Pep Talk: Gastonia Ghost Peppers Podcast

Noah chats with Justin Wylie, Gastonia's second baseman. Wylie discusses his historic 30-home run, 20-stolen base season with Gastonia, as well as the team's preparation for the playoffs. Wylie also talks about his experience pursuing a career in broadcast journalism...

Noah chats with Brady Salisbury, Gastonia's general manager. The 26-year-old GM discusses his decision process when it comes to acquiring players and the upcoming Atlantic League postseason. Salisbury also takes part in a "Keep, Trade, Cut" segment...

Noah's joined by Gastonia starting pitcher Jake Miednik for Episode 17. "The Jewish Missile" talks about transitioning from a reliever to a starter this season, as well as his experience being on the Team Israel roster in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Miednik also explains why "Interstellar" is his favorite movie...

Noah chops it up with Gastonia starting pitcher Gunnar Kines. The southpaw discusses the usage of his changeup, as well as big-time postseason performances he's had with Gastonia. Kines also talks about his love for Esports and fantasy football...

Noah chats with Mauro "Goose" Gozzo, Gastonia's manager. Gozzo discusses his fantastic MLB debut, his connection with Wally Backman, as well as the success Gastonia has had in the franchise's four years. The skipper also talks about his daily responsibilities and explains why he's a "player's manager"...

Noah talks with Marc Flores, Gastonia's first baseman. Flores discusses his baseball journey through California, Hawaii and Mexico, as well as the importance of bonding with teammates throughout his pro career. The lefty slugger delves into what it's like being able to live out his childhood dream...

Gastonia outfielder Jacob Robson hops on with Noah for Episode 13. The former Detroit Tiger discusses his experience playing for Team Canada in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, as well as getting drafted by the Mumbai Cobras of the new Baseball United league. Robson also delves into his interactions with Miguel Cabrera after growing up a Tigers fan...

Noah brings on Gastonia starting pitcher Ryan Conroy this week. The former Baltimore Orioles farmhand discusses the effectiveness of his sinker and pitching during several rain delays this year. Conroy also talks about winning the Gastonia fantasy football championship last season...

Noah talks pitching with Gastonia reliever Nate Peden. The former New York Mets draftee explains the usage of his splitter, his Navy SEAL aspirations and his love for the "Family Guy" Star Wars episodes. Peden also reveals the time he got a phone call from Jacob deGrom...

Noah talks with Chuck Stewart, Gastonia's hitting coach. "Chuckie Ballgame" takes us on a journey through his coaching career and discusses key differences between playing ball now and in the 1980s. Stewart also pridefully chats about the success of the 2024 South Division first half champs...

Noah brings on Kevin Watson Jr. for Episode 9. Gastonia's No. 3 hitter talks about his mindset, routine and approach going into each game. The former Arizona Diamondbacks prospect also discusses the importance of having fun while competing, as well as playing guitar...

Noah is joined by Jake Gatewood, Gastonia's cleanup hitter and third baseman. The former first-round draft pick talks about his experience getting recruited in high school, sharing the field with Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani, as well as doing Pilates during the offseason...

Noah talks ball with Zac Lowther, Gastonia's ace. The former Baltimore Oriole discusses life as a girl dad and his stellar start to the 2024 season...

Noah speaks with shortstop Jack Reinheimer during Gastonia's six-game road trip in New York. The former New York Met goes through the keys to base stealing and hitting leadoff, and even discusses his viral incident from a Gastonia game last season...

Noah sits down with Eric De La Rosa, Gastonia's right fielder. The Detroit Tigers draftee takes us through his baseball journey, which includes playing ball in California and acquiring the nickname "Diesel." De La Rosa also discusses his family life and hitting in the cage with Aaron Judge...

Noah chats it up with Ian McKinney, Gastonia's player-coach. McKinney discusses his role as the team's pitching coach in addition to being a starter himself. He also talks about his experience pitching in Korea last season, his baby daughter and even about his Star Wars/Harry Potter fandom.

Noah talks to Jake Hoover, Gastonia's utility man. The Armada, Michigan native discusses his experience playing in the Texas Rangers organization, his positive mindset, and even takes some Detroit sports trivia...

Noah chats with Gabe Klobosits, Gastonia's closer. The former Washington Nationals reliever talks about his pitch mix, his experience getting called up to The Show, as well as facing Juan Soto in practice...

As we prepare for the start of the 2024 season, Gastonia players discuss the offseason, movies and favorite hobbies. Broadcaster Noah Epstein also gives the pro athletes some "Would you Rather" and trivia questions... RHP Ryan Conroy (0:17-02:32) LHP Jake Miednik (02:33-03:24) RHP Gabe Klobosits (03:25-04:54) RHP Cory Thompson (04:55-05:57) RHP Bryan Blanton (05:58-07:34) LHP Steffon Moore (07:35-...