Best Tanner Olson Podcasts (2025)

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Tanner Murray Is One Of The Next Great Rays Defenders (+ Venezuelan Baseball Writer Daniel Álvarez-Montes) 34:07

12d ago34:07

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On this episode, Mark Simon welcomes 2024 Rays Minor League Defensive Player of the Year Tanner Murray, who plays two infield positions and is now learning the outfield. Tanner talked about his transition to new positions and the other players on the well-loaded Durham Bulls that could be great defensive major leaguers in the future, like Carson Wi…

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Keith E. Whittington & Charles Fain Lehman: Does Federal Involvement Safeguard or Endanger Free Speech on College Campuses? 33:51

13d ago33:51

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about whether federal involvement safeguards or endangers free speech on college campuses. First on the show is Keith E. Whittington, is the David Boies Professor of Law at Yale Law School and founding chair of the Academic Freedom Alliance. La…

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From Achievement to Alignment (For Better Work AND Life) - with Kimberly Brown 52:21

13d ago52:21

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Does your life look “perfect” on paper, but feel a little off in reality? Career and leadership coach Kimberly Brown gets it — and she’s on a mission to help high-achieving women realign their careers with their core values. In this episode of THRIVE, we’re talking about how to make intentional career shifts, create better boundaries at work, and m…

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I Thought It Would Be Better Than This... - with Jessica Turner 44:06

20d ago44:06

44:06

Ever wake up one day, look around at your life, and whisper, “I thought it would be better than this”? You’re not alone. Today on THRIVE, I’m joined by Christian author Jessica Turner to talk about her new book, I Thought It Would Be Better Than This, and her journey of healing after the unexpected end of her 16-year marriage. We’re diving deep int…

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Volleyball -->Gold Glove Defense, Defensive Positioning, Scoreboard Watching (w/ Joe Mack, Katie Krall) 39:59

26d ago39:59

39:59

On this episode, we cover how playing volleyball helped a future minor league Gold Glover, got an explanation on how defensive positioning models are developed and talked about what stats belong on a baseball scoreboard. Joining Mark Simon, our first guest was Marlins prospect Joe Mack, who won a Gold Glove as a catcher last season. Joe talked abou…

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Oren Cass & Iain Murray: Can the Use of Tariffs Help Improve the U.S. Economy? 37:02

28d ago37:02

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about tariffs. First on the show is Oren Cass, Chief Economist at American Compass. Later, we hear from Iain Murray, Vice President for Strategy and senior fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. You can find Oren on X @oren_cass and Ia…

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Actually, you’re not too late - with Rebecca George 42:58

1M ago42:58

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If it feels like you’re running late to your own life - like everything is going off-book and you’re stuck in the waiting room with appointment time TBD to your biggest dreams and heart’s desires - you’re not wrong and you’re not alone. But you’re ALSO not actually late. Rebecca George - wife, author, speaker, podcaster - is no stranger to the wait…

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Fernando Tatis The Gymnast & Elly De La Cruz Brings The Joy (w/ Doug Glanville, Davy Andrews) 36:54

1M ago36:54

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On this episode, Mark Simon welcomes in ex-major leaguer Doug Glanville, FanGraphs writer Davy Andrews, and his SIS colleague, Mark Bricker. Mark and Doug talked about Doug's new baseball newsletter, Welcome To Glanville and Mark pitched 3 ideas about defense that Doug could write about (Fernando Tatis The Gymnast is one). From ideas for articles t…

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A Grown-Up Conversation on Childlike Faith - with Tanner Olson 40:23

1M ago40:23

40:23

As a kid, we learn to talk to God about anything and everything - the butterfly we chased and the friend we made and the knee we skinned and the apple we ate. And we trust Him with our deepest fears, like the monster under the bed. But what happens when we...grow up? How can we still have a childlike faith in a grown up world? "Truly I tell you, un…

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Navigating Grief as a Mom, a Christian, and a Friend - with Liz Tichenor 1:00:03

2M ago1:00:03

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*TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses infant loss, alcoholism, and suicide and may be distressing for some listeners.* If you’ve ever met deep grief and profound loss, you’re in a club that no one wants to be in. And you now know well that once you’re in, you’re in…there’s no getting out, there’s just living around it. But, hopefully, you’ll be …

