Ballpark Nation, USA https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com Ballpark Nation is a coast-to-coast baseball road trip that celebrates the stories, people, and passion that make the game more than just what happens between the lines.

Hosted by Jim Christopher and Alyssia Rivera, each episode takes you inside a different ballpark—from Major League icons to hidden Minor League gems—where history, culture, and community collide. Along the way, they sit down with team executives, players, broadcasters, and fans to uncover what makes each stop unique.

From quirky promotions and unforgettable mascots to deep-rooted traditions and local flavor, Ballpark Nation is as much about the journey as it is the game. Whether you’re a lifelong baseball fan or just love a great road trip story, this is your all-access pass to the heart of America’s pastime.

New episodes drop weekly. Grab your glove, hit the road, and join the nation.

]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 10:05:57 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Sports:Baseball 1440 episodic jamesdziedzic jamesdziedzic No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22197964/BN_Podcast_logo_copybpvqb.jpg Ballpark Nation, USA https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com 144 144 Ballpark Nation Season 2 Recap Ballpark Nation Season 2 Recap https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/ballpark-nation-season-2-recap/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/ballpark-nation-season-2-recap/#comments Thu, 21 May 2026 10:05:57 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/924265c6-234e-3de7-9517-9bcaf00f9225 ⚾️ The road trip is complete… and ALL of #BallparkNation Season 2 is NOW LIVE!

From the legendary Durham Bulls to the El Paso Chihuahuas, Route 66 adventures, West Texas baseball, the Toledo Mud Hens, and finishing under the lights of New York Yankees — Season 2 took us coast to coast chasing the stories, people, history, food, and passion that make baseball special.

⚾ Ballparks 🎥 Behind-the-scenes moments 🌭 The Weiner Scale 📍 Road trip adventures ❤️ The people who make baseball home

Thank you to every team, guest, and fan who welcomed us along the way. Season 2 is officially in the books. Time to binge the whole journey.

]]> ⚾️ The road trip is complete… and ALL of #BallparkNation Season 2 is NOW LIVE!

From the legendary Durham Bulls to the El Paso Chihuahuas, Route 66 adventures, West Texas baseball, the Toledo Mud Hens, and finishing under the lights of New York Yankees — Season 2 took us coast to coast chasing the stories, people, history, food, and passion that make baseball special.

⚾ Ballparks
🎥 Behind-the-scenes moments
🌭 The Weiner Scale
📍 Road trip adventures
❤️ The people who make baseball home

Thank you to every team, guest, and fan who welcomed us along the way. Season 2 is officially in the books. Time to binge the whole journey.

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 129 2 9 full "The Bronx Bombers: A Very Yankee Finale" (Ballpark Nation S2, Ep 8) "The Bronx Bombers: A Very Yankee Finale" (Ballpark Nation S2, Ep 8) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/the-bronx-bombers-a-very-yankee-finale-ballpark-nation-s2-ep-8/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/the-bronx-bombers-a-very-yankee-finale-ballpark-nation-s2-ep-8/#comments Thu, 14 May 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/a32d51ed-c1f4-3057-b5a2-24ccd0d25835 In the season finale of Ballpark Nation, Jim and Alyssia head to the Bronx to visit historic Yankee Stadium, home of the legendary New York Yankees. Surrounded by one of baseball’s most passionate fanbases, they sit down with Yankee fan content creators Chris Vitali, Emily Nyman, and Mike Nelson to talk about the past, present, and future of being a Yankees fan. It’s a fitting finale celebrating the history, passion, and enduring culture of the game.

 

 

]]> In the season finale of Ballpark Nation, Jim and Alyssia head to the Bronx to visit historic Yankee Stadium, home of the legendary New York Yankees. Surrounded by one of baseball’s most passionate fanbases, they sit down with Yankee fan content creators Chris Vitali, Emily Nyman, and Mike Nelson to talk about the past, present, and future of being a Yankees fan. It’s a fitting finale celebrating the history, passion, and enduring culture of the game.

