The Up & In Show

Anthony Ranaudo sits down with Washington DC sports reporter and baseball analyst Savannah McCann to break down one of the most thought-provoking stories in baseball right now — why elite SEC hitters are struggling to make the jump to the major leagues. Savannah shares her incredible journey from general sports reporter to one of baseball's sharpest analytical minds, covering the Washington Nationals' historic 2019 World Series run, writing for Baseball America, and now running her own Substack diving deep into baseball data and player development. Together, Anthony and Savannah unpack her viral article on Dylan Cruz being optioned to Triple-A, the growing gap between SEC baseball and MLB hitting development, why pitchers have a massive technology advantage over hitters, and what teams need to do differently to develop their top prospects. 🔔 Subscribe for more baseball analytics, prospect talk, and insider conversations with people who love the game. 📖 Find Savannah's Substack and all her work @SAVJAYE on all social platforms. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro 02:00 – How Baseball Found Savannah McCann 08:00 – Covering the 2019 Nationals World Series Run 14:00 – Working for Baseball America & Prospect Rankings 22:00 – The Dylan Cruz Article That Started It All 32:00 – The SEC-to-MLB Development Gap Explained 42:00 – Pitching Labs vs. Hitting Development: The Technology Divide 52:00 – Player Expectations & How Teams Are Setting Prospects Up to Fail 58:00 – Where to Find Savannah McCann

Broder Khaki is the top-rated catcher in Michigan, a Vanderbilt commit, and a potential first-round MLB Draft prospect — and he’s only entering his junior year of high school. In this episode of the Up & In Show, we sit down at the Stevens Complex in Troy, Michigan, to talk about: • Being recruited by UCLA in 8th grade• Catching MLB pitchers as a middle schooler• Committing to Duke early — and reopening his recruitment• Why Vanderbilt baseball was the perfect fit• Elite catcher development and the evolution of one-knee catching• The discipline, recovery, and training habits separating top prospects• Handling recruiting pressure at 14 years old• Michigan high school baseball and Brother Rice culture• MLB Draft vs college decisions Broder shares the real story behind his rise — from spring training trips with his dad to working with pro players, building maturity beyond his years, and preparing for both a state championship run and a future at Vanderbilt. If you’re a parent navigating recruiting, a high school player chasing college baseball, or someone who wants to understand what separates elite prospects — this episode is for you. 📍 Filmed at Stevens Complex – Troy, Michigan⚾ Brother Rice High School Baseball🎓 Vanderbilt Baseball Commit🔥 Top Catcher in Michigan Subscribe for more conversations with elite prospects, pro players, and coaches breaking down what it really takes to reach the next level. #UpAndInShow #VanderbiltBaseball #MLBDraft #HighSchoolBaseball #MichiganBaseball

Bob Riker never planned on being a coach — and certainly never imagined becoming one of the most respected high school baseball coaches in the country. In this episode of Up & In, host Anthony Ranaudo sits down with Bob Riker, longtime head baseball coach at Brother Rice High School in Michigan, to unpack the journey behind one of the most successful programs in the state. From his own playing days, to getting drafted by the Tigers, to being told it was “his time to give back,” Riker explains how culture, standards, and people — not wins — became the foundation of everything he built. They talk: Growing up in Michigan and finding baseball late Playing multiple sports and being a late bloomer Getting drafted by the Tigers and what pro ball taught him Why mentorship shaped his entire coaching philosophy Building Brother Rice’s culture through accountability and tough love Playing freshmen, earning roles, and ignoring “status” Why developing people matters more than chasing championships “Leave it better than you found it” — and what that actually looks like If you’re a coach, parent, or player looking for real lessons on leadership, development, and building something that lasts — this episode delivers. Subscribe for more baseball conversations, player development, and leadership stories from inside the game. #UpAndInShow #BaseballPodcast

