Baseball Isn’t Boring

Even though we're not even out of April, it is a good time to reflect on who might have won the offseason with key acquisitions. And there is no better way to dive into the conversation than to have Producer Evan give his five-best offseason pickups, explaining the selections with Bradfo. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Even though we're not even out of April, it is a good time to reflect on who might have won the offseason with key acquisitions. And there is no better way to dive into the conversation than to have Producer Evan give his five-best offseason pickups, explaining the selections with Bradfo. But even before we get to Evan's list, there is a great conversation with one of the players involved in one of the biggest trades - former Yankee prospect Richard Fitts, who came to the Red Sox organization in the Alex Verdugo deal. It's a great way to start your week! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Guardians have the best record in all of baseball, with new manager Stephen Vogt seemingly pushing all the right buttons. Bradfo sits down with both Cleveland president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti and Vogt, himself, to get a feel for how the replacement for Terry Francona was picked, and what he is all about when viewing young players. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyler Heineman is back in the big leagues, being promoted by the Red Sox. It is the fifth organization he has experienced the major league life with. Heineman is known throughout baseball as being the best magician in the game - actually serving as Baseball Isn't Boring's official magician. But he is also an elite defensive catcher, as some of the metrics throughout the seasons suggest. Bradfo sat down with Tyler to dive into his path and his slight-of-hand. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is back on the radio with the Baseball Isn't Boring Show on WEEI and it is far from boring. The conversation begins with a boots-on-the-ground report from Hadlock Field in Portland, Maine from the 'Play Tessie' guys - Gordo and Sammy - who give the what's what when it comes to flannel shirts and top prospects. Bradfo also surfaces his talk with Kenley Jansen regarding a primary reason for all of these pitchers' injuries, with the closer not holding back. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yankees Legendary Broadcaster John Sterling meets with the New York media to discuss his decision to retire, the timing of his retirement, and looks back at his illustrious career To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Vaughn Grissom on the precipice of becoming the Red Sox' second baseman - having come over from the Braves in a trade for Chris Sale - Bradfo catches up with the 23-year-old to talk about his biggest influence. The name Ron Washington comes up a lot. Grissom explains how the current Angels manager helped mold him, while also taking a deep dive into Grissom's excellence as a beer league softball third base coach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are few players in Major League Baseball who are more thoughtful than Daniel Bard, which is why his conversation with Bradfo on the epidemic of pitchers' injuries is so fascinating. Bard surfaces some of the possible reasons for the injuries, while taking a deep dive into each one of them. To listen to the entire Bard podcast, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baseball is still in a battle to get the attention of a younger demographic, and players like Cleveland's Triston McKenzie are part of that solution. Bradfo reunited with McKenzie to get his take on what player in baseball might be able to have the same impact on newcomers to the sport as Caitlin Clark recently managed for women's basketball and the WNBA. It's a great topic and a great conversation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It seemed like a great time to talk with Guardians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti considering his team owns the best record in baseball. Bradfo and Chris discuss the plan that went behind constructing this version of the Guardians, and the tough decision that came with replacing Tito Francona. There is also that feeling of owning the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming MLB Draft. It's timely. It's informative. It's another great get for Baseball Isn't Boring. And as a bonus, we have Producer Evan rolling out his Top 10 teams in baseball via the BIB MLB Power Rankings. Spoiler: Cleveland is at No. 2. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo catches up with the man of the hour, Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck, just hours after pitching a 1-hour, 49-minute complete game. The guys dive into the topic of how players in all sports can inspire to fall in love with the teams and the games. It's the Caitlin Clark dynamic. Houck identifies the three players that pushed him toward baseball, while also telling a great story about having no clue how fast his momentous game was Wednesday night. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Bard is returning to the podcast and he has some news to share. Sitting down with Bradfo, the reliever reveals exactly what led to his season-ending elbow issue and he is viewing his career going forward. Bard also takes a fascinating deep dive into what he believes is causing all of these pitchers' injuries, surfacing some very compelling theories. He also announces a new podcast he is participating in with teammate Lucas Gilbreath. As always, Bard is excellent. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Joe pointed out that Steven Kwan was the hitter version of himself, it was only right that we caught up with Steven Kwan to get his point of view of that comparison and the battle they had To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo catches up with Red Sox Utility Man Rob Refsnyder to discuss his return from broken toe and playing some first base To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo catches up with Angels Superstar Mike Trout to discuss how long it took him to feel like he belonged in the big leagues, his advice to up and coming prospects, and why he believes it's important to play multiple sports from youth until high school To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top prospects are getting promoted all over the place. Jackson Holliday. Forrest Whitley. Jack Leiter. They are just some of the newcomers to MLB who have great expectations along for the ride. It's not all that easy. Bradfo talks to some people who know the dynamic of suddenly living that big league lifestyle - Two former top prospects - Mike Trout and Jo Adell - along with the getting the managerial point of view from Boston's Alex Cora and Stephen Vogt of the Guardians. Considering the news of the day, these are the conversations you will want to listen to. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time in his weekly appearance with the 'Mego and Jones Show' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Red Sox defensive miscues, Kenley Jansen's comments on the podcast, and Larry Lucchino To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Few had such a great front row seat to the work and calls of Yankees broadcaster John Sterling than Sweeny Murti. That's why it was perfect timing for Bradfo to catch up with Sweeny to talk about all things Sterling, with the iconic voice of the Yanks stepping down from the booth Monday. Murti - who worked as part of the Yankees broadcast for WFAN for more than 20 years - offers great insight into all things Sterling. How he approached broadcast. Why his presence was so important. How he became so unique. And, of course, how he came up with those home run calls. It's a perfect tribute to the man of the hour. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the news that Ceddanne Rafaela as getting the start at shortstop for Monday morning's game at Fenway Park, it was a good time for Bradfo to catch up with the rookie. Rafaela talks about how he views playing outfield compared to infield, and also his mindset in the days after signing an eight-year contract extension. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Friend of the program Kenley Jansen is back and more opinionated than ever. This time Jansen is taking on Major League Baseball's approach to pitchers and how they are being asked to adjust to the new world of the pitch clock. The conversation with Bradfo stems from Jansen's belief that rushing the pitchers is the No. 1 reason for the injury epidemic in MLB. The Red Sox closer also explains why he is enjoying living life with this very young Boston club, going into detail why he has been pleasantly surprised by many aspects of this 2024 season so far. As always, it's a great time with Kenley. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is joined by the Play Tessie guys - Gordo and Sammy - to debate the hottest of hot topics at Fenway Park: Should the Red Sox move Ceddanne Rafaela from center field to shortstop? The debate rages on during the trio's appearance on the 'Baseball Isn't Boring Show' on WEEI, with plenty other hijinks and laughs along the way. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's MLB Power Rankings time with Producer Evan and he has some spicy takes. The second five of Evan's Top 10 is flush with teams you never thought would crack the list, while the top of the top is going to cause some debate (especially in New York). The No. 1 Power Ranker in all of baseball joins Bradfo to offer up his list. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miami Marlins assistant GM Oz Ocampo has played a role in plenty of players finding their way to the major leagues. But there might not be a better story among all of them than that of Ronel Blanco, the Astros starter who began his 2024 season with a no-hitter and then followed that up with five more no-hit innings in his next outing. Oz joins Bradfo to reflect on the path taken by the 30-year-old Blanco and everything that goes into uncovering a player like this. It's great insight into a process that shouldn't be ignored. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Red Sox Starter Lucas Giolito sits down with Bradfo to discuss his grandpa's cameo on Seinfeld and gives his take on the Seinfeld vs Curb Your Enthusiasm debate To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Drew Pomeranz has had quite a career since being taken fifth overall in the 2010 MLB Draft, going on to win a World Series in 2018 while finding dominance in the bullpen with Milwaukee and San Diego before succumbing to injuries the last two seasons. But now he finds himself in the Dodgers organization, a place so many pitchers have found the best versions of themselves in. Bradfo sits down with Pomeranz to reflect on his journey over the past few years, what happened in spring training and why he picked the Dodgers. There is also some great talk about the MLB Draft, the injury epidemic for pitchers and a great World Series story. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The top Orioles prospect and the number one prospect in baseball, Jackson Holliday, addresses the Baltimore and National Media ahead of his highly anticipated debut against the Red Sox To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Considering he has the best OPS in baseball, along with an MLB-leading six home runs, it's probably a good idea to listen to Tyler O'Neill. That's why we are looping back with the conversation between the Red Sox outfielder and Bradfo to talk about the controversial approach of lifting heavy weights in the world of baseball. It's great perspective from a guy who knows a little something about hitting the gym. For the full conversation between Bradfo and Tyler, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norfolk Tides manager Buck Britton is on quite a roll of sending his players to the big leagues, with the news that Jackson Holliday is heading to the Orioles serving as the latest example. At the end of last season, Bradfo sat down with Britton to talk about all that goes into giving the likes of Adley Rutschman and Holliday the word that they are becoming big leaguers. Considering the news of the day - thanks to the promotion of baseball's top prospect - it seems like a timely topic. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The talk of baseball right now is all about why so many pitchers are getting injured. Too much velocity. Too many fancy new pitches. The pitch clock. No sticky stuff. They are all being brought up as potential pieces of the problem. MASN/Orioles broadcaster - and former major league star hurler - Ben McDonald sits down with Bradfo to offer some of the best insight you will find when it comes to this conversation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow took to the podium Tuesday afternoon to offer up the news that shortstop Trevor Story would be undergoing surgery on his injured left shoulder, while Nick Pivetta is also headed to the injured list with a flexor strain on his right pitching elbow. Breslow talked about both ailments, along with possible replacements. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, continues with Astros Fanatic and co-host of the Locked On Astros Podcast, Eric Huysman (@EricTalksStros), who shares great optimism that the Astros have the necessary rotation and lineup to win the loaded AL West and make another deep run in October To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been 20 years since the Red Sox celebrated winning their first championship in 86 years, claiming the 2004 title. It's a group that is being reunited for the Fenway Park home opener, which gave Bradfo a chance to catch up with three key participants of that championship - Theo Epstein, Manny Ramirez and Terry Francona. They are conversations with three memorable people in baseball history, talking about one of the most memorable moments in baseball history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time in his weekly appearance with the 'Mego and Jones Show' on WEEI. The crew is reacting to the news of Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela agreeing to a contract extension after just 47 days of service time, while also diving into life without Trevor Story ... and passionate Fenway Park fans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo sits down with Starting Pitcher Tanner Houck to talk about the state of pitching today and how he believes that we are reaching the breaking point in regards to what the human body can do and handle on the mound To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is no better way to kick off your podcast week than with another sit-down involving Bradfo and Joe Kelly, the Godfather of the Baseball Isn't Boring movement. The guys are talking about the Dodgers' potential dominance, what Joe would ask for in exchange for Shohei Ohtani's first Dodgers home run ball, plans for a future Joe Kelly podcast and how the reliever views current controversies in baseball. It's the launching pad to the week you need! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sitting down with Baseball Isn't Boring College Baseball insider Isabella Geskos, Wake Forest first baseman Nick Kurtz opens up about how he is viewing the upcoming MLB Draft. Kurtz is currently ranked by MLB Pipleline as the second-best draft prospect and has seen his stock only rise with five home runs in his last four games. It was part of an in-depth, extensive conversation with Bella and Nick, which you can listen to by clicking here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that time of year, where we anticipate when the top prospects in baseball might find themselves in the majors. One player who is seemingly on the cusp of taking a huge step regarding that conversation is Red Sox top prospect Marcelo Mayer. The shortstop - and former fourth overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft - joined Bradfo on the 'Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show' to talk about his lot life heading into the 2024 season, how he view his path and the story behind how and why he changed his much-talked-about flowing locks of hair. There is also buzz about a potential challenge between the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs and Triple-A juggernaut Norfolk Tides. It's a snowy and spicy interview. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The inaugural episode of Pitch And Moan is Here! Hosts Courtney Finnicum and Jonny Gomes rant about all the latest happenings around baseball including the Mets botching the Rhys Hoskins situation, the A's announcing they will be moving to Sacramento and playing in a Triple-A ballpark for 2025-2027 seasons, a Chicago Bar taking early shots at Ohtani and Betts ahead of their series, and what the heck is going on in Miami?! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, continues with Phillies Fanatic and co-host of the High Hopes Podcast, Jack Fritz (@JackFritzWIP), who shares great optimism that the Phillies have the necessary star power and depth in their rotation and lineup to win the loaded NL East and make a deep run in October To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Producer Evan is back with Top 10 MLB Power Rankings and they are spicier than ever. Joining Bradfo, Evan has some wild turnover compared to his first go-round a week ago, with some early-season hot streaks clearly seducing the author of this list. The Red Sox. The Pirates. The Rangers. The Yankees. All are in the mix. The only thing that is for sure? Evan can't find a way to include the Mets. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, continues with Brewers Fanatic and host of Another Brewers Podcast, John Egan (@BrewersRaptor), who shares cautious optimism that the Brewers have the necessary defense, bullpen, and lineup that if the pitching can be decent, they can compete in the up for grabs NL Central To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the series that got the world of baseball buzzing leading up to the 2024 Major League Baseball season. It's 'The Case For ...' hosted by Reece Green, produced by Producer Evan and made possible by podcasters, writers and fans of each and every team in the MLB. Bradfo is joined by the guys to reflect on who made the best case for their respective team, while surfacing everything that went into the venture. A lot of new friends were made, and a lot great cases were made. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pirates are off to a great start, in large part because of the red-hot start by outfielder Connor Joe. Bradfo caught up with Joe, who was drafted in the first-round back in 2014, to reflect on the days leading up to his selection 10 years ago while getting advice for those who are currently trying to position themselves for a high selection in July's MLB Draft. It's great perspective. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the passing of baseball pioneer Larry Lucchino, Bradfo is joined by NBC Sports Boston's John Tomase to reflect on how unique the former team president was in so many ways. The pair share stories regarding Lucchino, while delving into why we might not see the likes of the longtime executive for some time when it comes to the world big league chief decision-makers. It's a good tribute and a great conversation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seattle's Emerson Hancock was the sixth overall pick in the 2020 MLB Draft. Connor Joe came in at No. 37 overall back in 2014. And Casey Mize was the top overall selection in 2018. What was it like for all three in the weeks leading up to the big day? Bradfo sits down with the trio of big leaguers to reflect on how these final days until this year's MLB Draft unfolded and any advice they would pass on from their experience. With 104 days to go before the Draft, it's a worthwhile conversation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo sits down with ESPN and NESN Broadcaster Mike Monaco to discuss the prep and timing it takes to properly call a big moment and give the moment it's just due, if you plan on venturing into the broadcasting field, this is the podcast for you! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, continues with DBacks Fanatic and writer for Sports Illustrated's Inside The Diamondbacks, Jake Oliver (@DarthDbacks), who shares great optimism that the DBacks have the necessary star power, young talent, and depth in their rotation and lineup to compete in the loaded NL West To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Monday night it was Todd Kalas who got the chance to call a big baseball moment, punctuating Ronel Blanco's no-hitter. It's why we at Baseball Isn't Boring wanted to take a deep dive into the art of broadcasting the big moment, which is what Bradfo does in interviews with Dave Sims and Mike Monaco. Both Sims and Monaco offer awesome examples and insight when it comes to what goes into nailing a call when it counts the most. It's some great conversation about some great conversation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, continues with Giants Fanatic and host of the TortureCast Podcast, Eric Nathanson (@2outhits), who shares great optimism that the Giants have the necessary star power and depth in their rotation and lineup to compete in the loaded NL West To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyler O'Neill. Luke Raley. Chase Anderson. They all spent this past weekend trying to make good first impressions with their new teams and their new fan bases. It's a dynamic that can weigh heavy on players switching teams. Bradfo sits down with all three to discuss their view on all that comes with wearing a new uniform, having new teammates and trying to impress an entirely new group of followers. It's a challenge so many players faced through these first few games, and one that might be lingering until that big game comes around. Being the new kid is never easy ... until it is. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices