Show overview
Back When There Was Baseball has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 181 episodes. That works out to roughly 160 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 47 min and 58 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language History show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 34 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Rex Naylor.
From the publisher
Step into the golden era of America's Pastime with "Back When There Was Baseball." Uncover the untold stories, thrilling triumphs, and heart-wrenching trials of the sport's most iconic figures, spanning from the mid-1960s to the mid-1980s - a transformative era when the baton was gracefully handed from titans like Hank Aaron, Orlando Cepeda, Mickey Mantle, and Willie Mays to the new generation of legends like Johnny Bench, George Brett, Mike Schmidt, and Nolan Ryan. Each episode of "Back When There Was Baseball" is more than a mere retrospective; it's a journey through time. We weave together the intricate narratives of these athletes' careers, personal lives, and the broader socio-political context of their times. This is where you'll find the real drama, the human stories behind the home runs and record-breaking performances. But our journey won't stop there. We'll occasionally veer off the beaten path, reaching back into the 1950s - a time many argue was the apex of Major League Baseball. Expect special episodes dedicated to this remarkable decade, spotlighting its most distinguished players and most memorable games. "Back When There Was Baseball" is more than a podcast; it's your ticket to the front row of history. Whether you're a baseball enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who loves a good story, this podcast is your gateway to an era of baseball that shaped the game we know and love today. So, grab your cap, dust off your mitt, and join us for a fascinating journey into the heart of baseball's most legendary moments.
Latest Episodes
View all 181 episodesBack When There Was Baseball: Jack McKeon
Back When There Was Baseball: Jim Lefebvre
Back When There Was Baseball: Jim York
Back When There Was Baseball: Willie Lozado
Back When There Was Baseball: Pete LaCock
Back When There Was Baseball: Leo Mazzone
Back When There Was Baseball: Dave Phillips
Back When There Was Baseball: Don Money
Back When There Was Baseball: Jim Kern
Back When There Was Baseball: Father's Day Special
Back When There Was Baseball: Tom Carroll
Back When There Was Baseball: Art Kusnyer
Back When There Was Baseball: Nancy Finley
Back When There Was Baseball: Wayne Causey
Back When There Was Baseball: Al Worthington
Back When There Was Baseball: Leron Lee
Back When There Was Baseball: Bill Haller
Back When There Was Baseball: Al Woods
Back When There Was Baseball: Pat Zachry

Back When There Was Baseball: Darrel Chaney
We travel back to the 1970s with our guest this week. Darrel Chaney played in the Majors from 1969-1979. He started out his athletic career as a Parade All American quarterback in 1965. Darrel turned down scholarship offers to Notre Dame and Michigan State to pursue his baseball career. He made his name as a utility-infielder, but as all utility players will tell you, they intended to be starters and Darrel was no exception. But when you look at the Cincinnati Reds lineup during the years he was with the club (1969-1975), you had to have been an outstanding player to even make the team. Darrel was traded to the Atlanta Braves in 1976 where he finally got his chance to start and had the best season of his career. Join us as we go Back When There Was Baseball with our guest Darrel Chaney.
