Coop is solo this week as he gives us his top 5 moments from The Big Swing Podcast. Will CJ McCollum, Joe Kelly, or even a marble racing broadcaster make number one? Strip may not be here yet, but we have a new segment where he is sort of with us. DeAndre Hopkins is a beast! Will his amazing week make him the Beast of the Week? SUBSCRIBE and be a SWINGER!  - 06:41 – Top 5 Moments Follow us on social media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram (@BigSwingPodcast) & Twitter (@bigswingpodcast) - Ross Stripling: Instagram (@ross_stripling) & Twitter (@RossStripling) - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter (@coopersurles) A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A lot has happened in the past couple weeks regarding Ross and him being traded to the Toronto Blue Jays. He stops by and gives us a quick message as he prepares for a playoff push with his new team. A lot of great pitchers have been on the show like Clayton Kershaw, Rich Hill, and David Price. So we are sharing the best highlights from our top interviews. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and write a REVIEW!  Follow us on social media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram (@BigSwingPodcast) & Twitter (@bigswingpodcast) - Ross Stripling: Instagram (@ross_stripling) & Twitter (@RossStripling) - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter (@coopersurles) A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Is it time for a comeback? 3x All-Star, Scott Kazmir talks about his new team (Eastern Reyes del Tigre) as he is currently in the Constellation Energy League. Scott has played for numerous organizations like the Los Angeles Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays but there’s one team he envisions himself playing for when he looks back. This week's Beast of the Week, Coop is joined by their Big Swing's producer, Anthony Silva, AKA “Fake Klay,” as they tip their cap to Jamal Murray.  - 01:08 – Guest Interview with Scott Kazmir - Instagram (@scottykaz) - Twitter (@scottkazmir19) Follow us on social media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram (@BigSwingPodcast) & Twitter (@bigswingpodcast) - Ross Stripling: Instagram (@ross_stripling) & Twitter (@RossStripling) - Cooper Surles: Instagram  & Twitter (@coopersurles) A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

NFL Kickers have one of the hardest yet one of the most under appreciated jobs in the NFL. Jacksonville Jaguars Kicker, Josh Lambo, gives us insight into his mentality when preparing for a game and what it was like to play with Johnny "Football" Manziel. With the MLB Trade Deadline approaching, will the Dodgers make any moves despite having the best record in baseball? Strip gives his thoughts about that, and the greatness that is Mookie Betts. This week's Beast of the Week has some young studs as Luka Doncic is lighting it up on the court. 09:29 – Guest Interview with Josh Lambo - Instagram - @JoshLambo4 - Twitter - @JoshLambo Follow us! - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram(@BigSwingPodcast) & Twitter(@bigswingpodcast) - Ross Stripling: Instagram (@ross_stripling) & Twitter (@RossStripling) - Cooper Surles: Instagram (@coopersurles) & Twitter (@coopersurles) Get Merch! www.BigSwingPodcast.com A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Want the latest college football news and analysis? We have you covered as ESPN College Football analyst, and broadcaster Kirk Herbstreit joins The Big Swing. With the college football season in doubt, Herbstreit explains the difficult decisions that lie ahead for conference commissioners and should college athletes get paid? Do you ever wonder after over 20 years of being on College GameDay why Herbstreit does not age? He gives us his secret ingredient. Strip and Coop give their Beast of the Week as there are athletes that are on a complete tear. Do not forget to SUBSCRIBE, write a REVIEW, and be a SWINGER!  07:47 – Guest Interview with Kirk Herbstreit - Instagram - Twitter Follow us on social media! - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The episode you have all been waiting for! An exclusive interview with Dodgers Pitcher, Joe Kelly as he gives us the entire scoop on what happened in the recent incident against Carlos Correa and the Astros. When an athlete is suspended it is usually for good reason. However, in Kelly’s case, he is not buying it and is calling the MLB out as he prepares for his appeal. It is usually a nice conversation when you run into a friend in the elevator, but what if it's someone you don’t like? Well, Kelly explains what would happen if he ran into Correa in an elevator. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE, write a REVIEW, and come be a SWINGER!  