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Johan Norberg & Derek Scissors: How Should the U.S. Economically Engage With China? 34:45

2M ago34:45

34:45

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about trade with and investment in China. First on the show is Johan Norberg, senior fellow at the Cato Institute. Later, we hear from Derek Scissors, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. You can find Johan on X @johanknorberg an…

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The 'All-Scrapes Team' and Breaking Down MLB's Japanese Pitchers (w/Hannah Keyser & Brandon Tew) 41:31

2M ago41:31

41:31

On this episode, Mark Simon is joined by national baseball writer Hannah Keyser and SIS operations analyst Brandon Tew. Hannah, who formerly wrote for Yahoo Sports, introduced us to her thrice-weekly baseball newsletter, The Bandwagon, which she co-authors with Zach Crizer. She shared what early-season baseball happenings surprised her and 'confirm…

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Your Fear is Lying to You. Here's Proof. - with Mary Marantz 1:05:46

2M ago1:05:46

1:05:46

Ever feel like it’s always an uphill battle to prove your worth? And if you stop pushing…what you worked so hard for will just come crashing right back down on you? As someone who went from being raised in a single-wide trailer in West Virginia to Yale law school graduate with a top photography business and a bestselling book, my friend Mary Marant…

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Brian Rankin & Howard Husock: Should the Federal Government Fund Public Broadcasting? 33:27

2M ago33:27

33:27

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about federal funding for public broadcasting. First on the show is Brian Rankin, an Adjunct Fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Later, we hear from Howard Husock, senior fellow in Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise …

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For the Burnt Out Mama Who Can't Find Rest - with Becky Thompson 47:46

2M ago47:46

47:46

Whoever coined the phrase “tired as a mother” is right up there with the inventor of sliced bread and Velcro toddler shoes. It just makes sense. What DOESN’T make sense is continuing to live in the lie that rest isn’t for you - that you don’t deserve it, that you can’t access it, or that it needs to look a certain way to make sense or be worthwhile…

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How to Spark your Creative Juices & Become a more Creative Person! - with Rose Gabler 35:40

2M ago35:40

35:40

We’re re-running this favorite episode for anyone needing a creative BOOST — because yes, YOU are full of creativity, too! Do you feel like you’re a creative person? If not...what would you say if I told you that we are ALL, in fact, inherently creative people, and you just have to ask the right question to get your creative juices flowing? Rose Ga…

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Predictions & Analysis, Minor League Hitting Coach Life + a Women's History Month Baseball Lesson (ft. Chelsea Janes, Amanda Kamekona, Myra Faye Turner) 42:26

2M ago42:26

42:26

On this episode, Mark Simon welcomes Washington Post national baseball writer Chelsea Janes, Cleveland Guardians minor league assistant hitting coach Amanda Kamekona, and children’s book author Myra Faye Turner, who gave us a Women’s History month baseball lesson. Mark and Chelsea discussed the best defensive teams entering 2025, underachievers in …

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136: I've Got Questions with Erin Hicks Moon 44:32

2M ago44:32

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I've Got Questions Erin's Substack Instagram Erin Hicks Moon is a bestselling author, podcaster, and storyteller who helps people disentangle faith by creating a kind and curious community that welcomes honest doubt and questions. She is the Resident Bible Scholar and host of the Faith Adjacent Podcast.…

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Charles Fain Lehman & Jacob James Rich: Should Online Sports Gambling Be Legal? 35:11

2M ago35:11

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the legalization of internet sports gambling. First on the show is Charles Fain Lehman, fellow at the Manhattan Institute and senior editor of City Journal. Later, we hear from Jacob James Rich, policy analyst at Reason Foundation. You ca…

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135: Dear Judah & Blooming 30:34

3M ago30:34

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All the Things I Say to God: https://www.writtentospeak.com/all-the-things-i-say-to-god Substack: https://tannerolson.substack.com/ Tour with Matt Doering: https://www.mattdoeringmusic.com/ Email: [email protected]

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How to be a More Brave Woman - with Laura Smith 37:11

3M ago37:11

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Being a woman can be so hard. But being a woman can also be so empowering - and God’s got a special place for women in His kingdom. You may have heard of Mary and Eve - maybe Ruth or Esther. But have you ever heard of Hagar? Jael? Jehosheba? There are so many incredible women in the Bible, and something they all have in common: their bravery. Laura…

