Bat Flips And Nerds
A British take on Baseball. John, Tom, Ben, Darius, Rachel, Russell and Rob guide you through the goings on in MLB, Team GB and baseball around the world. Part of the MLB Europe Fan Network.
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August 7, 2026 • 60 mins
Darius and Rob join forces to break down the trade deadline, from the big Tarik Skubal and Adley Rutschman trades to the teams that impressed them, and the teams that didn't, before discussing trades that should have happened and the mascot straight out of a horror film.
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April 11, 2026 • 69 mins
This episode features a lively discussion on early MLB season hot takes, standout players, and team performances, including insights into the WBC, rookie classes, and new uniforms. Perfect for baseball fans eager for expert opinions and bold predictions.
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April 1, 2026 • 103 mins
Better late than never right! Rob, Darius and a slightly belated Ben come together for the annual predictions extravaganza, setting aside their 'A' and 'B' team rivalry in the process.
Using the scientific combination of vibes-based assessment and an efficient tiebreaker process, they assign win totals for all 30 MLB teams which will be totally accurate for sure.
Using the scientific combination of vibes-based assessment and an efficient tiebreaker process, they assign win totals for all 30 MLB teams which will be totally accurate for sure.
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March 13, 2026 • 44 mins
This episode features discussion on the recent World Baseball Classic, analyzing team performances, surprises, and implications for future tournaments and the Olympics. Hosted by Darius Austin with expert insights from Russell Easson, the conversation covers group stage highlights, standout players, and tournament predictions.
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March 4, 2026 • 78 mins
A comprehensive preview of Team GB's roster, strategies, and key players for the upcoming World Baseball Classic, including insights from on-the-ground reporter Russell Eassom and expert analysis. Followed by an interview with GB Performance Director Gary Anderson
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February 11, 2026 • 72 mins
Summary
The conversation delves into the World Baseball Classic (WBC), exploring its history, evolution, and the growing popularity of international baseball. The hosts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of various teams, including Japan, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Team GB, while highlighting key players and potential challenges. The discussion emphasizes the excitement surrounding the tournament and the unpredi...
The conversation delves into the World Baseball Classic (WBC), exploring its history, evolution, and the growing popularity of international baseball. The hosts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of various teams, including Japan, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Team GB, while highlighting key players and potential challenges. The discussion emphasizes the excitement surrounding the tournament and the unpredi...
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February 4, 2026 • 55 mins
In this episode of Batflips and Nerds, hosts Russell Eassom and Darius Austin delve into the performances of MLB players from the previous season, categorizing them into overachievers and underachievers based on their hitting and pitching statistics. They discuss various players, their potential for the upcoming season, and the impact of injuries on performance. The conversation also touches on projections for the 2026 season, high...
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January 22, 2026 • 39 mins
In this episode of Batflips and Nerds, host John McGee is joined by artist Andy Brown and GB women's baseball player Kat Golik to discuss the remarkable journey of the GB women's baseball team, their recent success as European champions, and the growth of women's baseball in the UK. They explore the challenges and triumphs faced by the team, the differences between baseball and softball, and the importance of grassroots support in ...
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January 15, 2026 • 71 mins
After (another) hiatus, Ben, Rob and Darius chat through the major moves of the offseason so far, predict where the remaining big ticket free agents will go and play a quick game of 'Who Am I'...
00:00-04:08 - Intro
04:09-28:12 - Drafting our favourite offseason moves
28:13-42:25 - Predicting where remaining free agents land
42:26-54:21 - Updates to the Kauffman dimensions
54:22-01:09:05 - Who Am I?
01:09:06-0...
00:00-04:08 - Intro
04:09-28:12 - Drafting our favourite offseason moves
28:13-42:25 - Predicting where remaining free agents land
42:26-54:21 - Updates to the Kauffman dimensions
54:22-01:09:05 - Who Am I?
01:09:06-0...
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November 3, 2025 • 57 mins
Ben and Darius hop on the microphones to talk through one of the most incredible games in baseball history, as the Dodgers closed out their second consecutive World Series title with an insane game seven victory in Toronto.
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October 2, 2025 • 48 mins
Ben and Darius step to the plate for some two-man playoff chat as the wildcard round gets underway and we officially enter the greatest month on the baseball calendar.
There's a brief discussion of the demise of the Astros and Mets before we look at some of the teams, storylines and players we're watching this October!
00:00-02:55 - Intro
02:56-12:20 - RIP Mets and Astros
12:21-23:15 - Storylines we're watching<...
There's a brief discussion of the demise of the Astros and Mets before we look at some of the teams, storylines and players we're watching this October!
00:00-02:55 - Intro
02:56-12:20 - RIP Mets and Astros
12:21-23:15 - Storylines we're watching<...
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September 12, 2025 • 64 mins
John, Rob and Ben get together for a new pod, talking British baseball success, ESPN purchase of MLB.TV and then creating their baseball 'Mt Rushmore', based on some pretty loose historical analysis of American presidents...
00:00-03:05 - Intro
03:06-12:15 - British Baseball corner
12:16-20:08 - ESPN and Aroldis Chapman
20:09-01:02:45 - Baseball Mt Rushmore
01:02:46-01:03:45 - Outro
00:00-03:05 - Intro
03:06-12:15 - British Baseball corner
12:16-20:08 - ESPN and Aroldis Chapman
20:09-01:02:45 - Baseball Mt Rushmore
01:02:46-01:03:45 - Outro
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August 15, 2025 • 87 mins
Ben, Darius and Rob join forces to talk through each of the current postseason contenders and their level of confidence... with a pokemon twist.
00:00-01:40 - Intro
01:41-06:40 - Hackney Bridge chat
06:41-11:09 - Ray S and Segway chat
11:10-13:50 - GB U23s win the Euros
13:51-57:45 - The AL Contenders
57:46-01:27:21 - The NL Contenders
01:27:21-01:29:40 - Outro
00:00-01:40 - Intro
01:41-06:40 - Hackney Bridge chat
06:41-11:09 - Ray S and Segway chat
11:10-13:50 - GB U23s win the Euros
13:51-57:45 - The AL Contenders
57:46-01:27:21 - The NL Contenders
01:27:21-01:29:40 - Outro
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July 4, 2025 • 63 mins
Ben, Rob and John hop on the microphones to discuss MLB's announcement of a Hackney Bridge takeover event in August and the teams we could be seeing on our shores in 2026.
They then dive into discussion of All-Star selections, the greatness of Tarik Skubal and which teams ought to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline!
00:00-01:45: Intro
01:45-19:00: MLB London chatter
19:01-27:55: All-Star Game snubs
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They then dive into discussion of All-Star selections, the greatness of Tarik Skubal and which teams ought to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline!
00:00-01:45: Intro
01:45-19:00: MLB London chatter
19:01-27:55: All-Star Game snubs
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June 20, 2025 • 52 mins
In this episode of Bat Flips and Nerds, host Ben is joined by Rob and Russell to discuss the recent Rafael Devers trade from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants, the implications of this trade, and the ongoing performance of various MLB teams. The conversation also covers Rob's recent trip to San Diego, the experience at Steinbrenner Field, and the return of Shohei Ohtani to pitching. The hosts share their thoughts on th...
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May 23, 2025 • 72 mins
Russell, Darius and Ben hop on the microphones to briefly chat latest MLB news before sinking their teeth into a discussion around the breakout stars at each position so far in the 2025 season.
There are shoutouts for multiple Tigers, a high-flying Cub and.. dear god.. two separate Rockies players?!
00:00-05:57 - Intro and latest MLB news
05:58-14:20 - Catchers
14:21-21:56 - First Basemen
21:57-29:13 - Second...
There are shoutouts for multiple Tigers, a high-flying Cub and.. dear god.. two separate Rockies players?!
00:00-05:57 - Intro and latest MLB news
05:58-14:20 - Catchers
14:21-21:56 - First Basemen
21:57-29:13 - Second...
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May 16, 2025 • 70 mins
In this episode of Batflips and Nerds, Russell, John and Ben discuss various topics in baseball, including the ongoing situation with Raphael Devers and the Boston Red Sox, the surprising revelation that the Pope is a Chicago White Sox fan, and the recent firing of Rockies manager Bud Black. They also share their experiences watching baseball on the West Coast, the excitement of college baseball, and the latest player injuries. The...
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May 10, 2025 • 75 mins
Ben and Darius are joined by Nick of LA Angels UK, Halfway Around the Halo and MLB UK Clubhouse to breakdown the top 10 players in Major League Baseball! The trio also discuss some hot teams (Mariners, Mets, Tigers, Royals) and some not-so-hot teams (Angels, Rockies, Orioles) as well as the latest news from across the game.
00:00-01:55: Intro
01:56-04:27: GB Baseball hire of Brad Marcelino
04:28-07:17: Pirates fire Der...
00:00-01:55: Intro
01:56-04:27: GB Baseball hire of Brad Marcelino
04:28-07:17: Pirates fire Der...
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April 18, 2025 • 79 mins
The guys mark a very unusual Jackie Robinson day in Major League Baseball before reflecting on the disaster zones that are the AL Central and NL Central and the bin fire Colorado Rockies and Chicago White Sox.
Come for the baseball, stay for the incredibly strong food opinions.
Come for the baseball, stay for the incredibly strong food opinions.
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April 4, 2025 • 62 mins
Ben, Darius and Rob come together to discuss some early season storylines, including Devers' struggles, the Dodgers winning start and the Braves spring slump. They then get on to torpedo bat chat (which now has a new name...) and of course finish with 2 Good, 2 Bad!
0:00-17:45: Early season storylines
17:45-24:15: Torpedo bat chat
24:15-39:12: Extensions, extensions, extentions
39:12-1:02:15: 2 Good, 2 Bad
0:00-17:45: Early season storylines
17:45-24:15: Torpedo bat chat
24:15-39:12: Extensions, extensions, extentions
39:12-1:02:15: 2 Good, 2 Bad
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