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The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith

Ryan Rowland-Smith

Welcome to The Top Step with former Aussie Major League Pitcher Ryan Rowland-Smith.

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01:01:52

S1 E25 Seattle Mariners play by play voice Dave Sims...

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2020/07/28

Seattle Mariners Dave Sims has been the play by play voice of the Mariners since 2007 but came to Seattle with a huge resume doing everything from play by play National game of the week on ESPN to hosting on Radio in the #1 Market in the country. We cover his career. covering baseball during the covid-19 2020 60 game sprint season to the Black lives matter movement and African American players making up only 7% of the MLB Rosters. Oh and by the way, if you want to become a broadcaster Dave has some

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01:13:21

S1 E24 Seahawks Dave Wyman joins me on The Top Step.

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2020/07/21

Former NFL line backer and current Seattle Seahawks color analyst Dave Wyman joins me as we cover everything from COVID 19, kids returning to school, how he met his former cheerleader wife and what it's like to be a 'Bogan' (google it). Make sure you click subscribe wherever your laughing along on your workout, drive to work or monster truck rally and enjoy this episode as Dave Wyman joins me on The Top Step! Visit www.thetopstep.com for sll ym superstar guest and their epic

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01:08:58

S1 E23 Charlie Furbush joins me on Top Step

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2020/07/13

Charlie Furbush was one fo the most colorful characters on the field before constant shoulder issues cut his career short. We discuss everything from making that post career transition, how it's ok to be yourself inside a clubhouse, what really goes on when you have to deal with constant injuries, how he met his fiancée oh and how COVID shut down their big wedding day and everything else you want to hear from one of your favorite Mariners! Go to www.thetopstep.com for all past episodes as well

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01:11:34

S1 E22 Mariner's Braden Bishop joins me on The Top Step

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2020/07/06

Seattle Mariners outfielder Braden Bishop is big part of the M's rebuild. He is also the driving force behind some ground work battling ALzeimers diseases. The diagnosis of Suzy Bishop (his mom) with Early Onset Alzheimer's prompted Braden to start the 4MOM Charity. We discuss his charity, how to break into the big leagues and how todays player is becoming a voice across social media on social issues bigger than just being a ball player! Go visit www.thetopstep.com past

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01:20:13

S1 E21 Tyler Maun joins me on The Top Step

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2020/06/30

Tyler Maun has worked literally every international baseball competition there has been the last 3-5 years. If you want to get into broadcasting you need to tune in. Extremely talented and will be calling MLB games in the near future We me in Japan at the Olympic Qualifiers back in November and straight away hit it off. One of my favorite times to be in a broadcast booth was sitting next to him last off season as well as discussing the 'Imposter syndrome' which we both apparently have in our new

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00:51:38

S1 E20 Matt Boyd Part 2 joins me on The Top Step

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2020/06/22

Part 2 of the Matt Boyd conversation. We talk about his amazing charity protecting kids in Uganda against sex trafficking as well as what the Detroit Tigers have to look forward to, what it means to be on a rebuilding team and more! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-top-step-with-ryan-rowland-smith--grant-balfour/support

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01:00:08

S1 E19 Detroit Tigers Matthew Boyd joins me on The...

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2020/06/15

Seattle born and raised Matthew Boyd is the ace of the Detroit Tigers and also has one of the nastiest breaking balls on the planet. We discuss how the players are feeling about this current negotiation to get back onto the field as well as my favorite, the mental side of pitching and what he has overcome on his way to becoming n established front of the rotation guy! He even shares a story of the career altering question Ian Kinsler asked him minutes before a game! Please subscribe review, tell

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00:40:26

S1 E18 Ryan Spilborghs joins me on The Top Step

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2020/06/08

Former MLB Outfielder and current broadcaster for the Colorado Rockies Ryan Spilborghs is one of the most charismatic likable guys in the game and honestly someone I look up to as a fellow broadcaster. After an up an down career in the Major Leagues that included a National League Championship with the Rockies he transitioned into his new role as a baseball analyst and is absolutely killing it. In this conversation we discuss what separates him from others to have success as a broadcaster as well

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01:07:48

S1 E17 Jon Ryan joins me on The Top Step

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2020/06/01

Jon Ryan punted 11 years in the NFL mostly known for his time with the Seattle Seahawks becoming a Super Bowl Champion. But it wasn't all glory days for Jon, coming from the CFL and living in a motel 6 in Phoenix to get a crack with an NFL team. From there he has literally done it all, 11 years in the NFL as a fan favorite, American Ninja warrior, married a celebrity comedian and even owns a baseball team the Pickles! This was a fun episode finally getting to meet a guy a lot of people have said

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01:04:00

S1 E16 Grant Balfour joins me on The Top Step

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2020/05/25

Grant Balfour is an MLB All Star, 10+ years in the big leagues as one of the most dominant closers but more importantly, one of my best mates! He has been through a ton n his career and has meant a ton to me as a friend and a mentor. On this episode we talk about what separates him, we also relive some of those battle with him and and Orlando Cabrera and Victor Martinez when 'Balf Rage' takes center stage. This episode is also available to watch on YouTube SUBSCRIBE HERE Enjoy! --- Support

