Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Rich Aurilia joins the podcast to talk about baseball brawls, Buster Posey's role, clubhouse chemistry and more. Then, Nationals sideline reporter Dan Kolko discusses the other side of the fight, what Bryce Harper is really like, and this loaded Nationals lineup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants outfielder Cody Ross discusses his transition to coaching, the organization's young outfielders, dealing with being on a losing team, watching Marco Scutaro's NLCS, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Second baseman Joe Panik talks about the rough start to the season, having a sense of urgency, his (good) health, Christian Arroyo, finding out he won a Gold Glove, working with Brandon Crawford, his offseason wedding, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Baseball writer Eno Sarris of FanGraphs discusses the new way velocity is tracked, how players view advanced metrics, peak years for hitters, the NL West and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Giant Javier Lopez discusses his transition into a television role, the decision to retire after last season, the toughest lefties he faced, the future of a young bullpen, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Cain sits down to discuss his recent struggles, helping the pitchers who are trying to take that No. 5 spot, the potential of this rotation, the five-year anniversary of his perfect game, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode focuses on the two players fighting for the left field job. First, Mac Williamson on their friendship, overcoming injuries, being a young pinch-hit option, working with Matt Duffy and more. Then, Jarrett Parker on finding consistency, his hot streaks, learning from veterans, hitting lefties and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants third baseman Conor Gillaspie sits down to discuss his improvement defensively, his work with Ron Wotus, moving on from the postseason, watching his little brother get closer to the big leagues, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Infielder Jimmy Rollins discusses his first impressions of the Giants, what it was like to be on other side of Giants-Dodgers rivalry, Bumgarner vs. Kershaw, facing Bumgarner, coming back to the Bay Area, his motivation for giving the big leagues another shot, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Morse talks about how he negotiated with Bobby Evans at Hunter Pence's wedding, the importance of making his comeback with the Giants, his relationship with Pence, the NLCS home run, owning a replica trophy, the future of his walk-up song, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Right-hander Derek Law explains how and why he got 800 chicken nuggets for his wedding, and he looks back at the way last season ended. Then, left-hander Josh Osich talks about his knee surgery, 2017 adjustments, and team leaders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyler Beede, the Giants' top pitching prospect, talks about his development on the mound, his goals for spring training, offseason workouts with Melancon, learning from Bumgarner, his music career, attending the Super Bowl and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants vice president of baseball operations Brian Sabean discusses the Melancon signing, top Giants prospects, the postseason, Bumgarner's contract situation, Posey's future behind the plate and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New closer Mark Melancon talks about his decision to choose the Giants, the unique ways he prepares his body, learning from Mariano Rivera, his off-field 'bucket list' and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy joined Alex Pavlovic at the winter meetings to discuss the Mark Melancon addition and much more... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants GM Bobby Evans and Pirates beat reporter Adam Berry (who covered Mark Melancon for two years) join Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast to explain what type of person and player the Giants new closer is and how the team landed him in free agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the Arizona Fall League, infielder Ryder Jones discusses playing new positions, the life of a prospect at the trade deadline, his Double-A season and more. Catcher Aramis Garcia describes a collision that cost him a couple of months, what he's learned from Buster Posey, and his experience playing with Tim Tebow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants general manager Bobby Evans joins Alex Pavlovic at an Arizona Fall League during the GM meetings to discuss the Giants stance going into free agency, how he expects the bottleneck at the back end of the Giants rotation to shake out, the team's minor league prospects, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Senior Insider Ray Ratto and relief pitcher George Kontos join Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast to discuss the end-of-season press conference, Kontos' rooting interest for the rest of the playoffs and the most difficult part about the season ending. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shawn Estes played 13 season in the majors including seven in San Francisco and one with both the Mets and Cubs. He joins Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast from Finnerty's in New York to discuss the up-and-down season and the upcoming win-or-do-home game against the Mets. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Legendary Giants broadcaster Jon Miller joins Alex Pavlovic on The Giants Insider Podcast ahead of the regular season-ending series against the Dodgers to regale listeners with tales of legendary Dodgers broadcast Vin Scully before his final three games on the call. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a whirlwind week for Ty Blach, who just received his first MLB call-up and made his MLB debut, the Giants’ left-handed pitcher joined Alex Pavlovic for the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to reveal the tearful phone calls that followed his promotion, facing Giant-killer Nolan Arenado, which Giants prospects he’s most impressed with, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

