The Compound - MLB Player Podcast

Ian Happ, of the Chicago Cubs, and teammates Dakota Mekkes and Zack Short share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests on The Compound, part of Jomboy Media.

Sports
Baseball
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Cubs Sign Joc Pederson, Arenado Trade, Zack Lov...
This week we talk Joc Pederson and Trevor Williams as the Cubs round out the roster. The Cardinals traded for Nolan Arenado, Dustin Pedroia retired and our Super Bowl predictions.
29 min
177
Jon "Boog" Sciambi, Jon Lester is Officially a ...
The Compound welcomed back Cubs new Play by Play TV announcer Boog Sciambi. We had a great talk about engaging fans, his excitement for Chicago, cursing on air, the KBO and more. Plus we already miss Lester and Tom Brady is the best ever.
56 min
178
Mystery Guest Kyle Schwarber, Jon Lester to the...
First guest and now repeat guest Kyle Schwarber joins The Compound. We talk about the Nationals, leaving Chicago, Florida spring training and a final thank you to the fans from Kyle. Plus Jon Lester to the Nats?
46 min
179
Desert Island Childhood TV Shows, Lindor Trade,...
Big Desert Island debate Top 3 Childhood TV Shows. We talked about the NFL Playoffs and National Championship game. Update on MLB offseason and why there wasn't more coverage of the Francisco Lindor trade. Plus guess next week's guest.
35 min
180
Jordan DeCicco Founder of Super Coffee, Kris Br...
We had the pleasure of interviewer Jordan DeCicco about his journey with Super Coffee from high school basketball with Zack to dropping out of college and starting a company with his brothers. Also, we checked in with Kris Bryant for his birthday,...
53 min
181
Steven Souza, 2020 Cubs, Last Episode of 2020
We welcome Steven Souza Jr. to The Compound. We talk 2020 Cubs, recovering from knee surgery, and his DR experience. Our last episode of 2020 thank you for all the support.
44 min
182
Charity Announcement, Surprise Rizzo Call, Free...
We announce the charity benefiting from our partnership with Through My Eyes, talk offseason progress, have a surprise Rizzo call and make our free agent predictions.
30 min
183
Desert Island Top 3, Non-Tenders
After a crazy week, we talk about non-tenders across the league and bring back a fan favorite Desert Island Top 3 things to do after the Pandemic.
30 min
184
The Big 40, Checking in on Cubs, Worst and Best
A Compound classic returns in Worst and Best and Ian has a worst. We check in with Alec Mills to wish him a happy birthday and see how his offseason is going. Some big news Instagram Live Thursday, Fan Friday, WrigleyThroughMyEyes.com.
27 min
185
Ryan Dempster, The Masters
We welcome Candian Hall of Famer and World Series Champion Ryan Dempster. The host of Off The Mound on Marquee Network, Ryan shares how the show started and talks about his career. Plus the boys talk about the Masters and Dustin Johnson's dominance.
45 min
186
Thank You, Theo
Theo Epstein has stepped down from his position with the Chicago Cubs. We talk about our reactions, what Theo has meant to our careers and what this means moving forward.
23 min
187
Director Of Morale, Offseason Ideas, Rule Changes
We welcome back the Director of Morale DOM Frederic as our first repeat guest. We talk Cubs offseason ideas, rule changes, golf and the Masters.
45 min
188
Checking in on Rizzo, World Series Reaction, Le...
New Segment! Checking in on Cubbies with our first guest Anthony Rizzo. Reaction to the World Series and Mike Trout is the best player in baseball.
23 min
189
Fan Episode 2.0, Worst and Best, Most Embarrass...
The second Compound Fan Episode! We answer fan questions about embarrassing moments, interacting with other players, and more. Plus another T-Shirt Tuesday
30 min
190
We Have An Intern, Game 7's, World Series Matchup
The Compound officially has an intern! Big news, listen to our hard-hitting interview questions. The boys talk about the playoffs and an exciting World Series matchup.
28 min
191
The Morale Episode with DOM Frederic
This one is all about MORALE. The Director of Morale for the Chicago Cubs DOM Frederic joins The Compound. We talk Cubs what it means to be a loyal fan and get fired up about Cubs baseball.
38 min
192
The Season is Over, Fan Question of The Day, Wh...
The Cubs season is over. Offseason depression is in full effect. The guys talk about the end of the season, the Tigers search for a new manager, and what the podcast will look like this offseason.
28 min
193
NL Central Champs, 2020 Postseason Preview
The Cubs win the NL Central for the 3rd time in 5 years. We give our thoughts on this year's postseason. Cubs/Marlins Wild Card Series Playoff Baseball
23 min
194
Alec Mills Talks No-Hitter
Alec Mills joins The Compound to talk about his legendary No-hitter. Inside stories and perspectives of the no-no, Sunday night baseball and Dakota's diet.
37 min
195
Clutch JHey, Fans in the Playoffs, Parce Bets
We recap the comeback win against the Brewers, talk about the start of football, seeing fans in the stadiums, and what the US Open might be like this week.
24 min
196
Zack Got Traded, Ian's Eyeball
There's a lot happening this week! Zack got traded and he's now a Detroit Tiger, Ian fouled a ball off his eye, the Cubs are still in 1st.
27 min
197
Jackie Robinson Day, Dakota Vs Friend of the Po...
The Compound has a new sponsor CUTS Clothing, promo code COMPOUND for 15% off or cutclothing.com/compound. This week we talk Jackie Robinson day, Ian almost had to go pants up in Cincy, Dakota striking out KB, and Robo Umps.
28 min
198
Cubs-White Sox, Nobody Panic, Playoffs
Nobody panic the Cubs are in first place. We're talking Cubs-Sox, PGA Tour Playoffs, NBA Playoffs. Will MLB do a playoff bubble??
26 min
199
Cubs Hitting Coach Anthony Iapoce, Get on the B...
The Compound welcomes Cubs hitting coach Anthony Iapoce. The man behind The Bus, the driver of The Bus. We talk big league hitters and how crazy the day to day can be.
40 min
200
All Star Break 2020, Is That So
Cubs have the weekend off aka All Start Break 2020. We talk Cubs hot start, PGA Championship, Is That So and Cubs Rotation. And we're giving away shirts again! Is That So shirt challenge!!
29 min