Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke

This week on Talkin' Shop, the boys sit down with Super Bowl Champion and 17-year NFL quarterback Brad Johnson.
From overcoming adversity to leading at the highest level, Brad shares the lessons that shaped his career, the teammates who inspired him, and why coaching kids became his next calling after football.
It's a conversation about leadership, resilience, mentorship, and building a legacy that lasts far beyond the scoreboard.
Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, you'll walk away with timeless lessons from someone who's seen the game—and life—from every angle.

The boys are back in the shop talking about one of the most important—and most overlooked—qualities in youth sports: awareness.
How aware are you of what your players are feeling? What your words communicate? The environment you're creating?
In this episode, Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke share practical ways parents and coaches can become more intentional leaders by paying attention to the moments that matter most.
Because great coaching isn't just about teaching the game.
It's about seeing the kid in front of you.

This week on Talkin' Shop, the boys sit down with World Series Champion, Cy Young Award winner, and bestselling author Barry Zito for one of the most honest conversations we've ever had.
Barry opens up about the highest highs of his career, the struggles that nearly broke him, and the journey that helped him rediscover his identity beyond baseball.
It's a conversation about pressure, purpose, resilience, faith, and what it really means to succeed when the spotlight fades.Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or simply someone navigating life's ups and downs, Barry's story is one you won't forget.

This week on Talkin' Shop, we sit down with Cubs legend and three-time World Series champion Shawon "Pops" Dunston.
From his 18-year Major League career to the lessons he's carried into coaching, Pops shares stories about growing up, playing alongside legends, raising a baseball family, and leading with integrity. It's a conversation full of wisdom, humility, and a reminder that the greatest legacy in baseball isn't your stats—it's the people you impact.
Whether you're a parent, coach, or lifelong baseball fan, this one's for you. ⚾🎙️

This week on Talkin' Shop, we're joined by the voice of the Milwaukee Brewers, Jeff Levering.
From unforgettable moments in the broadcast booth to the people and stories that make baseball special, Jeff shares what he's learned from calling the game at the highest level. It's a conversation about baseball, relationships, and why the best parts of the game often happen far beyond the final score.
Whether you're a parent, coach, or lifelong fan, this is an episode you won't want to miss. ⚾🎙️