Derrick Eddington’s journey doesn’t look like the typical prospect story — and that’s exactly why it matters. In this episode of Up & In, host Anthony Ranaudo sits down with Derrick Eddington, a Tampa Bay Rays pitching prospect from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (“Yooper” roots), to unpack the long road: small-town life, family and brotherhood, injuries and setbacks, indie ball grind, and the turning points that helped him unlock elite velocity — all the way up to touching 100 MPH and earning his shot in affiliated baseball. They talk: Growing up in the UP (and the perspective it builds) Being a basketball-first athlete + a brutal wrist injury JUCO to D2, shoulder surgery, and rebuilding from scratch The indie ball ladder (USPBL / Frontier League) and getting noticed The moment the radar flashed 100 What “pro” really means: daily intention, routines, and recovery The mindset shift Derrick wants this year: consistency + moving on fast after a bad outing If you’re a player, parent, coach, or fan who loves the behind-the-scenes reality of development — this one’s for you. Subscribe for more baseball conversations, player development, and pro mindset episodes. #UpAndInShow #BaseballPodcast

Youth baseball injuries are rising — and Tommy John surgery is no longer just a Major League problem. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Frank Alexander, longtime collaborator of Dr. Christopher Ahmad, head team physician for the New York Yankees, to break down the real state of UCL injuries in baseball — from Little League to the Major Leagues. We cover: Why UCL injuries and Tommy John surgeries are skyrocketing in youth pitchers The mental and psychological toll of elbow injuries (including PTSD-like symptoms after surgery) Why velocity obsession, showcases, and TrackMan culture are hurting long-term development The difference between Tommy John surgery, UCL repair, and internal brace procedures How seasonal timing, career timing, and development windows should guide rehab decisions Why distance-based throwing and elbow torque matter more than radar gun numbers How parents, coaches, and athletes should approach rehab, showcases, and long-term health This conversation is essential for baseball parents, pitchers, coaches, athletic trainers, and sports medicine professionals who want to understand how injuries actually happen — and how to prevent career-ending mistakes. 🎧 Topics include: Tommy John surgery explained, youth baseball pitching injuries, UCL rehab timelines, sports psychology in baseball, velocity vs health, pitching development, and modern baseball sports medicine.

Former professional pitcher and elite development coach Mike Steele joins Anthony Ranaudo on the Up And In Show for one of the most honest conversations on player development you’ll hear. Raised in Michigan and guided by his grandfather, Mike’s journey took him from junior college baseball to Central Michigan, into professional baseball with the Detroit Tigers, and eventually into coaching at every level — college, professional organizations, and now as a leader in player development at Stevens Complex. In this episode, Mike breaks down:What actually separates players who make it from those who don’tWhy developing the person matters more than mechanics aloneLessons learned from coaching inside MLB organizations (Pirates, Guardians, Yankees pipeline influence)The balance between old-school coaching and modern analytics, biomechanics, and motor learningWhy resilience, discipline, and mindset still beat talent aloneThis is a masterclass in pitching development, coaching philosophy, and leadership, and a must-watch for players, parents, and coaches who want to understand what the next level really demands. 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with elite athletes, coaches, and leaders inside the game.

Former MLB reliever Paul Fry sits down with Anthony Ranaudo for an incredible deep-dive into one of the most underrated journeys to the big leagues. Fry opens up about growing up in Waterford, Michigan, barely playing baseball until high school, choosing JUCO over small-school football offers, and the moment his career almost fell apart after becoming academically ineligible. This episode covers: How Fry went from outfielder → late-blooming pitcher Why he never planned on being drafted The JUCO adversity that completely changed his life Working at a gas station while trying to earn his way back What scouts actually saw in him His draft story with the Seattle Mariners Being told he’d pitch in the big leagues — and proving it Developing as a left-handed reliever and rising through the minors The mindset behind being an underdog and believing in yourself Whether you're a JUCO athlete, a late bloomer, or someone grinding to make it in baseball, this conversation is one of the most authentic and inspiring stories you’ll hear. 🎙 Up & In Show with Anthony Ranaudo Talking baseball, life, development, adversity, and everything in between. #PaulFry #MLBStories #UpAndInShow #BaseballPodcast #AnthonyRanaudo

