The Baseball Bucket List Podcast

Eryn Kane is a Phillies fan living in Columbus, Ohio whose love for baseball started in her childhood thanks to a baseball loving dad and grandma. Eryn shares how baseball connects her family across generations, and how the sport has become woven into her daily routine.

We chat about her favorite memories at the ballpark, why she believes everyone should visit a Clippers game in Columbus, and how her collection of minor league hats just seems to keep growing. Eryn also shares what it was like to meet the Phillie Phanatic, her all-time bucket list moment, and...

Joe Sheeder is a Blue Jays fan living in Toronto whose baseball journey began on a Little League field in Erie, Pennsylvania. Joe shares how a memorable home run by Dave Parker at Three Rivers Stadium sparked his lifelong passion for the game. 

We talk about his love for minor league ballparks, collecting autographs, and the simple joys of road tripping for baseball, whether it’s celebrating a birthday at Fenway or checking new states off his 50-state bucket list. Joe also shares the bucket list events he still hopes to experience, including the Midnight Sun Game in...

Paul Nickerson is a Marlins and Red Sox fan from Massachusetts whose love for the game was cemented during the Sox’s unforgettable 2004 World Series run. Paul shares memories from his earliest days playing Little League, how one of his first ballcaps still influences his fandom, and why he’s passionate about supporting minor league and collegiate summer baseball, especially the Cape Cod League.

We talk about his habit of scoring every game he attends on his iPad, the special community feeling at small ballparks, and what it was like to experience Game One of the 2018 World Seri...

Gregory Koch is a writer for Stadium Journey and Yankee fan based in Northern Virginia who’s been to 130 different ballparks. Gregory shares how his baseball journey began with a trip to Yankee Stadium as a kid, and how it’s evolved into a deep love for smaller leagues and historic community ballparks.

We talk about his visits to every ballpark in the Valley Baseball League and the Cal Ripken Senior League, how he plans road trips to maximize baseball stops, and why he prefers the energy of local teams over the big-league experience. Gregory also recounts his...

In this special episode of the Baseball Bucket List Podcast, come along on an unforgettable baseball adventure through the Pacific Northwest and up to Fairbanks, Alaska, for the iconic Midnight Sun Game. This trip was part of the Extra Innings Travel and Baseball Bucket List biennial tour, with stops in Seattle and a grand finale in Fairbanks for one of the sport’s most unique traditions, a 10 PM first pitch played entirely under natural light on the summer solstice. 

In this episode, you’ll hear stories and reflections from tour guests, local fans, and the starting pitcher for t...

Thomas Camilo is a Braves fan and music teacher based in Dallas. He shares how his love for the game started as a kid in North Carolina, watching the Kinston Indians with his grandfather and uncle, and how his grandmother helped turn him into a diehard Braves fan.

We chat about his approach to ballpark travel, including a last-minute solo trip to see the Oakland Coliseum before the A’s left, and a recent honeymoon stop at Rogers Centre that sparked a new excitement about eventually visiting Cooperstown. Thomas also reflects on his favorite ballpark moments and wh...

Paul Caputo is the host of Baseball By Design and proud member of the Curved Brim Media family. In this episode, which was recorded last fall shortly after his return from Japan, Paul shares stories from his first in-person experience with Nippon Professional Baseball.

From electric ballpark atmosphere with nonstop cheering sections to beer vendors and unique ballpark food, Paul gives us an inside look at what makes Japanese baseball such an unforgettable adventure. He also reflects on what finally pushed him to book the trip, how it shifted his perspective as a fan, and why the...

Scott Melesky is a lifelong Red Sox fan and seasoned sports journalist who has worked in and around baseball for more than three decades. Scott shares how a game between the Mets and Phillies lit the spark for his love of baseball as a kid, and how a middle-school moment of compassion for Bill Buckner turned him into a Red Sox fan for life.

We also chat about his experiences seeing the Sox play nearly every year since 1983, including being at Dodger Stadium for their 2018 World Series-clinching win. Scott also shares his contributions to several baseball books...

Tony Gillen is a lifelong Twins fan who shares how a childhood trip to the Metrodome and the magic of Kirby Puckett cemented his love for the game. That childhood  passion has evolved into a mission to visit all 30 Major League ballparks.

We chat about the how Tony got started chasing ballparks, why he’s such a big fan of baseball-centered communities, and  what it’s like to explore cities through the lens of baseball.  

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Sean Huie is a lifelong baseball fan who grew up in Michigan and now proudly roots for the New York Mets. Sean shares how his love for the game began with collecting baseball cards as a kid and watching a VHS tape of the 1984 World Series. 

We talk about how he fell in love with minor league baseball, his most recent baseball trip, and why some of his favorite moments at the ballpark have nothing to do with the final score. 

