Best World Problems With Alex And Kyle Podcasts (2025)

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Summer of Opportunists: Aaron Judge Isn’t Hot Yet; Early MVP Watch; One Year of Paul Skenes 1:09:05

7h ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss whether Aaron Judge will continue to improve this season, if Tim has given up on the Orioles, what’s the temperature of the trade market, the Red Sox's options at first base, and the Zach Wheeler as the best kept secret in baseball. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his top-three MVP candidates in each league, the R…

1
Trombone: Clown Car Takes Atlanta; Aaron Judge is Peerless; Teoscar Hernandez on Defending His Derby Title 41:08

3d ago41:08

41:08

The Clown Car with Buster, David Cone, Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez leaves Truist Park on foot while talking about an ego building win for the Braves, the Dodgers needing Dustin May to round into form, the Red Sox losing Triston Casas for the season the and ensuring infield debate, the Rangers slow start, the Cubs down another starting pitcher, an…

1
Popcorn the Cat: Janet Marie Smith on Dodgers Stadium CF; Mariners Swinging; Baseball Birthdays 1:03:02

6d ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss their favorite birthday gifts they’ve received, the Mariners’ exciting offensive start, if four NL West teams are better than any team in the American League, and the Braves grinding toward .500 after a brutal start. Plus, Sarah Langs has an essay on birthdays and the best baseball birthdays. Then, influential stad…

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Dinner’s Ruined: Baltimore’s Biggest Problem; Can the Rockies Win at Coors Field?; Tyler Glasnow Goes on IL 59:42

7d ago59:42

59:42

Hembo and Buster discuss the Phillies, which team should take a shot on Sandy Alcantara, Max Fried’s superpower, why Baltimore’s biggest problem is NOT its pitching, what is preventing Julio Rodríguez from reaching his potential and how the National League became so superior. Then, Tim Kurjian stops by to talk about his being fired from his lawn ca…

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Piggy Bank: Clown Car Declares Phillies Back; Devin Williams Out as Yankees Closer; Dansby Swanson on Oiling His Glove 41:38

10d ago41:38

41:38

The Clown Car whips around Chicago with Buster, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and David Cone. The guys discuss whether the Phillies are officially back, positives from Philadelphia’s bullpen, Pete Crow-Armstrong feeling like Chicago, Kyle Tucker dropping clues about free agency, the Yankees relieving Devin Williams of his closer duties, and a fan verb…

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Hitting Conditions: Cubs GM Jed Hoyer Goes Deep on Pete Crow-Armstrong; Buster Top 5 Teams; Mets Sweep Phillies 53:14

13d ago53:14

53:14

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the best centerfielders in baseball, something feeling off with the Phillies, the Mets having enough pitching, an encouraging Mariners nugget, and if the A’s could sneak into the playoffs. Then, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer stops by to talk about the evolution of Pete Crow-Armstrong, what sepa…

1
Bobblehead: Another Wild Game at Wrigley; Mets' Hot Start; A's Promote Nick Kurtz; Reviewing Steinbrenner Field 1:12:34

14d ago1:12:34

1:12:34

Hembo and Buster discuss a wild walk off win for the Cubs over the Dodgers, Aaron Judge’s historic start, panic or patience for three closers, why it’s the perfect time to trade Byron Buxton and Corbin Caroll packing a punch. Then, Todd Radom reviews his trip to George M. Steinbrenner Field, shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the…

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From His Tuchus: Fernando Tatis Jr. on His Dad’s Advice to Improve His Swing; Clown Car Hits Houston 45:59

17d ago45:59

45:59

Buster, David Cone, Eduardo Perez and Karl Ravech ditch the Clown Car and opt walk from Daikin Park back to the hotel. The guys discuss Luis Arráez colliding with Mauricio Dubón, Fernando Tatis Jr. operating at a different level, the painful start to the Orioles’ season, Max Fried’s near no-hitter and Ronald Acuna Jr. attacking the Braves on X. The…

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Pickleball: Cubs Need Pitching Help; Padres at No. 1; World Series Ring 58:27

