The DHC Podcast
Ever wondered what it’s like to be truly involved in sports? Wonder no more! On this podcast, I’ll sit down with players, GMs, owners, and passionate fans like you to uncover how they fell in love with sports. We’ll dive into their unique journeys, explore the business side of the game, and discuss the endless possibilities that the sport offers. From behind-the-scenes stories to deep conversations about the sport, I’m here to explore it all—while having a ton of fun along the way! The Dad Hat: Twitter: https://x.com/thedadhat216 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadhat216/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thedadhat216 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPk7lmGqgfNZNS4IM-M8XVw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedadhat216?lang=en
Episodes
We jump from a blizzard bicycle kick in the Canadian Premier League to Premier League plot twists, break down VAR’s chaos and card rules, and map a MEAC race that might come down to a coin toss. FCS upsets, Maction midweek, NHL surprises, and vertical streaming tests round it out.
• Premier League swings with Tottenham’s draw, Arsenal dropping points, Chelsea’s youth, Newcastle’s away woes
• VAR speed vs ...
We trade a weekend of strange results for clear takeaways: selection bravery beats reputation, and November exposes single-gear teams. Chelsea edge Spurs, Palace punch above their weight, USL signals pro/rel intent, and the FCS blows up the bracket with a signature upset.
• Chelsea’s shape outworks Spurs’ caution
• Palace’s pressing and cup bite unsettle bigger clubs
• City’s overreliance on Haaland f...
A birthday broadcast turns into a brisk tour of Halloween films, minor league heartbreak, and hard sports calls. We clash on analytics vs gut in October, then sprint through bold college, FCS, and NFL picks with a few underdog swings.
• hats of the week, beer pairings, sticker club shoutouts
• rocky mountain vibes closure and minor league gaps
• halloween and horror canon, from The Thing to Quiet Plac...
We trace Terry’s path from Little League dust to a summer wood-bat revival, and how a small-town team brought a community back together. Along the way, we swap heartbreaks, hat collections, marathon games, and a father–son golf memory that sticks forever.
• Abilene roots and early baseball influence
• High school dynasty lessons and details
• Stepping away from playing and shifting to golf
• The F...
A Yankee fan’s journey turns into a lifelong map of ballparks, national parks, and chance encounters—from caddying for Mickey Mantle to celebrating a Bernie Williams walk-off. We explore how rituals, travel, and minor league magic make the game bigger than rivalries.
• falling for baseball through cards, box scores and family lore
• caddying for Mantle, Ford and a mustard-stained autograph
• learning ...
Patrick Larson joins Five Questions to celebrate division championships for both the Guardians and Blue Jays while exploring his deep connection to baseball. The conversation weaves through baseball memories, traditions, and philosophical insights about how the sport mirrors life itself.
• Falling in love with baseball through Atlanta Braves games on TBS and family trips to Fulton County Stadium
• Celebra...
This week, I am joined by my family as they tackle 5 questions. From sharing a rainbow blanket to the time Ed almost go arrested for defending his wife.
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Eric Proffitt reveals his hidden past as a summer collegiate baseball player for the Wichita Fury, a surprise revelation despite years of friendship with the host. His baseball journey spans from childhood to podcasting, with unique experiences like playing and working at historic Lawrence Dumont Stadium.
• Co-hosts the Earn Fun Average Podcast focusing on minor league and summer collegiate baseball
• Pla...
Paul Caputo shares his baseball journey from Little League to international stadiums, exploring how the sport connects generations and creates lifelong friendships. Through personal stories and reflections, he reveals why baseball remains America's most beautiful game.
• Baseball as a family legacy spanning three generations
• Lying about age to play Little League a year early
• Witnessing Ryan H...
Kelly Robinson shares his deep connection to baseball as a family tradition dating back to 1900 when the White Sox began, revealing how the sport has shaped his identity, relationships, and most meaningful life moments.
• First baseball memory at age three at Comiskey Park seeing Harry Carey sing
• White Sox family tradition spans multiple generations, unifying family members regardless of different belie...
The grassroots Sandlot baseball movement has exploded across North Carolina, creating a vibrant community with custom jerseys, creative team names, and cross-country connections. Mike from the Carolina Kudzu shares how these adult recreational teams have created authentic baseball experiences complete with DJs spinning records during games, custom ice cream helmets, and even live organ music.
• Carolina now h...
Sandlot baseball is experiencing explosive growth across North Carolina with a collective of nine teams creating a welcoming environment for players of all skill levels. Mike Ghilardi, a team captain for the Carolina Kudzu, shares how this accessible, pressure-free approach to baseball focuses on community and joy rather than competition and statistics.
• The Carolina Kudzu formed in 2022 as part of the "...
We launch a new series asking baseball fans five questions about their relationship with the game, featuring our first guest Virgil Brooks who shares his unique journey from casual observer to dedicated minor league enthusiast.
• Virgil's love for baseball began with a post-graduation 10-day MLB road trip visiting seven ballparks
• The 2006 Southern League All-Star Game changed his perception of mino...
Baseball has been a lifelong love for Donnie Wise and shaped how he views the world, from the field to everyday life.
• Started playing baseball at age 5 and it became "the one constant" through childhood, high school, and adulthood
• Baseball teaches valuable life skills like patience, reading people, and strategic thinking
• The sport uniquely allows for socializing and conversation while ...
We dive deep into our favorite social media platforms and strategies for creating engaging content around sports and stadium experiences.
• Instagram tops our lists for sharing visual content, with YouTube and Twitter/Meta platforms following close behind
• Managing team bias professionally while creating content at rival team venues
• Overcoming camera nervousness through a "fake it till you ma...
Ed and Val dive into the essential gear and software that powers their content creation, sharing an unfiltered look at exactly what they use to capture those perfect ballpark moments.
• The "non-negotiable" gear they always bring to stadiums: fully charged phones, backup batteries, lights, and mini mics
• How to sneak equipment into stadiums (Val confesses to hiding tripods in her pants)
• T...
Benjamin Hill reflects on his unexpected 20-year journey chronicling minor league baseball's unique culture, business, and fan experiences. His career path from temp jobs to becoming baseball's preeminent voice on minor league culture demonstrates the surprising ways passion can turn into profession.
• Started in 2005 through a recommendation from ball hawk Zach Hample, whom he met on Craigslist
Sandlot Goods transforms from a small leather goods company to a thriving hat manufacturer after pivoting to make face masks during the pandemic. Thomas McIntyre shares the entrepreneurial journey behind their handcrafted products, including their popular Yard Ball and partnership with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
• Building a brand identity while also functioning as a manufacturer for other brands
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Thomas, CEO of Sandlot Goods, shares the story behind their American-made hats and leather products, explaining how quality manufacturing and positive workplace culture create products meant to last generations.
• Founded with the belief that everyone needs their own "sandlot" – a place where they work hard at something they love
• Started as a leather goods company before expanding into high-qu...
Card collecting is evolving beyond the stereotype of older, middle-aged men, with collectors of all ages and backgrounds entering the hobby for different reasons and with different approaches to building their collections.
• Card value varies based on rarity factors like special prints, patches, and autographs
• The pandemic caused an overnight explosion in collecting when people at home rekindled their i...
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