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Real Organization for Real Homes - with Kallie Branciforte 35:10

3M ago35:10

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If the organizational bug didn’t bite you at the beginning of the year, NO worries…spring cleaning is right around the corner. *wink* This episode is for real people who have real jobs, real homes, and real children running amok inside them! Gone are the days of Pinterest perfection - we're here for real organization that makes sense for YOU, your …

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Grover Norquist & Jessica Riedl: Evaluating the Effectiveness of DOGE 38:45

3M ago38:45

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). First on the show is Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform. Later, we hear from Jessica Riedl, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, focusing on budget, tax, and economi…

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Listen to this if you’re curious about quitting alcohol - with Amanda Kuda 48:33

3M ago48:33

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Have you already started to sense that your relationship with alcohol is keeping you stuck in some way? Maybe you're tired of the boozy hamster wheel of splurging and detoxing every weekend? Or alternatively, maybe you've never even considered that your nightly glass of Cab Sav...isn't actually helpful - let alone that it's actually harmful? No mat…

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134: Forgiveness and Spilled Coffee 12:50

3M ago12:50

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Honest Chat + A Few Lessons I'm Taking into 2025 19:08

3M ago19:08

19:08

Welcome BACK to THRIVE! Erica kicks off this season with a behind-the-scenes look at life lately. It's an honest yap session as if we were out together for coffee, so pour yourself a fresh cup and press play! We've got an incredible lineup of episodes + guests upcoming this season, so before you go, make sure you're actually subscribed to the show …

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Black History Month: Missouri Head Baseball Coach Kerrick Jackson & Black Play-By-Play Broadcaster & Scholarship Fund Founder & Recipient, Adam Giardino and Grayson Singleton 29:28

3M ago29:28

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For our 5th annual episode with a connection to Black History Month, Mark Simon is joined by Missouri head baseball coach Kerrick Jackson, and Adam Giardino and Grayson Singleton of the Black Play-By-Play Broadcaster & Scholarship Fund. Kerrick is the first Black head baseball coach in SEC history. He shared the story of his career path and influen…

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Neal McCluskey & Rick Hess: How Should the Department of Education Be Addressed? 38:21

4M ago38:21

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the Department of Education. First on the show is Neal McCluskey, the director of Cato’s Center for Educational Freedom. Later, we hear from Frederick M. Hess, Senior Fellow and Director of Education Policy Studies at the American Enterpr…

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133: Love Poems for Valentine's Day 13:09

4M ago13:09

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132: Crying in a Crappy Bar on Bourbon Street 11:37

4M ago11:37

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131: Story from the Stage 11:46

4M ago11:46

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Baseball Hall of Fame Analysis With Mike Cameron & Tom Tango 27:02

4M ago27:02

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On this episode of the Sports Info Solutions Baseball Podcast, we devote the entire episode to exploring the Baseball Hall of Fame from different angles. - Former Mariners outfielder Mike Cameron shares the story of how Ichiro Suzuki made him a better defensive center fielder. - MLB senior database architect, book author, and inventor of baseball s…

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Joe Lancaster & Thomas J. Healey: How Should the IRS Be Reformed? 31:46

5M ago31:46

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about possible reform of the Internal Revenue Service. First on the show is Joe Lancaster, an assistant editor at Reason. Later, we hear from Thomas J. Healey, the former assistant secretary of the U.S. Treasury under President Ronald Reagan, a…

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What We'll Remember With Center Fielder Kevin Kiermaier and Pebble Hunting's Sam Miller 45:03

6M ago45:03

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We close out 2024 by asking two people what they'll remember. First we ask recently-retired (and new father) Kevin Kiermaier about the defensive plays he'll most remember from his career. He's the overall leader in Defensive Runs Saved by a center fielder. We also talked to Kevin about what it was like to play for the Dodgers and got a specific exa…

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Worth Every Penny: My Most Loved Purchases of 2024 48:14

6M ago48:14

48:14

With the year just about over, we're looking back on some favorite finds from 2024. Erica dives into the impulse buys that changed her life, some surprising finds, things she keeps re-purchasing, and a few investments that are worth every penny. THANKYOU to True Nutrition for sponsoring today's episode of THRIVE. Get 15% off your entire order at TR…

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How to Speak Truth without Blowing up your Relationships - with Whitney Lowe 50:36