 

 

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 2186 9 full "Heading Out to Mud Hens Territory to Braves Country" (Ballpark Nation S2, Ep 7) "Heading Out to Mud Hens Territory to Braves Country" (Ballpark Nation S2, Ep 7) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-7-from-mud-hens-territory-to-braves-country/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-7-from-mud-hens-territory-to-braves-country/#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e5ca4233-b5a4-37f8-9a21-87c450e56e90 Jim and Alyssia travel to Toledo to experience one of Minor League Baseball’s most historic franchises, the Toledo Mud Hens. At Fifth Third Field, they sit down with Mud Hens VP and GM Erik Ibsen to talk about the team’s legacy and its place in the city’s baseball tradition. The episode also takes a trip to Atlanta, where Alyssia finally gets to visit the home of her beloved Atlanta Braves, marking a special stop on the Ballpark Nation journey.

]]> Jim and Alyssia travel to Toledo to experience one of Minor League Baseball’s most historic franchises, the Toledo Mud Hens. At Fifth Third Field, they sit down with Mud Hens VP and GM Erik Ibsen to talk about the team’s legacy and its place in the city’s baseball tradition. The episode also takes a trip to Atlanta, where Alyssia finally gets to visit the home of her beloved Atlanta Braves, marking a special stop on the Ballpark Nation journey.

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1790 7 full "Baseball on Route 66: The Mother Road to St. Louis and the Inland Empire" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 6) "Baseball on Route 66: The Mother Road to St. Louis and the Inland Empire" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 6) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-5-route-66-the-mother-road-to-st-louis-and-the-inland-empire/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-5-route-66-the-mother-road-to-st-louis-and-the-inland-empire/#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/2802976b-7a73-3e26-8111-1f0a37933db8 Jim and Alyssia hit the road along America’s most famous highway to visit the Inland Empire 66ers at San Manuel Stadium. Along the way, they explore the rich history of Route 66 and its connection to the communities that baseball calls home. The episode features a visit with Steve Wendt, the longtime voice of the 66ers, and a stop with the St. Louis Cardinals, tying the spirit of the Mother Road to the game’s enduring legacy.

]]> Jim and Alyssia hit the road along America’s most famous highway to visit the Inland Empire 66ers at San Manuel Stadium. Along the way, they explore the rich history of Route 66 and its connection to the communities that baseball calls home. The episode features a visit with Steve Wendt, the longtime voice of the 66ers, and a stop with the St. Louis Cardinals, tying the spirit of the Mother Road to the game’s enduring legacy.

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1606 5 full "West Texas Hardball" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 5) "West Texas Hardball" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 5) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-6-west-texas-hardball/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-6-west-texas-hardball/#comments Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/62807308-f014-3178-a9d8-ae9e97d437d4 Jim and Alyssia head deep into West Texas to experience baseball on the high plains. The journey begins in Amarillo with the Amarillo Sod Poodles at Hodgetown, where they visit with team president Tony Ensor to talk about the club’s rapid rise and the passion of Panhandle baseball fans. The road trip continues to Abilene to meet the Abilene Flying Bison, where VP Cat Duguay shares the story behind the city’s growing baseball scene and its community connection.

 

Inland Empire 66er: www.milb.com/inland-empire

St. Louis Cardinals: www.mlb.com/cardinals

 

]]> Jim and Alyssia head deep into West Texas to experience baseball on the high plains. The journey begins in Amarillo with the Amarillo Sod Poodles at Hodgetown, where they visit with team president Tony Ensor to talk about the club’s rapid rise and the passion of Panhandle baseball fans. The road trip continues to Abilene to meet the Abilene Flying Bison, where VP Cat Duguay shares the story behind the city’s growing baseball scene and its community connection.

 

Inland Empire 66er: www.milb.com/inland-empire

St. Louis Cardinals: www.mlb.com/cardinals

 

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 2479 6 full "SeaWolves, Pirates, and a Lot of Arrr" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 4) "SeaWolves, Pirates, and a Lot of Arrr" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 4) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-4-seawolves-pirates-and-a-lot-of-arrr/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-4-seawolves-pirates-and-a-lot-of-arrr/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/3897c34d-2387-331a-b5ed-07edaab8f2e1 Jim and Alyssia embrace their inner buccaneers in a special “Talk Like a Pirate” themed episode. The adventure begins in Erie with the Erie SeaWolves, where they visit UPMC Park and sit down with team president Greg Coleman to talk about the club and its place in the city’s baseball culture. The journey continues in Pittsburgh with a stop to see the Pittsburgh Pirates, tying the episode together with a fun, pirate-themed celebration of baseball from lakefront Erie to the Steel City.

