Pinstriped Palaver

Former Bleacher Creature roll call leader and current t-shirt maven Bald Vinny joins Craig to talk about the 2022 season and the current state of the franchise, as well as life on River Ave, his history with the Bleacher Creatures, time on YES Network’s “Road Trip”, and the origins of Bald Vinny’s House Of Tees. Follow him on Twitter, Instgram, and check out his collection of original Yankee tees over at BaldVinny.com.

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Craig welcomes Yankee fan, stand-up comic, and host of the “Gutting The Sacred Cow” podcast, Kevin Gootee to the show. They talk about how Kevin became a Yankee fan, some of his great Yankee memories and Stadium experiences, and his favorite baseball movies. You can follow and support Kevin and Gutting The Sacred Cow by visiting his website, following him on twitter, or subscribing to the podcast and GTSC twitter feed.

Help support the podcast by becoming a premium subscriber to the substack, purchasing a signed print or original piece of Craig’s art in his gallery store, some originally designed merch from his TeePublic shop, following Painting Pinstripes on Instagram, or just sharing these links with friends. Thanks, and let’s go Yankees!

In another (free!) bonus episode, a befuddled, exasperated Craiggers looks over the wreckage of the Yankees postseason run and wonders what, if any, actions can be taken this offseason to guarantee finally moving past the hated Astros in 2023 and into another long-awaited World Series appearance. Also, now that the season, and Craig’s responsibilities outside The Stadium, are finished, expect new episodes again every Thursday, and new Yankee artwork on a weekly basis.

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In this bonus episode, Craiggers looks back at Aaron Judge’s historic season, explains why he thinks it is perfectly fine and right to celebrate his 62nd home run, even if it is not the new MLB single season record, and why he thinks Judge is the clear MVP over Shohei Ohtani. He also looks ahead to the postseason and what we hope is a long October in the Bronx. This bonus episode is being made free to all listeners. For access to all bonus content, please become a paid subscriber.

Help support the podcast by becoming a premium subscriber to this substack, purchasing a signed print or original piece of Craig’s art in his gallery store, or some originally designed merch from his TeePublic shop. Also, be sure to swing by and see Craig and/or his art at The Yankee Twin Eatery at 844 River Ave before and after every Yankee home game.

Craig welcomes former Yankee batboy, and lifelong Yankee fan, Luigi “Squeegee” Castillo to the show to talk about his time with the team, what it was like being in the clubhouse during the late ‘90s dynasty years, his friendship with David Cone, and more. Purchase Luigi’s book, “Clubhouse Confidential”, here.

Help support the podcast by becoming a premium subscriber to this substack, purchasing a signed print or original piece of Craig’s art in his online store, or some originally designed merch from his TeePublic shop. Also, be sure to swing by and see Craig and/or his art at The Yankee Twin Eatery at 844 River Ave before and after every Yankee home game.

In the second episode of Pinstriped Palaver, Craiggers chats with NY1 reporter and lifelong, die-hard Yankee fan Stef Manisero. They talk about what it was like for her growing up being taken to every Opening Day at the Stadium with her father, then standing on the field and meeting some of her heroes at this year's Opening Day as a reporter. They also talk about her journey as a sports and news reporter, being a woman in a male dominated field, the “Hard Rock hack”, and much more about life and the Yankees.

Help support the podcast by becoming a premium subscriber to this podcast, purchasing a signed print or original piece of Craig’s art in his online store, or some originally designed merch from his TeePublic shop. Also, be sure to swing by and see Craig and/or his art at The Yankee Twin Eatery at 844 River Ave before and after every Yankee home game.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Pinstriped Palaver, the new podcast where, each week, Yankee artist Craig Mahoney and a guest palaver about the pinstripes, yammer about the Yanks, and B.S. about the Bombers. Every Thursday Craig hosts a conversation with a notable or interesting Yankee fan, writer, podcaster, blogger, or author about everything relating to the 28 time World Champion New York Yankees, their past, present, and future, Yankee Stadium experiences, great memories, and our own relationship to the team. In this episode Craig introduces himself and the podcast and lets you know a little bit about what to expect from the show as we head into the second half of the 2022 season and beyond. (Babe Ruth painting by Craig Mahoney)

Help support the podcast by becoming a premium subscriber to this podcast, purchasing a signed print or original piece of Craig’s art in his online store, or some originally designed merch from his TeePublic shop. Also, be sure to swing by and see Craig and/or his art at The Yankee Twin Eatery at 844 River Ave before and after every Yankee home game.