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  • No Bad Hops: Crafting a Big League Career

    No Bad Hops: Crafting a Big League Career
    Dec 31 2025
    In this episode of No Bad Hops, Anthony sits down with 11-year MLB veteran Dominic Leone. Over a couple of brews, they dive deep into what it truly takes to survive and thrive in the Big Leagues for over a decade. Dominic offers an insider’s perspective on the "journeyman" life, pulling back the curtain on the emotional whiplash of playing for nine different organizations. They discuss the polar extremes of the game—from the magic of the San Francisco Giants’ historic 107-win season to the mental grind of a historically challenging year with the Chicago White Sox. Dominic opens up about the evolution of analytics and how it has changed the game, the impact of mid-season trades on life, and the moment he knew it was time to hang up the cleats and begin the next chapter of life. Be sure to follow Dominic Leone @dleone26 on Instagram to follow his journey from the field to the reel. For more beer and baseball content follow Anthony @majorleaguebrews and @nobadhopspodcast Dominic is drinking a local beer from Charleston, South Carolina, sipping on the Apple Cider Donut Ale from Edmund’s Oast Brewing Company—a seasonal, flavor-forward choice for the fall. Meanwhile, Anthony pays homage to baseball royalty with a West Coast staple: AleSmith Brewing Company’s .394 Pale Ale, famously brewed as a tribute to the legendary Tony Gwynn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 32 min
  • No Bad Hops: Diggin' for Gold

    No Bad Hops: Diggin' for Gold
    Dec 12 2025
    Join host Anthony as he sits down and has a beer with baseball card collector and Instagram personality Jason Anderson, known to the hobby community as @GinterGoldFever In this episode, Jason shares the journey of how he became a collector and, more specifically, how he developed a profound passion for the unique and eclectic Topps Allen & Ginter card sets. The conversation dives deep into Jason's ambitious collecting focus: the 2006 Allen & Ginter Master Set. He discusses the challenges and excitement of this monumental chase, including the hunt for the one elusive final card needed to complete his set. Jason also talks about the decision to launch his baseball card Instagram, the surprising community that has blossomed around his shared collecting passion, and his thoughts on the latest 2025 A & G product release. The episode culminates with the exciting story of his own unique appearance in the product—a personal autograph card that's featured in the 2025 set! Featured Brews:Jason - Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPAAnthony - Other Half Brewing (Brooklyn, NY) Juice Collector Imperial IPAYou can follow Jason @gintergoldfever on Instagram. You can follow Anthony and the podcast on Instagram @majorleaguebrews and @nobadhopspodcast And be sure to like, subscribe and leave a review for the No Bad Hops Podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 min
  • No Bad Hops: Cutting Up Cardboard

    No Bad Hops: Cutting Up Cardboard
    Aug 13 2025
    This week on the No Bad Hops Podcast, we're pouring a cold one and talking baseball with Taylor @ripzncutz a passionate Seattle Mariners supporter and a talented custom card creator, Taylor joins the show to share his unique perspective on the game and the hobby. We start our conversation by diving into the Mariners' 2025 season. Taylor gives us his take on the team's performance, their recent moves at the trade deadline, and the future of the organization with a look at their farm system. He also breaks down the stellar, MVP-caliber season of "Big Dumper" himself, Cal Raleigh. As a seasoned veteran of T-Mobile Park, Taylor provides his insider tips on how to get the most out of a game day in Seattle. He'll tell you where to find the best seats, what to eat, and, of course, where to grab a beer before or after the game. Then, we shift gears to Taylor's other passion: creating custom sports cards. He gives us a peek behind the curtain, walking us through his creative process from concept to completion. Taylor showcases some of his favorite creations and discusses how the custom card community has grown to become a vibrant and essential part of the modern sports card hobby. Beers: Taylor: Junior Session IPA from Structures Brewing (Bellingham, WA) Anthony: Clear The Benches Double Dry Hopped West Coast IPA from Other Half (Brooklyn, NY) And be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review for the No Bad Hops Podcast! You can also follow Anthony and the podcast on Instagram @majorleagurbrews and @nobadhopspodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 4 min
  • No Bad Hops Podcast: All-Star Shenanigans