LSU Pitching Coach Nate Yeskie joined Anthony Ranaudo on The Up and In Show to talk about the mindset, confidence, and culture within one of the most demanding pitching staffs in the country. They covered it all — the standard of excellence it takes to survive in the SEC, the emotional and mental battles pitchers go through, and how LSU has built a locker room full of resilient competitors.Yeskie name-dropped key arms like William Schmidt and Kade Anderson, and shared his perspective on their growth this season. He also talked about coaching Paul Skenes, what he looks for in developing young pitchers, and the leadership he's seen emerge from this 2025 staff.Anthony, a former LSU and MLB pitcher himself, related personally to the struggle of building conviction and confidence on the mound — and how difficult that can be, especially in high-pressure environments like the SEC.This episode is a deep dive into what it really takes to compete at the highest level in college baseball, mentally and physically. A must-listen for players, coaches, and fans alike.🔗 Subscribe for more player and coach interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@UpAndInShow 🌐 Visit Anthony’s website: https://anthonyranaudo.coUse code RANAUDO on Pikkit: https://pikkit.co#LSUBaseball #NateYeskie #AnthonyRanaudo

Former LSU ace and Washington Nationals pitcher Cole Henry joins The Up And In Show to talk through his baseball journey—from the heights of Alex Box Stadium to making his Major League debut. In this episode, Anthony Ranaudo and Cole dive into:His time at LSU and what it taught him Making it to the Big LeaguesNavigating injury setbacks and surgeryThe mental challenge of transitioning from a starter to a relieverWhat it was like playing pro ball during COVIDThis one is packed with insight for athletes, fans, and anyone navigating adversity. Subscribe and tune in every week for real stories from real athletes.🎙 Subscribe to The Up And In Show: https://www.youtube.com/@UpAndInShow?sub_confirmation=1 💰 Follow Anthony’s daily picks on Pikkit — Use code: RANAUDO https://pikkit.app.link/RANAUDO #UpAndInShow #ColeHenry #LSUBaseball #MLBPodcast

In this episode of The Up & In Show, former MLB pitcher Anthony Ranaudo sits down with Mike Olson, a hyper-focused sports card artist whose incredible work is taking the collectibles world by storm. 🎨⚾ Mike shares his inspiring journey—how getting laid off pushed him to pursue art full-time with the support of his wife, how he commissions sports card paintings and sketches, and why his detail-oriented process makes his pieces highly valuable to collectors in The Hobby. They also dive into: ✅ The story behind the Josh Jung Captain America card 🇺🇸 ✅ How he created the Bryce Harper card to commemorate his 300th home run 💥 ✅ The influence of Matt Strahm’s card show on his career ✅ The importance of art in sports card collecting 🎨🏆 📌 Connect with Mike Olson for commissioned pieces at mikeolsonart.com 📲 Follow him on IG: @mikeolsonart 📺 Watch now & hear how art and sports collide in this must-listen episode! Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more interviews with the biggest names in sports, collectibles, and culture. 🚀 #TheHobby #SportsArt #BaseballCards #BryceHarper #JoshJung #MLB #TheUpAndInShow #CardCollecting #ArtCollecting #MikeOlsonArt #AnthonyRanaudo #BaseballArt

