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Tampa Bay Rays Podcast

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“This Week in Rays Baseball” features Chris Adams-Wall bringing you in-depth interviews that help you get to know Rays players, coaches, and executives on a personal level, plus weekly news and notes. “Here To Stay” will bring you an inside look into all the latest information and insight from the people closest to the Historic Gas Plant District Development Project.
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Episodes

Taj Bradley & Carlos Rodriguez

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Taj Bradley, Vice President & Assistant General Manager Carlos Rodriguez, Durham Bulls Manager Morgan Ensberg & Bally Sports Analyst Brian Anderson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 20241 hr

José Caballero & Fred McGriff

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays infielder José Caballero, Hall of Famer Fred McGriff, AA affiliate Montgomery Biscuits manager Kevin Boles & voice of the Rays Neil Solondz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 09, 202455 min

Andy Freed & Pop Cuesta

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Fred McGriff's former Coach Pop Cuesta, Voice of the Dodgers Joe Davis & Voice of the Rays Andy Freed to celebrate his 20 years broadcasting for Tampa Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 02, 20241 hr 2 min

Jeffrey Springs & Shin Fukuda

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Jeffrey Springs, ATC/acupuncturist Shin Fukuda, Hot Rods Manager Rafael Valenzuela and MLB beat reporter Adam Berry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 202455 min

Kevin Kelly & Manny Navarro

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays reliever Kevin Kelly, Spanish translator Manny Navarro, Charleston RiverDogs Manager Sean Smedley & Bally Sports pregame/postgame host Rich Hollenberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19, 202453 min

Here to Stay: Neil Brown

Neil Solondz sits down with Neil Brown, president of The Poynter Institute, a global nonprofit based in St Petersburg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 202417 min

Taylor Walls & Erik Neander

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays shortstop Taylor Walls, President of Baseball Operations Erik Neander, Applied Physiologist Jillian Hawkins & Rays broadcaster Dewayne Staats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11, 20241 hr

Rays Presidents Brian Auld & Matt Silverman

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by people close to the Historic Gas Plant District Development Project including Rays Presidents Brian Auld & Matt Silverman, St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch, Pinellas County Commissioner Kathleen Peters, Hines Senior Managing Director Lane Gardner & President & CEO of Best Source Consulting Anddrikk Frazier. He is also joined by Vice President of Baseball Operations & Assistant General Manager Will Cousins as well as Tampa Bay Times Rays beat reporter M...

Aug 05, 202457 min

Here to Stay: Jason Spears

this latest episode, Neil sits down with Jason Spears, Chair of the St. Pete Chamber of Commerce and Vice President of Peninsular Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Jason shares his unique perspective on helping business owners overcome key challenges specific to our area and how a project like the Historic Gas Plant District development can change the trajectory for businesses like his and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 30, 202414 min

Pete Fairbanks & Rays Prospects

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays closer Pete Fairbanks as well as prospects Xavier Issac & Tre' Morgan who play in the 2024 Futures Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29, 202456 min

Here to Stay: Clayton Brody

In this episode, Chris Adams-Wall sits down with Clayton Brody, a recent college graduate and current intern with the Tampa Bay Rays. As someone who is just starting his professional career, Clayton discusses his thoughts on the development and how projects like this can help retain talent in St. Petersburg. He also shares his special connection to baseball--his grandfather played in the Negro Leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 24, 202417 min

Rays Draft Picks Theo Gillen & Émilien Pitre

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays Draft Picks Theo Gillen & Émilien Pitre as well as Director of Minor League Operations, George Pappas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 202455 min

Isaac Paredes & Evan Longoria

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays 2024 All-Star Isaac Paredes, ball boy Braden Coles, former 3rd baseman Evan Longoria, prospect Brayden Taylor & Director of Amateur Scouting Chuck Ricci. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15, 202453 min

Jose Siri & Kyle Snyder

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays center fielder Jose Siri, pitching coach Kyle Snyder, head major league strength & conditioning coach Bryan King & Bally Sports analyst Brian Anderson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 08, 202452 min

