams. Special thanks to Two Guns Espresso for the great coffee
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Episode 6 - Brian Bowles
From 50th round draft pick to pitching in Yankee Stadium, Brian Bowles enjoyed quite the career. His days in professional baseball spanned 13 years including multiple big league stints along the way. In this episode, Brian and Keith dive into perfect endings, the importance of persistence, and...
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Episode 5 - Travis Chock
When it comes to having a finger on the pulse of the game and understanding the fabric of America’s pastime, nobody does it better than Travis Chock and Baseballism. In this episode Travis, CEO and Founder of the baseball lifestyle brand Baseballism, chats with Keith about his humble beginnings…
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Episode 4 - Jeff Francis
Former 12-year Big Leaguer and fellow lefty, Jeff Francis (Rockies, Royals, Yankees, Reds, Athletics, Blue Jays) joins Keith in the Westy via Facetime from his home outside of Toronto. In this episode, we discuss adjusting to pro ball as a Canadian in a new country, the improbable ‘07 Rockies run...
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Episode 3 - Jason Burch
Jason Burch was never your average baseball player. Currently a Senior Counsel for Uber in New York City, the former closer had stints in the Rockies, Cardinals, Orioles and Blue Jays organizations during his 6 year minor league career. With his devastating slider and preference for Jonathan...
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Episode 2 - Terry DeWan
A conversation with Terry DeWan proves that his baseball career is only half of what makes him fascinating. He is also an aspiring author, lead singer of the self described “shittiest cover band in the South Bay,” and deeply into ancient philosophy. In this episode Terry joins Keith in the Westy…
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Episode 1 - Zack Parker
In the premiere episode, former professional baseball player and film producer, Zack Parker joins Keith in the Westy to discuss the highs and lows of pro ball, his transition to life after baseball, and how the skills he learned in baseball translate to real life. Recorded by the beach in…
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Former professional baseball players Keith Ramsey and Zack Parker host the Heading for Home Podcast. Discussions range from the current state of baseball to stories from the clubhouse with a focus of looking at how much the game has impacted our post-career lives. Most conversations occur in Keith’s sanctuary, his ‘87 Westfalia parked all over California.
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Former professional baseball players Keith Ramsey and Zack Parker host the Heading for Home Podcast. Discussions range from the current state of baseball to stories from the clubhouse with a focus of looking at how much the game has impacted our post-career lives. Most conversations occur in...
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