 

Erie SeaWolves: www.milb.com/erie

Pittsburgh Pirates: www.mlb.com/pirates

 

]]> Jim and Alyssia embrace their inner buccaneers in a special “Talk Like a Pirate” themed episode. The adventure begins in Erie with the Erie SeaWolves, where they visit UPMC Park and sit down with team president Greg Coleman to talk about the club and its place in the city’s baseball culture. The journey continues in Pittsburgh with a stop to see the Pittsburgh Pirates, tying the episode together with a fun, pirate-themed celebration of baseball from lakefront Erie to the Steel City.

 

Erie SeaWolves: www.milb.com/erie

Pittsburgh Pirates: www.mlb.com/pirates

 

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 2650 4 full This Is Spokane Baseball — And It Means Something (Ballpark Nation S3 Production Preview This Is Spokane Baseball — And It Means Something (Ballpark Nation S3 Production Preview https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/this-is-spokane-baseball-%e2%80%94-and-it-means-something-ballpark-nation-s3-production-preview/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/this-is-spokane-baseball-%e2%80%94-and-it-means-something-ballpark-nation-s3-production-preview/#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:46:58 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/84a7c1dc-b97a-3079-ad0a-56be8e79ca66 jamesdziedzic false No 126 20 full "Hoppin’ in Greensboro & Rockin’ with the Rockies" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 3) "Hoppin’ in Greensboro & Rockin’ with the Rockies" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 3) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-3-hoppin-in-greensboro-rockin-with-the-rockies/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-3-hoppin-in-greensboro-rockin-with-the-rockies/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/f6e4af28-88bb-38d3-bf36-98ba0e26b038 Jim and Alyssia visit First National Bank Field to experience the fun and fan energy of the Greensboro Grasshoppers. They meet with Grasshoppers executive Tim Vangel, explore the ballpark atmosphere, and take in one of Minor League Baseball’s most entertaining game-day environments. The episode also includes a stop with the Colorado Rockies, continuing the Ballpark Nation journey across the baseball landscape.

]]> Jim and Alyssia visit First National Bank Field to experience the fun and fan energy of the Greensboro Grasshoppers. They meet with Grasshoppers executive Tim Vangel, explore the ballpark atmosphere, and take in one of Minor League Baseball’s most entertaining game-day environments. The episode also includes a stop with the Colorado Rockies, continuing the Ballpark Nation journey across the baseball landscape.

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1663 3 full "We're going east and a mile high! From Greensboro to Denver!" BN S2 Ep3 teaser "We're going east and a mile high! From Greensboro to Denver!" BN S2 Ep3 teaser https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/were-going-east-and-a-mile-high-from-greensboro-to-denver-bn-s2-ep3-teaser/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/were-going-east-and-a-mile-high-from-greensboro-to-denver-bn-s2-ep3-teaser/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/4672bedb-504e-3388-998b-a49ecfa40861 Baseball… but now we’re going a mile high 🌄⚾

New #BallparkNation drops Thursday!

We hit the Greensboro Grasshoppers: https://www.milb.com/greensboro

Colorado Rockies: https://www.mlb.com/rockies

—and it gets wild:

🐜 grasshoppers

🏔️ mountain views

🍺 ballpark brews

⚾ big league vibes

Yeah…..this one is all over the place!

]]> Baseball… but now we’re going a mile high 🌄⚾

New #BallparkNation drops Thursday!

We hit the Greensboro Grasshoppers: https://www.milb.com/greensboro

Colorado Rockies: https://www.mlb.com/rockies

—and it gets wild:

🐜 grasshoppers

🏔️ mountain views

🍺 ballpark brews

⚾ big league vibes

Yeah…..this one is all over the place!

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 59 19 full "Border Baseball: Chihuahuas & Padres" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 2) "Border Baseball: Chihuahuas & Padres" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 2) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-2-border-baseball-chihuahuas-padres/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-2-border-baseball-chihuahuas-padres/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/c60b4ac4-64da-3b37-b0ae-f7eb2b2c7a3a Jim and Alyssia head west to El Paso to experience baseball on the border with the Triple-A El Paso Chihuahuas at beautiful Southwest University Park. Along the way, they explore the deep baseball history of the region, make a quick stop in San Diego to connect the Padres pipeline, and sit down with Chihuahuas General Manager Brad Taylor to talk about building one of Minor League Baseball’s most successful franchises.

]]> Jim and Alyssia head west to El Paso to experience baseball on the border with the Triple-A El Paso Chihuahuas at beautiful Southwest University Park. Along the way, they explore the deep baseball history of the region, make a quick stop in San Diego to connect the Padres pipeline, and sit down with Chihuahuas General Manager Brad Taylor to talk about building one of Minor League Baseball’s most successful franchises.

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 2273 2 full Baseball border-town chaos: Episode 2 drops tomorrow. Baseball border-town chaos: Episode 2 drops tomorrow. https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/baseball-border-town-chaos-episode-2-drops-tomorrow/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/baseball-border-town-chaos-episode-2-drops-tomorrow/#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:54:34 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/4e14b212-8a16-356d-a99b-9a6bff40e7cb Baseball… but make it border-town chaos 🇺🇸

New #BallparkNation drops Thursday!

We hit the

El Paso Chihuahuas: https://www.milb.com/el-paso

San Diego Padres: https://www.mlb.com/padres

—and it gets wild:

🌭 weiners

🍺 drinks

🐕 dogs

✈️ fighter jets

Yeah… this one’s different. Link in bio.

Connect with Ballpark Nation YouTube: https://buff.ly/KT4Ai0o

Apple Podcast: https://buff.ly/qTZtr0L 

TikTok: / jimchristopheraut

Instagram: / jimchristopherwriter X: https://x.com/ballparknation

]]> Baseball… but make it border-town chaos 🇺🇸

New #BallparkNation drops Thursday!

We hit the

El Paso Chihuahuas: https://www.milb.com/el-paso

San Diego Padres: https://www.mlb.com/padres

—and it gets wild:

🌭 weiners

🍺 drinks

🐕 dogs

✈️ fighter jets

Yeah… this one’s different. Link in bio.

Connect with Ballpark Nation YouTube: https://buff.ly/KT4Ai0o

Apple Podcast: https://buff.ly/qTZtr0L 

TikTok: / jimchristopheraut

Instagram: / jimchristopherwriter X: https://x.com/ballparknation

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 54 8 full "Getting Wild and Wool-E with the Durham Bulls" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 1) "Getting Wild and Wool-E with the Durham Bulls" (Ballpark Nation S2 Ep 1) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-1getting-wool-e-with-the-durham-bulls/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/episode-1getting-wool-e-with-the-durham-bulls/#comments Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:55:53 -0300 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/225e5595-6669-388a-804c-f1f3ba7e9720 Jim and Alyssia kick off the journey in Durham, North Carolina, home of the legendary Durham Bulls. From the history of one of Minor League Baseball’s most iconic teams to five surprising facts about the city itself, they explore what makes Durham a must-visit baseball destination. The episode also features a special conversation with Bull Durham star William O’Leary, sharing stories from one of baseball’s most beloved films.

]]> Jim and Alyssia kick off the journey in Durham, North Carolina, home of the legendary Durham Bulls. From the history of one of Minor League Baseball’s most iconic teams to five surprising facts about the city itself, they explore what makes Durham a must-visit baseball destination. The episode also features a special conversation with Bull Durham star William O’Leary, sharing stories from one of baseball’s most beloved films.

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 2220 2 1 full "The Amazin' Mets" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep10) "The Amazin' Mets" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep10) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/the-amazin-mets-ballpark-nation-s1-ep10/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/the-amazin-mets-ballpark-nation-s1-ep10/#comments Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:21:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/d975f7b0-74eb-3e5a-b974-2ebd5d4df7a6 This week we're in Queens NY hanging with the Ny Mets and it was...amazin'.

]]> This week we're in Queens NY hanging with the Ny Mets and it was...amazin'.

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1932 18 full "Woodpeckers and the Devils In Baggy Pants" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep 9) "Woodpeckers and the Devils In Baggy Pants" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep 9) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/woodpeckers-and-the-devils-in-baggy-pants-ballpark-nation-s1-ep-9/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/woodpeckers-and-the-devils-in-baggy-pants-ballpark-nation-s1-ep-9/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:19:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/4085775a-3bde-3084-b79f-c7bbdc2adacf In this week’s "Ballpark Nation," takes viewers on an unforgettable journey to Segra Stadium, home of the Fayetteville Woodpeckers. We talk the Woodpeckers, Fort Liberty, Baseball and the Military and the 'Devil's in Baggy Pants.'

]]> In this week’s "Ballpark Nation," takes viewers on an unforgettable journey to Segra Stadium, home of the Fayetteville Woodpeckers. We talk the Woodpeckers, Fort Liberty, Baseball and the Military and the 'Devil's in Baggy Pants.'

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1768 17 full "Rollercoaster - Riding The Brooklyn Cyclone" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep8) "Rollercoaster - Riding The Brooklyn Cyclone" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep8) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/rollercoaster-riding-the-brooklyn-cyclone-ballpark-nation-s1-ep8/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/rollercoaster-riding-the-brooklyn-cyclone-ballpark-nation-s1-ep8/#comments Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:16:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/8e946852-a06a-3610-8484-3899742711f5 In this episode of "Ballpark Nation," host Jim heads to MCU Park, home of the Brooklyn Cyclones, to experience the lively game day atmosphere of minor league baseball. Jim explores the charming ballpark, highlighting its breathtaking views of Coney Island Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com Brooklyn Cyclones: https://www.milb.com/brooklyn

]]> In this episode of "Ballpark Nation," host Jim heads to MCU Park, home of the Brooklyn Cyclones, to experience the lively game day atmosphere of minor league baseball. Jim explores the charming ballpark, highlighting its breathtaking views of Coney Island Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com Brooklyn Cyclones: https://www.milb.com/brooklyn

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1589 16 full "One If By Land, Two If By Grounder" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep7) "One If By Land, Two If By Grounder" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep7) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/one-if-by-land-two-if-by-grounder-ballpark-nation-s1-ep7/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/one-if-by-land-two-if-by-grounder-ballpark-nation-s1-ep7/#comments Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:13:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/be8bc323-b978-3bf3-a059-624a8aa47b8f In this exciting episode of "Ballpark Nation," host Jim explores the electric game day experience at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philadelphia Phillies and a trip to America's Past. Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com Philadelphia Phillies:

]]> In this exciting episode of "Ballpark Nation," host Jim explores the electric game day experience at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philadelphia Phillies and a trip to America's Past. Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com Philadelphia Phillies:

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1374 15 full "Jurassic Pork - The Iron Pigs" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep6) "Jurassic Pork - The Iron Pigs" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep6) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/jurassic-pork-the-iron-pigs-ballpark-nation-s1-ep6/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/jurassic-pork-the-iron-pigs-ballpark-nation-s1-ep6/#comments Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:05:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/2bf92c7c-e99e-3bbe-be62-4e982d25f827 We visit the Iron Pigs and its Dinosaur Night. A party thousands of years in the making. Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com LeHigh Valley Iron Pigs: https://www.milb.com/lehigh-valley

]]> We visit the Iron Pigs and its Dinosaur Night. A party thousands of years in the making. Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com LeHigh Valley Iron Pigs: https://www.milb.com/lehigh-valley

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1514 14 full "Playin' Ball IN The Twin Cities" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep5) "Playin' Ball IN The Twin Cities" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep5) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/playin-ball-in-the-twin-cities-ballpark-nation-s1-ep5/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/playin-ball-in-the-twin-cities-ballpark-nation-s1-ep5/#comments Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:54:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/c5ab8b3d-9edd-3d2b-a628-10cc4778c4c4 We're in Minnesota for the Minnesota Twins and the St. Paul Saints Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com St. Paul Saints: https://www.milb.com/st-paul Minnesota Twins: https://www.mlb.com/twins

]]> We're in Minnesota for the Minnesota Twins and the St. Paul Saints Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com St. Paul Saints: https://www.milb.com/st-paul Minnesota Twins: https://www.mlb.com/twins

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1553 13 full "Project Firefly" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep 4) "Project Firefly" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep 4) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/project-firefly-ballpark-nation-s1-ep-4/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/project-firefly-ballpark-nation-s1-ep-4/#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:38:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/63682501-13d5-37b4-ab0c-0beb151575bd We venture to Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies, where the game day experience is bursting with family fun and excitement. And...its Star Wars night!

 

We're visited by the baseball themed supergroup, 'The Baseball Project"

Columbia Fireflies: https://www.milb.com/columbia

The Baseball Project: https://baseballproject.net/ 

]]> We venture to Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies, where the game day experience is bursting with family fun and excitement. And...its Star Wars night!

 

We're visited by the baseball themed supergroup, 'The Baseball Project"

Columbia Fireflies: https://www.milb.com/columbia

The Baseball Project: https://baseballproject.net/ 

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 2364 12 full "MOONSHOTS: Blast off From Sugar Land and H-Town" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep3) "MOONSHOTS: Blast off From Sugar Land and H-Town" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep3) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/moonshots-blast-off-from-sugar-land-and-h-town/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/moonshots-blast-off-from-sugar-land-and-h-town/#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:34:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/506b357d-7016-3e46-8993-522b8b51f3bc Join us on an exciting adventure as we explore the vibrant world of the Corpus Christi Hooks, the Double-A affiliate of the Houston Astros! Ballpark Nation takes viewers beyond the baseball diamond, diving into the heart of Corpus Christi, Texas. www.ballparknationusa.com Sugar Land Space Cowboys: https://www.milb.com/sugar-land Houston Astros: https://www.mlb.com/astros

]]> Join us on an exciting adventure as we explore the vibrant world of the Corpus Christi Hooks, the Double-A affiliate of the Houston Astros! Ballpark Nation takes viewers beyond the baseball diamond, diving into the heart of Corpus Christi, Texas. www.ballparknationusa.com Sugar Land Space Cowboys: https://www.milb.com/sugar-land Houston Astros: https://www.mlb.com/astros

]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1745 11 full "Hooked on The Hooks of Corpus Christi' (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep2) "Hooked on The Hooks of Corpus Christi' (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep2) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/hooked-on-the-hooks-of-corpus-christi-ballpark-nation-s1-ep2/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/hooked-on-the-hooks-of-corpus-christi-ballpark-nation-s1-ep2/#comments Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:22:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/6b58cecd-e386-33bf-941a-518c7a595ea3 Join us on an exciting adventure as we explore the vibrant world of the Corpus Christi Hooks, the Double-A affiliate of the Houston Astros! Ballpark Nation takes viewers beyond the baseball diamond, diving into the heart of Corpus Christi, Texas.

Ballpark Nation: www.ballparknationusa.com

Corpus Christi Hooks: https://www.milb.com/corpus-christi

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]]> jamesdziedzic false No 1670 10 full "Go Cubs Go! - Sweet Home Chicago" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep1) "Go Cubs Go! - Sweet Home Chicago" (Ballpark Nation S1 Ep1) https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/go-cubs-go-sweet-home-chicago-ballpark-nation-s1-ep1/ https://jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/e/go-cubs-go-sweet-home-chicago-ballpark-nation-s1-ep1/#comments Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:51:00 -0400 jamesdziedzic.podbean.com/79f74429-032b-3d30-8245-7e3b13081c83 In this captivating episode of "Ballpark Nation," host Jim visits the iconic Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, where baseball history comes alive.

]]> In this captivating episode of "Ballpark Nation," host Jim visits the iconic Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, where baseball history comes alive.

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