20d ago58:27

58:27

Jesse Rogers and Buster discuss Spencer Strider’s sharp return, pickleball taking over MLB clubhouses, the Padres climbing to No. 1 in the power rankings, and why the AL West is where you want to be. Then, Todd Radom shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond and administers the weekly quiz. Next, Sarah Langs on James Wood. Later, Jessica Mendoza talks a…

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Virtualizing Kubernetes: Efficiency and Developer Experience with Lukas Gentele from Loft Labs 37:24

21d ago37:24

37:24

In this episode of the ShipTalk podcast, co-host Eric Minick talks with Lukas Gentele, co-founder and CEO of LoftLabs, about revolutionizing Kubernetes infrastructure through virtualization. Lukas shares his entrepreneurial journey starting from age 16 and explains how his company pivoted to create vcluster, a technology that virtualizes Kubernetes…

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Emissions Test: The Clubhouse Director Greg Whiteley; Juan Soto Saying The Quiet Part; Alex Bregman What If 1:09:43

21d ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Hembo and Buster discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.’s crazy low strikeout rate, a world in which the Cubs decided to challenge the Dodgers, the Red Sox defense still looking ugly and Ben Rice’s hot start. Then, the director of Netflix’s "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox" Greg Whiteley stops by to talk about Justin Turner’s pivotal role in creating th…

1
Heckuva Buffet: Cubs’ Big Weekend; Tyler Glasnow on Dodgers’ Clubhouse Vibes; Justin Steele Out for the Season 37:24

24d ago37:24

37:24

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster pile into the Clown Car after the Chicago Cubs’ very good weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Cubs’ strong defense up the middle, Justin Steele’s season-ending injury, the Padres’ three-consecutive shutout and what will determine the NL West. Then, Tyler Glasnow talks about the media circus…

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Realer Than I Thought: Buster’s Top 5; Indecisive Blue Jays Pay the Price; Jake Peavy on Spencer Schwellenbach 1:05:33

27d ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s extension with the Blue Jays is one of the best player deals ever, if Kyle Tucker will stick with the Cubs and the Call Cags Up Movement. Plus, are the Cubs offense, Giants pitching and Mets pitching for real? Then, Jake Peavy talks about how pitchers attack a torpedo bat, the Reds’ pit…

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Something is Askew: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a Blue Jay for Life; Pete Alonso on a Tear; Is the Dodgers Defense Championship Caliber? 59:36

28d ago59:36

59:36

Hembo and Buster discuss the Marlins infield getting weird, Pete Alonso looking much more comfortable, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract impacts Kyle Tucker’s future earnings, if Hunter Greene is becoming an ace, potential superstardom for Kristian Campbell, and buying stock on Jacob Wilson. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the Blue Jays waving th…

1
New Suits: Statement Sweep from the Red Sox; Giants Atop the NL West; Ravy Chats with Kristian Campbell 37:46

1M ago37:46

37:46

David Cone, Karl Ravech and Buster pile in the Clown Car to discuss the Red Sox’s emphatic sweep of the Cardinals, Rafael Devers coming out of his slump, Alex Bregman fitting in perfectly, the Cardinals reaping what it sowed following a quiet offseason, the Giants standing over the Dodgers and Padres and the Rangers running hot out of the gate. The…

1
How Many Enemies: Players React to Top 100; Torpedo Bat is Overhyped; Braves in Trouble; Ballpark & Beyond 46:16

1M ago46:16

46:16

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss ESPN Top 100 MLB players list, the players' reaction to the list, why they can't abide by Aaron Judge being at No. 4, why the torpedo bat chatter will blow over soon, Jorge's thoughts on the Dodgers' chase for 117, and the Braves 0-7 start. Then, Todd Radom returns for the 2025 to share his weekly Ballpark & Beyond…

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Paintball Gun: Torpedo Bats Explode Onto the Scene; Jurickson Profar Suspended; Garrett Crochet & Jackson Merrill Extended 1:06:43

1M ago1:06:43

1:06:43

Hembo and Buster discuss the Dodgers’ feasible path to 117 wins, the San Diego Padres extending Jackson Merrill and the Boston Red Sox extending Garrett Crochet, Aaron Judge chasing a number you won’t expect, and whether they’re panicking over Roki Sasaki and Rafael Devers. Then, Eric Hosmer talks about his reaction to the torpedo bats, how worried…

