Nats Insider

From the clubhouse to the dugout, the Nats Insider podcast hosted by Nationals broadcaster Dan Kolko takes you behind the scenes of Washington Nationals baseball. Episodes feature exclusive interviews with Nats players, coaches, alumni and more. A Curly W Productions broadcast.

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Curly W Live | From The Booth Ep. 7 - Q&A with ...
In this episode, Charlie and Dave answer more questions from Nationals Season Plan Holders, including what they were thinking during different points of NLDS Game 5, what words they would use to describe Stephen Strasburg, and much more. Presented by GEICO.
42 min
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Curly W Live | From The Booth Ep. 6 - Q&A with ...
In this episode, Charlie and Dave answer more questions from Nationals Season Plan Holders, including what their emotions were heading into Game 7 of the World Series, their favorite under-the-radar moments from 2019 and much more. Presented by GEICO.
48 min
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Curly W Live | From The Field Ep. 5 - Fred From...
We are joined by D.C. baseball historian Fred Frommer. Fred is the author of several books, including "You Gotta Have Heart: Washington Baseball from Walter Johnson to the 2019 World Series Champion Nationals." On the podcast, we talked about what went into writing this book, some of his favorite D.C. baseball history stories, the comparison between the 1924 Washington Senators and the 2019 Washington Nationals and other parts of D.C. baseball history that listeners might not know.
25 min
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Curly W Live | From The Field Ep. 4 - Chris Poi...
On this episode, we are joined by Chris Poitras, Division VP and GM, College, Sports and Specialty Rings at Jostens, the maker of our 2019 World Series championship ring. Chris brought great insight into what went into making that beautiful piece of jewelry. We talked about the collaboration between the Nationals and Jostens, the symbolism throughout the ring, the process of going from raw materials to final product and he gave us a few other tidbits along the way.
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Curly W Live | From The Booth Ep. 5 - Q&A with ...
In this episode, Charlie and Dave answer questions from Nationals Season Plan Holders, including what they thought was the turning point in Game 7 of the World Series, their favorite calls from the 2019 Postseason, and much more. Presented by GEICO.
42 min
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Curly W Live | From The Field Ep. 3 - Daren Wil...
On this episode, we are joined by Daren Willman, the director of baseball research and development for MLB and the creator of BaseballSavant.com. We chatted about his career path, the story behind BaseballSavant.com, MLB's Statcast system and some Washington Nationals-related plays, research and other items.
33 min
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Curly W Live | From The Booth Ep. 4 - 2019 Worl...
This episode features Charlie and Dave's memories and analysis of the 2019 World Series against the Astros, when the Nationals brought the World Series trophy home to D.C. for the first time since 1924. Presented by GEICO.
68 min
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Curly W Live | From The Booth Ep. 3 - 2019 NLCS
This episode features Charlie and Dave's memories and analysis of the 2019 NLCS against the Cardinals, including their answers to a few mailbag questions from fans. Presented by GEICO.
35 min
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Curly W Live | From The Field Ep. 2 - Jon Shest...
Jon Shestakofsky (VP of Communications and Education at the Hall of Fame) joined the podcast to talk about collecting artifacts from the Nationals during the 2019 Postseason - and specifically the World Series.
45 min
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Curly W Live | From The Booth Ep. 2 - 2019 NLDS
This episode features Charlie and Dave's memories and analysis of the 2019 NLDS against the Dodgers, including their reactions to Howie Kendrick's game-winning grand slam in Game 5. Presented by GEICO.
29 min
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Curly W Live | From The Booth Ep. 1 - 2019 Wild...
This episode features Charlie and Dave's memories and analysis of the 2019 NL Wild Card Game against the Brewers, including a fascinating discussion of how they keep their composure while calling high-pressure moments.
16 min
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Curly W Live | From The Field Ep. 1 - Jessica C...
Jessica Camerato, the Washington Nationals beat writer for MLB.com, joins the first "From The Field" podcast of the 2020 season.
24 min
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Curly W Live | Ep. 28 – Potomac Nationals
Potomac Nationals Manager Tripp Kiester and 2B/OF Cole Freeman join the podcast.
32 min
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Curly W Live | Ep. 27 - Hagerstown Suns
We traveled to Hagerstown to visit with Hagerstown Suns manager Patrick Anderson and left-handed pitcher Tim Cate.
36 min
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Curly W Live | Ep. 26 - Dave Lundin
Washington's VP of Production & Broadcasting, Dave Lundin joins the podcast to talk in-game entertainment, content and production.
29 min
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Curly W Live | Ep. 25 - Randy Knorr and Troy Gi...
Washington's Triple-A manager Randy Knorr and Minor League hitting coordinator Troy Gingrich join the podcast.
31 min
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Curly W Live| Ep. 24 -Dan Kolko
Dan Kolko stops by to talk about his new role on Nats Xtra, Washington's pre and postgame show on MASN.
31 min
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Curly W Live| Ep. 23 - Bo Porter
Episode 23 features an interview with new NatsXtra pregame and postgame show analyst Bo Porter.
22 min
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2/6/19: Nationals Extras | Hellickson joins sta...
The Nationals added depth to the rotation, signing Jeremy Hellickson to a one-year deal. MLB.com's Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Nationals reporter Jamal Collier (@JamalCollier) discuss the move. Then, Tim and Jamal preview the club's outfield with and without Bryce Harper. Can Adam Eaton stay healthy (4:12)? Is Victor Robles ready to star (6:45)? Can Juan Soto be even better (9:23)?
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Curly W Live| Ep. 22 - Alex Chappell
On the latest episode, we interviewed Alex Chappell, the new on-field reporter for Nationals broadcasts on MASN. 
25 min
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1/31/19: Nationals Extras | New chapter in Harp...
The Padres have jumped into the Bryce Harper sweepstakes. MLB.com’s Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Nationals reporter Jamal Collier (@jamalcollier) discuss what it means for Washington (:45). MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 prospects list is out and Victor Robles checks in at #4 (5:45). Finally, Tim and Jamal take a closer look at the Nationals’ depth at the catcher position (9:15).
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1/24/19: Nationals Extras | Scherzer's HOF chances
MLB.com’s Tim McMaster and Nationals reporter Jamal Collier discuss what Max Scherzer still needs to do in order to reach Cooperstown. (1:00) Then, Tim and Jamal break down the Nationals’ bullpen heading into 2019 (6:15)
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1/17/19: Nationals Extras | Harper, rotation, K...
Should Nationals fans be worried after the Phillies’ meeting with Bryce Harper? MLB.com’s Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Nationals reporter Jamal Collier (@jamalcollier) discuss that (:45). Then, Tim and Jamal take a closer look at the Nationals’ starting rotation and consider best and worst-case scenarios (6:40). Finally, we’ll hear from Nationals No. 2 prospect Carter Kieboom, who attended the Rookie Career Development Program in Miami (16:35).
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1/10/19: Nationals Extras | Nats sign Dozier
The Nationals have their second baseman for 2019, agreeing on a one-year deal with Brian Dozier. MLB.com’s Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Nationals reporter Jamal Collier (@jamalcollier) discuss his impact (3:30). Tim and Jamal go on to break down the rest of the Nationals' infield (7:00) and give an update on Bryce Harper’s free agency (1:00).
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1/3/19: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals
What should the Nationals New Year's resolution be? MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Nationals reporter Jamal Collier answer that question (:30) and then go on to discuss the latest Bryce Harper rumors (4:10). Tim and Jamal also discuss whether or not the club should be considered the favorites in the NL East (14:05).
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