The Bret Boone Podcast
Bret Boone
You all know baseball --- you hear the good, the bad, the ugly. . . Bret Boone tells you what it's really like, from behind the curtains.
Episodes
Boonie Bite: A Japanese Hero?
Bret Boone chats with Kazuhiro Sasaki about th elong list of Japanese-born MLB players who have made a huge impact on the sport and if he sees himself on that list.
Boonie Bite: The Adjustment
Bret Boone chats with Kazuhiro Sasaki about his adjustment to the US and to the MLB when he first came over from Japan. How long did it take to get comfortable in America?
Kazuchiro Sasaki Talks About The Japanese Influence In The MLB
Bret Boone sits down with former teammate Kazuciro Sasaki to talk about the transition from Japan to the MLB and how the Japanese influence has made it's way to the states. They also reminisce on the 2001 Seattle Mariners team.
A Full 2026 Playoff Preview
Bret Boone is joined by Tyler Kepner of the Athletic for a full preview of the 2026 MLB Playoffs. They debate whether a small market team can win it all or if this year will be dominated by the big markets. They also discuss which team has the best pitching staff heading into the postseason and which team has the best lineup.
Managers Can't Take The Easy Way Out
Bret Boone is joined by friend of the program, and 5x World Series Champion, David Cone. The current Yankees broadcaster breaks down the outlook of the Yankees with Aaron Judge likely to miss the Wildcard Round. Then, they have a discussion on what separates the new age style of Managing, to the concepts of the old-school style.
You're Not Gonna Make The Postseason Playing Defense Like That
Bret Boone hops on 105.3 The Fan in Dallas following the Rangers loss to open their series with the New York Mets. Can Boonie give the guys in Dallas some optimism after watching that performance?
The Dodgers Have The Padres Number
Bret Boone hops on 97.3 The Fan in San Diego to breakdown the Padres' tough loss to the Dodgers that pushes them further down in the Wildcard Race. Can they ever get over that hump?
Boonie Bite: Down Memory Lane With Rick Rizz
Bret Boone and Rick Rizz reminisce on a legendary MLB career as they talk about the his best stories from being a broadcaster for decades.
Boonie Bite: When Can You Feel It?
Bret Boone and Rick Rizz discuss when the long-time broadcaster knew it was going to be time to move-on from the game. Boonie also gives Rick some tips on retirement.
Rick Rizz Discusses When It's Time To Hang 'Em Up
Bret Boone is joined by friend of the program, and legendary Seattle Mariners broadcaster, Rick Rizz. Boonie and Rick reminisce on some of the best moments of Rick's career, while also having that tough convo of when you know it's time to walk away.
Boonie Bite: I Never Thought I'd Be This Passionate About It
Bret Boone and Brad Ausmus talk about how getting into coaching can bring out a different level of passion for the game that even playing didn't bring out.
Boonie Bite: Living Up To The Standard
Bret Boone and Brad Ausmus talk about what it's like coaching for the expectations of New York and how Aaron Boone is closer to those expectations this season than people realize.
Should Aaron Boone Get Manager Of The Year Consideration?
Bret Boone sits down with Yankees bench coach, Brad Ausmus. Bret & Brad discuss the small, but important jobs that bench and assistant coaches have, how they feel about the playoff format in the new ear and why Aaron Boone should be getting more praise than he's getting.
The First Taste Of The Big Leagues
Bret Boone hops on 97.3 The Fan in San Diego and chats with the guys about his experiences first being called up to the Big Leagues. Then, they address the headlines Jazz Chisholm made with his stolen base against the Red Sox.
Boonie Bite: How College Gameday Has Become A Saturday Staple
Bret Boone chats with College Gameday host, Rece Davis, as the two talk about how significant the show has become to the College Football World.
Boonie Bite: How Do We Fix The Portal?
Bret Boone and Rece Davis come up with some possible solutions to the landscape of college football currently with some amendments to the transfer portal. Rece then reveals who he thinks is the team to beat in each of the big conferences.
Kicking Off College Football With Rece Davis
Bret Boone turns his attention away from baseball for an episode as he's joined by College Gameday Host, Rece Davis. Boonie & Rece get into all things NCAA Football. From the biggest storylines, to how Rece would fix the transfer portal, to who he thinks will win the SEC, Big 10, Big 12 and ACC Conferences.
Boonie Bites: The Real Home Run Hitters
Bret Boone and Greg Amsinger reminisce on one of Boonie's most special moments as a player. Then, they get into the situation with the Diamondbacks and Ketel Marté. Did they handle the situation correctly?
Boonie Bites: Why Instincts Always Outdoes Analyics
Bret Boone and Greg Amsinger discuss the qualities that pure instincts bring to the game that analytics can't replicate and why that is more valuable than numbers.
Analytics Or Instincts?
