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The Clueless Joe Podcast
by D-BAT Nashville
The Clueless Joe podcast is recorded at D-BAT Nashville, the premier baseball and softball batting cage and training academy in Middle Tennessee. Hosted by owner and operator John Crist, he's joined by members of his management team and instruction staff. They discuss the latest topics revolving around America's Pastime, plus each episode features a special guest for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview that dives deep into our great game. You'll laugh. You'll cry. One way or another, you'll be entertained.
Episodes
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Episode 39: Have we seen the last of Shohei Ohtani as a two-way god? Also, D-BAT's Trey Vanderpool
Segment 1: Alongside co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist wonders just how much Shohei Ohtani's impending free agency has been altered due to anther impending Tommy John surgery. What kind of contract can he now command on the open market? Segment 2: We welcome D-BAT...
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Episode 38: What training tools work, and which ones don't? Also, CrossFit guru Caleb Gregory
Segment 1: Alongside co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist discusses the various training tools on the market for young baseball and softball players. Do any of them actually work? Are some of them just a waste of money? Segment 2: John is joined by Caleb Gregory....
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Episode 37: Are travel teams more important than high school teams? Also, an e-mail question
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist wonders if being on a good travel team trumps being on a good high school team at this point. Has prep baseball now turned into how basketball is with AAU? Segment 2: For the first time, the guys answer…
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Episode 36: How about that Tim Anderson-Jose Ramirez fight? Also, Zach starts coaching again
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist looks back on the punch from Jose Ramirez that dropped Tim Anderson... both literally and figuratively. Is this a dubious Robin Ventura-like moment for the irritable Anderson? Segment 2: With both John…
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Episode 35: Will Shohei Ohtani be traded? Also, lesson dos and don'ts for players and parents
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist wonders if Shohei Ohtani will actually be on the move before next week's trading deadline. Are the Angels forced to pull the trigger, or do their wild-card aspirations take priority? Segment 2: With John...
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Episode 34: What are the Top 5 pitches in MLB? Also, parent/player travel ball expectations
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist puts together his list of the Top 5 pitches in Major League Baseball this season. Clayton Kershaw's curveball got a mention from everybody, but who else has an offering that's seemingly unhittable? Segment 2: With...
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Episode 33: Did Home Run Derby live up to all the hype? Also, predictions for the second half
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist reviews this week's Home Run Derby. While Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was a deserving champion, is the event itself losing some steam? What can be done to make it better? Segment 2: With Zach and Ryan now joined by fellow...
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Episode 32: What did we think of the College World Series? Also, D-BAT founder/CEO Cade Griffis
Segment 1: Alongside co-host Zach Schritenthal, host John Crist reviews LSU's win over Florida to capture its seventh College World Series title. Is the transfer portal now more important than high school recruiting? Can the SEC's dominance be stopped? With so much player movement these days,...
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Episode 31: How personal will host John Crist get flying solo? Also, former teammate Chris Guyette
Segment 1: With co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg unavailable this week, host John Crist flies solo to talk about some of the regrets he still has from his playing career decades ago. Will he be able to pass his love of the game on to his son Conrad, or is it up to him to…
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Episode 30: Who do we think wins the College World Series? Also, local baseball umpire Joe Gaynor
Segment 1: Co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg review this past weekend's Super Regionals. Is it inevitable that No. 1 national seed Wake Forest wins the national championship? Segment 2: Along with Ryan, host John Crist is joined by local baseball umpire Joe Gaynor -- he just...
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Episode 29: Who emerges from the Supers and makes it to Omaha? Also, the evolution of the closer
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Sam Bragg, host John Crist takes a look back at Regional action in the NCAA Tournament from this past weekend. Which teams look good enough to win the Supers this coming weekend and advance to the College World Series? Segment 2: A lot goes…
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Episode 28: Which MLB All-Stars from 2022 are struggling in 2023? Also, off-the-field stories
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist reviews a handful of All-Stars in Major League Baseball from 2022 that are having a much tougher time in 2023. Are any of them primed for a bounce back the rest of the way? Segment 2: A lot of work has to...
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Episode 27: What exactly happened between the Yankees and Blue Jays? Also, fun baseball lingo
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist tries to figure out exactly happened this week in Toronto. Was Aaron Judge of the Yankees getting signals from his own dugout against the Blue Jays? Segment 2: Like most every extra-curricular activity, baseball has...