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01:01:01

S1 E15 Yankees James Paxton joins me on The Top Step

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2020/05/18

The Big Maple and New York Yankee's starting pitcher James Paxton is one of the most dominating pitchers in the Major Leagues, the canadian rushes it up there in the upper 90's but before the Pin Stripes and the domination, there was some serious adjustments Pax had to make! We dive into everything from his mental skills training, adjusting to life as a Yankee and of course facial hair! This episode is also available to listen wherever you get your podcast. Go to www.thetopstep.com/podcast and

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01:21:36

S1 E14 Mariner's Justin Dunn joins me on The Top Step

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2020/05/11

Justin Dunn is a big part of the Seattle Mariners rebuild and after this conversation it's easy to see why the organization is so high on Justin. We discuss everything from his sneaker obsession to where that chip on his shoulder came from! For past episodes with MLB players, comedians and MMA fighters and to be inspired by their journey and enjoy their stories go to www.thetopstep.com/podcast OR CLICK SUBSCRIBE wherever you're listening to this episode! enjoy! This episode is also available

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00:44:32

S1 E13 Jessamyn McIntyre joins me for another...

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2020/05/08

A little include from the usual Monday morning guest on the Top Step, my good mate Jessamyn Mcintyre and I exchange all the wonders of quarantine from ZOOM mishaps to the 3 images that you'll always remember when thinking back to this isolation! We all need some laughs so slip in those headphones, relax and enjoy this episode as Jess joins me on the Top Step You can also watch this episode on YouTube. CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast:

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01:14:13

S1 E12 Jon Morosi joins me on The Top Step

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2020/05/04

Jon Morosi is an MLB insider who I guaranteed has popped up on your TV multiple times either on MLB Network or Fox Sports. On this episode we discuss possible plans for MLB to return in 2020 as well as the international game and the culture inside the clubhouse in today's game. If you're enjoying this podcast please subscribe and PLEASE leave a review! thank you so much for tuning in! You can also click here to watch this episode on YOUTUBE --- Support this podcast:

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01:46:55

S1 E11 Comedian Adam Ray joins me on The Top Step

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2020/04/27

Comedian Adam Ray joins me on the Top Step My mate Adam was born and raised in Seattle, is a huge Mariners fan and now becoming a household name in Hollywood and in Stand up comedy. You can check out his podcast, video’s, tour dates and more at adamraycomedy.com Please visit thetopstep.com to view this episode and check out more episodes with MLB players to MMA fighters! Sit back relax, get ready to laugh as Adam Ray joins me on The Top Step --- Support this podcast:

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00:53:01

S1 E10 Randy Couture 6 x UFC Champion joins me on the...

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2020/04/22

6 x UFC Champion and MMA Legend Randy Couture has had arguably the most successful MMA career of all time. From his days as a college drop out with no idea what was next and his first son on the way to his meteoric rise to the 6 UFC world titles and onto Hollywood Action roles. We take a dive into his journey as well as find out his mind set before stepping into the octagon as well as what it's like the minutes after you're knocked out by a 280lbs Brock Lessner! Enjoy this episode as Randy Couture

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00:54:29

S1 E9 Mariners Justus Sheffield joins me on The Top Step

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2020/04/15

Seattle Mariners pitcher Justus Sheffield is a huge part of the organizations 'rebuilding' project and this exciting young core of players they hope will change the trajectory of the organization. The first rounder ou of high school has already been a part of two high profile trades, a demotion to AA before finally finding some success! We also talk about his arrest for under age drinking and trespassing in his first year of pro ball with the Indians. Something that hasn't been discussed a whole

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01:08:12

S1 E8 Mariners Director of Strength and Conditioning...

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2020/04/08

James Clifford has been with the Seattle Mariners for over 25 years and is an integral part of the performance of every player who steps on the field. A two sport athlete at the University of Washington and a year away from the NFL draft a knee injury changed his life forever. We discuss mental toughness, how the game has changed, how he has influenced the current Mariners roster, exchange a few stories including standing up for 17 year old Felix Hernandez in a crucial front office meeting. If

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01:04:11

S1 E7 Jessamyn McIntyre joins me for another...

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2020/04/03

Jessamyn and I discuss everything from sitting inside, MLB robo umps to big cat royalty on Netflix! We all need some laughs while we're stuck inside so hope you enjoy this episode of 'The Top Step'. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-top-step-with-ryan-rowland-smith--grant-balfour/support

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01:06:00

S1 E6 Eric Byrnes joins me on The Top Step

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2020/04/01

Former MLB outfielder Eric Byrnes is one of the most polarizing figures to cover Baseball on MLB Network. His energy and drive to challenge himself is next to impossible to keep up with.Most athletes struggle to find their identity once they retire from professional sport, Byrnsey was just getting started. He has completed ultra marathons broken an endurance golf world record and continues to run through proverbial walls in all facades of his life! Coffee not required for this episode as Eric

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