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An MLB player-hosted show featuring World Series champion Eric Hosmer, 12-year veteran Peter Moylan, and renowned Process & Development Coach Justin Su'a, 'Diggin' Deep' goes beyond the field with an intimate look into the experiences of elite athletes across all sports. The show extends beyond athletic achievements to include conversations with key figures in sports business, entertainment, and culture, providing a comprehensive view of the professional sports landscape. This podcast is an ...
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Jimmy O'Brien & Jake Storiale join the guys on Diggin' Deep! The iconic duo dives into their story from humble beginnings to the top of the media game. Jimmy and Jake relive their journey in the content game and how much their lives have changed in the past decade. They cover how they started their first podcast, created a viral breakdown, and how …
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AJ Andrews joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! AJ is a gold glove softball player and broadcaster on MLB Network. AJ explains what the landscape of professional softball looks like today and the exciting places it can go in the future. She relives some of her best experiences playing at LSU and competing for a national championship. AJ dives into her s…
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World Series Champ & 2023 NL Manager of the Year Skip Schumaker joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Skip talks about his playing days and how meeting guys like Pete Moylan helped shape team culture. Skip details his journey from player to manager, and how he applies the lessons he's learned as a player to cater to his managerial style. The guys dig dee…
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Barstool's 'Frank the Tank' joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Frank takes us back to his baseball roots, growing up in a family full of Yankee fans but falling in love with the Mets and Doc Gooden. In his days before Barstool, Frank worked as a court clerk until one Mets Opening Day an NJ Transit debacle lead to an infamous rant that peaked the inter…
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Xavier Scruggs joins the guys on Diggin’ Deep! The former Marlin and Cardinal shares his journey from 19th round pick to the big leagues. X had the priviledge of playing with legends of the game like Ichiro and Yadier Molina, and even had Barry Bonds as his hitting coach when he was with the Marlins. Xavier relives some of those stories and talks a…
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Jose Iglesias joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Jose takes us back to his journey to the MLB from humble beginnings in Cuba. With just $500 to his name, Jose was able to make the most of his opportunities and make a major league roster with the Red Sox in 2011. He details the impact that World Series champ Dustin Pedroia had on him as a rookie and th…
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Tom Marchitelli joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Tom is the founder of Gents Playbook, which outfits over 400+ athletes and celebrities with custom suits. Before his sports fashion business took off, it started as a side hustle. Tom was working a job in corporate finance in New York City, but always had a passion for fashion. He got his start by sou…
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Fernando Tatis Jr. and Jurickson Profar join Diggin' Deep! The Padres duo shares stories from their journeys in baseball, revealing the human side of being MLB players. They discuss the pressures and misinterpretations from traditional media, highlighting how actions and words are often misconstrued. The guys also dive into the challenges of managi…
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Dianna Russini joins Diggin' Deep! Dianna opens up about the major career decision she recently made, leaving her long time position at ESPN for The Athletic. In the midst of this huge change, Dianna also had her 2nd child. She talks about the work-life balance of being a mom and one of the top NFL reporters in the country. One of the athletes Dian…
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Digital Creator Nicky Cass (Nick Cassano) joins Diggin’ Deep! Nick takes us back to the night he was working at a gym alone and decided to film his first piece of content. The video blew up and got over 2 million views, and it scared him so much he deleted the app. He takes us through how he has evolved since that day as a creator, businessman, and…
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Actor, comedian and diehard Royals fan Paul Rudd joins Diggin’ Deep! Paul takes us through his acting journey and how his career has evolved over time. From landing his first big hit ‘Anchorman’ to becoming a star in the Marvel universe with ‘Ant-Man’, Paul details his inspiring journey. Paul takes you behind the curtain on some of the most iconic …
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Actor, comedian, and Kansas City superfan Rob Riggle joins Diggin' Deep! Rob relives memories of the Kansas City Royals 2014 & 2015 World Series runs where he made clubhouse appearances with the guys. He also talks about how Kansas City has evolved as a sports town, and where his passion for KC sports comes from. Riggle takes the guys on a nostalgi…
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Royals legend and MLB Hall of Famer George Brett joins Diggin' Deep! From the legendary pine tar incident to the pressures of the World Series, he shares the stories that highlight the highs and lows of his career with the Royals. George shares hilarious and memorable experiences, including his unexpected journey with hemorrhoids during the 1980 pl…