Rivers Hughey is a marketing and digital media strategists as well as an Evolve trainer. She talks abouther background in public relations and broadcasting and how it helped her get into the radio business. She talks about how she has always been strong in connecting with others and using healthy methods to find joy. Tune into this episode of The Up And In Show with Anthony Ranaudo to hear more.2:30 rivers intro/background - from Starkville so she’s a Ms state fan 5 rivers talks about staying in Louisiana longer than expected and Anthony talks about not fitting in anywhere bc he’s been here longer than jersey but doesn’t identify as southern7:30 more of rivers background, studying pr and broadcasting, not expecting to use her broadcasting classes in her career8:40 rivers talks about her path to her career. Moved to br with husband, started doing marketing for a law firm. Quit bc she didn’t enjoy it. “I hate the thing I’m supposed to do. What do I do now?” Continues with her different stops, talking about taking on every opportunity “fun and interesting time”, learning strengths and weaknesses12:45 talks about stumbling into radio gig, joked to the station about being hired then they actually hired her14:30 river talks about being an empath and being strong at connecting people and being excited to help people16 Anthony and rivers talk changing ideas of success, not having to commit to one career and stick to it17:30 funny clip about rivers dealing with fomo. Anthony talks about “jomo” (joy of missing out) and being happy to stay home. They go back and forth about being able to say no.21 - taking those little breaks and saying no allows you to reset and perform at a high level22 her goal when she coaches people is that when they walk out the door they feel better. They might not be much stronger or faster or more in shape but they just feel better and relaxed24:30 the best marketing is giving people a good experience26 Anthony talks about a key to buddhism being finding joy through healthy methods and how it’s so simple to just provide people with a positive experience through positive things like cards or exercise 29 they talk about imposter syndrome and self deprecation and being able to get away from those feelings32 funny story about someone coming up to her at sec media days who said “you just look like someone I should know bc everyone is stopping to talk to you” and she deflected it to be humble and needs to learn to embrace that more34:30 she’s not a huge sports person, but her parents were huge sports fans and she grew up traveling to minor league games instead of disneyworld36 t Bob and Hester were live at sec media days and Roman Harper walks up. Rivers was star struck and then Roman started helping her out with producing the show and tracking down guests38 rivers talks about where to find her. She promos her gym, evolve, and the different classes she teaches. Reframing women to feel good about their bodies and not feel the need to conform to stereotypical expectations of female bodies. Also teaches at other studios42 the joy of equipping people with the knowledge and skills to live a healthy life44 Anthony talks about doing an entire workout with water in his mouth

Whitney Breaux is a global marketing and brand launch strategist. She talks about getting out of state to see the world and growing within a company. She talks about her passion and visions lining up and having an undeniable mindset. Tune into this episode of The Up And In Show with Anthony Ranaudo to hear more.5:00 – getting out of state is so important to see the world6:30 — mindset of seeing the world and learning10:45 — growing within a company & the grind13:00 — passion & vision lining up , being good and being lucky15:00 — undeniable mindset18:00 — breast cancer story25:00 — Day 18 Campaign30:00 — generation differences32:30 — being BOLD and badass

Renard Thomas is owner of NardFit Elite. He talks about how he got into fitness and how he had to change his mindset and lifetsyle. He talks about betting on himself and breaking barriers in fitness after he dropped out of college. Tune into this episode of The Up And In Show with Anthony Ranaudo to hear more.0:00- 5:00: Explain who he is/ college/ dropping out/ gym  6:30: Mom's advice/ proving to himself he made the right decision  7:30-8:45: Betting on himself 10:20: What he did after dropping out 11:15: Do more today than what did you yesterday quote12:50: How he got into fitness  16:30: Mindset/lifestyle  17:25: Breaking barriers in fitness  18:25 - 20:00: What type of coach/ choose good or choose great  20:30: F45 22:20: Marketing  23:10: Anthony  25:00: Nerding out about psychology  27:30: YouTube University  29:30: AI / laziness/ teaching yourself  32:20: How he should market/ don’t stand out you’ll get look over 39:00: Losing his first studio 44:00: Promo pass 

Steven Milam is an infielder for LSU baseball. He talks about the moment he knew he could play at LSU and how he had increased expectations after his break-out freshman year. Milam talks about his walk-off home run against South Carolina in the SEC tournament. Tune into this episode of The Up And In Show with Anthony Ranaudo to hear more.

Sara "D-D" Breaux is a legend at LSU, known for her relentlessness and determination in building the LSU Gymnastics program. Fighting for equality within women's college athletics, standing at Winn-Dixie to hand out LSU Gymnastics tickets and coaching some of the most prolific names in College Gymanstics are just a few of the things that make up D-D's legacy. Tune in to this episode of The Up And In Show with Anthony Ranaudo to learn more about one of the greatest to ever coach at LSU.#DDBreaux #LSUGymnastics #AnthonyRanaudo

This week, Anthony is joined by Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss, the dynamic beach volleyball duo from the 2024 Paris Olympics. Taryn and Kristen, who also have their own podcast, TKN, share their incredible experiences from the Olympic games. They open up about post-Olympic blues, unforgettable experiences like LeBron James cheering them on in the pouring rain, and their exciting plans regarding the future of their beach volleyball careers. Tune in to hear more about their Olympic highlights and a glimpse of what's next for them.

