Show overview
Wenatchee AppleSox Podcast has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 245 episodes. That works out to roughly 90 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 13 min and 26 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 4 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2022, with 88 episodes published. Published by Wenatchee AppleSox.
From the publisher
The Wenatchee AppleSox Podcast is your audio home of the Wenatchee AppleSox, a summer collegiate baseball team in the West Coast League. You'll find interviews, game recaps and much more here.
Latest Episodes
View all 245 episodes2026 Season Preview with Head Coach Mitch Darlington
S2 Ep 10Quincy Vassar Shares Insights on Coaching, Scouting, and the 2026 Season
Welcome back, Sox fans, to another episode of the AppleSox Podcast! ⚾️🎙️In today’s episode, we sit down with pitching coach Quincy Vassar to talk all things baseball. Quincy shares what coaches look for when scouting players for the 2026 season, dives into team dynamics, and gives us a glimpse of what he’s most excited about heading into the upcoming season.Single-game tickets go on sale April 15! Visit AppleSox.com or call (509) 665-6900 to grab yours and be part of the action this season!
S2 Ep 9Seizing The Moment with Joe Thornton
Joe Thornton takes on the AppleSox Podcast today! Joe talks about breathing on the mound, being an All-Star and ending the All-Star game, his recruitment process with Gonzaga and what baseball is looking like for him now!We hope you enjoy this week podcast episode. Stay tuned for more!
S2 Ep 8Owen Firestones looks back at the 2025 season with the AppleSox
Happy New Year Sox fans!We are back for the new year and we cannot wait to share with you this new podcast episode with Owen Firestone! Owen talks about his time with the AppleSox during the 25th season, his favorite memories, what life looks like now after baseball and much more!We thank you so much for tuning in to the AppleSox Podcast! 🎧
S2 Ep 7A Very Sox Christmas with Colby Holmdahl
Merry (almost) Christmas & Happy Holidays Sox fans!It’s a Christmas special with Colby Holmdahl this week on the AppleSox Podcast! From gallon jugs and bananas to breaking records with the AppleSox, Colby shares the routines, moments, and memories that defined his season. We also talk holiday traditions, life at Boise State, and what baseball looks like for him now!!We hope you enjoy this episode & we hope you have a good and safe holiday season Sox fans! We'll see you next year! 🌟🍎
S2 Ep 6Karsten Sweum | Life at Gonzaga, Baseball, and Grounding
Welcome back Sox fans to another episode of the AppleSox Podcast! 🎧This week, we talked to Karsten Sweum! Sweum joins us to chat college life at Gonzaga, baseball in the cold, muscle cramps, and how he stays locked in and grounded on the mound. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode! Stay tuned for more.
S2 Ep 5Offseason Grind & AppleSox Memories with Cade Martinez
Welcome back to the AppleSox Podcast!In today’s episode, we catch up with infielder Cade Martinez, who just wrapped up his first season with the AppleSox and is entering his senior year at USD. Cade was the recipient of the Tommy Watanabe Award for the 2025 season!We talked with Cade about his offseason training in San Diego, his love for Wenatchee, his favorite memories from his time with the AppleSox, and what the future holds for him.We hope you enjoy this week’s episode!
S2 Ep 4Izzy Madariaga talks LC State & Halloween Favorites | Halloween Special
Happy Halloween Sox fans! We sat down with second baseman Izzy Madariaga for this weeks podcast episode. In todays podcast, Izzy talked about what college life at LC state is like, how he was able to stay locked in on the plate, what his time in JUCO did for his baseball career, and we even got to know more about his Halloween favorites!We hope you enjoy this weeks episode!
S2 Ep 3Catching Up with Easton Brooks
Welcome back Sox fans! This week, we’re chatting with pitcher Easton Brooks, who just wrapped up his first season with the AppleSox in 2025 and will be returning for the 2026 season! In this episode, Easton shares his thoughts on the 2025 season, some of his favorite moments on and off the field, and his love for movies, spending time with friends, and building Legos. Thanks for tuning in to the AppleSox Podcast, we’re glad to have you back!
S2 Ep 2Meet Ian Sagdal
Welcome back to episode 2 of the AppleSox Podcast!In this episode, we sit down with Ian Sagdal who is officially joining the AppleSox coaching staff as assistant coach for the upcoming 2026 season! We talk about his time in the minor leagues, his time growing up in the Wenatchee Valley, and what he is up to now!We hope you enjoy getting to know Ian Sagdal!
S2 Ep 1A Season Recap with Mitch Darlington
In this episode, we sit down with Mitch Darlington, head coach of the AppleSox. Coach Mitch Darlington takes us through the highs and lows of the season, from standout player performances to the challenges of a mid-season losing streak. He shares insights on how the team bounced back, the leadership that emerged, and what’s already in motion as they gear up for next season. We hope you enjoy!
From One Week In Wenatchee To Being Drafted
Jace Hampson spent a few week with the AppleSox but it was enough to get selected by the New York Mets in the 2024 MLB Draft. Joel Norman catches up with him to talk about his time with the AppleSox and what his first few months in the minor leagues have been like.
Joe Thornton Preps For Year 2 With The AppleSox
Tonasket native and Spokane Falls southpaw Joe Thornton is back for a second season with the AppleSox in 2025. He chats with Joel Norman about last summer and they complete an Immaculate Grid together.
2025 Roster Preview
Head coach Mitch Darlington and Joel Norman chat about the returners and newcomers to the AppleSox roster for the 25th season in franchise history. Opening Day is May 30! Season tickets are available now for as affordable as $150 and can be purchase at applesox.com/season-tickets
Coach's Q and X
Joel Norman sits down with both of the AppleSox' 2025 assistant coaches, Xander Orejudos and Quincy Vassar. They reflect on the exciting 2024 season, their respective multi-year journeys with the AppleSox and expectations for 2025.
Mad Max's Amazing Summer
Washington State outfielder Max Hartman earned All-WCL second team honors in 2024 with the AppleSox. He tied for the most runs in the WCL (51) while also tying for the fifth-most hits (64), the seventh-most at-bats (196) and the ninth-best on-base percentage (.440). Hear his conversation with Joel Norman about his summer in Wenatchee.
Much Respects, Bosco Bro
Luca Boscarino was a favorite in the clubhouse and with fans this past summer. He chats with Joel Norman about his favorite moments from the season and provides a few laughs.
AppleSox Owner Jose Oglesby Wraps Up The 2024 Season
Late in the regular season AppleSox owner Jose Oglesby joined Joel Norman on a broadcast to talk about the season to that point and to thank fans. Hear their chat from prior to the postseason and tune in next week for a chat with Luca Boscarino.
Five AppleSox Earn 2024 All-WCL Honors
Aidan Dougherty, Max Hartman, Quincy Vassar, Evan Canfield and Jonathan Fitz all earned All-WCL honors after exemplary summers with Wenatchee. AppleSox head coach Mitch Darlington also earned co-Coach of the Year.
A Heartbreaking End To 2024
The Wenatchee AppleSox came an out away from winning the 2024 WCL Championship but could not secure the title. Hear a recap of the game as well as the pregame interview with Evan Cloyd. Thank you for all of your support in the 2024 season, whether it was something as simple as tuning in to the podcast. Stay tuned for more content this offseason.