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Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke

Coach Ballgame Inc.

Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke want to change the culture of youth sports. This win at all costs mentality is an epidemic, and it"s doing major damage to the mental and physical health of our next generation. This podcast is meant to make coaches better coaches, parents better parents, and kids happier kids. Let"s bring back the important things in life. Kindness and FUN.

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00:54:39

TALKIN' SHOP | EPISODE 135 | Spring Ball Vibes:...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2026/02/17

Spring baseball and softball hit different. The games feel bigger, the emotions run hotter, and suddenly everything feels… intense.We talk about when postgame speeches help (and when they should probably be skipped), how to deal with the loud energy coming from the bleachers, and why spring ball so often feels like it’s already the playoffs. More importantly, we dig into how coaches and parents can slow things down, reset the tone, and keep kids playing free instead of tight.If your season already

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00:52:00

TALKIN' SHOP | EPISODE 134 | Protect the Joy, Set the...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2026/02/10

This Talkin’ Shop episode hits the heart of youth sports culture.We start with real advice for umpires navigating unruly parents... how to hold the line, protect the game, and keep your humanity intact. Then we zoom out to a simple truth we can’t afford to forget: joy should be the most important thing at every age level, not stats, not rankings, not noise from the stands.We close with a reminder for coaches, parents, and officials alike: be you. Authentic leadership, calm confidence, and

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01:07:14

TALKIN' SHOP | EPISODE 133 | Behind the Scenes of a...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2026/02/03

This episode of Talkin’ Shop is for the people who keep youth sports running, often quietly, and often under pressure.We start with straight-up advice for Little League Presidents trying to balance parents, coaches, culture, and chaos. Then we talk to the parents on the fence about coaching... what matters more than experience, and why saying yes might change everything for your kid.We finish by spotlighting one of the most underrated roles in youth sports: the great Team Mom. What actually makes

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00:44:41

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 132 |Loud Grandparents,...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2026/01/27

Coach Chop’s got a new MLB gig 👀 and we’re breaking down what that transition looks like behind the scenes. Then we dig into a youth-sports classic: LOUD grandparents in the bleachers—why it happens, how it impacts kids, and what coaches can (and can’t) control.To wrap it up, we get practical with simple, in-game icebreakers coaches can use to loosen things up, relieve pressure, and bring the joy back—without losing competitiveness.Real talk. Real tools. Culture over chaos.Pull up a bucket and

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00:40:22

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 131 | Holding Gratitude &...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2026/01/20

Gratitude for the ones who keep the game fair, the pace moving, and the love of baseball alive ⚾️👏This episode of Coach Ballgame shines a light on umpires and the respect they deserve, featuring Jayden Lorenzo.Tune in for perspective, appreciation, and a powerful reminder of sportsmanship.

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00:40:20

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 130 | Your Kid Shouldn't...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2026/01/13

This week we talk about a taboo subject... your kid shouldn't ONLY be playing baseball. Why? Let's dive into it on episode 130 of the Talkin' Shop pod!

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00:47:43

TALKIN' SHOP | FULL EP 129 | You're Not Auditioning...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2026/01/06

If you’ve ever felt like you had to “prove yourself” to a travel coach, this episode is for you. In Ep 129 of Talkin’ Shop, we flip the script, transforming your 2026 mindset.

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00:25:25

REPLAY | The Coaches Talk BEST Christmas Movies

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/12/23

What's the best Christmas Movie of all time??? The Coaches talk about it today. Merry Christmas!!

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00:32:02

REPLAY | Loud Coaching is NOT Always Good Coaching...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/12/16

This one packed a bunch of punches into only 30 minutes. Ballgame gives Chop some rapid fire questions on "Things parents say during games." Things like "Elbow Up". "Throw Strikes!" "Bear Down." Chopper gives his response to what he would say in the same situations. Ballgame also unpacks his Sandlot in New Jersey (130 Kids) and his Play Ball event in NYC with MLB, while Chopper shares how he dealt with his team losing 15-1.Wanna Support the Podcast? Become

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00:46:43

REPLAY | Communicating with Parents

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/12/09

The boys love answering your questions. Today they dig into healthy ways of communication between Coaches and Parents.Wanna support the Podcast? www.patreon.com/chopandballgameWarstic Discount Code: Attaboy15Tanner Tees Discount Code: Attaboy

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01:21:42

REPLAY | Coach Rac is BACK!

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/12/02

He's the most popular baseball influencer alive. Meet Coach Robert Anthony Cruz.

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00:46:05

REPLAY | Is it Okay to Light a Kid Up???

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/11/25

The boys are back and choppin it up!Ballgame's Online Coaching Course is LIVE and you can find it here: https://www.coachballgame.com/coach-b...BANG!

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01:16:31

REPLAY | Albert Pujols on the POD!!

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/11/18

He's one of the best to ever play the game. They call him "The Machine." The numbers don't lie...3,301 Career Hits. 679 Home Runs. 2,150 Runs Batted In. 10 All Star Games, 2 World Series Championships, 3 MVP's, 6 Silver Sluggers, and he's still playing! We spend an hour with Albert talking about his upbringing in the DR, his Major League career, and his off the field endeavors. Of all those accolades, The Roberto Clemente Award is his most prized. He shares with us

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01:03:57

REPLAY | Kevin Youkilis Tells All

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/11/11

He's a 3x All Star, 2x World Series Champion, and Boston Red Sox Hall of Famer. Kevin Youkilis was the On Base Machine, and now he's coaching Youth Baseball. We talk Red Sox, parenting, coaching, and lots more! Enjoy one of our best episodes in a while!In this episode, Kevin Youkilis emphasizes the importance of supporting children in travel baseball, rather than pressuring them for wins, to foster a love for the game and prevent long-term injuries.HighlightsBalancing encouragement and

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00:56:17

TALKIN' SHOP | FULL EPISODE 128 | When Parents Care...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/11/04

Let’s be honest — sometimes it’s not the kids who need a pep talk, it’s us adults.This week, we’re unpacking the real reasons parents feel anxious watching their kids play sports — and how that pressure trickles down to the field.We also tackle the classic conundrum:🏆 How do we teach commitment without handing out participation trophies?💪 How do we value fun and accountability?It’s part therapy session, part coaching clinic, and 100% truth.👉 Tune in for some hard questions, soft toss answers, and

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00:44:23

BONUS EP. | World Series Game 3 CLASSIC

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/10/28

We have LOTS of thoughts about last night's World Series Classic!!! Let's debrief...

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00:27:14

BONUS EP. | MLB Playoffs UPDATE!!

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/10/22

We're back with another bonus episode going over the 2025 MLB Playoffs!

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00:57:00

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 127 | Hard Questions, Soft...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/10/21

No scripts. No playbook. Just real talk about the stuff parents, coaches, and players actually wrestle with — from burnout to bad hops to balancing life outside the diamond.We took your toughest questions and lobbed back some honest (and occasionally ridiculous) answers. ⚾👉 Tune in if you like your advice with a side of sarcasm and your leadership with a dash of grace.

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01:05:07

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 126 |Talkin’ Life, Leaks,...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/10/18

Life update + mailbag = pure chaos.Coach Ballgame, Chopper, and Flikke are back with a good ol’ fashioned Q&A — answering your questions, sharing house updates (yes, there were leaks), and probably getting distracted at least five times.Grab your coffee and come hang. ☕️⚾️🎧 “Talkin’ Life, Leaks, and Listener Questions” — out now wherever you get your pods.

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00:26:48

Talkin' Playoffs!!!

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/10/14

Let's talk PLAYOFFS!!!

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