Anthony sits down with Abby Alonzo to catch up on a busy couple of months for Cards and Culture, as well as Culture Media. Anthony reveals the latest news on his MASSIVE project, The Players' Dealer, which has already worked with the likes of Josh Jung and Mike Trout. Abby talks about the start of her card collection, which began while travelling with Anthony and the crew to The National and other major conventions. Anthony recaps his experience at Veecon and shares some BIG news involving a partnership with Fanatics.

Back with another Up and In Show !! In a new space with a special guest, Robbie Olivier. Olivier holds a lot of roles and talks about his journey into leading a successful business, how he is a natural born leader and how he got into baseball. Join Anthony Ranaundo as he connects with Robbie to learn more about his shortcomings, happy moments, and more! #podcast #Robertolivier #baseball #anthonyranaudo

New Orleans natives Calley Blue and Megan Davenport have each carved unique paths to social media success.In 2022, Blue posted a video "attempting" to make a Thanksgiving turkey which garnered more than 20 million views. She used that video to forge a new career as a local food and culture influencer, showcasing New Orleans cuisine to over a million TikTok followers.Davenport became a certified financial advisor while playing beach volleyball at LSU. While still working in finance, she also travels the world, sharing her adventures with her social media following.In this episode, Anthony talks to Calley and Megan about their journeys, their friendship, the perception of social media influencers and much more!You can find Calley and Megan on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/calley_blue/ https://www.instagram.com/megdav_travels/The Up & In Show did experience slight technical difficulties during the recording of this episode. We apologize for the audio quality at the very end of the video, and we thank you for tuning in! #CalleyBlue #MeganDavenport #anthonyranaudo #podcast #travel #food #influencers #neworleans

Lizzie Roussel began diving at nine years old and received a diving scholarship to LSU. This New Zealand Natice won a bronze medal at the 2023 World Oceania Aquatics Championship and placed 14th at the 2023 World Championships. She was the first New Zealand Diver to compete at the Olympics in 24 years when she placed in the 3-meter event in Rio on her 18th birthday. On this episode of The Up And In Show, Anthony Ranaudo talks to Roussel about her career, how she handles being a woman in sports, and more!

Miss LSU 2024 Nikhia Sims joins Anthony Ranaudo, who actually judged the 2024 Miss LSU Pageant put on by Delta Zeta, to talk about growing up in the pageant world, the struggles of social media and being authentic and what she has planned as she represents LSU for the next year, including throwing out the first pitch at an LSU Baseball game. Tune in to learn all about Miss LSU!#MissLSU #AnthonyRanaudo #TheUpAndInShow

Keith Hornsby, a former LSU Men's Basketball Player and Pro Basketball Player for Surne Bilbao Basket joins Anthony Ranaudo on The Up and In Show. Tune in to get all the inside scoop about Hornsby's journey in the professional basketball world, team chemistry, and more!

Theresa Plaisance, a Louisiana Native; former LSU WBB and Las Vegas Aces Player joins Anthony Ranaudo on The Up and In Show. Tune in to get all the inside scoop about Plaisance's journey in the professional basketball world, favorite foods, and more... Also be on the lookout for a Pt.2 !

Decoy is a Baton Rouge-based heavy metal band that formed in 2017. The band plays shows across the region and attempts to write music about personal experiences that resonate with listeners. Singer Jonah Smith and drummer Lucien Champton became friends in high school and worked on several different projects before teaming up to start Decoy. On this episode of The Up & In Show, they sit down with Anthony Ranaudo to discuss their musical backgrounds, style and ambitions. Lucien and Jonah dive into what inspires their original music, as well as the process of creating a song. They also touch on their upcoming show on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the Set It Off Festival in Baton Rouge. While the show is sold out, 50 tickets will be available at the door.

