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The Black Baseball Mixtape

Black Baseball Mixtape

Black baseball insight through the lens of a hip-hop culture enthusiast.

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01:19:55

Torpedo Bats in the Bronx. The Braves are in trouble....

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/04/01

Welcome! The Black Basball Mixtape podcast crew is all here. Cheats, Flobo, April, and Malik are talking the biggest stories in baseball. This week, it's the bombs and the bombers - or torpedos - coming out of the Bronx. The bats are all the rage: Should they be banned? We'll dive into torpedo bats. Also on the docket, Devers struggles in Beantown. We also talk about the NL Central being upside down, and are the White Sox good? All that and more on this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast

01:50:49

Black Baseball Mixtape 2025 MLB Prediction Show! (The...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/03/25

The entire crew is here for the BIG MLB 2025 prediction show. We predict division winners, World Series winners, MVP, Cy Young, and comeback player of the year. We also discuss who is "must-watch" TV for the 2025 MLB season. Join Cheats, Flobo, Malik, April, and Lewis on this future-telling journey. The Black Baseball Mixtape partners with Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, NumbersGame Scorecards, Rebellion Harvest, Minority Prospects, and Red, Black, and Green Baseball. Contact the show at

18:12

Astros GM Dana Brown & MLB Network/ESPN Commentator...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/03/22

On this special edition of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, you will hear from Astros GM Dana Brown. Mr. Brown is a dream interview for the Mixtape. He is the only African American GM in MLB right now. You will also hear from the amazing Eduardo Perez. Mr. Perez is a great ambassador for the game and one of the most enthusiastic personalities I've had the pleasure to interview. Please enjoy this episode and subscribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape everywhere podcasts are available. The Black

01:15:43

MLB AL West & Central Over/Under Wins Prediction Show

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/03/21

We are just a few days away from our BIG MLB predictions show. In this episode, Cheats, Flobo, April, and Lewis Brinson discuss the win totals for the AL Central and AL West. Special thanks to our Black Baseball Mixtape partners: Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Rebellion Harvest, NumbersGame Scorecards, Minority Prospects, and Red, Black, and Green Baseball. Email the show at BlackBaseballMixtape@gmail.com.

01:28:42

Is Japan Series Needed to Start the MLB Season?...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/03/18

This episode reviews MLB over/Unders for the NL and AL East. The podcast crew also discusses the Japan Series and which MLB players are in Make-or-Break seasons. Join Cheats, Flobo, April, and Malik as they discuss baseball and culture. The Black Baseball Mixtape partners with Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Rebellion Harvest, NumbersGame Scorecards, Minority Prospects, and Red, Black, and Green Baseball. Email the show at BlackBaseballMixtape@gmail.com.

01:20:08

NL West and Central Over/Unders, Lawrence Butler...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/03/11

On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast:Cheats recaps his visit to Spring TrainingThe Crew talks about the Lawrence Butler extension Over/Under win total predictions for the NL West & CentralThe Black Baseball Mixtape is brought to you in partnership with:Steelo SportsThe Players Alliance Rebellion HarvestNumbers Game Scorecards Minority Prospects Please subscribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast everywhere podcasts are available. Contact the show at:

01:29:50

The idea that will save MLB All-Star Weekend, Pete...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/03/04

This episode has a little bit of everything. The BBM crew talks rugby (yes, rugby), Pete Rose, Spring Training, the MLB X Black History Month Tracker, and the idea that will save MLB All-Star Weekend. Flobo, April, and Malik join Cheats to talk all things this week in Black baseball. The Black Baseball Mixtape podcast partners with Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Rebellion Harvest, Numbers Game and Minority Prospects. If you want to be a partner of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, please email

01:29:42

Spring Training Storylines, Andre Dawson HBCU...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/02/25

The crew has a lot to discuss this week. Cheats spent the weekend at the Andre Dawson Classic at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex in Vero Beach. He discussed the eight-team, three-day slot of games and toured historic Dogertaown. The crew also talked about early standouts of spring training, the Yankees policy changes, and the split between MLB and ESPN. Lots of great Black baseball talk in this episode. Thanks to our partners, Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Rebellion Harvest, Numbers Game,

01:05:45

Black Baseball Mixtape IG Live: Special Guest Touki...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/02/21

Tune in every Thursday at 8 PM on IG Live to hear Cheats and Lewis Brinson talk baseball with special guests. In this episode, they welcome in free agent pitcher Touki Toussaint, a childhood friend of Brinson. They talk about their early battles in high school, who dresses the best, and the routines of being a professional baseball player. Due to the IG connection, this episode does have some audio difficulty. Please subscribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast for the best in Black baseball and

01:23:33

Is HBCU Baseball legit? Is Marcus Stroman THE drama?...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/02/18

The Black Baseball Mixtape podcast crew is back. On this episode, Cheats is joined by Flobo, Malik, and April to recap the week in Black baseball. April and Malik were fresh off their first-ever BBM journalistic assignment; they covered the Cactus Jack HBCU Classic. The BBM brand is strong. Please check out the Black Baseball Mixtape IG for more of their coverage. The crew talked about the growing potential of HBCU baseball and the changing face of college baseball. They also discussed the drama

