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FAQs about Balls, Strikes, and Bourbon:How many episodes does Balls, Strikes, and Bourbon have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.
May 29, 2023Episode 9: How Do You Measure Success as an Umpire?This episode features a little bit of self-reflection by Bernnie and Josh. Their seasons are over and they are taking a look back at what makes them feel successful after a game and after a season, as well as diving into some standards they have heard others use for measuring success....more45minPlay
May 07, 2023Episode 8: InterferenceThis episode features discussion about offensive, spectator, and umpire interference, and what snacks pair well with certain whiskies....more1h 34minPlay
April 30, 2023Episode 7: Rules Myths and the MSU RulebookEpisode seven of Balls, Strikes, and Bourbon features discussion between Bernnie, Josh, and three guests about common rules myths, made-up rules, whiskey, coffee, and some fun times on and off the field....more1h 24minPlay
April 23, 2023Episode 6: Working The Plate (part one)Josh and Bernnie discuss the on and off-field responsibilities of being a home plate umpire. This episode is the first of at least two that will discuss working the plate. Preparing for the game, starting the game, seeing the strike zone, and a handful of other topics are discussed, as are two delicious whiskies....more1h 38minPlay
April 12, 2023Episode 5: BalksIn this fifth episode of Balls, Strikes, & Bourbon, the guys discuss what makes an act by a pitcher legal or illegal, Josh tries a "Farm to Barrel" bourbon, and Bernnie has a tasting of three bottles that showed up on his doorstep by surprise....more1h 32minPlay
April 01, 2023Episode 4: Tips for UmpiresThis (delayed) episode features Bernnie (with maybe a drink or two too many) and Josh discussing their personal tips for learning, growing, and being consistent as an umpire. Old Fashioneds and King's County bourbon are discussed, a couple of humorous stories from games are told, and the stage is set for next week's beverages....more1h 49minPlay
March 22, 2023Episode 3: BaserunningThis week, the guys talk about the basics of properly running the bases, Josh drinks whiskey, and Bernnie drinks a gimmick-y beverage (that is actually quite tasty), the previous week's relatively-uneventful games are recapped, basketball is briefly discussed, and the stage is set for next week....more1h 8minPlay
March 15, 2023Episode 2: ObstructionThis week, Bernnie and Josh discuss their week of umpiring, Maker's Mark and Thirteenth Colony whiskies, and dip their toes into the often-turbulent waters that surround the obstruction rules in the OBR, NCAA, and NFHS rulebooks. This episode is a bit longer than the initial goal, but there was just too much content to cut down to less than an hour....more1h 11minPlay
March 05, 2023Episode 1: The Pilot EpisodeWelcome to Balls, Strikes, & Bourbon! In this pilot episode, hosts Bernnie and Josh discuss their passion for umpiring, two delicious bourbons, parenting, and their inspiration for the show....more45minPlay
FAQs about Balls, Strikes, and Bourbon:How many episodes does Balls, Strikes, and Bourbon have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.