Lacey Jane Brown is a sports content creator and social media influencer taking the sports media industry by storm. She's built her platform from the ground up and has found herself doing work for ESPN and Sports Illustrated, as well as covering big sporting events like the Superbowl and the NFL Draft. Lacey Jane Brown also broke the Guinness World Record for most NFL games attended in a singular season. On this episode of The Up And In Show, Anthony Ranaudo talks to Brown about her career, how she handles being a woman in sports and how she's managed to build her personal brand.#LaceyJaneBrown #TheUpAndInShow #AnthonyRanaudo

This week, Princeton Malbrue, LSU Linebacker, joined Anthony on the purple couch. Malbrue talks about Brian Kelly giving him a full ride scholarship. In this episode, the DE talks family, faith, NIL and more. Tune in to hear more about Malbrue and his plans going into this upcoming season.

Anthony Ranaudo sat with the founder of Fresh Chef Kitchen, a meal-prep company in Baton Rouge, Louisiana that works with plenty of LSU athletes and influencers. Fresh Chef Kitchen is a personal chef service re-imagined. The rotating weekly meal menu features dishes inspired by cuisine from all over the world. Everything served is prepared fresh specifically for orders using the highest quality ingredients, fresh produce, house made sauces, and expertly prepared proteins.

Anthony was joined this week by LSU Men's Basketball guard Cam Carter, who recently transferred from Kansas State. Last season, Cam averaged 4.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.6 assists. After playing at both Mississippi State and Kansas State, Cam has returned home to play for the Tigers. Tune in to hear all about the role basketball holds in Cam's life and what led him to play at LSU. #lsu #lsubasketball #camcarter

This week, Izzy Besselman, a sophomore on LSU's Women's Basketball team, joined Anthony on the purple couch. Following her second season making it to the final four, Besselman talks about her experience winning a national championship as a freshman. In this episode, Besselman shares her recruitment story, working with LSU Women's Basketball Coach Kim Mulkey, and her mindset for next season. #lsuwomensbasketball #lsu #kimmulkey

This week, CJ Daniels Jr., a transfer graduate student from Liberty University, joined Anthony on the purple couch. Following an outstanding season with 1,067 yards, Daniels entered the portal to get closer to his dream of playing in the NFL. Daniels is now playing as a wide receiver for the Tigers at LSU. In this episode, Daniels brings attention to epilepsy awareness and how his faith has led him to where he is today. Tune in to hear more about Daniels and his goals this upcoming season in Death Valley. #lsufootball #lsu #secfootball

Anthony sat down on the purple couch this week for a catch-up episode. Anthony talks about building his company by bringing people happiness and the struggles that come with success. Tune in to hear about the grand re-opening of Cards and Culture on May 11, the future of Culture Media, and a special thanks to our sponsors.

This week, Anthony Ranaudo ditched the purple couch for zoom to meet with Matt Williams, Writer for VSiN Live. They talked all things sports betting including strategies, the effects of gambling on sports and more. Tune in!

Mya Monet is the founder of Monet Wear, a streetwear brand that values authenticity and using your voice in the world. Growing up, she enjoyed making art but saw it as a hobby rather than a future career. After 3 years as a chemical engineering major, she decided that she was not passionate about what she was learning. In 2023 she started her apparel company and leaned into her true passion. Her background leading up to where she is today probably isn't what you're expecting, so tune in to hear it from Mya herself.

Trey Ledbetter is the owner of Pro Dreams, an auction company providing a variety of sports memorabilia and art. Trey recently filmed The Blox, an entrepreneurial game show on Amazon created by Wes Bergmann. Trey talks about how he's partnered with the New Orleans Saints and LSU Tigers for many of their events, what it's like working with athletes like Dalton Hilliard, Ricky Jackson and Dylan Crews, and sheds light on what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. To sum it up - he quote Mike Tyson saying, "Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face." Tune in to this week's episode of The Up And In Show with Anthony Ranaudo for some great business insight.