McCovey Chronicles’ Grant Brisbee joins Alex Pavlovic for the latest episode of The Giants Insider Podcast to break down where this Giants season ranks among the team’s recent history, how the two experts expect the stretch run to play out, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Old friend Ryan Vogelsong joins Alex Pavlovic on “The Giants Insider Podcast” with his typically honest takes on an emotional (and victorious) return to AT&T Park, how getting hit in the face has changed his perspective, his plans for next season, his affinity for watching Giants games, whether or not a return to San Francisco is possible, and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants President and CEO Larry Baer joins Alex Pavlovic on the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” with the trade deadline approaching to break down his deadline philosophy, the balance between protecting the farm system and getting a big name, and more! Enjoy… Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Catcher Trevor Brown joins Alex Pavlovic on the latest episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to discuss his first full first half, learning from Buster Posey, the struggles of being a Dodgers fan, dealing with MLB umpires and what position the converted catcher is most comfortable playing. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants star Tim Lincecum joins the podcast to discuss his return to the big leagues, his desire to remain a starter, his lasting connection to San Francisco and more. Plus, MLB.com Giants beat writer Chris Haft shares his thoughts on Lincecum’s Angels debut and some moments that stand out from his time covering Lincecum. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Right-hander Chris Stratton made his MLB debut last week. He joins Alex Pavlovic on Episode 12 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to break down his path to the majors and his hectic last month, which included an MLB call-up and a newborn baby boy. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Bay Area reporter Daniel Brown of the Mercury News joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 11 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to debate the biggest moments in franchise history… Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reliever Cory Gearrin joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 10 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” revealing when he learned he wanted to join the Giants, what left Madison Bumgarner impressed with his game, the glare, his plans to conquer California and much more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After nine years in the minors, Albert Suarez made his big league debut and got his first win in the majors this week. During BP at Chase Field, he took time to sat down with Alex Pavlovic to break it all down on Episode 9 of The Giants Insider Podcast. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants third-base coach and current CSN analyst Tim Flannery joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 8 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to tell some old war stories, reveal insights into players like Hunter Pence and talk a little music. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek Law makes his podcast debut less than a week after a successful MLB debut. The Giants’ talented reliever joins Alex Pavlovic to talk about his whirlwind week, his love for dancing, and the time he snuck onto the Oracle Arena court to shoot hoops. Enjoy Episode 7 of “The Giants Insider Podcast.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants reliever Jeremy Affeldt joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 6 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” to reveal how he’s “upping the risk” in retirement, his transition from player to media, and how he’s feeling about this year’s Giants team. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was a wild weekend of April baseball at AT&T Park between the Giants and Dodgers. Yahoo Sports national MLB columnist Tim Brown joins Alex Pavlovic for Episode 5 of “The Giants Insider Podcast”. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 4 of “The Giants Insider Podcast” is live! Marty Lurie joins Alex Pavlovic to dish out spring training awards and tee up Opening Day on Monday, April 4. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 3 of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! Third baseman Matt Duffy joins the program and the two nearly get through the entire episode without talking Skeeter. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 2 of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! Relief pitcher George Kontos joins to program and discusses replacing “punching bag” Jeremy Affeldt, his deep Chicago roots and the facing the up-and-coming Cubs, wild minor league stories, and more. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The inaugural episode of “The Giants Insider Podcast with Alex Pavlovic” is live! After winning the offseason with a new six-year, $75 million contract, a Gold Glove, a Silver Slugger and the birth of his son, Giants shortshop Brandon Crawford kicks off the action joining Episode 1. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.