Dave's Dugout

By Dave Garica

I grew up with a front-row seat to the game of life, watching my dad coach some amazing athletes in the major league, all from the dugout and clubhouse. The lessons I learned weren’t just about the ga... more

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How many episodes does Dave's Dugout have?

The podcast currently has 8 episodes available.

Dave's Dugout episodes:

August 26, 2025 Ep. 8 Wake-Up Call
In this episode of Dave’s Dugout, Dave Garcia takes us back to his early days in minor league baseball with the New York Yankees and shares a powerful lesson he learned from coach José Martinez—one that has stuck with him for decades. Through the story of a grueling spring training “wake-up call,” Dave reflects on humility, perspective, and what it truly means to stay useful in life and business without letting ego take over.
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4min
July 01, 2025 Ep. 7 Tyler Palko: Thinking in Real-Time
In this episode, Dave sits down with former NFL quarterback and Solutions 21 Chief Revenue Officer & Managing Director Tyler Palko to talk about growing up as a coach’s son, life lessons from the locker room, and how those early experiences shaped his leadership philosophy today.
Host: ⁠Dave Garcia⁠
Producer: ⁠Alyssa Burley⁠
Editor: ⁠Jadyn Brandt⁠
Music: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" by E's Jammy Jams

© Copyright 2025. David Garcia. All rights reserved.
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20min
June 10, 2025 Ep. 6 Winter Ball
Dave Garcia describes how his father instilled confidence in him as a boy.
Host: ⁠Dave Garcia⁠
Producer: ⁠Alyssa Burley⁠
Editor: ⁠Jadyn Brandt⁠
Music: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" by E's Jammy Jams
© Copyright 2025. David Garcia. All rights reserved.
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7min
May 27, 2025 Ep. 5 Tootsie Rolls and Coffee Nibs
Dave Garcia recounts how his father made people feel special, unique and important.

Host: ⁠Dave Garcia⁠
Producer: ⁠Alyssa Burley⁠
Editor: ⁠Jadyn Brandt⁠
Music: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" by E's Jammy Jams
© Copyright 2025. David Garcia. All rights reserved.
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5min
April 22, 2025 Ep. 4 Jog to First
Dave Garcia conveys a lesson about giving your best every day.

Host: ⁠Dave Garcia⁠
Producer: ⁠Alyssa Burley⁠
Editor: ⁠Jadyn Brandt⁠
Music: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" by E's Jammy Jams
© Copyright 2025. David Garcia. All rights reserved.
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4min
April 08, 2025 Ep. 3 Nolan Ryan
Dave Garcia describes a story about focusing on each at bat or challenge as it comes because no matter how difficult the overall task, ultimately you will get a win.

Host: Dave Garcia
Producer: Alyssa Burley
Editor: Jadyn Brandt
Music: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" by E's Jammy Jams
© Copyright 2025. David Garcia. All rights reserved.
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5min
February 24, 2025 Ep. 2 Bullpen Snack Bar
Dave Garcia recounts the story of when his dad showed him how to manage not only him but his ball players without jeopardizing anyone's trust.

Host: ⁠Dave Garcia⁠
Producer: ⁠Alyssa Burley⁠
Editor: ⁠Jadyn Brandt⁠
Music: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" by E's Jammy Jams
© Copyright 2025. David Garcia. All rights reserved.
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5min
February 24, 2025 Ep. 1 Bucket of Balls
Dave Garica tells the story about how his dad taught him to take life's big things about break them down into small things that can be accomplished.

Host: ⁠Dave Garcia⁠
Producer: ⁠Alyssa Burley⁠
Editor: ⁠Jadyn Brandt⁠
Music: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" by E's Jammy Jams
© Copyright 2025. David Garcia. All rights reserved.
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3min

FAQs about Dave's Dugout:

How many episodes does Dave's Dugout have?

The podcast currently has 8 episodes available.