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Episode 26: Are the Yankees already dead and buried? Also, HOFers we would've loved to see play
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist wonders if the last-place New York Yankees have dug themselves too big of a hole in the AL East. Are they even contenders for a Wild Card at this point? Segment 2: While discussing some of baseball's...
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Episode 25: Who are the Top 5 most exciting players in MLB? Also, fan pet peeves at the ballpark
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist asks everybody to put together a list of their most exciting players in baseball. Needless to say, Shohei Ohtani made everyone's Top 5. Segment 2: As much as we all love going to baseball games, be it the...
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Episode 24: Are the Pirates for real? Are the Cardinals dead? Also, D-BAT instructor Carter Smith
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist focuses on the surprising National League Central, where the Pittsburgh Pirates are playing well and the St. Louis Cardinals are playing poorly. Has the dye already been cast in this division? Segment 2:...
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Episode 23: Who are the biggest disappointments, biggest surprises so far in MLB? Also, PitchCom
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist discusses the teams that have somewhat unexpectedly gotten off to slow starts thus far in Major League Baseball. Are any of them in danger of being all but eliminated early? Segment 2: On the flip side, a...
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Episode 22: Just how good are the Tampa Bay Rays? Also, a tough start to 2023 for MLB umpires
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist wonders if the Tampa Bay Rays are really as good as their 11-0 record suggests. Are they just off to a hot start or legitimate World Series contenders? Segment 2: With all the new rules in place this...
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Episode 21: What did we learn from Week 1 of the MLB season? Also, baseball agent Hunter Bledsoe
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist breaks down the first week or so of the Major League Baseball season. Who looks good? Who looks not so good? And how do the Tampa Bay Rays keep doing it? Segment 2: Baseball agent Hunter Bledsoe, a…
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Episode 20: Who do we think wins the World Series this season? Also, our fantasy baseball draft
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist asks everyone to officially make their picks in MLB this season for division winners and wild cards. Who takes the World Series in 2023? Segment 2: The staff at D-BAT Nashville held its annual fantasy...
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Episode 19: What are our final takeaways from the World Baseball Classic? Also, Shohei Ohtani is a god
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist puts a bow on what turned out to be an incredible two weeks at the World Baseball Classic. How often should this event be played? Segment 2: Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani was one of the best hitters…
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Episode 18: So how was Week 1 at the World Baseball Classic? Also, revisiting our own baseball careers
Segment 1: With host John Crist on Spring Break, co-hosts Ryan Gaynor, Sam Bragg and Zach Schritenthal dive into pool play at the World Baseball Classic. How are their pre-tournament predictions doing thus far as we move into the quarterfinal round? Segment 2: Ryan, Sam and Zach get incredibly...
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Episode 17: Which MLB teams have zero chance to win the World Series? Also, travel ball coach James Jones
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist dissects the handful of teams that (unfortunately) have no chance to win the World Series in 2023. What about the Kansas City Royals? Los Angeles Angels? Chicago White Sox? Segment 2: James Jones…
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Episode 16: What do we think of MLB's new pitch clock so far? Also, we preview the World Baseball Classic
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist takes the temperature of the room on the new pitch clock in Major League Baseball. Do pitchers or hitters have more of an advantage? Segment 2: With the World Baseball Classic set to begin next week, the...
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Episode 15: What are the Top 5 starting rotations in MLB? Also, reviewing opening weekend in the NCAA
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist plays Top 5 with MLB starting rotations. Where do the defending World Series champion Houston Astros rank? Segment 2: College baseball at the D-I level just had its opening weekend, and the SEC looks as...
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Episode 14: What's your starting nine for Team USA in the WBC? Also, D-BAT Nashville GM Zach Schritenthal
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist names his starting nine for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. Is the lineup too heavy on right-handed bats? Is another lefty needed out of the bullpen? Segment 2: Zach, our beloved general manager…
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Episode 13: What are some of the wildest baseball superstitions? Also, former Major Leaguer J.P. Arencibia
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist covers a few of the weirdest superstitions in all of baseball. Turk Wendell brushing his teeth between innings? It doesn't get much weirder than that. Segment 2: Former catcher J.P. Arencibia, who played…
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Episode 12: Which current players are destined for Cooperstown? Also, Easton R&D engineer Kevin Wilkins
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist wonders which players currently on MLB rosters are making a case for the Hall of Fame. Nolen Arenado? Zach Greinke? Mookie Betts? A lot of names are covered. Segment 2: Kevin Wilkins, a research and...
