Nuts About Baseball
Baseball fans of all ages will enjoy this podcast. Join us as we discuss players and teams from all eras, as well as various notable achievements, current events, and much more. Our guest interviews and trivia contests are certain to entertain you as well.
Episodes
88 episodes
Best team from the 1980s
Who was the best team from the 1980s? Host Joe Grimme discusses the decade that produced some iconic memories in this episode. To help his analysis, he uses the Out of the Park Baseball simulator to match the 20 teams that participa...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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19:54
Mixed Nuts Series: Derek Smith Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Derek Smith, former basketball and football standout at Highlands High School, who went on to play football at the University of Kentucky. Derek talks about his playing career, as well as the re...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:01:08
Chris Hook Interview
This episode is an interview with Chris Hook, current Milwaukee Brewers Pitching Coach. Chris talks about his lifetime achievements in the NKY area, including his playing days at Lloyd and NKU, as well his coaching journey, which has now ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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56:27
Mixed Nuts Series: Chuck Keller Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme interviews Chuck Keller, who was a teacher for 34 years. Chuck talks about his teaching career, as well as battling cancer several times. Chuck's positive attitude has remained throughout it all, and...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:28
Top 10 Starting pitchers from the 1970s
The decade of the 1970s featured some phenomenal Starting pitchers, which host Joe Grimme discusses in this episode. Take a listen, as he compares his top 10 and ranks them in 8 categories to determine the best overall.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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12:30
Patrick Jones Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Patrick Jones, who helps guide high school baseball players through the recruiting process. Patrick talks about his personal journey, and he provides insight as to what colleges are looking for,...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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31:09
Mixed Nuts Series: Preview of The Game (Ohio State vs. Michigan)
In the first episode of the Mixed Nuts Series, host Joe Grimme gives his insight on THE GAME (Ohio State vs. Michigan). Enjoy a quick summary of statistics, key injuries, and other factors that provided the basis for Joe's prediction of t...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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12:49
Tom Nichols Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Tom Nichols, Director of Media Relations and Broadcasting for the Dayton Dragons (high-A minor league affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds). Tom discusses his career, as well as his experience with ...
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Season 1
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Episode 81
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50:01
Bronson Arroyo talks baseball and music
Host Joe Grimme welcomes back Bronson Arroyo, who was one of his first guests in 2024. In this episode, Bronson tells more great stories about playing with the Boston Red Sox and Cincinnati Reds. He also takes listeners behind the s...
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Season 1
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Episode 80
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43:42
Interview with Russ Skubal (father of Tarik Skubal)
In this episode, host Joe Grimme enjoys some time with Russ Skubal, the father of Tarik Skubal (2024 American League Cy Young Award winner). Russ talks about raising Tarik, and what it has been like to see him evolve to become one of the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 79
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46:09
Jake Sanford Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme interviews Jake Sanford, a former New York Yankees prospect who shares his journey from growing up in Nova Scotia to pursuing a career in baseball. Jake discusses his early sports experiences, the challenges he ...
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Season 1
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Episode 78
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57:29
Mount Rushmore Series: Toronto Blue Jays Hitters
In this episode, host Joe Grimme ranks the top 8 Toronto Blue Jays hitters of all-time, and he names the best four overall, which make his Mount Rushmore.
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Season 1
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Episode 77
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12:15
From Bat Boy in Florence to Clubhouse Manager in Texas
Host Joe Grimme talks with Hayden Stamm, Ludlow High School graduate and current Clubhouse Manager for the Double-A Midland Rockhounds. Hayden, who was on the podcast in April 2025, talks about his first season with the Rockhounds, and wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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33:24
Brothers from Highlands play baseball at Transylvania
During this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Camden and Callum McAtee, two brothers that are Highlands High School graduates, and who are now playing baseball together at Transylvania.
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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31:38
JP Donelan Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with JP Donelan, a Highlands High School graduate, who is entering his third year at Wilmington College. JP talks about his experience from childhood to now, as well as how he has become one of only ...
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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35:02
The Designated Hitter
To commemorate episode 73, host Joe Grimme talks about the designated hitter rule, which was instituted in the American League in 1973. Joe provides his analysis of the top 5 designated hitters of all-time, as he ranks them in order as to...
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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16:15
Tucker Barnhart Interview
Former Cincinnati Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart talks with host Joe Grimme during this episode. Barnhart, who won 2 Gold Glove Awards behind the plate, tells some great stories during this interview, and he explains why he decided to retir...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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1:17:40
I was wrong - the Reds DID make the playoffs
In this episode, host Joe Grimme admits he was wrong when he predicted (in his August 1 episode) that the Cincinnati Reds would not make the 2025 playoffs. Listen to a recap of how the Reds snuck in, as well as their chances to make a run...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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9:32
Vada Pinson III Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Vada Pinson III, the son of Vada Pinson, Jr. Enjoy first-hand stories from the son of Vada, Jr., who played 11 seasons for the Cincinnati Reds, and put together a great career that should place ...
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Season 1
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Episode 70
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40:02
Scott Schweitzer Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Scott Schweitzer, head coach at Campbell County High School. Scott takes a walk down memory lane to discuss his playing career, which led him to be drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals, as well as...
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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1:12:05
1990 Cincinnati Reds - How did they win the World Series?
Host Joe Grimme discusses the 1990 Cincinnati Reds and how they won the World Series during that season. Enjoy a recap of how this team, lacking any true superstars, put together a season to remember, becoming the first National League te...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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20:22
Grady Brown Interview
In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Grady Brown, long-time teacher and head baseball coach at Newport High School. Grady and his late brother, Ray, have been two of the most influential men that have given so much to the Northern ...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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59:44
Perry Barber Interview
Host Joe Grimme talks with Perry Barber, who is one of the pioneers that has helped lead the way for women umpires since 1981. Perry discusses the challenges she faced early in her career, as well as the journey she has enjoyed during the...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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1:07:57
Playoff Picture 2025
In this episode, host Joe Grimme summarizes the current Major League Baseball standings, and he talks about the teams still in the hunt for the postseason. He provides information about the strength of schedules, as well as highlighting s...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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10:51
Mount Rushmore Series: Chicago Cubs Hitters
In his first episode in the "Mount Rushmore Series," host Joe Grimme discusses the best hitters to ever wear a Chicago Cubs uniform. After revealing his top 4, he provides an analysis as to which player was the greatest Cubs hitter of all...
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Season 1
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Episode 64
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17:34