1
Validated: Clown Car First Weekend Impressions; Padres Sweep Braves; Yankees Unleash Torpedo Bats; Rafael Devers Struggles 39:43

1M ago39:43

39:43

Karl Ravech and Buster chat following the Padres’ sweep of the Braves to start the season. They discuss a validating series win for San Diego, the Yankees deploying the torpedo bats, Aaron Judge’s magical start, Rafael Devers struggling as a new DH, if Roki Sasaki will land in the minor leagues soon, and other first weekend impressions. Then, Sarah…

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Driving to San Diego: Clown Car Recap of Opening Day 44:08

1M ago44:08

44:08

It’s a Clown Car edition of the podcast! David Cone, Eduardo Perez and Buster are in a car driving to San Diego following Dodgers-Tigers on Opening Day. They discuss the vibes around a 3-0 Dodgers team, the Tigers possible offensive struggles, which players dazzled on Opening Day, the Yankees needing their youth movement to produce, how worried the…

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Opening Day 2025: Jeff Passan Hates Making Picks; Joe Buck Returns to the Baseball Booth; Orioles & Mets Previews 1:22:52

1M ago1:22:52

1:22:52

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss Jeff’s regrets picking the Brewers to win the NL Central, why they like the Braves over the Phillies in the NL East, the AL East being impossible to predict, if the Yankees will make the playoffs and why everyone is sleeping on Jackson Merrill. Then, Joe Buck stops by ahead of his return to the baseball broadcast boot…

1
This Perplexes Me: Shane McClanahan Injured; Blue Jays Optimistic about Signing Vlad Jr.?; Mariners & Nationals Previews 55:32

1M ago55:32

55:32

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Shane McClanahan going down for the Rays, Tanner Bibee getting a new contract with the Guardians, Mark Shapiro expressing unfound confidence about the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. situation and the sudden passing of Brett Gardner's son. Then, Rayn Divish previews the Mariners and Charlie Slowes previews the Nationals. Plus,…

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All Eyes: Chandler Simpson on His Love of Stealing Bases; Picking Division Winners; Rangers & Royals Previews 1:04:27

2M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss Roki Sasaki’s MLB debut, how they would line up the Dodgers rotation, the latest oh Shohei Ohtani’s pitching rehab, and all of their division and wild card winners. Then, Rays shortstop Chandler Simpson on when he first realized he was fast, watching Tony Gwynn on YouTube, talking trash on the basepath and his elit…

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Palpable Pressure: Ron Howard on “Fight For Glory,” Growing Up a Dodgers Fan; First Impressions from Dodgers-Cubs in Tokyo 1:09:26

2M ago1:09:26

1:09:26

Jesse Rogers and Buster talk about the first game of the MLB season and offer their first impressions of the Dodgers and Cubs. Plus, Spencer Strider wows in his Spring Training return, who popped for Jesse as he traveled around camps and the AL East appears wide open. Then, Ron Howard stops by to talk about his new project “Fight for Glory: 2024 Wo…

1
Preseason Rumble: Picking NL & AL MVP, Cy Young, Rookie Of the Year, Pennant Winners, Worst Record 1:21:34

2M ago1:21:34

1:21:34

Tim Kurkjian, Hembo, David Schoenfield and Buster preview the 2025 MLB season by drafting the winners of the AL MVP, NL MVP, AL Cy Young, NL Cy Young, AL Rookie of the Year, NL Rookie of the Year, AL Pennant, NL Pennant, and the team with the worst record. Then, Dan Shulman previews the Blue Jays, and Susan Slusser preview the Giants. Later, Sarah …

1
ShipTalk S03E08 - From Motocross to Microservices (Kyle Galbraith, CEO of depot.dev) 40:28

2M ago40:28

40:28

In this episode, Dewan sits down (virtually) with Kyle Galbraith, co-founder of Depot, to explore his unique journey from motocross videographer to startup founder. Kyle shares how his early experiences in film and programming shaped his approach to solving technical problems, and why he co-founded Depot to tackle the challenge of slow build proces…

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Irreplaceables: Bobby Witt Jr. Dodges Series Injury; Jim Rice Clashes with Red Sox; Vibes out of Astros Camp; Phillies & Yankees Previews 49:19

