Fan Fest Fun!

Story time with Tom Grieve, aka Mr. Ranger, as he recounts 55 years of stories on the diamond, as a General Manager and in the TV booth.

Happy 9/21! On this bonus episode, Rangers Hall-of-Famer John Blake shares the significance and drama that led up to September 21, 1971 - the day the Rangers move to Arlington was approved.

The ultra-creative duo from By Way of Dallas hop on the podcast to talk up the new Rangers collaboration and they may have unlocked a wild idea for a Whataburger documentary???

DFW media legend shares her favorite Rangers memories, including one with a former President.

Newest Texas Rangers Baseball Hall-of-Famer Ian Kinsler on the time he and his teammates pranked Elvis Andrus, plus his future baseball plans.

Hear GM Chris Young's take on the state of the Rangers and why the next three years should be monumental. Plus, how growing up a Rangers fan frames his goals as a leader in this organization.

Rangers Field Reporter Emily Jones dishes out behind-the-scenes stories about some of our most beloved Rangers players. Plus, the journey she took to get onto the Rangers broadcast and who she credits for being a peer that pushes her to be better.

The accolades add up for Kevin Elster. He is a Rangers record holder, the 1996 Comeback Player of the Year and nailed a prominent role winking at Ken Griffey, Jr. in Little Big League.

Dude Perfect’s “Tall Guy” Cody Jones talks about growing up as a Rangers fan, plus his trick shot ideas for Globe Life Field and which Rangers player wants to be in it!

Brad Sham, the radio voice of the Dallas Cowboys, has been behind the mic for some magical moments, but did you know he was also in the radio booth during the rise of the Rangers in the 90s? Listen as Brad recalls his time with Eric Nadel as the Rangers made their first playoff run, plus a Johnny Oates quote that will stick with him for life.

Texas Country Singer and Rangers super fan Pat Green joins the podcast to discuss the story of how “I Like Texas” started, his favorite past & present ballpark memories and more. You’ll also hear from Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons on his first pitch experience and thoughts on his first MLB game.

Rangers alum and Rangers Live host Steve Buechele joins the podcast.

Rangers Radio broadcasters Eric Nadel & Matt Hicks join the Straight Up Texas podcast talking about the 2022 squad and some of their favorite players from the past.

April 21, 1972, the Rangers first took the field in Texas. To get to that day, Arlington Mayor Tom Vandergriff dared to defy President Nixon. Join Jared Sandler and special guest Parker Vandergriff for this wild tale of Straight Up Texas resilience.

Chris Young, Executive VP and General Manager of the Texas Rangers, joins Jared and Jay to share some of the blueprint of the team's rebuild. Plus Chris shares what it's like to help lead the team he's been a fan of since childhood.

Cody Cannon from the band Whiskey Myers joins the podcast and shares observations about breaking into the music biz, life on the road, and how the group from Texas ended up on the hit TV show, Yellowstone.

Don't flip out - but Jared & Jay talk with 2x Olympic medal gymnast & Dallas native, Madison Kocian! Madison pulls the curtain back on her Olympics experience like meeting other high-profile athletes and life around the village, plus she reflects on her favorite Texas Rangers memories. Enjoy.

Jared & Jay catch up with award-winning actor, author, Austin FC owner & Texas-native Matthew McConaughey. He dives in on his inspiration for his book "Greenlights", his favorite Nolan Ryan story and just what it means to be Straight Up Texas. Enjoy!

Country Singer & Songwriter Aaron Watson - who in his own words - IS the definition of Straight Up Texas joins the show to talk about Texas' influence in his career, and why he retired from singing the National Anthem.

The Trade Deadline is looming, Jared and Jay talk it out, as well as, break down future names in the Rangers farm system. Then, Country Singer-Songwriter Parker McCollum joins in to talk all things Texas - including how the Lone Star State inspired his music, his favorite venue for a show and his upcoming performance at a Rangers game (that doesn't involve singing). Enjoy!

Jared and Jay turn up the heat and talk all things BBQ with Travis Heim, the owner and pitmaster at Heim BBQ. Hear about hole-in-the-wall Texas BBQ joints, plus the Rangers legends Travis would invite to his table.

Jared and Jay do a quick take on Rangers All-Stars and the legacy of Elvis Andrus (3:30). Then they’re joined by actor Brad Leland - Buddy Garrity from "Friday Night Lights" -- to talk about his favorite character from "Friday Night Lights" (15:58), film in Texas (24:00) and swap #StraightUpTX tales. Texas forever!

This is the official podcast of the Texas Rangers with hosts Jared Sandler and Jay Sauceda.