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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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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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00:12:26

Talkin' Shop Clips | MLB Playoffs 2025

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/10/07

BONUS!! We're breaking down the MLB Playoffs 2025- let's talk about it!

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01:00:04

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 125 | The Boys Are Back...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/10/07

After a jam-packed Sandlot September, the boys are back in the dugout with a fresh episode of Talkin’ Shop! They’re recapping the wild ride from the National Sandlot Tour and welcoming special guest Linda Flanagan, author of Take Back the Game, to talk about how to handle those toxic bleacher creatures with grace and grit.

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01:16:04

REPLAY | Bad Attitudes, Work Ethic, and Coaching your...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/09/30

This podcast episode discusses coaching challenges, work ethic, and fostering joy in sports, emphasizing the importance of character development alongside athletic skills.Highlights*The boys answer 10 questions from the fans.*Coaches share personal experiences while highlighting the joy of baseball for kids in Cambodia.*Strategies for dealing with youth athletes struggling with fundamentals and lack of effort are discussed.*Parents are encouraged to manage their children’s sports experiences,

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00:56:10

REPLAY | Every Parent Asks These Questions... Q&A

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/09/23

We dig right into your questions. From Daddy Ball, to overcoming adversity, the conversation was juicy. Wanna support the Pod? www.patreon.com/chopandballgameBANG

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01:07:23

REPLAY | What makes a GREAT Travel Ball Coach?

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/09/17

Ballgame, Chop and Flikke round table the discussion of Travel Ball. What makes a great travel ball coach? Red flags that you should stay away from? It's a deep dive, and it's a conversation that must be had to change this culture for the better.Wanna Support? www.patreon.com/chopandballgameRAKE!

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00:56:43

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 124 | September Means...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/09/09

August is gone, the pennant races are heating up, and October dreams are right around the corner. In this week’s Talkin’ Shop, we wave goodbye to summer, dive headfirst into September, and lay down our fearless Fall Classic & World Series predictions. Who’s got the juice? Who’s fakin’ it? And who’s about to write their name into baseball history? Let’s chop it up.

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01:42:30

TALKIN SHOP | FULL EPISODE 123 | Mike Hampton: Big...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/09/02

🚨 FULL EPISODE 123 is live! 🚨Mike Hampton joins the show to share his big league journey, drop some timeless advice, and even tackle listener questions.From the mound to mentoring, this one’s packed with wisdom (and a few curveballs you won’t see coming). ⚾️🔥👉 Tune in now: Talkin’ Shop | Mike Hampton: Big League Lessons and Advice for Every Ballplayer

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01:04:43

Episode 122: Scared Swings, Gray Beards, and Travel...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/08/26

The boys are back in the shop—gray beards, scared swings, and all. This week we tackle it all:⚾ Helping kids who are afraid to swing the bat⚾ Breaking down 8-year-old pitching mechanics (without frying their little elbows)⚾ The eternal debate—Rec vs. Travel Ball⚾ And yes, the curious case of Coach Ballgame’s gray beardGot a coaching conundrum or parenting puzzle? Send it our way.Need a private session with Coach Flikke? Email him at seanflikke@gmail.com.Wanna support the Pod and get your questions

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01:01:11

Episode 121: Season 5 Debut

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/08/12

The boys are back for a new season...ready to solve your problems. Whether that be from the dugout, the bleachers, or the car ride home...it's our mission.We recap the summer and tap into what excites us most about this upcoming year.We answer your questions on topics of travel ball, AAU parenting, and handling a kid who throws a temper tantrum.Need a private session with Coach Flikke? Email him at seanflikke@gmail.comWanna support the Pod and get your questions prioritized? Subscribe to Coach

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00:43:22

Episode 120: I'm NEW to Travel Ball

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/06/10

Ballgame and Chop go OG on Episode 120! Topics Discussed: Imposter Syndrome on a new team. Kids and Coaches getting discouraged during a losing streak. And what to do when the other team's coach drops lots of F bombs.Thanks for supporting the Pod!Bang!

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00:44:33

Episode 119: Bad Parent Behavior

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/06/03

The boys hit some topics! The practice version of a player vs the game version. What to do when parents on the other team are mean and awful? It's all here and much more!Bang!

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00:49:11

Episode 118: Ballgame's 20 Year College Reunion

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/05/27

The 3 amigos answer your questions and unpack Ballgame's epic weekend back at Brown University with his college pals. Let's just say, jean shorts and rock and roll drumming may have been at play.Wanna support the POD? www.patreon.com/chopandballgameNeed a 1 on 1 session? Email Flikke or Chop...seanflikke@gmail.combaseball@chadchop.comBANG

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01:01:46

Episode 117: Little League Playoffs: Coaches acting...

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke ·

2025/05/20

The boys are FIRED UP today discussing some embarrassing behavior by adults at Little League playoff games. It's simply gotta stop. Flikke, Chop and Ballgame bring some advice.Chopper's got a new job.Want a private session with Flikke? Email seanflikke@gmail.comWant to support the POD? patreon.com/chopandballgameBANG!

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