    No Bad Hops Podcast: All-Star Shenanigans
    Jul 15 2025
    Batter up for a special episode of the No Bad Hops Podcast, brewed live from Round Trip Brewing Company in Atlanta, Georgia! This week, Anthony is joined by Jeff from Bricks Behind the Ivy podcast for an uncorked discussion on all things baseball and beer. We dive deep into the recent All-Star Weekend, breaking down the excitement of the Futures Game, the drama of the MLB Draft, and the big swings of the Home Run Derby. Jeff and I share our unforgettable in-person Derby experiences before shifting gears to discuss the current state of the game. Then, for all the Cubs fans out there, Jeff provides his insights on what Chicago needs to do to keep their momentum rolling into the second half of the season. And sticking with the local flavor, we wrap up with a quick chat with India, a beertender at Round Trip Brewing, who gives us the inside scoop on this fantastic Atlanta brewery. Don't forget to follow Jeff for all your Cubs talk and more @bbti_pod. And be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review for the No Bad Hops Podcast! You can also follow Anthony and the podcast on Instagram @majorleagurbrews and @nobadhopspodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h
  • No Bad Hops: Baseball, Beer and Boots in Madison, WI

    No Bad Hops: Baseball, Beer and Boots in Madison, WI
    Jun 9 2025
    Anthony is joined for an engaging conversation with Tom Alesia, the author behind "Baseball Like It Oughta Be," a book all about how the Madison Mallards became summer-collegiate baseball's top draw. Anthony and Tom discuss how the book came to life, the Mallard's relentless pursuit of creating the best fan experience, the everflowing amount of beer in Madison, Wisconsin and whether or not New Glarus Spotted Cow is overrated. Anthony is sipping on Crackin Bats, a Cracker Jack Brown Ale from Ross Brewing and Ship Bottom Brewing (NJ). Tom pours a Bud Light (the first beer sponsor of the Madison Mallards 25 years ago) and then enjoys Potosi Brewing Company Varsity Golden Ale (WI). You can follow Tom on Instagram @toma998 and you can purchase Baseball Like It Oughta Be on Amazon or at your favorite bookseller.The No Bad Hops Podcast: Swinging for the fences with twice-monthly episodes that blend a love for baseball and beer. Expect crisp analysis, questionable beer pairings, and plenty of laughs. If you're ready to dive into the world of home runs and hoppy brews, like, subscribe and leave a review. We promise, no bad hops (or bad takes) here. Follow Anthony @majorleaguebrews on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube and the show on Instagram . Major League Brews logo shirts, mascot shirts and podcast merch available from the Major League Brews TeePublic Shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 48 min
  • No Bad Hops: (Black) and Blue Jay

    No Bad Hops: (Black) and Blue Jay
    May 13 2025
    Anthony is joined by Lizzy McGuire (co-host of the Jay Bird Watching Podcast) to talk about her memories about the Blue Jays, stadium food and beer, Vladdy's extension, Bo Bichette, and the state of the 2024 Jays. Lizzy then shares about that weird night at the ballpark when she went to a BlueJays game, got hit by a 110 MPH foul ball and got her own Topps Now card. Lizzy is drinking a Left Field Brewery (Toronto, CA) ICE COLD BEER Ontario Ale and Anthony is sipping on a Daze American IPA from Tree House Brewing Company (Deerfield, MA). You can follow and find more content from Lizzy by following her on Instagram at @idiotfish The No Bad Hops Podcast: Swinging for the fences with twice-monthly episodes that blend a love for baseball and beer. Expect crisp analysis, questionable beer pairings, and plenty of laughs. If you're ready to dive into the world of home runs and hoppy brews, like, subscribe and leave a review. We promise, no bad hops (or bad takes) here. Follow Anthony @majorleaguebrews on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube and the show on Instagram . Major League Brews logo shirts, mascot shirts and podcast merch available from the Major League Brews TeePublic Shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 31 min
  • No Bad Hops: Drinking in the Infield

