Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by A’s minor league pitcher Aiden McIntyre to discuss his baseball journey, the difficulty of canceling the the 2020 minor league season and the positive atmosphere surrounding the A’s clubhouse. (1:34) McIntyre details his baseball journey(8:50) McIntyre reveals the importance of reaching out to the younger baseball fans (14:27) McIntyre discusses the challenges of the minor leagues (21:50) McIntyre reflects on the cancellation of the 2020 minor league season (28:40) McIntyre shares how he's improving his game Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Giants Coordinator of Pitching Sciences Matt Daniels to discuss the Giants’ philosophy on pitching, which players to keep an eye on this season and who is the best MLB pitcher of all-time. (1:34) Daniels discusses his role in the Giants organization(6:50) Daniels details the off-site training in 2020(12:27) Daniels reveals which MLB pitcher he wants to work with (16:50) Giants to keep an eye on in 2021 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by A’s analyst Dallas Braden to discuss the key departures of Liam Hendriks and Marcus Semien, how the A’s look heading into next season and a key player to keep an eye on in 2021. (1:34) Semien leaves Oakland, signs with Blue Jays (8:02) Which player leaving was the biggest loss for the A’s? (15:30) How do the A’s look for next season? (19:51) Should A. J. Puk be a starter in 2021? (24:15) Braden reveals who he is excited to see in 2021 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Britt Ghroli, MLB writer for The Athletic, to discuss the Hall of Fame, if Barry Bonds and Curt Schilling deserve to be enshrined in Cooperstown and the challenges of covering MLB as a woman.(2:10) How prevalent is weed in MLB? (12:45) Why is Hall of Fame voting so controversial? (21:30) Should the voting process be changed? (25:01) Ghiroli weighs in on the Mets’ situation (32:15) Ghiroli discusses the challenges of covering sports as a woman Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB pitcher Peter Moylan to discuss the success of Liam Hendriks, what it was like to pitch in the World Baseball Classic and how to build the perfect MLB bullpen.(3:40) Moylan details staying involved with baseball after retirement (7:45) Moylan shares his World Baseball Classic experience (15:30) How does mentality help with success? (25:50) Moylan weighs in on Hendriks' career(32:15) Will MLB contracts keep evolving? (35:04) What is the perfect MLB bullpen? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB player Kurt Bevacqua to discuss his friendship with former Giants manager Bruce Bochy, the legacy of Tommy Lasorda and the new era of MLB. (7:40) Bevacqua details his relationship with Bochy (17:02) Will Bochy return to MLB? (26:30) Bevacqua reminisces on his days with the Padres (32:10) Bevacqua discusses the legacy of Tommy Lasorda (40:10) Comparing eras of MLB (46:44) Bevacqua weighs in on Tatis Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt and Dalton Johnson discuss the recent offseason moves for the Giants and how the team should fill some holes moving forward. Then, they turn their attention to the A’s and discuss if Oakland should try to acquire Andrew Benintendi from the Red Sox, and break down the chances Marcus Semien returns to Oakland next season.(1:40) Giants acquire Carson Ragsdale from Phillies (8:30) Are the Giants going to acquire a big-name pitcher? (15:10) How will Giants’ offseason additions affect the roster?(21:35) A’s lose both Hendriks, Grossman in free agency (28:20) Could the A’s be players in the trade market? (32:20) Will Marcus Semien be back in Oakland next season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former MLB player Preston Wilson to discuss a number of different topics, including the experience playing during the steroid era, if Barry Bonds should make the Hall of Fame and the diversity problem currently plaguing MLB. (2:07) Wilson reveals his favorite MLB memories (8:40) Wilson breaks down the reaction to the Astros' cheating scandal(14:45) Wilson discusses playing in the steroid era(23:30) Bonds’ Hall of Fame chances (26:09) Addressing MLB’s diversity issue Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by Yankees hitting coach Rachel Balkovec to discuss a number of different topics, including the influence of Giants coach Alyssa Nakken, what it takes to be a good MLB hitter and how MLB can appeal to a younger demographic. (2:07) Balkovec details her journey to the Yankees organization(10:02) What does it take to be a good MLB hitter? (15:05) Balkovec discusses her interview with the Giants (27:50) Balkovec reveals how MLB can improve overall(35:09) How can MLB attract the younger demographic? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Balk Talk, Jessica Kleinschmidt is joined by former Major League infielder Trevor Plouffe to discuss the early years of Matt Chapman’s career, where Chapman ranks among the third basemen in MLB and his bond with Matt Olson. Plus, the duo discuss MLB's stance on marijuana, and the importance of female representation in sports.(5:07) Plouffe discusses Chapman’s early years (10:02) Who is better: Matt Chapman or Nolan Arenado?(18:20) MLB’s stance on marijuana (25:01) Plouffe details his transition to media (30:28) Plouffe shares the importance of the female voice Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.