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Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke want to change the culture of youth sports. This win at all costs mentality is an epidemic, and it's doing major damage to the mental and physical health of our next generation. This podcast is meant to make coaches better coaches, parents better parents, and kids happier kids. Let's bring back the important things in life. Kindness and FUN.
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- 1 weeks ago37 min
Talkin Shop | The Final Episode.
One last time.🎙️After countless conversations, laughs, stories, and a whole lot of baseball… it’s time to close up shop. Today, the boys bring you the **final episode of Talkin’ Shop** going out the only way they know how: talking about what really matters.Thanks for being part of the ride. Make sure to keep up with us on socials @coachballgame and at coachballgame.com!
- Aug 18, 20261h 5m
Did We Just SAVE Little League? | REPLAY
What if a few simple rule changes could completely transform Little League?In this episode, the boys tackle the biggest issues in youth baseball and share the rule changes—and mindset shifts—they believe would make the game more fun, more competitive, and better for every kid on the field.Did we actually save Little League? We'll let you decide.⚾ Which change do YOU think would make the biggest difference? Drop it in the comments!
- Aug 11, 20261h 0m
The Truth About Travel Ball | REPLAY
Travel ball can create incredible opportunities—but it can also bring pressure, burnout, and plenty of unforgettable stories.In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke dive into the realities of travel baseball, sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly from years spent coaching, parenting, and living the game.Whether you're already in the travel ball world or wondering if it's the right path for your family, this conversation will challenge assumptions, spark discussion, and remind you what matters most when it comes to developing young athletes.
- Aug 4, 20261h 0m
No Scholarships. No Excuses. The Evan Longoria Story | REPLAY
This week on Talkin' Shop, Coach Ballgame sits down with three-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner Evan "Longo" Longoria.Longoria shares the unlikely path that took him from receiving zero college scholarship offers to becoming one of baseball's premier third basemen. Along the way, he opens up about perseverance, humility, preparation, and the character that sustained him throughout his career.It's an honest conversation about earning every opportunity, embracing setbacks, and becoming the kind of teammate and person others can count on.Because talent might open the door—but character is what keeps you in the game.
- Jul 28, 202658 min
What Makes Great Teammates? With Brad Johnson | REPLAY
This week on Talkin' Shop, the boys sit down with Super Bowl Champion and 17-year NFL quarterback Brad Johnson.From overcoming adversity to leading at the highest level, Brad shares the lessons that shaped his career, the teammates who inspired him, and why coaching kids became his next calling after football.It's a conversation about leadership, resilience, mentorship, and building a legacy that lasts far beyond the scoreboard.Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, you'll walk away with timeless lessons from someone who's seen the game—and life—from every angle.
- Jul 21, 202647 min
The Aware Parent Changes Everything | REPLAY
The boys are back in the shop talking about one of the most important—and most overlooked—qualities in youth sports: awareness.How aware are you of what your players are feeling? What your words communicate? The environment you're creating?In this episode, Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke share practical ways parents and coaches can become more intentional leaders by paying attention to the moments that matter most.Because great coaching isn't just about teaching the game.It's about seeing the kid in front of you.
- Jul 14, 20261h 16m
Barry Zito: The Rise, the Fall & the Redemption | REPLAY
This week on Talkin' Shop, the boys sit down with World Series Champion, Cy Young Award winner, and bestselling author Barry Zito for one of the most honest conversations we've ever had.Barry opens up about the highest highs of his career, the struggles that nearly broke him, and the journey that helped him rediscover his identity beyond baseball.It's a conversation about pressure, purpose, resilience, faith, and what it really means to succeed when the spotlight fades.Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or simply someone navigating life's ups and downs, Barry's story is one you won't forget.
- Jul 7, 20261h 16m
REPLAY | 18 Seasons, 3 Rings, and a Lifetime of Wisdom with Shawon "Pops" Dunston
This week on Talkin' Shop, we sit down with Cubs legend and three-time World Series champion Shawon "Pops" Dunston.From his 18-year Major League career to the lessons he's carried into coaching, Pops shares stories about growing up, playing alongside legends, raising a baseball family, and leading with integrity. It's a conversation full of wisdom, humility, and a reminder that the greatest legacy in baseball isn't your stats—it's the people you impact.Whether you're a parent, coach, or lifelong baseball fan, this one's for you. ⚾🎙️
About Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke
Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke want to change the culture of youth sports. This win at all costs mentality is an epidemic, and it's doing major damage to the mental and physical health of our next generation. This podcast is meant to make coaches better coaches, parents better parents, and kids happier kids. Let's bring back the important things in life. Kindness and FUN.
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