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We Love Our Team

By: Randy Freking and Jack Greiner
  • Summary

  • Join Jack Greiner and Randy Freking and their guests for a podcast devoted to the Cincinnati Reds. They will answer the existential question of why so many people love the Reds or as the song goes, why are so many people batty about Cincinnati? Our podcast will feature Reds fans from far and wide. Our guests will include well known people who are Reds fans, including authors who have written books about the Reds, celebrities who are long time Reds fans, social media Influencers, and other other personalities. GO REDS!

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Episodes
  • Episode 17: Walk The Moon's Eli Maiman - Shut Up And Dance!
    Jun 25 2024

    Cincinnati's own famous guitarist, Walk The Moon's Eli Maiman, joins the show. In this episode, Eli talks about his love for the Cincinnati Reds and his experiences as a fan. He shares memories of playing baseball as a kid and his position as a first baseman.

    Eli also discusses his transition from sports to music and the role of imagination in both. He recalls attending Reds games and the unique experience of playing music at the ballpark. Eli shares his favorite moments as a fan and reflects on the impact of music in his life.

    Eli discusses his early musical journey, joining the band, and his experiences performing at stadiums and with other artists like Taylor Swift. He also talks about the face painting tradition of Walk the Moon, his extensive guitar collection, and his love for the Cincinnati Reds.

    The conversation concludes with a discussion about the challenges of playing in large venues and the possibility of having Eli's version of 'Smoke on the Water' played after every home run at Reds games.

    Shut Up and Dance!

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    42 mins
  • Episode 16: Mike Suter, What It's Like To Be The Father Of A Big League Pitcher
    Jun 18 2024

    In this fascinating episode, which was recorded before the 2024 season, Randy and Jack interview Mike Suter, a lifelong Reds fan and the father of major league pitcher Brent Suter who signed with the Reds in January, 2024. They dive into Brent's journey to the major leagues, from his time at Moeller High School in Cincinnati, at Harvard, and his draft day experience and his minor league career. The episode continues with a discussion about Brent's path to the major leagues and his success as a pitcher. I

    Mike discusses his experience following Brent's career in the minor leagues and his call-up to the majors. Mike shares his nervousness as a parent watching Brent pitch and the special moments he has been able to attend. He also talks about the challenges of being a Reds fan while Brent played for other teams and his excitement when Brent signed with the Reds. Mike highlights Brent's passion for the environment and his children's book, as well as the similarities between Milwaukee and Cincinnati as baseball cities.

    The trio discuss Mike's Reds fandom, his favorite players, and his first game as a Reds fan. They also talk about Mike's athletic background and his experience playing with Barry Larkin. Mike shares his favorite moments as a Reds fan, including the 1972 pennant win and the 1975 World Series.

    He concludes by expressing his hope for a Reds World Championship with Brent on the team.

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    39 mins
  • Episode 15: Ohio Governor Mike Dewine - NO POLITICS, just baseball
    Jun 11 2024

    Reds fan and Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine discusses his lifelong love for the Cincinnati Reds and his early memories of the team. He recalls the 1956 Reds team and players like Ted Kluszewski, Johnny Temple, and Roy McMillan. Governor DeWine shares a story about his father attending the 1939 World Series and throwing a silver dollar to his friend to get into the game.

    He also talks about his favorite Reds player, Johnny Temple, and his own experience playing baseball as a child. The conversation touches on Waite Hoyt's broadcasting, attending games at Crosley Field, and the excitement of Opening Day. Governor DeWine shares his experiences as a Cincinnati Reds fan and discusses trades in Reds history, highlighting the trade that brought Joe Morgan to the Reds as an extremely good one and the trade of Frank Robinson as the most infamous trade.

    The governor also talks about his love for baseball and how many politicians are avid sports fans. He shares his thoughts on the changes in Major League Baseball, including the designated hitter rule and the pitch clock. Governor DeWine also discusses his family's ownership of a minor league baseball team,

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    37 mins

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