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The Farm System
by The Farm System
Welcome to The Farm System Podcast, your home for baseball & softball player development. Join us as we explore the strategies and techniques that lead to peak performance on & off the field. We tackle various topics like mental health, time management, relationships, and spirituality. Tune in for a well-rounded discussion about preparing for success in, not only sports, but life!
Episodes
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Episode 223: Create vs. Compete - The Mindset Shift That Will Save Your Training Business
In this episode of The Farm System, we sit down with Wes Phillips, owner of The Baseball Softball Dojo in Wichita, Kansas. Wes shares his incredible "full circle" journey—from almost crying when getting the invite to our training retreat (just two days after getting married!) to taking over a...
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Episode 222: Overcoming Fear as a Coach
In this powerful conversation, longtime softball coach Dawn Castaneda shares her raw journey—from decades of lessons and travel ball, through COVID setbacks and facility struggles, to finally opening his own training center in Southern California. Dawn opens up about the massive personal growth...
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Episode 221: How Top Hitting Coaches Simplify Complex Problems With Pat Biondi & Ryan Cooper
In this conversation, I sit down with two experienced hitting coaches — Ryan Cooper (Hitting & Catching Coordinator at Push Performance in Arizona) and Pat Biondi (founder of Elevate Hitting in the Detroit area and former University of Michigan + Mets player). Ryan and Pat share their journeys…
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Episode 220: It’s Not About You – Putting Athletes First With Doug Adams
In this episode, I sit down with Doug Adams — head baseball coach at Clark State College (JUCO) and owner of P413 Baseball / P413 Sports in Ohio. Doug brings over 20 years of coaching experience, including eight straight conference championships at Dayton Christian, and a deep passion for hitting...
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Episode 219: Using a Closed Stance to Unlock Power, Direction & Adjustability
In this episode, we dive deep into real in-season hitting development with a college slugger who's batting .330+ but leaving power and consistency on the table. Despite his gargantuan size and 480-foot bombs earlier in the year, lower launch angles, reduced spin, directional leaks, and a pelvis...
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Episode 218: Complexity is the Starting Line
True individualization isn't efficient, it doesn't scale easily, and it costs time—but it’s the only way to ensure your athletes aren't collateral damage to your "business model." Join us as we discuss the evolution of a coaching philosophy: moving away from reductionist "buckets" and toward a…
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🎙️ Episode 217 – UC San Diego Softball Head Coach Nikki Palmer
In Episode 217, we sit down with UC San Diego Softball head coach Nikki Palmer for an honest conversation about what it truly takes to lead a program. Coach Palmer shares her journey through different schools and roles, breaking down how the responsibilities of a head coach shift depending on…
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Episode 216: Functional Strength vs. Traditional Strength: Why the Debate Misses the Point
Strength training debates are louder than ever—traditional lifts vs. “functional” training, capacity vs. transfer, force production vs. athletic expression. And yet, most of the arguments miss what actually matters. In this episode, we break down why both sides of the strength debate are…
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🎙️ Episode 215 – ABCA 2026 Recap
In this episode, Joey sits down and covers his take aways from the 2026 ABCA Convention. Where is the game at now? Where is it headed? If we really want the game to move forward, if we really want to make progress... it takes work.
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🎙️ Episode 214 – Action Types Part 2
In today’s episode, we’re joined once again by our friend and mentor, co-founder of the Action Types approach and one of the deepest thinkers in motor development, natural movement, and human coordination. This is his second appearance on the podcast — and it didn’t take long for us to bring him...
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🎙️ Episode 213 – Below Average
Let me tell you a secret — I wasn’t some standout player. I was a below average JUCO player. A below average Division I player. A below average NAIA player. No one was looking at me back then and thinking, “That guy’s going to work with MLB All-Stars one day.” But at 27, I was interviewing for…
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🎙️ Episode 212 – Allie Clements (Stanford Softball Alum)
🎙 Episode 212 – Allie Clements (Stanford Softball Alum) In this episode, we explore the real side of the college softball journey — the parts that rarely get talked about but so many athletes experience. Our guest shares her story of growing up in Houston, Texas, and how her path through college...
