Join Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ross Stripling and co-host Cooper Surles for the Big Swing Podcast as they connect with professional athletes and give their own analysis about a variety of topics. Listen to the Big Swing Podcast, where athletes go to talk sports.
Strider Wilson (Instagram @stridershredsallday) joins the show and brings humor and energy on a variety of topics. He discusses how doing podcasts have helped him get better at stand up. Plus, he talks about his character skills, and the funny story when he saw an all time Lakers great! The guys give their NFL picks this week, IPA’s and you do not want to miss the Top 3’s.,
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Arash Markazi, LA Times Columnist
LA Times Columnist, Arash Markazi talks all things LA Sports and the rivalry between the Lakers and Clippers. Arash discusses Kawhi Leonard going to the Clippers and the pressure that the Lakers have to deliver a championship. Then, he dive into the Rams and the physical specimen of Aaron Donald, as well as the Chargers and their challenges of finishing games. Finally, Dodgers talk and if they can bring the trophy back to LA!
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48 min
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Dodger Talk, MLB Takeaways, NFL & Fantasy Updat...
Strip and Coop holding it down as they touch on the Dodgers and how Strip is preparing for the playoffs as the season concludes. Strip also discusses the crazy home run records that teams could break this season. Later, the guys talk Fantasy Football and how they are all over the NFL on Sunday’s. To top it off, our signature Beast of the Week!
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50 min
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CJ McCollum, Portland Trailblazers Star Guard
Portland Trailblazers guard, CJ McCollum joins the podcast discussing off-season workouts and how he juggles his time. CJ goes into having his own podcast as well and how that has been a way for him to relieve stress. Later, CJ dives into his tough basketball journey and the people that played a big role in him winning an award as well as having a successful NBA career. To conclude, the guys go into dissecting film and CJ’s decision to get his degree first and eventually go pro.
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57 min
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Clayton Kershaw, NL MVP, Dodgers Starting Pitcher
The guys give their football picks for the week as some picks may surprise you. Next, 3-Time Cy Young Award winner, Clayton Kershaw discusses his good times with Strip and how their friendship has started. Kershaw discusses his ups and downs in his career and how he avoided almost being sent down to the minor leagues! Kershaw discusses his competitiveness on the field and how he just flips the switch. The guys also dive into scouting reports and how much players really read up on their opponents. Finally, Kershaw’s Challenge, and much more!
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54 min
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Alanna Rizzo, SportsNet LA Host
Strip and Coop give you their football picks and make sure to look on our social media page and see how we did. Next, SportsNet LA Host, Alanna Rizzo shares how negative social media comments and what people say to celebrities and how it can impact their family. Plus, the respect she has for the athletes in the clubhouse as well as the in’s and outs of her job. Later Alanna tells us how she avoids the Gatorade baths during the Post-game interviews. Finally, the women in the sports industry and her new foundation.
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79 min
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John Hansen, The Fantasy Guru, Fantasy Draft Sp...
The Fantasy Guru (Twitter @fantasy_guru), John Hansen drops by and dives into making his own opportunities out of college and finding his love for Fantasy Football. He took off and received a call from a company we dream of all getting a call from one day. Then, some fantasy football questions for the guru as he preaches to be the owner you want to be. Finally, the pod helps you with your upcoming Fantasy Football Draft!
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50 min
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Scott Warner, Entrepreneur
Gigg CEO, Scott Warner discusses the importance of the name “Swinger,” and some funny stories involving the name. Scott discusses his journey and his company Gigg as it helps step up your social game. Later, he dives into building brands, examples of influencers opening up to their audience, and the power that social media has for everyone. Scott discusses one key thing to teach your kids so they can succeed in the future. Finally, his love for cereal and we can not forget about the Dodgers!
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63 min
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Dodgers Pitcher, Scott Alexander
Dodgers Pitcher, Scott Alexander joins the show. The guys talk MLB Milestones & Awards like the 40-40 club, and even some interesting baseball stats. Then, they discuss who they think will win the AL and NL MVP, Cy Young, and more! Later, Fantasy Talk, as we hear who the guys will pick and what players you need to snag. To conclude, Strip and Coop finish with their Beast of the Week.
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53 min
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LA Rams WR, Josh Reynolds
Rams Wide Receiver, Josh Reynolds joins the show and talks about his opportunity to get on the field and contribute. The importance of always finding things to improve as well as Aggies football and much more! Strip and Coop talk NFL, player holdouts and the impact of players like Elliot and Gordon doing it. Fantasy Football talks and what the losers should do, maybe a tattoo?
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40 min
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Guest “Ko-Host” Kourtney Turner
Kourtney Turner “Ko-Host” with Strip. Kourtney is the wife of Dodgers 3rd basemen, Justin Turner. They play Word Sneak which is unique in his own right. Kourtney shares how she met Justin Turner and how they first met. Later on, she gets into her life as a wife of a professional athlete as it is not all sunshine and rainbows like some people think. To conclude, her betting skills in the casinos, and her charity work she has been getting into as well.
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54 min
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Tim Kurkjian, ESPN Baseball Insider
ESPN Baseball Insider, Tim Kurkjian goes over the changes in media and the importance of social media and short articles. Plus, how baseball has changed over his 40-year career as pitchers are throwing heat! Later on, what moves will be made before the trade deadline as the Dodgers and more try to make a run for the title. You can find Tim on ESPN’s Sportscenter and Baseball Tonight.