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Kansas City Royals GM JJ Picollo joins the guys this week! JJ shares his baseball journey, from college player to GM, emphasizing the importance of being a good teammate, the challenges of scouting and player development, and the evolving landscape of the sport. He talks about the extension of Bobby Witt Jr, what he brings to the ballpark day in an…
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Comedian Sarah Tiana joins Eric Hosmer, Peter Moylan and guest hosts Mike Moustakas and Anthony Seratelli to dig deeper into Sarah's love for baseball (Braves fan) and it's intersection with her profession as comedian and writer. She reveals behind-the-scenes stories as a joke-writer for the Tom Brady Netflix roast, sharing stories about crafting j…
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San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth sits down with Hosmer, Su'a and guest host Mike Moustakas, for a conversation that digs deeper into Jake's personal MLB journey, from signing with the Tampa Bay Rays in the 7th round of the 2015 MLB Draft to the San Diego Padres, where he was traded in a deal along with Tommy Pham. Jake discusses how he b…
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#020 CHRISTIAN YELICH MLB Team Dynamics & Leadership; Transitions & Trades; Cross-Sport Friendships
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Milwaukee Brewers MLB star Christian Yelich joins us for a a deeper understanding of team dynamics and leadership within the Brewers, emphasizing how players like Christian lead by example and support younger teammates. Yelich and Hosmer give insightful and entertaining conversation covering topics like the mental and physical challenges faced by p…
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Eric Hosmer, Anthony Seratelli, and Justin Su'a sit down with former MLB pitcher, Peter Moylan for an incredible journey through his life and career. From humble beginnings in Australia to the bright lights of Major League Baseball, by way of the World Baseball Classic, Peter Moylan's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and unyielding passion…
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#018 KACIE HOSMER, MIKE MOUSTAKAS Father's Day Special; MLB Spouse Support; Parenthood Effect on Players
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Special guests Kacie Hosmer (formerly McDonnell, Eric’s wife) and Mike Moustakas (2015 World Series champ, Eric’s former teammate) join this Father’s Day special episode where they open up about the profound impact family has on their lives and baseball careers. Eric Hosmer and Mike Moustakas share how becoming fathers transformed their perspective…
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#017 KELLY NASH & DALLAS KEUCHEL Love & Baseball; Broadcasting & Brotherhood; Personal Support Systems
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Join MLB pitcher Dallas Keuchel and sports broadcaster Kelly Nash as they unveil the layers of emotional support and leadership that shape the world of professional sports, and their marriage, in this episode of the Diggin' Deep Podcast. Dallas, known for his strategic prowess on the mound and his journey through various major league teams, and Kel…
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We sit down with MLB player, Kansas City Royals World Series Champ, Mike Moustakas. Moustakas shares candid stories from his career, illustrating how he and his teammates find humor even in the toughest situations. Moustakas, along with co-hosts Eric Hosmer and Anthony Seratelli, reminisces about their time as minor league teammates with the Kansas…
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#015 JOSH APPEL USAF Pararescue Team Leader who rescued Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell, recovered Michael "Murph" Murphy & Danny Dietz; "The Murph" CrossFit Tradition
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In this Memorial Day special episode, Hosmer, Sua and Moylan are joined by Dr. Josh Appel, a former US Air Force Pararescue Jumper and current VA physician. From his unexpected journey as a high diver in a German amusement park to his harrowing rescue mission during Operation Red Wings, Josh shares incredible stories of resilience, teamwork, and le…
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#014 JUSTIN SUA Becoming a Mental Performance Coach for Professional Athletes; Turning Talk into Action
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In this episode we turn the spotlight on one of our hosts, Justin Su'a. Justin is a renowned Process & Development Coach for elite professional athletes (previously known to organizations as a "mental performance coach".) Su'a shares his inspiring journey from dreaming about a career focused on improving athletes performance, to making it a reality…
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World Series Champion catcher, and beloved KC Royal, Salvador Perez, known affectionately as “Salvy”, joins the Diggin' Deep Podcast with former teammates Eric Hosmer & Anthony Seratelli, along with Process & Development Coach, Justin Su’a and 12-year MLB veteran pitcher, Peter Moylan. Salvy provides a heartfelt and genuine look into the life and c…
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#012 TYLER GLASNOW LA Dodgers New Ace; Pitching Through Pressure; Major League Mindfulness
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6’8” ace pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tyler Glasnow, joins Eric Hosmer and the Diggin’ Deep crew to discuss his journey in major league baseball and the mental aspects of being a big league pitcher. Tyler opens up about the unique opportunity he has with the Dodgers, a team packed with star-studded talent and potential. Glasnow shares stori…
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#011 MIKE SWEENEY Guiding the Next Generation of Baseball; Cultivating Champions; Just be Dad
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Step into the world of baseball mentorship with Mike Sweeney. Once a legendary Major League Baseball player for the Kansas City Royals, Mike now devotes himself to the nuances of guiding young athletes towards excellence on and off the field. With host Eric Hosmer, a former Royal himself, they explore poignant stories of Mike's journey as both a me…