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🎙️ Episode 211 – Micah Franklin (7 to 22)
🎙 Episode 211 – Micah Franklin (7 to 22) Hitting a baseball is often called the hardest skill in sports—and in this episode, we dive into why. Micah, with over 31 years in professional baseball and experience working with players like Cody Bellinger and James Wood, shares hard-earned wisdom from...
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🎙️ Episode 210 – Cal Stephens
🎙 Episode 210 – Cal Stephens — an athlete whose path with us started through remote training and has grown into a unique in-person experience of shadowing, learning, and developing inside The Farm. Cal shares what it’s like to not only train as a player, but also step into the shoes of an…
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🎙️ Episode 209 – Emily Ferree
🎙 Episode 209 – From the Lab to the Field: Biomechanics, Rehab, and Performance with Dr. Emily Ferree In this episode, Joey Cunha reconnects with an early mentor and former collaborator, Dr. Emily Ferree — a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist, biomechanics...
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🎙️ Episode 208 – The New Age of College Sports: NIL, Transfers & Athlete Empowerment
College sports are evolving faster than ever. In Episode 208, we dive into the rise of NIL deals, the chaos and opportunity of the transfer portal, and how the line between amateur and pro is getting blurrier by the day. We explore what these shifts mean for players, coaches, and programs—and how...
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Episode 207: The Ups & Downs of Hitting
Episode 207: The Ups & Downs of Hitting Hitting is a game of highs and lows, and whether you’re a coach or a player, navigating the mental side of the game is just as important as the mechanics. In this episode, we dive into the challenges that come with hitting slumps, the frustrations of…
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Episode 206: Matt Krug
Episode 206: Matt Krug “The game is 90% mental and the other half physical” Everyone has heard that classic quote from some capacity while playing sports. In this in episode we deep dive with Matt Krug who worked as a psychologist with professional baseball organizations and go into things like...
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Episode 205: What Is Our Real Job As Coaches?
Episode 205: What Is Our Real Job? In an industry that can be full of magic tricks and “truths” we can often lose sight as coaches of what our job is with athletes. Is it to tell them exactly how something should be done? Is it build relationships? Is it ti help build skills that […]
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Episode 204: Hitting Philosophies With Chat GPT
Episode 204:Hitting Philosophies With Chat GPT Have you ever had to explain your hitting philosophy to somebody before? Well, in this episode, we walked through some public information and analytics in the baseball space and provided them to Chat GPT to attempt to have Chat build its own...
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Episode 203: Dugout Chatter
Episode 203: Dugout Chatter Have you ever heard of “playing the game within the game”? In this episode we sit down and chop up all the minor details that may come into play during a single at bat, pitch, game, weekend, etc. From setting the pitcher up, to basic approach and mindsets going into…
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Episode 202: Tyson Marostica (Arizona Sports Clinic)
Episode 202: Tyson Marostica (Arizona Sports Clinic) In this episode, we sit down with elite golf instructor Tyson Marostica to dive into the fascinating parallels and unique differences between baseball, softball, and golf. Together, we explore how each sport approaches collecting and…
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Episode 201: Action Types – Motor Preferences
Episode 201: Action Types – Motor Preferences In this episode we dive into Action Types & Motor Preferences. Taking a science and putting it into a digestible curriculum for others to understand can be tricky, so we decided to chop it up for over 2.5 hours discussing the benefits, misconceptions,...
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Episode 200: Communication Is Key
Episode 200: Communication Is Key In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most essential elements of effective coaching—communication. Whether you’re coaching baseball or softball, how you communicate with your athletes can make or break their development. We explore practical strategies…
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Episode 199: Rick Franzblau (Clemson University Assistant AD of Olympic Sports Performance)
Episode 199: Rick Franzblau (Clemson University Assistant AD and Olympic Sports Performance) In this episode, we sit down with the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Performance at Clemson University to dive deep into the world of human movement and high-level performance training. From bone...
