The Players’ Tribune: R2C2
by The Players Tribune
Two ‘R’s. Two ‘C’s. Two friends with a Star Wars obsession and four days of down time between starts. Thus, a podcast is born. Join Yankees’ pitcher CC Sabathia and media personality Ryan Ruocco as they bring fans inside the mind of one of MLB’s most successful and durable performers. Recorded in-season and exclusively between CC's days on the mound, you never know who will enter the bullpen as the duo discuss sports, music, culture and more.
Episodes
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Opening Day Mailbag
Opening Day is upon us, and that has Ryan and CC very excited for the latest installment of R2C2. The guys are joined for their final show in Tampa by some of their friends, who all tell a few behind-the-scenes stories that you may not have heard. Ryan and CC also discuss some final spring…
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On Base with Brett Gardner
In this week’s edition of R2C2, Ryan and CC welcome the longest tenured Yankee and clubhouse prankster, Brett Gardner. Gardy reminisces on his journey from walking-on at College of Charleston to grinding through the minors to becoming a leader on the Yankees. He delves into his close relationship...
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In the Chambers with DJ Aaron Judge
R2C2 continues its Spring Training episodes with a BIG guest as Ryan and CC are joined by American League Rookie of the Year, Aaron Judge. They discuss what Aaron’s first year in the big leagues was like, how he’s adjusted to having people recognize him on the streets and how cool it is to be the...
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Trying on the Pinstripes with Russell Wilson
This week R2C2 is giving the people exactly what they want as CC’s newest teammate and Super Bowl winning quarterback, Russell Wilson, joins to the show to discuss what he’s up to at Yankee camp this week. They also discuss Russell’s early baseball years, how the sport helps him in football, and…
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Bonus Episode: The Players' Tribune Presents My Generation with Paul Pierce
This week R2C2 takes a break to present a special bonus episode highlighting a new short-run Players’ Tribune short-run audio series, My Generation. In the spirit of no-nonsense sports talk from the player’s perspective, Ryan and CC hand off the mic to Paul Pierce, who, after 19 years in the NBA,...
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CC is Tampa-Bound
On Tuesday, pitchers and catchers officially reported to their teams, which means that it’s time for R2C2’s 2018 Spring Training Preview. In this episode, Ryan and CC touch on a number of baseball-related topics, including a normal day for a player at spring training, and how pumped CC is to play...
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In the Legends Suite with Desus & Mero
In this edition of R2C2, Ryan and CC head back to VICELAND to record on the set of Desus and Mero with the two late-night show hosts, Desus Nice and The Kid Mero. These brash Bronx natives discuss how they came together and how their podcast, Bodega Boys, became a popular TV show, including…
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Inside Baseball with Harold Reynolds and Matt Vasgersian
R2C2 took a trip to MLB Network this week so that Ryan and CC could talk to former MLB player and current analyst Harold Reynolds, as well as the new voice of Sunday Night Baseball, Matt Vasgersian. The four discuss the lack of free-agent signings this winter, their predictions for the upcoming...
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In it for the long run with Carlos Beltran
This week Ryan and CC are joined by 2017 World Series champ and former Yankee Carlos Beltran. Carlos retells stories of guiding Aaron Judge, helping Didi Gregorius hit against lefties, and what it was like to play as a visitor at Yankee Stadium this past postseason. CC and Carlos share stories...
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For Siths and Giggles: A Last Jedi Review
*SPOILER ALERT*. R2C2’s The Last Jedi recap is finally here! Ryan and CC are joined by ESPN personality and Star Wars guru Amin Elhassan, who flew in from Los Angeles just to tape this recap. From reacting to discovering Rey’s parents, to Kylo Ren’s villain role, to predicting what is coming…
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It's Just the Two of Us… Now What?
This week, Ryan and CC have a one-on-one discussion that covers a variety of topics. They open the show by talking about last weekend’s NFL playoff games — explaining why SpongeBob was involved in CC missing the Vikings’ crazy victory over the Saints, and identifying the best Super Bowl host…
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Coming of Age with Caris LeVert
R2C2 takes a trip to Brooklyn to talk hoops with young Nets star, Caris LeVert. CC, Ryan and Caris touch on a number of hot NBA topics, look at how Brooklyn has changed into an organization known for their culture, and address the challenges faced by young athletes. Caris also shares some of his...
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New Year, New Season ... Who Dis?
R2C2 returns from the holidays — and from a major re-signing announcement — with a new look and renewed energy. Ryan and CC play catch-up, discussing their new logo and breaking down CC’s return for one more year with the Yankees. CC’s excitement for the upcoming season is apparent in the way he...
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Tall Tales and Giant Personalities with Michael Strahan
This week Ryan and CC welcome Super Bowl champion and sports personality Michael Strahan for a trip down memory lane. Michael shares some colorful moments from his 15-year career, including the 2007 Super Bowl and David Tyree’s improbable catch. Michael and CC also chat about bringing…
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Knicks, Kicks and Cuisine with Action Bronson
Just in time for Thanksgiving, Ryan and CC are back with another installment of R2C2, chopping it up with rapper and former chef, Action Bronson. The episode was recorded on the set of Bronson’s new television show at Vice studios in Brooklyn, where Ryan, CC and Action break bread and dive deep...