Chandler Simpson & Stephen Thomas

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by #Rays minor-leaguer Chandler Simpson, VP of DE&I Stephen Thomas, mixed media artist Zulu Painter & Founder of the Black Sports Business Academy, Vincent Pierson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 01, 202452 min

Chris Devenski & Tomas Francisco

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Chris Devenski, Field Coordinator Tomas Francisco, Senior Analyst, Baseball Research & Development Vibhor Agarwal & MLB beat reporter Adam Berry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24, 202458 min

Here to Stay: Dr. Sandra Braham

In this latest episode, Neil sits down with Dr. Sandra Braham of Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services. She also served as a former chair of the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce during the time they were examining the Historic Gas Plant District. They discuss some key aspects of the development as well as her hopes and dreams for St. Petersburg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 19, 202417 min

Shawn Armstrong & Rodney Linares

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Shawn Armstrong, bench coach Rodney Linares, & actor known for his role in "Rookie of the Year" Thomas Ian Nicholas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17, 202456 min

Isaac Paredes & Brady Williams

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays 3rd baseman Isaac Paredes, 3rd Base Coach Brady Williams, professional skateboarder Elissa Steamer & Bally Sports Pregame/Postgame Analyst Matt Joyce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 09, 202455 min

Here to Stay: Esther Matthews

In the latest episode, Neil sits down with Esther Matthews, president of the St. Petersburg Branch of the NAACP. Esther has unique insight, as she also served as the chair of the Community Benefits Advisory Council which was tasked with reviewing the development proposal. She discusses that process, as well as the challenges and opportunities that can impact our unique neighborhoods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 04, 202414 min

A's Broadcaster Jenny Cavnar & Asst. GM Kevin Ibach

Chris Adams-Wall chats w/ A's broadcaster Jenny Cavnar, Asst. GM Kevin Ibach, replay assistant Randell Kanemaru & Rays Radio's Neil Solondz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 03, 202457 min

Jason Adam & Brady North

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays reliever Jason Adam, Assistant Hitting Coach Brady North, parents of late bullpen catcher Jean Ramirez, Toni & Carlos to discuss the importance of Mental Health Awareness Month & Bally Sports Analyst Doug Waechter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 202455 min

Here to Stay: Peter Clark

In the latest episode, Neil talks to Peter Clark, president and founder of Tampa Bay Watch. The organization's focus is on the preservation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 24, 202416 min

Garrett Cleavinger & Carlos Peña

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Garrett Cleavinger, former Ray Carlos Peña, pitching strategist Bobby Kinne & voice of the Rays Andy Freed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20, 202458 min

Here to Stay: Paul Stewart

In Episode 19, Chris Adams-Wall sits down with descendant of the Gas Plant Neighborhood, Paul Stewart, who's family housed many of the Black players who came through St. Petersburg during Spring Training. In this episode, he shares some of his favorite stories and the responsibility the redevelopment plan shares in honoring the legacy of the area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 202413 min

Ben Rortvedt & Jorge Moncada

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays catcher Ben Rortvedt, bullpen coach Jorge Moncada, in-game host Nate Kurant & Tampa Bay Times Beat Report Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13, 202455 min

Here to Stay: Rev. Clarence Williams

In episode 18, Chris Adams-Wall sits down with Reverend Clarence Williams. He shares the mission behind the initiatives he's helped launch, including the Commission on Social Action. He also explains how a project like this development plan can strengthen the community, especially in light of what happened to those who grew up in the Gas Plant Neighborhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 08, 202416 min

Amed Rosario & Warren Hypes

Chris Adams-Wall sits down with Rays utility man Amed Rosario, VP of Creative & Brand Warren Hypes, Process & Development Coach Kris Goodman & Bally Sports Analyst Briand Anderson on This Week in Rays Baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 06, 202457 min

Here to Stay: Bemetra Simmons

In episode 17, Neil is joined by Bemetra Simmons, President and CEO of the Tampa Bay Partnership. She explains the mission of her organization and how rare, large development projects like this one have the opportunity to solidify St. Petersburg as a destination location. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 30, 202413 min

Aaron Civale & Matt Silverman

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Aaron Civale, President Matt Silverman, hitting coach Chad Mattola & MLB beat reporter Adam Berry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 29, 202455 min
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