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Life in minor league baseball is largely beyond the player’s control. This is definitely true in the case of Ryan Shealy. A prolific power hitter in the Colorado Rockies organization, Ryan hit 180 career home runs in professional baseball but found himself stuck in the minor leagues behind Todd Helton. Without a doubt, Ryan was one of the most feared hitters in the minor leagues throughout the fir...

Shaun Larkin has been a leader his whole life. From his early days at Cypress Community College to Cal State Northridge all the way to his time in Cleveland, Shaun was an incredible teammate and leader amongst his peers. Now in charge of the Los Angeles Dodgers Minor Leaguers as the Field Coordinator, he continues that role as a leader of young men. In this episode Shaun and Keith discuss the life...

Motivation can be tough to come by when finishing a professional baseball career but this is what makes this episode’s guest, Brett Lorin, so interesting. He knew exactly what he wanted to do when he hung up the cleats and he’s never looked back. In this episode, Brett and Keith discuss the machinations of minor league baseball, betting on yourself, and becoming a franchise owner after baseball. T...

When one thinks of the most mentally and physically demanding positions in professional sports, the baseball catcher is most likely near the top of that list. There is a toughness required that goes hand in hand with the position. This week’s guest, Brian Rose definitely embodies that position and all of the necessary traits for success behind the plate. Brian grew up in Miami, playing his college...

With our podcast being based around transitions in both baseball and life, there is no better example than Jim Ed Warden. Drafted as an overhand pitcher, Jim Ed’s career was transformed after he was given the opportunity to drop down and become a sidearmer. In this episode, Jim Ed and Keith discuss his transition from throwing overhand to sidearm, becoming a true leader in the clubhouse, and the v...

For some coaching is a profession, but for many it is a calling. This is definitely true of Benji Medure, the Head Baseball Coach at Huntington Beach High School, one of the top programs in the nation. In this special two part episode, he speaks about building the HB program from 4 wins to a CIF title and eventual #1 ranked team nationally. More importantly though, he and Keith discuss the deeper...

When you think of the qualities of the quintessential ballplayer, there are very few that embody these more than Derek Nicholson. From the youngest brother dominating the high school scene, to the incredible success at the university of Florida and eventually taking that to professional baseball, “DNic” was born to hit. In this episode, Keith and Derek talk about their long winding road together,...

Whether it is on a ball field or in a board room, Logan Gelbrich is right at home. He is an entrepreneur, author and burgeoning leader in a connection based world. In this episode, Keith and Logan discuss similar beginnings, the years that molded his work ethic, and giving ourselves permission to be more than just ball players. Thanks for checking out. Please subscribe and review. Cheers!

Today’s guest would be commonly referred to as “the most interesting man in baseball” by many of his ex teammates. From shagging BP barefoot, to swapping old shower heads in the locker room on a whim, Virgil Vasquez is definitely one of a kind. Now, as a pitching coach in the Minnesota Twins organization, he has found his next passion in helping this generation’s ballplayers any way he can. In thi...

For many, coaching is not just a profession but a calling. This is definitely true for today’s guest, Andy Jenkins. Andy went from a professional baseball career to returning to coach at his alma mater, Oregon State. He is now an Assistant Coach at Cal State Fullerton, one of the top programs in America. In this episode, Keith and Andy discuss growing up playing ball in the Pacific Northwest, coac...

“Do you love this?” That is the question. In this episode, our guest Brian Lockwood and Keith discuss doing something with passion, the feeling of imposter syndrome, and dealing with adversity while chasing your dreams. Special thanks to Two Guns Espresso for the great coffee

From 50th round draft pick to pitching in Yankee Stadium, Brian Bowles enjoyed quite the career. His days in professional baseball spanned 13 years including multiple big league stints along the way. In this episode, Brian and Keith dive into perfect endings, the importance of persistence, and funny stories from the road.

When it comes to having a finger on the pulse of the game and understanding the fabric of America’s pastime, nobody does it better than Travis Chock and Baseballism. In this episode Travis, CEO and Founder of the baseball lifestyle brand Baseballism, chats with Keith about his humble beginnings in both baseball and business, where he learned to be a leader, and how baseball so often mirrors life....

Former 12-year Big Leaguer and fellow lefty, Jeff Francis (Rockies, Royals, Yankees, Reds, Athletics, Blue Jays) joins Keith in the Westy via Facetime from his home outside of Toronto. In this episode, we discuss adjusting to pro ball as a Canadian in a new country, the improbable ‘07 Rockies run to the World Series, and finishing his career for his hometown team, the Blue Jays.

Jason Burch was never your average baseball player. Currently a Senior Counsel for Uber in New York City, the former closer had stints in the Rockies, Cardinals, Orioles and Blue Jays organizations during his 6 year minor league career. With his devastating slider and preference for Jonathan Franzen, Jason always stood out in the clubhouse. In this episode, Keith and Jason discuss what it’s like t...

A conversation with Terry DeWan proves that his baseball career is only half of what makes him fascinating.  He is also an aspiring author, lead singer of the self described “shittiest cover band in the South Bay,” and deeply into ancient philosophy. In this episode Terry joins Keith in the Westy to discuss his college playing days, “stoicism” and its relationship to his coaching philosophy, and h...

In the premiere episode, former professional baseball player and film producer, Zack Parker joins Keith in the Westy to discuss the highs and lows of pro ball, his transition to life after baseball, and how the skills he learned in baseball translate to real life. Recorded by the beach in beautiful Playa del Rey, CA.