Anthony Ranaudo was joined by Ali Newland, a senior outfielder on the LSU Softball team to talk about her softball career and the work it has taken to be the player she is today. Growing up in a small town outside of Atlanta, Georgia with a dad who played college baseball, she's prepared her whole life to play college softball. From college visits in middle school, going to the field to practice at 10pm when her dad got off of work, and even mock media days with her dad and brother, Ali has put in immense work from a young age to be in the position she is today. Playing for a current #7 ranked college softball team takes immense sacrifice but in this episode, Ali shares the rewards that outweigh everything. #lsusoftball #alinewland #secsoftball

Former LSU Cheerleader Shannon Coulon and former LSU gymnast Sarah Edwards joined Anthony Ranaudo on the purple couch this week to talk about life after being an LSU athlete. The two co-founded Stripes Social, which is a networking organization for LSU athletes and young professionals in Baton Rouge. They joined Dr. Amanda Ledet who is very involved in NILSU to team up and give opportunities to LSU athletes that they may not have had. This week's episode dives into fear of failure and what it takes to be an entrepreneur at a young age. Tune in and check out clips from the episode @CultureMediaLA

The Savannah Bananas are on tour and they're one and only stop in a college stadium in none other than Alex Box Stadium! Of course, former LSU National Champion Anthony Ranaudo had to steal some time with Savannah Bananas Short Stop Ryan Cox. Ryan dives into how he became a Banana, what a day in the life of a Savannah Banana looks like, how the Savannah Bananas come up with their dances and some of the work that goes behind playing high-level baseball while also entertaining a huge crowd.#SavannahBananas #RyanCox #LSU

Valley Vision's host Abby Alonzo joined Anthony Ranaudo on the purple couch to discuss what to expect in the near future and how to overcome failure. 2023 LSU National Championship Baseball player, Cade Beloso, will join LSU Sports Reporter Abby Alonzo and former MLB player Anthony Ranaudo to host Culture Media's new show: Beyond the Box, a post-game segment for LSU Baseball that will be launching next week and continue throughout the season at Don Juan Cigar Bar and Modesto. #LSUBaseball #ValleyVision #LSU

https://www.hearthasnolimit.org/Anthony Ranaudo is joined by former LSU baseball player, Cole Freeman, and his partner in business, Brenden Hitzman. Anthony, Cole, and Brenden walk through Cole's upbringing and commitment to LSU, as well as the purpose behind their clothing line Heart Has No Limit. Cole and Brenden have such solid hearts and our incredibly purpose driven in their mission to help educate and encourage communities of people who have been historically left behind. We hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as we enjoyed having it!

Anthony Ranaudo goes solo this week with producer, Joe Mitchell, to talk about the LSU Women's basketball game vs South Carolina and where the LSU brand is heading. He also shows love to one of his employees, Mya Young, who started her own clothing "Monet Wear."

National Champions in Hip Hop and Third Place in Jazz, LSU Tiger Girls Jessie Mirabal, Darah Haidet, and Amani Williams join Anthony Ranaudo on this edition of The Up & In Show.Jessie and Darah talk about their experiences placing first, not only this past season, but also in 2022 with their edition of Like a Boy by Ciara. Amani speaks to what it means for her to be a sophomore on this team and what it means to be an LSU Tiger Girl.The girls talk about their time in Orlando and staying in a mansion during their stay, as well as the scoop behind why all the tiger girls made their instagram profile pictures dogs.

LSU Football legend, Jacob Hester, joins Anthony Ranaudo on The Up & In Show to discuss what it was like to be recruited by legendary LSU and Alabama Head Football Coach Nick Saban, some of his favorite memories of Coach Saban, playing football in the NFL, how much the support of his wife means to him, being a media personality in todays world of social media, the state of college football, and what LSU means to the state of Louisiana.This was one of our favorite conversations and we're incredibly thankful to Jacob for joining us!