Follow us on social media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Big Swing is having a big throwback with a rerelease episode with NBA Star Guard, CJ McCollum. When chasing your dream there can be plenty of doubts and hardships. McCollum explains what helped him push through and how he finally got his shot in the NBA. In any professional sport, film study is pivotal for success. McCollum goes over his obsession for film study and the measures he takes to ensure he has an edge on his opponent.  01:21 – Guest Interview with CJ McCollum (Instagram) (Twitter) Follow the Big Swing! - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week's episode that was suppose to be with Dodgers pitcher, Joe Kelly has been rescheduled for later this week due to Joe’s MLB hearing for his appeal. However, the show must go on. Although the episode is shorter this week. Strip and Coop talk Dodgers baseball and Clayton Kershaw’s strong 2020 debut. Whether it is blue collar players or a potential MVP, if you have a great week, you will be rewarded with the Beast of the Week.  - Follow us on social media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The NBA Season is starting back up and the Lakers are one of the teams preparing to make a championship run. Lakers Guard and 2x NBA Champion, Danny Green talks all things in the Disney World enclosed bubble as he is adjusting to his new temporary space. With the Beast of the Week, you never know who Strip and Coop will choose, “possibly someone out of this WORLD!” Review, subscribe and be a SWINGER!   - 14:59 – Guest Interview with Danny Green - Instagram: @greenranger14 - Twitter: @DGreen_14  Swingers! Follow us on social media. - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From starting off his baseball career as a clubhouse attendant to making plays in left field; Francisco ‘Chico’ Herrera has become a Dodgers fan favorite and discusses the fun he is having playing in the Dodgers intrasquad games. Then, ESPN’s Buster Olney has the fresh MLB scoop as he explains the possible impact having no fans in the stadium for the games will have on the players. The guys indulge a bit on their ideas of who Onley thinks will make a run to win the World Series. - 00:42 – Guest Interview with Francisco ‘Chico’ Herrera - 08:16 – Guest Interview with ESPN’s Buster Olney  Follow us on Social Media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Strip and Coop dive into Mahomes monster contract and are later joined by Toronto Blue Jays 2nd Baseman, Cavan Biggio. Cavan discusses the surprising hotel that he and his teammates have been staying at before the start of the season as well as his amazing patience at the plate. Later, Cavan explains to the guys how it feels to play baseball in Canada and having a country behind you. Of course, you do not want to miss the signature Beast of the Week!  - 15:03 – Guest Interview with Cavan Biggio - Follow us on social media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Strip and Coop talk baseball as the season is almost here. Then the guys give their MLB award predictions and Ross tests Coop’s knowledge with some trivia. Former Dodgers Pitcher and current Dodgers broadcast analyst, Orel Hershiser joins the pod. Orel discusses how the 60 game season will come with a lot of surprises, how the Dodgers are well equipped to make a run and much more. Join us Swingers and do not forget to Subscribe!  - 19:00 – Guest Interview with Orel Hershiser  Follow us on social media - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Washington Wizards Director of Health and Wellness Performance, Steve Smith joins Strip and Coop. The guys discuss baseball being back and Steve dives into the different injuries that both basketball and baseball players have as well as which sport has the better athletes. Later, they discuss the NBA bubble in Orlando as there will be challenges continuing the NBA season. To top it off, Strip and Coop give their Beast of the Week as Cooper has a number of them. Do not forget to Subscribe and write a review Swingers! Outline (mm:ss) 16:22 – Guest Interview with Steve Smith Follow us on social media Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

3x Cy Young Award Winner, Clayton Kershaw, a returning Swinger, talks with Strip and Coop. Kershaw tells us how he has been staying busy while there is no baseball, and his pitching workouts versus some talented young players. Later on, Kershaw dives into when he thinks there will be baseball, the expectations for players when winning an MVP award as well as the BLM Movement and what he has learned from it. Afterward, Strip and Coop share with us their Beast of the Week!  - 13:00 – Guest Interview with Clayton Kershaw - Clayton Kershaw: Instagram & Twitter Follow us on social media: - Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2018 All Star Pitcher, Trevor Bauer talks with Strip and Coop this week. Bauer explains what lead to him launching the ball over the centerfield wall during his time with the Indians. Later, Bauer dives into how he feels about the negotiations between the MLB Players Association and Owners and if he thinks there will be a 2020 season. Of course you do not want to miss our Beast of the Week as we have a first time recipient!  - 07:55 – Interview with Cincinnati Reds Pitcher, Trevor Bauer - Follow us on social media - The Big Swing Podcast: Instagram & Twitter - Ross Stripling: Instagram & Twitter - Cooper Surles: Instagram & Twitter  A Jam Street Media Production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cy Young award-winning Pitcher, David Price joins the show to talk if there will be baseball this year and if games should be played with some type of crowd noise. The guys discuss the great work he’s done off the field and how he has impacted Minor League players. Later, David, Strip, and Coop discuss racial inequality, the Black Lives Matter movement, and how people have been coming together and protesting as one. David also dives into his upbringing and how that has shaped him into the man he is today. David Price’s Social Media:  - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidprice14/?hl=en - Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidprice24?lang=en A Jam Street Media Production.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

HUGE Announcement!  The Big Swing Podcast has some BIG news as Ross and Coop announce they are joining a new podcast network, Jam Street Media! Jam Street Media is an up and coming podcast company that has already launched over 300 podcasts. The Big Swing Podcast officially launches June 10th and we have a lineup of great guests! The guys are thrilled to be apart of the team and we hope you Swingers are ready for what is to come. The Big Swing t-shirts with our NEW logo are coming out thanks to Sports Creatures. We are teaming up with Sports Creatures as they have creative player apparel to fans across the globe. Use our promo code “BIGSWING15” for 15% all gear. Get ready swingers because we are swinging for the fences with new episodes starting June 10th. Follow and visit Jam Street Media to get more information on their other new podcasts.  Website: jamstreetmedia.com Instagram: @jamstreetmedia1 Twitter: @jamstreetmedia Go to www.sportscreatures.com and use our 15% off Promo Code for all apparel: BIGSWING15  REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE to listen to all of The Big Swing Podcast new episodes. Be a Swinger!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Finally a LIVE Sporting Event to discuss! Strip and Coop recap The Match between Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning vs Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady. Later, Pirates Pitcher and Union Representative Jameson Taillon dives into serious topics like the difficulties of preparing for the season during this time, as well as the uncertainty of the MLB season as players want to play. Plus, fun topics, like Taillon’s favorite whiskies and other drinks. Finally, we know Memorial Day just passed so Ross and Taillon give their top 3 military movies and of course we share our Beast of the Week!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Strip and Coop talk all things The Last Dance, interview the Dodger Yard Contest Winner, name 3 weird talents, and finish with their BOTW! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigswing/message  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Harrison Barnes joins the pod to talk about being the #1 player in high school, winning a title with the Warriors, basketball coming back, and much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigswing/message  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bucks F, Pat Connaughton, joins the Big Swing to talk about his interesting path to professional sports, the NBA coming back, his top 3 NBA players ever, and much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigswing/message  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In honor episode 68, Strip, who's jersey number is 68,  answers the Swinger's questions. EPISODE SPONSORED BY: BASEBALLISM.COM --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigswing/message  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Announcer from Jelle's Marble Runs, Greg Woods, joins to tell us about the competitive sport of Marble Racing! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigswing/message  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David Dahl from the Rockies joins to talk Quarantine, playing in CO, and much more! He also joins for a Top 3 Worst Pickup Hoops Players! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigswing/message  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We discuss the state of the MLB, NBA, and NFL. WHEN WILL THEY COME BACK!? We also touch on The Last Dance, Gronk, Top 3 Voices, and BOTW! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bigswing/message  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.