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Episode 198: Randy Sullivan (Florida Baseball Armory)
Episode 198: Randy Sullivan (Florida Baseball Armory) In this episode of The Farm System podcast: If you love learning how the body works, training athletes, or simply just two passionate people collaborating, this is for you! Joey and Randy sit down and dive into many topics from collecting…
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Episode 197: Dennis Sales
Episode 197: Dennis Sales In this episode of The Farm System podcast: We sit down with Dennis Sales and chop it up about the similarities and differences between golf and baseball. From concepts when it comes to training as well as numbers and data from force plates, this is definitely and…
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Episode 196: Shonty Passi
Episode 196: Shonty Passi In this episode of The Farm System podcast: We sit down with Utah Softballs Shonty Passi! Take a listen as we dive into her journey as an athlete born in Hawaii! She grew up playing baseball and she dives into how that molded her into the player she is today at […]
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Episode 195: Riley Valentine
Episode 195: Riley Valentine In this episode of The Farm System podcast: We sit down with Alabama Softballs and the Keeper of The Rally Worm… Riley Valentine! Take a listen as we dive into the ups and downs of the season, where you can find stability in an eventful and crazy season, and all the […]
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Episode 194: NIL Deals & Transfer Portal
Episode 194: NIL Deals and Transfer Portal In this episode of The Farm System podcast: Where have we been? Let us tell you! Listen in as the boys recap Joey’s adventures to the Pac 12 Softball tournament, the Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City, NIL deals, Transfer Portal talks, and a...
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Episode 193: Baseball Today
Episode 193: Baseball Today In this episode of “The Farm System” podcast, Joey and Kodee discuss the current happenings in the world of baseball. They dive into topics such as Mookie Betts’ outstanding performance, the dynamics of the Dodgers lineup, and the success of players like Will Smith and...
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Episode 192: Stick The Finish
Episode 192: Stick The Finish In this episode, Joey Cunha and Kodee Martin dive into the topic of “Sticking the finish” in baseball. They discuss the importance of understanding the concepts, the misconceptions surrounding it, and how it relates to efficiency and force transmission in hitting.…
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Episode 191: The More You Know, The More You Realize You Don’t Know
Episode 191: The More You Know, The More You Realize You Don’t Know In this episode, the Joey & Kodee dive into a reflective conversation about the complexities of coaching and skill development. They share personal experiences and insights, discussing the evolution of their coaching styles and…
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Episode 190: Coming of Age
Episode 190: Coming of Age In this episode, we delved into the topic of aging and personal growth. Joey & Taylor share their perspectives on how their experiences have added color and depth to their lives over the years. They reflect on their college experiences, highlight the differences in…
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Episode 189: Taking A Hitter Apart
Episode 189: Taking A Hitter Apart In this podcast episode, Joey & Kodee discuss the upcoming baseball season and the challenges that players face as they prepare for it. They emphasize the importance of understanding the context in which players come for training, such as the timing of the…
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Episode 188: Welcome Dan McCarty
Episode 188: Welcome Dan McCarty In this episode we bring in college coach, Las Vegas native, and current student of ministry Dan McCarty. Coaching for over 5 years, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge and curiosity everywhere he goes. Inspired by his faith, he believes that everything you do is...
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Episode 187: Just Faith – Your Foundation In God
Episode 187: Just Faith – Your Foundation In God Greatness is missed in the small details. Your foundation in your faith is vital to your journey as a child of God. In this episode, we take a step back to appreciate what an amazing God we serve and how we can use our daily practices […]
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Episode 186: When In Texas with Bobby Tewksbary
Episode 186: When In Texas with Bobby Tewksbary In this special episode we are joined by Bobby Tewkbary in his home in Austin, Texas to discuss the recent 2024 American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) convention, training, and the evolution of the business in baseball. Sit down with Bobby and...
