We Love Our Team

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we chat with Cincinnati's visionary Nick Vehr about his incredible efforts to bring the Olympics and World Cup to Cincinnati, his love for baseball, and his unique insights into sports, community, and big ideas. Key Topics Nick Vehr's efforts to bring the Olympics to Cincinnati His role in the World Choir Games Insights into Cincinnati Reds history and culture...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, filmmaker Terry Lukemire shares his journey from baseball fan to documentary creator, highlighting his films about Cincinnati icons and his insights into the personalities that resonate with Cincinnati fans. Key Topics Terry Lukemire's transition from baseball fan to filmmaker Highlights of his Cincinnati sports documentaries Insights into filming Cin...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we chat with Jack and Joe Heffron, lifelong Reds fans and authors, about their deep-rooted baseball memories, favorite players, historic games, and insights into Cincinnati Reds history. Discover unique stories, key moments, and their perspectives on the game and team decisions. Key Topics: Lifelong Reds fandom and early memories Favorite Reds players and personal stori...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, Kevin Aldridge, opinion editor for the Cincinnati Enquirer, shares his journey from sports fan to influential journalist. We discuss his career, insights on Cincinnati sports, and his perspectives on community engagement and local issues. Key Topics Kevin Aldridge's career path from sports fan to opinion editor His early memories of Reds and local spo...

Send us Fan Mail Join Randy Freking and Jack Greiner for an engaging conversation with Cammy Dierking, a trailblazer in sports broadcasting, avid athlete, and lifelong Reds fan. Cammy shares her incredible journey from growing up in Cincinnati during the Big Red Machine era to making history as one of the first female sports anchors in the country. Plus, her unique insights into Reds history, memo...

Send us Fan Mail In this engaging interview, Major League Baseball scout Tom Keefe shares his extensive experience in baseball scouting, his early memories as a fan, and insights into the scouting process, player evaluation, and memorable moments in baseball history. Key Topics Baseball scouting process and evaluation Memorable moments and early memories as a fan Influence of baseball legends and...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we delve into the rich history of the Cincinnati Reds with former GM Dick Williams. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, legendary players, and insights into baseball management and fandom. Could the Reds have gotten Shohei? Mr. Williams certainly tried. Would 2012 season have turned out differently if the pitchers were not taking BATTING practice before Game 1 in SF? Di...

Send us Fan Mail In this lively episode, Jim Moehring shares stories about his deep-rooted Cincinnati baseball fandom, his journey in establishing Holy Grail, and his affectionate ties to Reds legends and memories. Whether you're a Reds enthusiast or a local history buff, Jim's insights bring the Cincinnati baseball scene to life. Jim's insights reflect a true Cincinnati sports icon...

Send us Fan Mail In this engaging episode of "We Love Our Team," hosts Jack Greiner and Randy Freking welcome Justin McGuire, a seasoned journalist and host of the podcast "Baseball by the Book." The conversation delves into Justin's early baseball fandom, his favorite players, and his career journey, including his time as a baseball editor for the Sporting News. Justin sh...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we explore Brendon Cull's journey from baseball fandom to leading the Cincinnati Regional Chamber. Discover insights on Cincinnati's community, sports culture, and economic development, all through Brendan’s engaging stories and expertise. Key Topics Brendon Cull's baseball memories and fandom Impact of professional sports on Cincinnati's economy Cin...

Send us Fan Mail Jack Greiner and Randy Freking welcome David Pepper, a lifelong Cincinnatian and former chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party. The conversation covers David's deep-rooted passion for the Cincinnati Reds, sharing nostalgic memories and discussing favorite players like Eric Davis and Ken Griffey Jr. David also talks about his political journey, his books on gerrymandering, and...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by LeRosa's Pizzeria! Listen and Win. Join us as we chat with Gary Schatz, son of Dick Schatz, a dedicated Reds fan and baseball statistician since 1992. Discover his insights on Reds history, memorable moments, and his unique perspective on the game. Key Topics Gary Schatz's baseball fandom origins Favorite Reds players and managers Memorable R...

