Nuts About Baseball

In this episode, host Joe Grimme pays tribute to Dave Parker, who passed away on June 28, 2025, from Parkinson's Disease.  Enjoy this quick listen that recaps a great career from a man who was taken too soon.

In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Ted Giannoulas, the man who has worn the San Diego Chicken suit for over 50 years.  Ted tells stories about his antics on the baseball field, as well as when he brought Elvis Presley to his knees during one of his concerts.  Enjoy this one-of-a-kind interview from a legend like no other.

In this episode, host Joe Grimme ranks the greatest top 5 players while playing first base for the Cincinnati Reds.  Listeners may be surprised at his rankings, so take a listen to hear his analysis and see if you agree.

In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Linda Ruth Tosetti - the granddaughter of Babe Ruth.  Linda and her husband, Andy, provide stories you have probably never heard before, and you will surely enjoy listening to an actual descendant of arguably the best baseball player of all time.

Host Joe Grimme provides an update of the Cincinnati Reds season so far (after 72 games), with team and individual statistics.  He also gives a preview of what is to come over the next month, as the All-Star break quickly approaches.  

Host Joe Grimme talks with Darrel Chaney, a member of the Big Red Machine and 1975 World Series Champion, who played 11 seasons in Major League Baseball.  In this episode, Darrel tells some great stories about his career, and he discusses a book written about him.

In this episode, host Joe Grimme interviews head coaches and players from Holy Cross (softball) and Highlands (baseball), both 9th Region Champions, as they each head into the State Tournament this Friday.  

Host Joe Grimme talks with Rob Sanders, former head coach at Bellevue High School, who just retired after 20 years at the helm.  This is a great listen to someone who coached the right way - and positively affected a lot of lives along the way.  (Sponsored by Desmond Insurance)

Host Joe Grimme provides updates on the standings across the board in the MLB, as well as discussing team and individual statistical leaders.  Take a listen to get caught up on the season, which is about one-third of the way through.

In this episode, host Joe Grimme talks with Dizzy Peyton, head baseball coach at Northern Kentucky University.  Take a listen as NKU heads into the postseason as the number 2 seed in the Horizon League Conference Tournament on May 22.