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Episode 185: Coordination, Strength and Hitting – Developing Your Athlete’s CNS
Episode 185: Coordination, Strength and Hitting – Developing Your Athlete’s CNS Sit down and talk shop with “The Farm System,” the ultimate podcast for baseball & softball coaches and aspiring players looking to elevate their game. Join our hosts, Joey Cunha & Kodee Martin, swing experts,...
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Episode 184: Know Your Why
Episode 184: Know Your Why feat. Paige Sinicki Join us as we welcome special guest to the podcast, Paige Sinicki! Paige is the short stop at the University of Oregon softball, Las Vegas native, and current Farm Athlete. Sit down with Joey & Paige as they discuss leadership, relationships, and...
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Episode 183 Just Faith: The Walk With God
Episode 183 Just Faith: The Walk With God The enemy always wants you focused on when you fall short, but Jesus always wants you focused on Him. The enemy uses this strategy to pull us away from God by getting us to focus on all the areas where we feel struggle. Where are you with […]
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Episode 182: Ground Forces & Hitting
Episode 182: Transferring force doesn’t mean weight shift. Ground force isn’t once force. Hitting, as exciting as it can be, can be simple but also more complex than we will ever know. Join Joey and Kodee as they deep dive into the realm of force plate and ground force data in the swing! You can […]
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Episode 181: Let’s Talk Water Bags
Episode 181: You’ve seen them on social media, but what do you know about them? In this special episode, Joey and Steve sit down and talk The Farm Water Bags. The benefits of training water go from specific training adaptations and challenging joint stability & posture. While the load is very...
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Episode 180: Welcome Aboard Steve Candelaria
Episode 180: Welcome Aboard Steve CandelariaIn this special episode, Joey sits down and talks shop with our new Strength & Condition Director Steve Candelaria! Steve comes to us from the Oakland Athletics where he served as the Major League Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach. Get to know...
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Episode 179: Just Faith – Faith vs Optimism
Episode 179: Just Faith – Faith vs Optimism In this special episode with Joey and Jurell, we dive into the concept of Faith vs Optimism. What is the difference between the two and how we go about expressing God’s word throughout our walk in life. Following God will often make you look crazy. God…
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Episode 177: Just Faith – Are You Perfect?
Episode 177: Just Faith – Are You Perfect? Are you perfect? In this special episode with Joey & Jurell we go over the idea of perfectionism and what it actually is. Like out Lord Savior, we live to serve others in their walk with Christ. If we only treat our friends well how are we […]
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Episode 176: You Either Got It or You Don’t
Episode 176: You Either Got It or You Don’t You ever heard the saying, “You Either Got It or You Don’t?” That can be far from the truth. The beginning of knowledge is the journey and understanding of where the game should be going. Entry level is pointing every player you impact in a better […]
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Episode 175: Losing & Receiving Confidence
Episode 175: Losing & Receiving Confidence Your swing isn’t a destination; it’s a journey. There are multiple ways to receive confidence and there are multiple ways it can be taken away from you. In this episode, we go in-depth on where our confidence comes from within ourselves. You can access…
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Episode 174: Evolving In Your Environment
Episode 174: Evolving In Your Environment The game of baseball and softball is ever-changing. It is our duty as leaders and coaches to keep up with the evolution of the game and be open to new methods of training. This includes insight on our new product launch: Heavy Ball! You can access all of […]
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Episode 173: Joey & Kodee do a Q&A
Episode 173: Joey and Kodee Do A Q&A Giving you guys the answers YOU want! After receiving countless DM’s from you guys on different questions about hitting, playing, coaching, the body, etc. We decided to dive into our thoughts and experiences to answer the questions you guys have for us! You…
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Welcome to The Farm System Podcast, your home for baseball & softball player development. Join us as we explore the strategies and techniques that lead to peak performance on & off the field. We tackle various topics like mental health, time management, relationships, and spirituality. Tune in for a well-rounded discussion about preparing for success in, not only sports, but life!
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