Send us Fan Mail Join David Shannon as we explore the fascinating world of Reds fandom, historic moments, and a unique project dedicated to unmarked graves of former Reds players. Discover stories, insights, and the passion behind preserving baseball history. Key Topics Reds fandom and early memories The Unmarked Graves Project and its mission Historical Reds players and their stories The process...

Send us Fan Mail Summary Join us as Rick Redman, Vice President of Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, shares his lifelong passion for baseball, insights into the iconic brand, and memorable moments from his career. Discover the rich history of Louisville Slugger, legendary players, and the cultural significance of America's pastime. Key Topics History of Louisville Slugger Memorable Baseb...

Send us Fan Mail Three Elder Panthers share their stories about spring training, their younger fandom, favorite players, their choices for Reds Mount Rushmore, players/teams they dislike, and much more. Entertaining to say the least! Key Frameworks Lifelong fandom stories Spring training behind-the-scenes Iconic moments in Reds history Action Items Share your own Reds memories on social media Visi...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we chat with Melissa Hurd, president of the Rosie Reds, about her lifelong passion for baseball, her involvement in the Cincinnati Reds community, and her insights on the game, players, and organization. Discover how the Rosie Reds support the community and what makes baseball so special to fans like Melissa. Key Topics Melissa Hurd's baseball fandom and early memo...

Send us Fan Mail Summary Join us as we explore the rich history of the Cincinnati Reds through the eyes of Rick Walls, the executive director of the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum. Discover fascinating stories, iconic memorabilia, and insights into the legendary players and moments that define Reds baseball. Key Topics History of the Cincinnati Reds Highlights of the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Ico...

Send us Fan Mail Summary Join us as Todd Benzinger, a key player in the 1990 Reds World Series victory, shares his baseball journey, insights into team dynamics, and memorable moments from his career. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, his favorite players, and what makes the Reds special. Keywords Baseball, Reds, 1990 World Series, Todd Benzinger, Cincinnati Reds, Baseball history, Sports interv...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we dive into Reds predictions, legendary players, and memorable moments in baseball history. This episode features lively debates on team strategies, favorite uniforms, and iconic baseball movies, offering fans a rich tapestry of insights and nostalgia. Reds, baseball, team predictions, baseball movies, baseball history, player analysis, baseball uniforms, baseball mome...

Send us Fan Mail Back by popular demand! BREAKING NEWS: Santa is a Reds fan and has been a fan since the Reds inaugural season of 1869! Red Stockings? Who suggested that? Red and white uniforms? You get the idea. In this festive episode, Santa Claus joins the podcast to share his long-standing love for the Cincinnati Reds, recounting his historical connections to the team and its players. He discu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode originally published during our early days of WE LOVE OUR TEAM, Barbara Smith, President of Cincinnati based Journey Steel, joined Jack and Randy to discuss her Cincinnati Reds fandom. The youngest of eight children, Barb was a young girl who watched her father play in minor league Negro baseball, and became a Reds fan in the early 1970s when she attended a game at...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is being republished on Nov 11, 2025. An extraordinary Reds Fan: Julie Mulholland. A passionate Reds fan and social media influencer, Julie shares her journey of fandom, memorable moments at the ballpark, and her thoughts on the Reds' City Connect uniforms.  She discusses her experiences as a sports content creator, the challenges she faces, and her diverse inter...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this republished episode as the 2025-26 season begins, Jack Greiner and Randy Freking welcome Joe Sunderman and Byron Larkin, two prominent figures in Cincinnati sports history. Among other things, they discuss the changing landscape of college basketball. Joe and Byron delve into their personal experiences with the Reds and Xavier basketball, discussing the evolution o...

Send us Fan Mail S ummary FC Cincy beat the Columbus Crew in the first match of their MLS playoff series. So, we are republishing our interview of Jeff Berding, Co-CEO of FC Cincinnati. Jeff shares his journey from a passionate Cincinnati Reds fan to a key figure in the city's soccer scene. He reflects on his childhood experiences, the influence of baseball legends like Pete Rose, and the imp...

Send us Fan Mail Former Major League pitcher and Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh joins the podcast to discuss his early years as a Reds fan, his collegiate baseball career, his time in the minors, and his career as a Major Leaguer Chris shares stories about playing with future MLB stars and his unique pitching style and his famous pickoff move. Welsh also talks about his transition to broadcasting an...