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The F1 podcast for the fans. Join Haydon and James for the WTF1 Podcast, where F1 fandom is taken to the next level as they discuss the latest F1 news, rumours and controversy, in and out of the paddock!
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A podcast for fandom by fandom desperately trying to stay on topic. Join us for weekly discussions about pop culture and whatever else makes us mad. Also follow this feed for weekly discussions of the Harry Potter books chapter by chapter. Subscribe to us on Soundcloud, iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, and all other major podcasting services!
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The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball but a state of mind. Steven Goldman, rotating cohosts Jesse Spector, Cliff Corcoran, and David Roth, and occasional guests discuss the game’s present, past, and future with forays outside the foul lines to the culture at large. Expect stats, anecdotes, digressions, explorations of writing and fandom, and more Casey Stengel quotations than you thought possible. Along the way, they’ll try to solve the puzzle that is the Infinite Inning: How do you ...
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First, some brief thoughts on the passing of the great Fernando Valenzuela and Fernandomania as a contrast to the great upheavals of 1200 BC. Then join Steve at the Morristown Festival of Books for a conversation with author Kevin Baker about The New York Game: Baseball and the Rise of a New City. The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball but …
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In this episode of "Synergy Loves Company," host Eric is joined by returning guest, Author, Jamie Hecker to explore the intersection of Disney and U.S. presidencies. They discuss the importance of civic duty and voting, highlighting both presidential and local elections. The conversation delves into the historical connections between Disney and Ame…
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This week, stories of fathers, sons, and brothers playing baseball, one an ancestor of the current Yankees manager who witnessed a strange Phil Rizzuto baserunning blunder, and three brothers who ran a baseball school, but only two of them were major leaguers. Join Steve October 19 at the Morristown, NJ Festival of Books for a baseball panel starri…
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Luis Tiant’s passing provokes an exploration of both his and his father’s immigrant story and dovetails with a sequel to our discussion of Pete Rose’s passing in which four very early Negro Leagues greats—two in the Hall of Fame, two out—ask to be fairly measured against history. Join Steve at the Morristown, NJ Festival of Books on October 19! The…
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In this episode of Synergy Loves Company, host Eric explores the intriguing connections between Prince and Disney in the final installment of the eighties pop trinity trilogy. Dive into the Minneapolis music scene of the seventies that shaped Prince's musicianship and his perfectionist approach, drawing parallels to Walt Disney himself. Discover Pr…
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There is no such thing as a bad baby, but there is such a thing as a bad man. The passing of Pete Rose brings on thoughts of Darryl Strawberry’s peak and rapid fall, ice cream sundaes served in batting helmets, and the responsibility of the audience to separate art, artist, and shrine. Then take a quick tour of the best third basemen not yet in the…
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This anniversary episode brings a fresh look at some of the themes that have obsessed us since the show began back in 2017, specifically humanity, empathy, and the replacement level. We revisit Joe McCarthy and Slim Jones’ pain and the former’s Hall of Fame induction, Heinie Mueller’s basepath errors, Oscar Grimes’ fielding miscues, Theodore Roosev…
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In this episode of Synergy Loves Company, Eric dives into the connections between The King of Pop Michael Jackson and Disney. Starting from Michael's early days with the Jackson 5 and their cover of "Zip A Dee Doo Dah," to their appearance on Sandy in Disneyland, and Michael's solo career participation in Disneyland's 25th and 30th anniversaries. D…
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A list of New York-centric baseball nicknames in Kevin Baker’s The New York Game sends us down a rabbit hole a hundred years deep in which we consider dozens of players and stories before being stopped by a mystery: Who—and why—was “The Lively Turtle?” Join Steve for a baseball panel at the Morristown Festival of Books, October 19! The Infinite Inn…
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A 19th-century player is intentionally hit so many times he forces a crazy rules change, and then we consider one of the Negro Leagues greats in light of recent racist rumors about pets in danger. The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball but a state of mind. Steven discusses the game’s present, past, and future with forays outside the foul li…
