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In episode 247 of Your Dark Companion, host Mike Rhyner sits down with acclaimed sports author Tim Brown to explore the books and stories that reveal baseball from the inside out. Brown discusses his latest book Nolan, an in-depth look at the legendary Nolan Ryan and the surprising ways his time with the Texas Rangers shaped the franchise for decades to come. The conversation also dives deep into Brown's beloved cult classic The Tao of the Back Up Catcher, a meditation on baseball's most overlooked position and what it means to find purpose when your biggest dreams go unrealized. Rounding out the discussion are Brown's other celebrated works including Imperfect with Jim Abbott and The Phenomenon with Rick Ankiel, making this a must-listen episode for any serious baseball fan.

Recorded live at Dudley's on Henderson in Dallas, this episode of Your Dark Companion features hosts Mike Rhyner and Michael Gruber alongside Rob Urbans from The Clubhouse podcast as they eat their way through the menu and break down everything Dudley's has to offer for your fantasy football draft party. The crew covers the upcoming Stolen Water Media fantasy football draft on August 11th, how listeners can buy in as a scout or co-owner at stolenwatermedia.com, and upcoming events including Petty Theft live at the State Fair on September 28th and Lobster Fest at Dudley's Rockwall location August 19th through the 30th. Chef Eric stops by to talk about the inspiration behind the menu, his fine dining roots working under James Beard chefs in Dallas, and why his dry-aged pork chop just might be the best thing in the building.

Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman joins host Mike Rhyner for an in-depth conversation covering his entire journey — from being drafted first overall by the Dallas Cowboys to his 26-year broadcasting career at Fox and ESPN. Troy opens up about the legendary Jimmy Johnson and Jerry Jones dynamic, the culture of those back-to-back-to-back Super Bowl teams, and what it really took to turn the Cowboys from the worst team in football into a dynasty. He also shares details on his better-for-you beer brand Eight, his upcoming Aikman Club amphitheater project, and his obsession with biohacking and wellness.

Discover what's really happening inside the Dallas Stars organization as Mike Rhyner sits down with Dallas Morning News hockey reporter Lia Assimakapolis for a deep dive into the team's offseason moves, playoff disappointments, and uncertain future. They break down the Jason Robertson contract situation, the Mikko Rantanen trade, Tyler Seguin's injury battles, and whether the Stars still have a realistic window to win the Stanley Cup. The conversation also tackles the stunning fallout between the Stars and Mavericks over American Airlines Center and what it means for the future of professional sports in Dallas.

In episode 243 of You're Dark Companion, host Mike Rhyner sits down with legendary Dallas Morning News sports columnist Tim Cowlishaw for a wide-ranging conversation covering nearly five decades of Dallas sports history. The two discuss the current state of the Mavericks, Cowboys, Stars, and Rangers, including the looming threat of a baseball work stoppage and the debate over a salary cap. Cowlishaw also shares remarkable behind-the-scenes stories from his career, including how he unexpectedly landed the columnist job in 1998, his crash course covering the Dallas Stars, and what it was really like competing in the golden age of Dallas newspaper sports journalism.

Legendary Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers drummer Stan Lynch joins host Mike Rhyner for episode 242 of Your Dark Companion, delivering a candid and wide-ranging conversation about his life in rock and roll. Lynch opens up about growing up in Gainesville, the raw energy behind classic Heartbreakers recordings, and what it was really like playing alongside Bob Dylan, Don Henley, and Roger McGuinn. He also shares the story behind his exciting new band, the Speaker Wars, whose debut record is turning heads with its unapologetic, straight-ahead rock sound. If you love Tom Petty, classic rock history, or just great storytelling from someone who lived it all, this is an episode you cannot miss.

In this episode of You're Dark Companion, host Mike Rhyner sits down with legendary Texas Rangers TV director Dave Burchett, who spent over 37 years behind the scenes directing some of the most iconic moments in Rangers and Mavericks broadcast history. Dave shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from the TV truck, including how he captured the infamous Jose Canseco head bounce on camera and what it was like directing the Rangers' first division-clinching moment in 1996. The conversation also covers the future of regional sports broadcasting, the culture of teamwork that made the Rangers' TV crew one of the best in Major League Baseball, and the "Geezerfest" lunch gatherings featuring Rangers legends like Jim Sundberg, Steve Busby, and Tom Grieve.

Longtime Texas Rangers beat writer T.R. Sullivan joins hosts Mike Rhyner and Michael Gruber to share behind-the-scenes stories from his 32 years covering the team for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, now captured in his new book "The Texas Rangers and Me: A Baseball Writer's Thirty-Two Years in Arlington." Sullivan takes listeners through unforgettable moments including the 2023 World Series championship, the 1989 World Series earthquake at Candlestick Park, and the Rangers' heartbreaking near-misses in 2010 and 2011. From Alex Rodriguez's ice storm press conference to the franchise's legendary pitching curse, this episode is a must-listen for any Texas Rangers or baseball history fan.