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#010 FERNANDO TATIS & JURICKSON PROFAR Unspinning Media Narratives, Clubhouse Chemistry & Baseball's New Era
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Fernando Tatis & Jurickson Profar join the DDP crew for a truly unique discussion that allows a candid listen to on-field and off-field topics as they chat with hosts Eric Hosmer, Peter Moylan, and Justin Su'a. Tatis & Profar peel back the curtains on the life of major league players, and tell stories from their days with Hoz as teammates on the Sa…
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#009 ERIC CRESSEY Performance Coach to Elite MLB Players; Yankees Director of Player Health & Performance
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In this fitness-focused episode of Diggin' Deep, Eric Hosmer, Anthony Seratelli, and Justin Su'a sit down with renowned strength and conditioning coach Eric Cressey, President and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance. Cressey, known for his revolutionary approaches to training athletes, shares insights from his tenure with both amateur and prof…
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#008 BRICE BUTLER From NFL Gridiron to Golf; Mental Challenges of Golf, NFL, MLB; Playing Augusta National
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In this episode we sit down with Brice Butler, whose athletic prowess has taken him from the high-octane world of the NFL to the serene greens and fairways of golf courses around the globe. Butler, originally known as the former USC/San Deigo State alum who has played wide receiver for the Cowboys, Dolphins and Raiders, now channels his competitive…
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#007 BOBBY WITT JR Talks Leadership Mindset And Shows Why He's A Leader Of The Kansas City Royals
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Join hosts Eric Hosmer, Peter Moylan & Justin Su'a as they dig deeper into the heart and mind of Kansas City Royals shining star, Bobby Witt Jr. This episode offers a special blend of vulnerability, triumph, and the unwavering spirit of a young pro athlete navigating the pressures and pleasures of Major League Baseball. The 23 year-old Witt Jr has …
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#006 RON WASHINGTON & ERIC YOUNG SR The Art of Coaching & Leadership; Nurturing a Championship Culture; the Role of a Coach in Player Development
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Dig Deep into the art of coaching and leadership in baseball in a discussion with two of the most respected MLB coaches in the game- LA Angels Manager, Ron Washington, and his trusted third base coach, Eric Young Sr; both former MLB players themselves, Wash and EY get right into an enthusiastic and fun conversation with former World Series Champion…
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#005 MANNY MACHADO & YONDER ALONSO The Brotherhood of Baseball; Manny Reveals Vaulted Nike Cleat Design; Yonder Alonso Shares Lessons Learned in MLB & Media
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San Diego Padres star Manny Machado and retired MLB player Yonder Alonso, both Miami-bred standouts, sit down with Eric Hosmer, Justin Su’a and Peter Moylan for an in-depth personal conversation about the brotherhood of professional baseball, and how it’s shaped their careers. These MLB stars share stories and the unspoken bonds of the game, as the…
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#004 GEORGE LOMBARD Detroit Tigers Bench Coach & World Series Champ shares powerful story of civil rights activist mother & how it shaped his life as an athlete/coach/father; Hoz & Lombard trade hilarious ...
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In an emotionally driven episode, Hoz and Su'a welcome George Lombard Sr. for what becomes a deeply personal conversation that transcends the realm of baseball. Lombard Sr. is currently the Detroit Tigers Bench Coach, former first base coach of the World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers in 2020, a former player himself, and a former high school …
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#003 JON JAY Baseball's Mr. 305 Leads by Example, From World Series Champ to Marlins 1st Base Coach, and Tequila!
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Baseball's Mr. 305, Miami native Jon Jay, joins Eric Hosmer & Justin Su'a to talk Jay's baseball career, his welcoming attitude toward South Florida MLB players, his family's impact on his work ethic, his transition from player to coach, and diving head first into business endeavors including investing in a tequila company. Hoz details how Jay lead…
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#002 RACHEL BALKOVEC Earns Respect in MLB, Discusses Women in Baseball, Technical Insights on Job as a Hitting Coach; Hoz on Women in MLB Giving New Perspective to Players
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In Episode 2, Hosmer and Su'a welcome Rachel Balkovec, one of the female faces of MLB that's paving the way for women in the game; Balkovec, the first female manager in minor league baseball as a Head Coach for the Yankees minor league affiliate Tampa Tarpons, and current Director of Player Development for the Miami Marlins, shares her grit-filled …
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#001 ERIC HOSMER Discusses His Retirement from Baseball & Launch of his MLB Player-Owned Media Company, MoonBall Media
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In DDP's premiere episode, World Series champion Eric Hosmer announces his retirement after 13 seasons in Major League Baseball. Hosmer also holds 4 Gold Gloves, a Silver Slugger, and a World Baseball Classic championship with team USA. Additionally, Hosmer reveals his next chapter, as he teams up with his former minor league Kansas City Royals tea…
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