01:09:39

Winning Mentally - IG Live Podcast featuring CJ...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/02/14

On this special IG Live version of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, Cheats talks with Coach and Motivational Speaker CJ Beatty and former MLB pro Lewis Brinson. The rich conversation discusses how to approach the mental aspects of baseball and the keys to dealing with psychological success and failure. Too many of our young players of color don't fully understand the concept of a winning mentality. Understanding how to mentally prepare for baseball pays dividends way beyond the field. Subscribe

01:35:47

What is the unofficial start of baseball season?...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/02/11

Special guest Danny Foxworth joins Cheats, Flobo, April, and Malik to discuss hot topics leading into the upcoming baseball season. This episode dives into several issues, such as the season's unofficial start and whether HBCU baseball can elevate its product. It also discusses whether D1 Softball will overtake D1 baseball within the Black community. The conversation is robust and very fun. Special thanks to our partners: Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Rebellion Harvest, and Numbers Game

01:00:53

Black Baseball 200: How to be successful at every level.

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/02/07

On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape, Cheats visits with former MLB pro Lewis Brinson, Founder of Minority Baseball Prospect Alex Wyche, and former MLB pitcher and legendary mentor Marvin Freeman to discuss the keys to success for Black baseball players at every level. The Black Baseball Mixtape Podcast is sponsored by Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Rebellion Harvest, and Numbers Game Scorecards. Follow the Black Baseball Mixtape on YouTube, IG, X, and everywhere podcasts are

01:21:34

Is Juan Soto more likeable as a Met? Are the Dodgers...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2025/02/04

The Black Baseball Mixtape team returns for another year! Cheats host this episode, joined by Flobo, the host of In the Booth, and April, who leads 10th Inning Talk. Every week, the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast is the premier source for exploring Black Baseball and its connections to community and culture. The Black Baseball Mixtape is brought to you in partnership with Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Rebellion Harvest, and Numbers Game Scorecards.

01:08:39

"The Inside Look on an Extraordinary Year in Black...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2024/11/25

To close out the year, Cheats visited with ESPN's Clinton Yates to discuss an extraordinary year for Black baseball. Yates had a front-row seat to a season that featured a new Black manager (Ron Washington), the first-ever East/West Classic, a Negro League Tribute game at the legendary Rickwood Field, the passing of Willie Mays, and much more. The Black Baseball Mixtape podcast is brought to you by Steelo Sports, Players Alliance, Herencia21, NumbersGame Scorecards, and Rebellion Harvest.

01:39:44

The Dodgers Win the World Series...The Black Baseball...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2024/11/01

We close the book on the 2024 season with our biggest show yet. Cheats is joined by Flobo, April, Ced, Darren, Lewis, and some amazing first-time guests Ed (The Dad Hat Chronicles), Donte Miles (Barber's Chair Network), Sha B Allah (Source Magazine), JR Lewis (Black Belt Baseball) and Nick Hamilton (Nitetcastmedia) for the season end extravaganza. Our extensive guest list joined the show to talk about the 2024 World Series Champion Dodgers. It was a truly fantastic time. Thank you for a tremendous

01:01:53

In Defense of the Fat Joe pregame & Does the Series...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2024/10/30

The Black Baseball Mixtape Tuesday crew: Cheats, Flobo, April, and Malik discuss the Dodgers up 3-0 against the Yankees, and the West Coast v. East Coast pregame battle of Ice Cube v. Fat Joe. Fat Joe is getting all the smoke, but you must remember: Yesterday's Price is NOT today's Price. The Black Baseball Mixtape partners with Steelo Sports, the Players Alliance, Herencia21, NumbersGame Scorecards, and Rebellion Harvest Sunflower seeds. Subscribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape everywhere podcasts

01:05:07

World Series Talk with an All-Star Crew: Lewis...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2024/10/28

A star-studded panel joined the BBM crew tonight to talk World Series. Cheats were joined by April (BBM Crew), Micah Johnson, Will Benson, and Lewis Brinson to talk about the World Series, baseball culture, and much more. Please share this episode with all your baseball-loving friends. The BBM podcast is in partnership with Steelo Sports, Herencia21, the Players Alliance, NumbersGame Scorecards, and Rebellion Harvest.Subcribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast on YouTube, IG, and everywhere

01:11:16

World Series Talk and Predictions (10.24)

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2024/10/25

Cheats is joined by MLB pitcher and host of the Brushback Podcast Jay Jackson, Host of the Baseball Aficiado Santo, and Producer of ESPN Daily Alex H. They have a robust discussion about the Dodgers v. Yankees World Series.The Black Baseball Mixtape podcast partners with Steelo Sports, Herencia21, NumbersGame Scorecards, Rebellion Harvest, and the Players Alliance. Follow the Black Baseball Mixtape on both IG and YouTube.

01:10:00

10.22 LIVE: The Black Baseball Mixtape Crew Talks...

The Black Baseball Mixtape ·

2024/10/23

The Black Baseball Mixtape crew recaps the championship series and previews the Dodgers v. Yankees World Series. Cheats is joined by Flobo, April, and Malik. The Black Baseball Mixtape partners with Steelo Sports, the Players Alliance, Herencia21, NumbersGame Scorecards, and Rebellion Harvest.

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