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Kenton Elmore is a Cardinals fan from Champaign, IL. Despite being a self-described casual fan, last year Kenton accomplished something most diehards only dream of—visiting all 30 Major League ballparks in one season.

Kenton shares how a single idea sparked a months-long adventure across the country, complete with 30 ballpark visits, remote work, and a few surprise lessons along the way. We talk about how he mapped out the trip, what he learned about himself during the journey, and which parks made the biggest impression.

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James Patry is a lifelong Red Sox fan from New Hampshire who is closing in on his goal of visiting all 30 Major League ballparks. James shares how his love of the game was born in the backyard where his older brother Oscar patiently pitched tennis balls to him night after night, and how baseball has remained a constant thread in his life ever since.

We hear stories of traveling with his late father to stadiums like the Metrodome and Jacobs Field, and how he plans to make Target Field the final stop on his ballpark journey as...

Bill Boyle is a lifelong Mets fan from Harvey’s Lake, Pennsylvania. He grew up surrounded by baseball—playing wiffle ball in the yard with his brothers, being coached by his father, and learning to love the game while watching Mets games with his grandmother.

Bill shares how those early experiences shaped not only his playing career through high school and college, but also his approach to coaching and giving private baseball lessons for the past 15 years. He talks about the joy of helping young players grow through hard work and consistency, and how baseball continues to serv...

Tony Ebers is a lifelong Cardinals fan from just outside of St. Louis. He shares how his love for the game was passed down through generations, starting with radio broadcasts alongside his dad and grandfather, and how seeing Ozzie Smith turn a double play in person cemented his passion for baseball forever.

We chat about the evolution of Busch Stadium, the unique hospitality of Cardinals fans, and Tony’s favorite ballpark traditions—from the seventh-inning stretch to sharing “Who’s on First” with a kid in the stands. Tony also shares his love for defense-first players like Ozzie Smit...

Alex Haenke is a lifelong Detroit Tigers fan who recently wrapped up a 17-year journey visiting all 30 Major League ballparks with his family. What started as a fun idea between Alex and his dad turned into a tradition that shaped his love of baseball, travel, and culture.

Alex shares how his ballpark chase changed as he grew up, how even his non-baseball-loving younger brother eventually got into the spirit, and how those trips inspired a broader love for exploring museums, local landmarks, and everything cities have to offer.  

We also dive into Alex’s latest goa...

John Foster is a lifelong Cincinnati Reds fan from Long Island, New York. Despite growing up deep in Mets and Yankees territory, John’s fandom was born from the Big Red Machine and a legendary on-field brawl during the 1973 NLCS. Since then, he’s stayed loyal to the Reds—no matter how long the rebuild.

John shares how his job as a flight attendant has helped him chase ballparks across the country, allowing him to visit 29 out of 30 MLB stadiums (with Truist Park still on the list). We talk about how the game has changed over time, his re...

In this episode of Extra Innings on the Baseball Bucket List Podcast, we reconnect with Gabe Lerman, a Blue Jays fan and Japanese baseball aficionado from Toronto. Gabe recently authored The JapanBall Travel Guide to Japanese Baseball, a comprehensive resource for planning your own baseball adventures in Japan. We dive into his motivation for creating the guide, his 2019 trip that sparked the idea, and how it bridges the gap between full-service tours and independent travel.

Gabe shares an in-depth look at Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), breaking down its history, league structure, postseason format, and the rich traditions...

In this episode of Extra Innings, we catch up with Kelly and Christina Robinson, a husband-and-wife duo whose passion for baseball has taken them on countless road trips and adventures over the years. Together, they’ve visited over 182 ballparks, collected unique memorabilia like plush mascots and team caps, and shared their love for the game through the creation of CBM's newest platform—the Minor League Nerd YouTube channel and podcast.

We dive into their most recent summer road trip, featuring stops at Northwoods League games, a visit to Winnipeg’s incredible ballpark food scene, and even a Fargo...

Marc and Nate Wolpoff are a father-son duo from San Diego. Together, they’ve visited all 30 MLB ballparks, attended multiple All-Star Games, and created lifelong memories centered around the sport.

Marc and Nate share stories of their favorite baseball experiences, including catching an autographed ball during a Home Run Derby and watching future stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Pete Alonso in Fall League ball. We also dive into their passion for minor league and collegiate games, and their memorabilia collection.

Find the full transcript and show notes here: https://baseballbucketlist.com/podcast/episode-171-marc-nate-wolpoff/

Jason Massopust is a life-long Brewers fan from Wisconsin who spent over two decades in a sales role for the team. We chat about his favorite memories from his 23 years with the Brewers, including the excitement of the 2008 playoff clinch, the wild final days of County Stadium (think Office Space), and what it’s like to run into local legends. We also dive into his love for baseball road trips and hear some hilarious tales from his sports travels with his friend Rob, including an epic baked potato mishap.

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