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48 min
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NBA Free Agency, Wedding Update + Madden Ratings
After a couple of weeks off, Strip and Coop are back on the pod to talk everything Dodgers and what they should do to make run for the title and Strip’s favorite place to pitch. Next, the guys dive into the Home Run Derby and how Vladimir Jr was swinging for the fences. Later, the craziness of NBA Free Agency and will the Knicks ever win? Finally, Coop’s Wedding and Honeymoon! As well as Madden Ratings.
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53 min
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Actress, Mariana Vicente
Beef between Strip and Coop!? Plus, Actress and Model, Mariana Vicente comes on and talks about what she has been up to like a tv project called Lady Justice. Mariana discusses how the show can be a tv series. She later goes into other roles she is taking on as a latina actor and some crazy hair challenges she is having while being on set.
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43 min
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Dodgers Update, Funny Story Headlines
The guys read hilarious articles about cows, fajitas, and more. We get their immediate reaction as well. Later, Fantasy Football talks as Strip and Coop dive into the articles they have read and who they are focused on drafting. To conclude the show, Q&A with Strip and Coop as they answer questions from wives to other fun topics.
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41 min
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Rich Hill, LA Dodgers Pitcher
LA Dodgers Pitcher, Rich Hill opens up about his amazing journey through the big leagues as there was doubt in the beginning. Later, the usage of analytics in his career and how one little adjustment got him throwing more strikes. Later, he discusses other changes throughout the years in his career, even the power of social media. Finally, his foundation that could use your help. It is an emotional topic for him as he talks about his kid and how he wants to help other kids.
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61 min
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MadBum vs MadMax, NBA Finals, Beast of the Week
Strip and Coop kick off the show with some NBA Breaking News! Then, dive into the battle between Madison Bumgarner and Max Muncy. Bumgarner was not happy with Max due to the home run he hit and had some harsh words. The NBA Finals, and the guys give their opinion on the NBA Champion Toronto Raptors. Plus, Kevin Durant’s injury, The US Women’s National Team, and top 3 sports uniforms.
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50 min
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Joe Davis, Dodgers Play-by-Play Broadcaster
Fox Sports announcer and Dodgers Play-by-Play Broadcaster, Joe Davis swings by and discusses his broadcasting journey, when did he start getting professional experience, as well as what made him want to be a professional broadcaster. What it is like replacing the great Vin Scully but also making sure he still is himself. Then, the importance of nailing the big call, as well as a call that Joe remembers involving Strip. To top it all off, we test Joe and even our Swingers with some memorable sports calls!
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47 min
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David Berman, CSI Actor
Strip and Coop are joined by actor, David Berman. David appeared on 16 seasons of CSI. He discusses Game of Thrones and if the show is living up the hype. Later, he goes over his role on The Blacklist. He also is a life-long Dodgers fan so baseball will be talked about a lot, and he even give us a story of the first Dodgers game he went to and how it gave him proof that there is a God!
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56 min
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Walker Buehler, Dodgers Pitcher (Re-Release)
Walker Buehler joins the show and talks about pitching and how mechanics are important when trying to throw any kind of pitch. Plus, the guys go over repetition, and how pitching machines that are designed to help pitchers, can actually hurt them. Buehler also discusses his journey as a young player and most importantly, what he does off the field.
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41 min
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Brandon McDaniel, Dodgers Director of Athletic ...
Dodgers Director of Athletic Development & Performance Science, Brandon McDaniel discusses his approach to strength and conditioning, ins and outs of his job, and many more topics that you have to hear. He also will answer which of his Dodgers players would compete best in different Olympic events and the answers may surprise you.
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46 min
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Game of Thrones, Ohtani is BACK, NBA Playoffs, ...
- The guys discuss the hit show Game of Thrones and Coop has a shocking announcement about the show! Strip and Coop break down the versatility of LA Angels Pitcher, Shohei Ohtani. Should he be just pitching or just hitting? The NBA Playoffs are here and the guys breakdown the differences between duos Harden and Paul, and Steph and Klay. Plus, the amazing buzzer beater of the claw, Kawhi Leonard. The guys give their top 3s and The Beast of the Week!
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50 min
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Cody Bellinger, Dodgers All-Star
Dodgers All-Star 1st basemen, Cody Bellinger joins the podcast and kicks off the show with a hot take on Game of Thrones. Next, he discusses his historic start to the season, and how the Dodgers hitting coaches challenged Cody in weird ways. Cody and Ross talk about their own superstitions and if they still believe in them. Later, the guys discuss the learning curve of adjusting to the big leagues and the challenges he had being a young professional in Los Angeles.
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46 min
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Jameson Taillon, Pirates Pitcher
Jameson Taillon joins the show. He discusses his coffee obsession and how he knows his coffee spots when he travels. Plus, his journey to the MLB and when he knew he was bound to play baseball. Later, Jameson dives into knowing his body and making sure he takes care of it throughout his career. He is a cancer survivor, and his cancer journey is quite different from most people. Finally, the guys talk NFL Draft picks and who will stand out this year and other fun topics.
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50 min
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Dodgers Update, Tiger Woods WINS, Game of Thrones
Tiger’s historic Masters win as he is once again on top, is he the GOAT? Strip has some big games coming up as he gives us a Dodgers update and how the team is trying to bounce back from a 6 game losing streak. Ross gives us a Game of Thrones break down comparing the books to the show, and comparing The Walking Dead to Game of Thrones. After, Strip and Coop have their Happy Wife, Happy Life segment giving the things they do to make their wife happy, and Beast of the Week.
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