Episode 364: Forwards to Backwards

Episode 364: Forwards to Backwards

Author: Nick Firestone March 7, 2026 Duration: 1:29:19
Recorded- March 5, 2026 Uploaded- March 7, 2026   A deep talk on the future of the leagues out west and look back on the Atlantic League in 2025.   Intro- 00;00-02;30 WAPB False Start Again- 02;30-10;00 PBL Thought- 10;00-27;00 ALPB South Review- 27;00-01;03;30 ALPB North Review- 01;03;30-01;24;03 Outro- 01;24;03-END

For anyone who thinks the heart of baseball lives only in the big stadiums, there’s another world worth exploring. The Indy Ball Report digs into that space, where the game is raw, the stories are unpredictable, and the passion is unmistakable. Host Nick Firestone guides conversations that capture the wacky and fantastic side of the diamond, focusing on the talented players and unique characters found across Independent leagues. Each episode feels like a conversation between friends who genuinely love the sport’s less-traveled paths. You’ll hear about unexpected plays, career journeys that defy the typical narrative, and the pure excitement that keeps these teams and their communities thriving. This isn't just a stats recap; it's a weekly look at the personality and perseverance that make this level of the game so compelling. Tune in for a podcast that celebrates baseball in its most authentic and entertaining form.
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Episode 355: Dead of Winter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:10
Recorded- January 2, 2025 Uploaded- January 3, 2025 It's a thin week, which means a lot of musings on expansion, tryouts, and hallmark films. Also a coaching carousel update.
Episode 354: Your Questions, Our Answers 8 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:26:38
Recorded- December 26, 2025 Uploaded- December 27, 2025 It's the holiday season and that mean it's Q/A time! The guys take your questions and give you their answers.
Episode 353: Yearn For The Mines Pt. 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:27
Recorded- December 23, 2025 Uploaded- December 24, 2025 The conclusion to episode 353. We discuss the PBL schedule and some big moves around the coaching carousel.
Episode 353: Yearn For The Mines Pt. 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:33
Recorded- December 18, 2025 Uploaded- December 20, 2025 The guys sit down with Sussex County Miners GM Vin Sangemino to talk Miners' baseball and building up a franchise.
Episode 352: Commissioners and Convicts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:00
Recorded- December 11, 2025 Uploaded- December 13, 2025 Interviews are back! We welcome Josh Schaub back to the program for the first time in a long time. The carousel keeps spinning and one team is getting locked up.
Episode 351: Tis The Season [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:25
Recorded- December 4, 2025 Uploaded- December 6, 2025 It’s Bowl Season, kinda! We look at hypothetical bowl match ups in Indy Ball and do a coaching carousel update. Also 2 leagues move to a new streaming host.
Episode 350: The Northern Obstacle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:49
Recorded- November 28, 2025Uploaded- November 29, 2025 A new league has appeared! We discuss the formation of the Canadian Baseball League and some changes in the coaching carousel. Also Modesto’s new name.
Episode 349: Migration [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:23
Recorded- November 20, 2025 Uploaded- November 22, 2025 A major shake up has come to the ALPB and we look at the possible cause and future of the league. Also the coaching carousel has picked up speed and Modesto is maki…
Episode 348: Everyone's Gone Bananas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:58
Recorded- November 13, 2025 Uploaded- November 15, 2025 There's been a raid! Indy ball teams are losing players to produce and we need to discuss it. Also a new team, a new look, and a new owner hit the scene as the coac…
Episode 347: Turf Feelings [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:36
Recorded- November 6, 2025 Uploaded- November 8, 2025 We look at the early offseason coaching moves and possible openings. Also NY is upgrading their field.