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Episode 11: Who are your Top 5 "random" New York Yankees ever? Also, softball instructor Sydney Turchin
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Sam Bragg and Sydney Turchin, host John Crist wants to know everyone's Top 5 random New York Yankees of all time. A lot of aging sluggers have put on the pinstripes over the years chasing one last shot at glory. Segment 2: Sydney steps into the...
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Episode 10: A full episode about "eyewash" in baseball? Also, Toronto Blue Jays minor leaguer Phil Clarke
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist does a deep dive on his new favorite baseball term: "eyewash." What are some of the most egregious examples right now in MLB? Segment 2: Toronto Blue Jays minor leaguer Phil Clarke, a member of…
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Episode 9: Who are the winners and losers of the Carlos Correa saga? Also, Ryan Gaynor in the hot seat
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist reviews the crazy free-agency story of Carlos Correa. Were the Minnesota Twins right to bring him back? Segment 2: Another deep dive into a member of our own staff, Coach Ryan steps into the spotlight for…
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Episode 8: Who are the Top 5 leadoff hitters of your lifetime? Also, let's get to know Sam Bragg better
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist plays Top 5 with leadoff men. Which players from baseball history are on everyone's list? Segment 2: In an effort to get to know members of our own staff better, Coach Sam actually steps into the…
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Episode 7: How do you feel about the "unwritten rules" of baseball? Also, Vanderbilt coach Tim Corbin is here
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist discuss the "unwritten rules" of baseball and their collective place in today's game. Where does everyone stand on bat flips and pimping home runs? Segment 2: Vanderbilt head coach Tim Corbin stops by for…
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Episode 6: What's your best movie-character starting nine? Also, Belmont father and son Dave and Logan Jarvis
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist puts together his best starting nine using only fictional players from baseball movies. Who managed to assemble the most balanced lineup? Segment 2: We managed to corral the father-and-son combination from Belmont,...
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Episode 5: Are the A's no longer viable in Oakland? Also, we talk with former Major Leaguer Julio Borbon
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal, Ryan Gaynor and Sam Bragg, host John Crist asks if the Oakland A's legitimately have a sustainable business model going forward for Major League Baseball. What cities are on the list for possible relocation? Segment 2: Former Major Leaguer Julio...
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Episode 4: Should kids use wood bats in college instead of metal? Also, we revisit that catch by Willie Mays
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Sam Bragg, host John Crist wonders if the game of baseball in general would be better if college teams used wood bats instead of metal. Can MLB cover the cost if it meant getting a better evaluation of college hitters? Segment 2: In this...
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Episode 3: Which premier free agent SS do you want? Also, a visit from Atlanta Braves scout Trey McNickle
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist breaks down the free agent shortstops currently on the market in Xander Bogaerts, Carlos Correa, Dansby Swanson and Trea Turner. Who do you want your team to sign and at what price? Segment 2: Atlanta Braves area...
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Episode 2: Do you want Aaron Judge in free agency? Also, Baltimore Orioles 3B coach Tony Mansolino stops by
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist wonders if Aaron Judge is indeed the prize of this year's free agent class or just the next cautionary tale for big-spending MLB owners. How often do these contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars actually...
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Episode 1: Drastic new rules are coming to MLB. Also, Savannah Bananas 2B Dalton Mauldin joins the show
Segment 1: Along with co-hosts Zach Schritenthal and Ryan Gaynor, host John Crist discusses some of the new rules we'll see in Major League Baseball come 2023. With pitch clocks, bigger bases and strict limitations on defensive shifts, America's Pastime will look a little different than it did…
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The Clueless Joe podcast is recorded at D-BAT Nashville, the premier baseball and softball batting cage and training academy in Middle Tennessee. Hosted by owner and operator John Crist, he's joined by members of his management team and instruction staff. They discuss the latest topics revolving around America's Pastime, plus each episode features a special guest for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview that dives deep into our great game. You'll laugh. You'll cry. One way or another, you'll be entertained.
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