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We build-up to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, a circuit where only Sergio Perez is a multiple-time winner! Also on the agenda; Is McLaren's driver academy the best? How do we spread our time across each motorsport series? Why hasn't James heard of the Mr Men and Little Miss series? All this and more in this week's podcast.…
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In this 50th episode of Synergy Loves Company, host Eric launches a new miniseries exploring the holy trinity of 1980s pop music: Madonna, Michael Jackson, and Prince. In this episode, Eric delves into Madonna’s early life and career beginnings, including her formation and departure from the band The Breakfast Club and her slight connection to the …
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Two tales of Frank Chance, who may have been the Cubs’ Peerless Leader but had a pathological compulsion to sacrifice his brain on the altar of baseball—and this after he had saved himself and a Cubs pennant from extortionist threats—or did he? Also includes too effusive an appreciation of San Diego. The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball b…
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In this episode of Synergy Loves Company, Dr. Cody Havard joins host Eric to delve into the world of Disney fandom. They discuss the influence of family in shaping fan behavior, the unique bond between being introduced to Disney and becoming a fan, and the strong emotional attachment fans have to the brand. From Disney's size as an entertainment co…
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We explore what put the “Solon” in Sacramento, plus the Man of 1,000 Baseball Caps returns! We enjoy a visit with original Infinite Inning rotation member Cliff Corcoran for the usual wide-ranging discussion of hats and a variety of 2024 baseball topics! TABLE OF CONTENTS What is a Solon? *Cliff Corcoran: “I Prefer the Ones Without Guests”*Ghosting…
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Various reflections of the Orange Confidence Man extended universe, the 2024 White Sox, and other frauds, featuring an exploration of what happens when you knock the opposing pitcher out in the first, featuring visits with Babe Ruth, Jimmy Carter, and other legendarily temperamental figures. The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball but a stat…
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In this episode of Synergy Loves Company, host Eric explores the experiences of visiting Disneyland and Walt Disney World within a few months of each other. He delves into topics like the blessing of size, comparing the parks, and how each park offers a unique experience. In trying to capture the vibes of the parks on both coasts, Eric also draws a…
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The news from the summer break might be slow, but there's always something to talk about in the world of Formula One! Will Adrian Newey be heading to Aston Martin as Lawrence "Thanos" Stroll collects his F1 infinity stones? Are content creators being slammed too hard by FOM? And should driver mums be allowed on the team radio?…
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The meaning of a sign in a manager’s office is considered and interlinked with one of the final Beatles singles and a Pulitzer Prize-winning play, and “The Fall and Forgiveness of Lyn Lary, 1931 and 1940,” concludes. The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball but a state of mind. Steven Goldman discuses the game’s present, past, and future with…
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Eric Visited the Universal Studios Orlando parks for the first time in over 30 years. In this episode of Synergy Loves Company, Eric delves into the historical rivalry between Disney and Universal Studios. From the early days of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit to the developments of Disneyland and Universal Studios, Eric breaks down the competition between…
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Infinite Inning 293: The Pitcher Who Was at Sea Before and After He Joined the Navy One of baseball’s all-time punchlines turns out to deserve his status, but not for the reason we thought. Plus, “The Fall and Forgiveness of Lyn Lary, 1931 and 1940,” continues as Lyn grows closer to Lou Gehrig following one of the greatest baserunning gaffes of all…
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Infinite Inning 292: One for Dad On a solemn occasion, the last home run in Senators II history is recalled—did it really happen? Plus part one of a hypothetical visit to a transitional time for the Yankees and a very different take on Lou Gehrig in, “The Fall and Forgiveness of Lyn Lary, 1931 and 1940.” The Infinite Inning is not only about baseba…
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In this episode, we explore the unique connection between Disney and the Olympics. We will pit each Disney Olympic moment up against eachother in competition for the Glory of the games! from Walt Disney's influence at the 1960 Squaw Valley Winter Olympics to the design of commemorative pins for the 2004 Athens games see which moments earn the Gold …
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