Parney Time

Parney Time

After spending the last 35+ years in minor league baseball, Todd "Parney" Parnell is peeling back the curtain to share the incredible memories, relationships, and captivating stories from his storied career on the Parney Time podcast. Join Parney and the "Pub Club" every other week for authentic conversations, wild untold stories, life lessons, and a lineup of guest interviews that will keep you on the edge of your seat. You never know what's coming next on Parney Time!

Episodes

July 8, 2025 39 mins

This Inning of Parney Time takes us inside the wild world of Banana Ball with longtime MLB and MiLB veteran Joe Mikulik, who is now the manager of the Texas Tailgaters!

Parney and MP catch up with Joe about his unforgettable (and even viral) ejections, his path into coaching, and the mentors who shaped his baseball journey. Joe shares why managing in the Banana B...

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Inning 6 of Parney Time is all about the grind behind the gear. Parney and Cheats are joined by longtime catcher and all-around clubhouse legend Steve Lerud for a wide-ranging conversation filled with heart, laughter, and minor league gold.

Steve reflects on his time with the Altoona Curve and Richmond Flying Squirrels, his first drink with Parney, and the manage...

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Parney is joined by newly inducted Hall of Fame pitcher Billy Wagner for a wide-ranging conversation full of heat, heart, and hilarious stories. From what it meant to finally make it to Cooperstown, to legendary clubhouse pranks, Billy opens up about life as a closer, his favorite catcher conversations on the mound, and what he's planning to bring to the Hall of Fame dinner. 

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Parney Time inning 4 is a wild ride with MLB All-Star reliever Matt Capps — and yes, he once ran cross country with country star Nico Moon. Parney, Matt, MP, and Joe T cover everything from rookie hazing in Hooters outfits to 12-year-old bullpen hecklers. Matt opens up about his time with the Altoona Curve under Parney, his gratitude for Nationals GM Mike Rizzo during a tough moment in his l...

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ESPN’s Ryan McGee joins Parney Time for a celebration of all things minor league baseball.

They swap stories on the best promotions ever pulled off, what makes teams like the Richmond Flying Squirrels so special, and why Ryan has one of the coolest gigs in sports with Marty & McGee.

Plus, Ryan shares stories from his life on the road, reveals whic...

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For Inning 2, Parney and Cheats are joined by WWE Hall of Famer and icon Jeff Jarrett! Jeff talks about falling in love with wrestling, the art of entertaining and promoting, the incredible people he's met along the way, and even how he’s found a new home in Minor League Baseball. That — and so much more — from the legendary Double J on Parney Time. 

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April 16, 2025 35 mins

To kick off season 2, Parney is joined by 3x MLB All-Star and 2x World Series champion David Justice! 

Parney and the Pub Club dive into David’s early days playing in Richmond, his rise with the Atlanta Braves, and what it was like hanging out with basketball icon Dr. J. From minor league memories to major league moments—this one has it all.

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Parney is joined by longtime friend and NFL legend, Jerome 'The Bus' Bettis! The crew dives into Jerome's 2015 Hall of Fame induction, his son’s budding sports career, and plenty of laughs you won’t want to miss!"

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Parney is joined by the manager of the Richmond Flying Squirrels Dennis Pelfrey! Parney, Dennis, Cheats, MP and Joe T talk all things Squirrels as the 2024 season comes to a close, life in Richmond, grinding as a coach in the minor leagues, favorite baseball movies and so much more! 

Be sure to stay for the end, as the crew discusses the announcement that CarMax Park is coming to Richmond, and what it means for the Squirrels commun...

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Parney is joined by NASCAR legends Hermie and Elliott Sadler! With decades of experience and a track record of wins and top-10 finishes, the Sadler brothers have made an indelible mark on the sport.

Parney and the crew explore the Sadlers' life stories, from growing up together to competing on the track, along with some hilarious behind-the-scenes racing tales you won’t want to miss. Plus, Pub Club Member Dennis Bickmeier drops by ...

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Join Parney and the Pub Club as they welcome Jesse Cole, the visionary behind the Savannah Bananas and the founder of Fan First Entertainment who is revolutionizing baseball.

Parney, Cheats, and MP dive deep into Jesse's journey—from his early days in Minor League Baseball where he first crossed paths with Parney, to the inspirational figures who shaped his journey. Discover the story behind one of baseball’s most innovative minds ...

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August 7, 2024 39 mins

Parney is joined by Fox Sports analyst, podcast host, and former baseball player Ben Verlander!

Ben, Parney, and the Pub Club dive into all things MLB as the season passes the halfway point. They discuss all things from the White Sox 21-game losing streak, analytics in baseball, to Shohei Ohtani's incredible talent.

Ben also shares what it's been like watching his brother Justin excel in the MLB, his transition into media, and much...

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Parney is joined by Hall of Fame boxing promoter and Richmond Flying Squirrels owner Lou DiBella. Lou shares incredible stories about Muhammad Ali, his remarkable journey and experiences as a fight promoter, and how he became the owner of the Flying Squirrels. Plus, so much more!

Parney is also joined by the Pub Club with Michael Phillips and Joe T!

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July 10, 2024 39 mins

Join Parney as he sits down with World Series Champion, cancer survivor, Virginia native, and Texas Rangers third base coach, Tony Beasley! In inning 4, Tony, Cheats, and Parney dive into the exhilaration of winning the 2023 World Series, Tony's inspiring battle with cancer, and share plenty of memorable stories from his illustrious MLB career.

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June 26, 2024 49 mins

In this exciting third inning of Parney Time, Parney welcomes legendary ESPN play-by-play broadcaster Karl Ravech and his son, Sam Ravech.

The Raveches share their unique journeys in the broadcast world, including Sam's wild experience sleeping under the desk at the World Series as a kid. They also discuss their bucket list games to call, Sam's days with the Richmond Flying Squirrels, and much more! Plus, Parney is joined by the Pu...

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Parney, Michael Phillips, and Joe T are joined by former MLB pitcher and current Head Coach of the IUP men's baseball team, Steve Kline!

Steve shares his favorite memories from the big leagues, dives into how he transformed a struggling 2-35 program into a Division II College World Series contender, and reveals which MLB fan bases heckled him the most, among many other stories!

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May 29, 2024 44 mins

For the first inning of Parney Time, San Francisco Giants legend Will 'The Thrill' Clark joins the show!

Parney is joined by 'Pub Club' members Marc (Cheats) Cheatham, Michael Phillips, Dennis Bickmeier, and Joe T (hell yeah!).

Will discusses what it was like bringing home a gold medal for Team USA, the best trash talkers he ever played against, and many more hilarious untold stories!

Parney also introduces the first ever 'Pub Club...

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May 17, 2024 1 min

Join Parney and his "Pub Club" for authentic conversations, wild untold stories and surprise guests from his legendary baseball career in every episode! 

 

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