2M ago49:19

49:19

Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss the most irreplaceable players in the league, Eduardo raising his eyebrow over the Rafael Devers situation in Red Sox camp, Jim Rice clashing with Red Sox baseball ops, why Eduardo likes the Astros over the Rangers in the AL West, and which player he’s expecting a huge bounce back season. Plus, Tom McCarthy previews…

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Summer of Opportunists: Aaron Judge Isn’t Hot Yet; Early MVP Watch; One Year of Paul Skenes 1:09:05

1
Trombone: Clown Car Takes Atlanta; Aaron Judge is Peerless; Teoscar Hernandez on Defending His Derby Title 41:08

1
Popcorn the Cat: Janet Marie Smith on Dodgers Stadium CF; Mariners Swinging; Baseball Birthdays 1:03:02

1
Dinner’s Ruined: Baltimore’s Biggest Problem; Can the Rockies Win at Coors Field?; Tyler Glasnow Goes on IL 59:42

1
Piggy Bank: Clown Car Declares Phillies Back; Devin Williams Out as Yankees Closer; Dansby Swanson on Oiling His Glove 41:38

1
Hitting Conditions: Cubs GM Jed Hoyer Goes Deep on Pete Crow-Armstrong; Buster Top 5 Teams; Mets Sweep Phillies 53:14

1
Bobblehead: Another Wild Game at Wrigley; Mets' Hot Start; A's Promote Nick Kurtz; Reviewing Steinbrenner Field 1:12:34

1
From His Tuchus: Fernando Tatis Jr. on His Dad’s Advice to Improve His Swing; Clown Car Hits Houston 45:59

1
Pickleball: Cubs Need Pitching Help; Padres at No. 1; World Series Ring 58:27

1
Virtualizing Kubernetes: Efficiency and Developer Experience with Lukas Gentele from Loft Labs 37:24

1
Emissions Test: The Clubhouse Director Greg Whiteley; Juan Soto Saying The Quiet Part; Alex Bregman What If 1:09:43

1
Heckuva Buffet: Cubs’ Big Weekend; Tyler Glasnow on Dodgers’ Clubhouse Vibes; Justin Steele Out for the Season 37:24

1
Realer Than I Thought: Buster’s Top 5; Indecisive Blue Jays Pay the Price; Jake Peavy on Spencer Schwellenbach 1:05:33

1
Something is Askew: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a Blue Jay for Life; Pete Alonso on a Tear; Is the Dodgers Defense Championship Caliber? 59:36

1
New Suits: Statement Sweep from the Red Sox; Giants Atop the NL West; Ravy Chats with Kristian Campbell 37:46

1
How Many Enemies: Players React to Top 100; Torpedo Bat is Overhyped; Braves in Trouble; Ballpark & Beyond 46:16

1
Paintball Gun: Torpedo Bats Explode Onto the Scene; Jurickson Profar Suspended; Garrett Crochet & Jackson Merrill Extended 1:06:43

1
Validated: Clown Car First Weekend Impressions; Padres Sweep Braves; Yankees Unleash Torpedo Bats; Rafael Devers Struggles 39:43

1
Driving to San Diego: Clown Car Recap of Opening Day 44:08

1
Opening Day 2025: Jeff Passan Hates Making Picks; Joe Buck Returns to the Baseball Booth; Orioles & Mets Previews 1:22:52

1
This Perplexes Me: Shane McClanahan Injured; Blue Jays Optimistic about Signing Vlad Jr.?; Mariners & Nationals Previews 55:32

1
All Eyes: Chandler Simpson on His Love of Stealing Bases; Picking Division Winners; Rangers & Royals Previews 1:04:27

1
Palpable Pressure: Ron Howard on “Fight For Glory,” Growing Up a Dodgers Fan; First Impressions from Dodgers-Cubs in Tokyo 1:09:26

1
Preseason Rumble: Picking NL & AL MVP, Cy Young, Rookie Of the Year, Pennant Winners, Worst Record 1:21:34

1
ShipTalk S03E08 - From Motocross to Microservices (Kyle Galbraith, CEO of depot.dev) 40:28

1
Irreplaceables: Bobby Witt Jr. Dodges Series Injury; Jim Rice Clashes with Red Sox; Vibes out of Astros Camp; Phillies & Yankees Previews 49:19

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