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Jerry Ferrara talks Power and Entourage, and the future of the Knicks
CC and Ryan are back as R2C2 welcomes actor Jerry Ferrara to the show. The trio talk about Ferrara’s work on the Starz series Power, what it’s like to be killed off on a television show (2:20), and which Entourage actors are most like their television alter egos (27:28). Ferrera also reflects on...
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Alex Rodriguez Loosens the Reins ... a little
This week Fox Sports analyst, Yankees great and friend of the program Alex Rodriguez sits down with Ryan and CC for a heavy dose of candid conversation and baseball nerdery. Alex speaks openly about his journey from being a baseball pariah to the public’s good graces, and waxes poetic about Didi...
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2017 Yankees Season Recap = Bonus Episode!!
They’re back! After a great run in the postseason, CC returns to breathe life into R2C2 as the duo does a deep dive on the 2017 Yankees season. Ryan and CC talk ALCS loss, CC answers listener questions, relives his favorite moments of the season and shares his thoughts of on playing with Joe...
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For the Record, CC Ghosted Andy Pettitte Too
The Yanks are back in the postseason and R2C2 is back in the driver’s seat. Back in July, CC and Ryan traveled to Houston and sat down with former New York pitcher Andy Pettitte. Andy and CC traded pitching bits of pitching wisdom, and Andy shared his thoughts on what it will take for the latest...
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Thumbs-Down, Yanks Up: A Yankees Playoff Preview
What’s that? Playoffs you say? The Yankees’ faithful should never doubt that R2C2 has their best interests at heart. We’re back with a special bonus episode and playoff preview. CC shares his excitement about the young team’s chemistry and about how well equipped the club is to handle the...
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Michael Rapaport Tears S*** Down
This episode delivers exactly what it promises. Actor, author and sports fan Michael Rapaport joins R2C2 at Yankee Stadium, and the results are both raunchy and hilarious. Along with Ryan and CC, he discusses fantasy football reputations, and the team cultures that pervade both sports and film.…
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Time Travel with Jay Williams
Once upon a time R2C2 was only a fledgling idea in the minds of two ambitious friends. The NBA playoffs were just getting started when Ryan and CC reached out to The Players’ Tribune about their idea for a podcast. They knew that their chemistry had the potential to make them a great on-air team…
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Didi Gregorius + Aaron Hicks = Bonus Episode!
Fresh off a bench-clearing brawl in Detroit, and gunning for first place in the AL East, these Yankees give you a little taste of what it’s like inside the clubhouse. Didi and Aaron join the R2C2 crew as they recap the Motor City melee, get ready for another epic series against the Red Sox and...
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Nobody Wants to Play Catch with Dellin Betances
The All-Star Yankees reliever sat down with us back in May. At the time, the Yankees were hosting the Kansas City Royals and a Warriors-Cavs NBA Finals seemed all but inevitable. Dellin joined R2C2 to talk brotherly love with CC, the joys of his new marriage and the reasons why he prefers relief...
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Fat Joe Is So Excited!
This week we're back in the Bronx with hometown hero and hip-hop legend, Fat Joe. Fresh off a birthday bash at which he broke his latest song, “So Excited,” Joe joins us to talk about chance meetings with Phil Rizzuto, and lessons in fat-guy confidence that he learned from Biggie, Big Punisher…
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From Oaktown to H-Town with Jeff Van Gundy
This time the dynamic duo pays a visit to Houston and chats with former NBA coach and current ESPN commentator Jeff Van Gundy. Jeff and CC discuss their Bay Area roots, the Oakland Coliseum and the bright future that awaits the Raiders in Las Vegas. They also do a deep dive on Phil Jackson and…
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WNBA All-Star Weekend + Sue Bird = Killer Bonus Episode!
Bonus Episode!!! We're taking this show on the road! 10-time WNBA All-Star Sue Bird joins the crew as R2C2 takes Seattle by storm. (Yes, our puns are crazy. You're welcome.) The trio talk hoops, Sue's fabled relationship with Nick Carter, gender biases and how no one bothered to ask about Megan...
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That time that CC ghosted Derek Jeter
What better way to kick off a podcast with the The Players’ Tribune than an interview with the captain himself? Derek Jeter joins CC & Ryan to talk Yankees legacy, his golf game and retirement while our hosts flex their knowledge of Game of Thrones. Derek adds to his legend with an elaborate tale...
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Teaser Episode
R2C2 begins Wednesday July 12th with special guest Derek Jeter.
About this show
Two ‘R’s. Two ‘C’s. Two friends with a Star Wars obsession and four days of down time between starts. Thus, a podcast is born.
Join Yankees’ pitcher CC Sabathia and media personality Ryan Ruocco as they bring fans inside the mind of one of MLB’s most successful and durable performers.
Recorded in-season and exclusively between CC's days on the mound, you never know who will enter the bullpen as the duo discuss sports, music, culture and more.
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