As a Miami Marlins broadcast associate, I produced a weekly “Beyond the Bases” podcast for the team’s website. Each interview aims to entertain fans with off-the-field anecdotes from players and front office personnel.
Neil Walker shares his perspective on how the game has changed since his father and uncle played professional baseball in the 1970s
Curtis Granderson discusses baseball’s efforts — and the work that still needs to be done — to revive the sport in inner-city areas
President of Baseball Operations Michael Hill discusses fatherhood and gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at how trades are made
Clinton LumberKings manager Mike Jacobs discusses his transition from playing in the Mexican League to managing teenagers in Iowa
Hear what role the “Field of Dreams” played in jumpstarting Chad Mulholland’s career as a groundskeeper
Marlins 2018 first-round pick Connor Scott reflects on the challenges of transitioning from high school to professional baseball
The longest tenured Miami Marlins employee, Rock Hughes, shares some stories from his time as a clubhouse manager
Marlins prospect Isan Diaz details the emotions of being traded twice early in his career and reveals what role his family has played in his success
Nick Neidert joins the podcast from Spring Training to share his thoughts on the upcoming season, video games and living with teammates
Acquired in the offseason J.T. Realmuto trade with Philadelphia, Will Stewart shares his thoughts on the “business” side of baseball
Marlins Park Director of Game Presentation Matthew Mendez details the behind-the-scenes work of creating an enjoyable fan experience