    No Bad Hops: Drinking in the Infield
    Apr 30 2025
    Anthony is joined by Rich from Infield Media and the Drunks on the Pond podcast to talk beer and baseball. They reminisce about the (good?) ol' days of beer and the state of the beer world today. They catch up on their favorite teams (Yanks & Phillies) and then move towards the current bottom dwellers, the Colorado Rockies and Chicago White Sox. Rich is enjoying a Slugger Unfiltered Pilsner from Sly Fox Brewing Company (Pottsville,PA) while Anthony sips on a Julius American IPA from Tree House Brewing Company (Deerfield, MA). You can follow and find more content from Rich by following @Infieldmedia on YouTube and Instagram. The No Bad Hops Podcast: Swinging for the fences with twice-monthly episodes that blend a love for baseball and beer. Expect sharp analysis, questionable beer pairings, and plenty of laughs. If you're ready to dive into the world of home runs and hoppy brews, like, subscribe and leave a review. We promise, no bad hops (or bad takes) here. Follow Anthony @majorleaguebrews on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube and the show on Instagram . Major League Brews logo shirts, mascot shirts and podcast merch available from the Major League Brews TeePublic Shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 45 min
  • No Bad Hops: The Hop Rotation

    No Bad Hops: The Hop Rotation
    Mar 26 2025
    Opening Day is on the horizon, and the anticipation is electric! In this brew-fueled episode, Anthony welcomes Paul from Rally Towel, a Mets blog, to discuss the upcoming 2025 season with a twist: a starting rotation of their favorite local beers! Forget pitching rotations; we're talking hop rotations! Join them as they crack open some seriously tasty brews straight from the "beer bullpen" and dive headfirst into the world of Mets baseball and Citi Field's beer and food scene. Be sure to follow Paul over @therallytowel on Instagram and BlueSky and subscribe to his newsletter on Substack @majorleaguebrews Anthony's Starting Rotation of Beers Ace - Juice Collector Imperial IPA from Other Half Brewing, Brooklyn, NY #2 - Warrior 21 IPA from Wolf & Warrior Brewing, White Plains, NY #3 - Sneakbox from Kane Brewing, Ocean, NJ #4 - The Gang Beats Boggs from Twin Elephant Brewing, Chatham, NJ #5 - Coors Banquet Beer from Coors Brewing Company, Golden, Colorado Spot Starter - Freshies from Tonewood Brewing, Oaklyn, NJ @therallytowel Paul's Starting Rotation of Beers Ace - Benji, Hazy IPA 6.8% from Tribus Beer Company, Milford, CT #2 - Imperial Stout Trooper Imperial Stout 9.5% from New England Brewing Company, Woodbridge, CT #3 - Superscript Imperial IPA 6% from Kent Falls Brewing Co., Kent, CT. #4 - Burst IPA 7% from Fox Farm Brewery, Salem, CT #5 - Fugu IPA 6.5% from Tox Brewing Company, New London, CT SingleCut Beersmiths - Softly Spoken Magic Spells Imperial IPA 8.6% from Single Cut Beersmiths, Astoria, NY The No Bad Hops Podcast: Swinging for the fences with twice-monthly episodes that blend a love for baseball and beer. Expect sharp analysis, questionable beer pairings, and plenty of laughs. If you're ready to dive into the world of home runs and hoppy brews, like, subscribe and leave a review. We promise, no bad hops (or bad takes) here. Follow Anthony @majorleaguebrews on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube and the show on Instagram . Major League Brews logo shirts, mascot shirts and podcast merch available from the Major League Brews TeePublic Shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 min