Darrick Landreneau was a student at LSU in the early 2010s when he was studying medicine while also wanting to pursue film making. He committed to recording himself every day for a number of years in order to capture enough moments from his life that would be worthy of being put into a movie. In the process, Darrick would encounter the world of MagCon and young celebrities who found starts to their career via the Vine app such as: Shawn Mendez, Nash Grier, Cameron Dallas, and more. Darrick traveled the world with them videoing all of it, got a job in sports videography with LSU, found a relationship with a girl that had it's ups and downs, experienced the final days with his mother, and learned tons of valuable lessons that are shared throughout the movie. Check out the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-pV9RXtWkwCheck out the full movie here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrauHM8mngI

LSU Men's golfer, Connor Gaunt, is a transfer who has been nominated for the Fred Haskin's award.The Fred Haskin's award serves as "the heisman for golf." Connor talks about his up-bringing, his competitive nature, his relationship with his parents/belief in God that push him forward, and the opportunity he has in front of him this season.He also mentions how he would love an opportunity to play on the PGA tour, or even LIV, given the opportunity.

Brad Duncan is a friend of ours, and regular at Anthony Ranaudo's collectible store in Perkins Rowe, Cards and Culture.Brad does freelance sneaker art for many names you would likely recognize such as Brian Kelly, Gordon McKernan, Alex Bregman, Jack Bech, and more. He talks about how he was commissioned for an order of 70 original pairs of Air Jordan's for the Gordon McKernan law firm, how he was selected to create Joe Burrow's cleats for the Bengals Monday Night Football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, last night, for the "My Cause, My Cleats" game; before Burrow's injury. However, one of my favorite parts of this conversation is when Brad tells the authentic story of how this hobby came to fruition with a story about his children.We hope yall enjoy this one as much as we did!

Heather Bush is the owner of F45 in City Square, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.F45 is a fitness studio dedicated to functional, 45 minute workouts designed to work the full body. Using a combination of metabolic and strength formats, these workouts are class-led and prepare you to take on anything.Heather also started bush-photography in 1999. It has been a steadfast part of her life, part time while having kids, full time while raising kids, now part time again. She loves capturing true personalities of her subjects and creating timeless portraits for your home or office.

This episode is sponsored by Rejuvime Medical. You can visit them at rejuvimemedical.com or give them a call at (225)960-1580.Be sure to check out any of their locations and let them know that Anthony Ranaudo sent you! LocationsBaton Rouge: 4313 Bluebonnet Blvd., Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70809Houma: 435 Corporate Drive, Suite 402, Houma, LA 70360Metairie: 3749 N Causeway Blvd, Suite A, Metairie, LA 70002Shreveport: 4801 Line Ave, Suite 8, Shreveport, LA 71106Slidell: 2053 Gause Blvd East, Suite 250, Slidell, LA 70461Chris Pixley, CEO of Rejuvime Medical speaks on his daily routine, business development, how he got his start with Rejuvime, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and much more on The Up & In Show with Anthony Ranaudo

Cali Kilo is a content creator, rapper and director from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She joins Anthony Ranaudo on the purple couch for the second time since her career has advanced. She works as a videographer and producer for Flau'Jae Johnson and LSU Women's Basketball. She's made appearances on prominent rap radio stations and podcasts, like Trsh Magazine. She's collaborated with rappers like Erica Banks, Fredo Bang, Rip Relly and more. Cali Kilo shares some VERY interesting stories, talks about her journey to build her career and previews some of the songs she'll release soon.

Whit Weeks, freshman linebacker for LSU Football, joined Anthony Ranaudo on the purple couch for this week's episode of The Up & In Show. Whit Weeks, along with Omar Speights, Greg Penn Jr. and Harold Perkins Jr., has been a huge help for the LSU defense this season. Weeks shares how his freshman year at LSU has gone, what it's like to play on a team with his brother and how he enjoys playing for head coach Brian Kelly. Weeks also shares how his recruiting journey went, including a hog hunting trip when he visited Ole Miss. The freshman is an LSU Football fan favorite, and after this interview, it's easy to see why. #LSU #WhitWeeks #LSUFootball