6M ago50:36

50:36

If the last few weeks or months have felt especially contentious in your community (or on your newsfeed), you’re not alone. It’s had us thinking, is there a way to still speak truth and share hearts without imploding relationships? What does loving your neighbor look like in a world that feels increasingly polarized on what the definition of “lovin…

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Easy Ways to Celebrate Advent as a Family - with Jess Wolstenholm 31:11

6M ago31:11

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Advent is one of my FAVORITE times of year - truly the perfect kickoff and countdown to Christmas. Today’s guest on THRIVE is the *perfect person* to help us keep the real reason for the season top of mine. Jess Wolstenholm is the VP of Education and Research for Minno - an INCREDIBLE platform and resource for kids and parents of kids who care abou…

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130: National Adoption Day (& book announcement!) 10:25

6M ago10:25

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Sean Smith On Inventing Baseball-Reference's WAR, His New Book "WAR in Pieces" 32:30

6M ago32:30

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On this episode, Mark Simon takes a break from talking defense (mostly) by welcoming in Sean Smith. Sean, a former consultant for the Blue Jays, is the inventor of the WAR you see on Baseball-Reference.com and the author of the new book, War In Pieces, a documenting of how he put it together and an explanation of how it works. The book's chapters a…

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The Urgency of Slowing Down - with Laura Smith 45:30

6M ago45:30

45:30

Hello from South Carolina, y'all! I'm here on a little retreat, a literal *soul camp* if you will, to take a step back from the busy, to really lean into rest. Slowing down can feel UNCOMFORTABLE, but rest is a non-negotiable for living in the image of our Creator! One of my Jesus-loving friends here with me is today's guest on THRIVE...for the THI…

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How a Hall of Fame Coach Defines Success - with Sherri Coale 43:55

7M ago43:55

43:55

Sherri Coale’s Hall of Fame coaching career was full of highs - and some lows. But through it all, she became a powerhouse leader and teacher. After hitting the goals, setting new ones and hitting those too, Sherri realized…then what? In her words, “maybe it’s not necessarily a thing to check off a list, but a way you want to live.” This conversati…

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How to Realistically Unplug + Be more Present in your Life - with Hannah Brencher 43:44

7M ago43:44

43:44

I think we all know how good it feels to lose track of time in the moment…NOT on your phone. But too often, it can feel impossible or overwhelming to turn off notifications or put the screen away altogether. So how can we unplug intentionally and realistically? Is is even realistic in today’s day and age? Hannah Brencher is on THRIVE today with a b…

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129: I Won't Say This in Heaven 10:22

7M ago10:22

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Talking With Fielding Bible Award Winners Tanner Bibee and Matt Olson 18:50

7M ago18:50

18:50

We talked to so many Fielding Bible Award winners that we couldn't fit them all into one episode. On this episode we talked to Award winners Cleveland Guardians pitcher Tanner Bibee and Braves first baseman Matt Olson. Bibee shared some of the keys to his success in holding baserunners (he allowed 6 stolen bases in 12 attempts but also had 4 pickof…

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128: Dear October 8:08

7M ago8:08

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Robert VerBruggen & Adam White: Should SCOTUS Be Reformed? 33:03

7M ago33:03

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the need for reform of the U.S. Supreme Court. First on the show is Robert VerBruggen, a fellow at the Manhattan Institute and writer for City Journal. Later, we hear from Adam White, Laurence H. Silberman Chair in Constitutional Governan…

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2024 Fielding Bible Award winners (with Riley Greene, Brenton Doyle, and Wilyer Abreu) 43:00

7M ago43:00

43:00

Thursday, Sports Info Solutions announced the winners of The 2024 Fielding Bible Awards. Each year since 2006 our voters have picked the best defensive player at each position. This year, we’ve added a Defensive Player of the Year award to the mix. Mark Simon ran through the winners and shared what makes them great defensive players. We also talked…

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127: Enjoy it! 25:41

7M ago25:41

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126: I'm A Mess 9:20

8M ago9:20

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Stephen Miran & Scott Lincicome: Should the United States Prioritize Reindustrialization? 37:40

8M ago37:40

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On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the need for a reindustrialization policy for America. First on the show is Stephen Miran, a fellow at the Manhattan Institute and former senior advisor for economic policy at the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Later, we hear from Scott…

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