Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke

Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke want to change the culture of youth sports. This win at all costs mentality is an epidemic, and it's doing major damage to the mental and physical health of our next generation. This podcast is meant to make coaches better coaches, parents better parents, and kids happier kids. Let's bring back the important things in life. Kindness and FUN.

Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke is a sports podcast hosted by Coach Ballgame, with 175 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Coach Ballgame hosts Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke, a sports show with 175 episodes published.

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  Did We Just SAVE Little League? | REPLAY

  Aug 17, 20261h 6m

  What if a few simple rule changes could completely transform Little League? In this episode, the boys tackle the biggest issues in youth baseball and share the rule changes—and mindset shifts—they believe would make the game more fun, more competitive, and better for every kid on the field. Did we actually save Little League? We'll let you decide. ⚾ Which change do YOU think would make the biggest difference? Drop it in the comments!

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  The Truth About Travel Ball | REPLAY

  Aug 11, 20261h 1m

  Travel ball can create incredible opportunities—but it can also bring pressure, burnout, and plenty of unforgettable stories. In this episode of Talkin' Shop , Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke dive into the realities of travel baseball, sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly from years spent coaching, parenting, and living the game. Whether you're already in the travel ball world or wondering if it's the right path for your family, this conversation will challenge assumptions, spark discussion, and remind you what matters most when it comes to developing young athletes.

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  No Scholarships. No Excuses. The Evan Longoria Story | REPLAY

  Aug 4, 20261h 1m

  This week on Talkin' Shop, Coach Ballgame sits down with three-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner Evan "Longo" Longoria. Longoria shares the unlikely path that took him from receiving zero college scholarship offers to becoming one of baseball's premier third basemen. Along the way, he opens up about perseverance, humility, preparation, and the character that sustained him throughout his career. It's an honest conversation about earning every opportunity, embracing setbacks, and becoming the kind of teammate and person others can count on. Because talent might open the door—but character is what keeps you in the game.

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  What Makes Great Teammates? With Brad Johnson | REPLAY

  Jul 28, 202659 min

  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.

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  The Aware Parent Changes Everything | REPLAY

  Jul 21, 202648 min

  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.

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