Bret Boone is joined by MLB Insider and host for MLB Network, Greg Amsinger. Greg & Boonie reminisce on Bret's Home Run Derby experience, how the Diamond Backs are handling the Ketel Marté situation and Greg breaks down his iconic rankings system.
Boonie Bite: Ozzie In The Rafters
Bret Boone and Ozzie Guillen relive the day he was enshrined in White Sox Immortality and all the teammates and former players who showed up to support a legend.
Boonie Bite: Play The Game Right
Bret Boone and Ozzie Guillen talk about the biggest difference they say in today's game versus back in the day. They say it's the little things that end up mattering in the end.
Ozzie Guillen Shows Apprecation For Both Chicago Baseball Teams
Bret Boone is joined by former teammate, Skipper, and Chicago White Sox All-Time Great, Ozzie Guillen. Boonie & Ozzie discuss his number being retired by the White Sox, his love for both Chicago baseball teams and if Ozzie the player would like to play for Ozzie the Manager.
Boonie Bite: Albert Pujols - Mr. Do It All
Bret Boone and Albert Pujols discuss the many different hats Pujols still wears when it comes to the game of baseball and how he's far from stepping away from the game.
Boonie Bite: Who Are The Top Teams In Baseball?
Bret Boone and Albert Pujols discuss who currently should be considered the top teams in baseball. Additionally, they discuss which teams might already be looking forward to the offseason...
Albert Pujols Breaks Down The Generations Of Hitters
Bret Boone sits down with one of the best hitters of all time, Albert Puljols, who explains the biggest difference in hitting from the different generations of baseball he experienced in the MLB. They also talk about which teams are the best in baseball, and which teams can't wait for the offseaoson already.
Boonie Bite: The Trade The Broke The Camel's Back?
Bret Boone and Harold Reynolds break down all the implications of the Dodgers blockbuster trade for Tarik Skubal at the MLB Trade Deadline. However, one of those ramifications may not be a lockout like many expect...
Boonie Bite: MLB Trade Deadline Winners
Bret Boone and Harold Reynolds name their biggest MLB Trade Deadline winners - besides the Los Angeles Dodgers, of course.
Harold Reynolds On If The Dodgers Just Caused A Lockout
Bret Boone is joined by MLB Insider and former teammate, Harold Reynolds, as they discuss the blockbuster move by the Dogers at the MLB Trade Deadline. Did Los Angeles just catapult the MLB towards a lockout next year? Then, they talk about the other winners at the trade deadline before diving specifically into if the Yankees did all they needed to to make another run.
Boonie Bite: Who Will Be Sellers At The Trade Deadline?
Bret Boone and Jim Bowden discuss which MLB teams will, or should be, the biggest sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline early next week.
Boonie Bite: Who Will Be Buyers At The Trade Deadline?
Bret Boone and Jim Bowden discuss which MLB teams will, or should be, the biggest buyers at the MLB Trade Deadline early next week.
The Trade Deadline Episode
Bret Boone is joined by former MLB GM and current insider for CBS Sports, Jim Bowden. Bret and Jim talk MLB trade deadline and who will be the biggest buyers and biggest sellers at the beginning of next week.
How Has Umpiring Changed?
Bret Boone hops back on 97.3 The Fan in San Diego to chat with his guys on the "Ben & Woods Show." Today, they talk about Boonie's history with ejections and how umpiring has changed from his day to the current game.
Boonie Bites: Who Really Was Pete Rose?
Bret Boone and Pete Rose Jr. have a chat about Pete Rose, the real person off the field. Junior says his IQ traveled way beyond the baseball field.
Boonie Bites: The Hit King's Approach
Bret Boone and Pete Rose Jr. peel back the curtain into some of the little tricks-of-the-trade that Pete Rose used to use that would always help to either stay on track or get back on track at the plate.
Pete Rose Jr. Explains The Hit King's Mentality
Bret Boone is joined by former teammate, long-time friend and son of the Baseball All-Time Hits Leader, Pete Rose Jr. Boonie and Pete reminisce on times spent growing up in Major League dugouts and Pete gives some insight into the mindset that made the late, great Pete Rose one of the best hitters ever.
Memories of All-Star Weekend
Bret Boone joins Zach Gelb from WFAN in New York as he reminisces on his fondest memories of MLB All-Star Weekend from his playing days. Then, they preview a big upcoming matchup between the Yankees and the Dodgers that has all sorts of storylines.
An All-Star Conversation With Boomer Esiason
Bret Boone is joined by 3x Pro-Bowler and 1988 NFL MVP, Boomer Esiason, who is completely tapped into the MLB - and more specifically, the Yankees. Bret & Boomer discuss the temperature of the Yankees fanbase currently, which professional league does the All-Star festivities the best and what the All-Time great is most proud of.
Boonie Bites: Did US Soccer Hook The Casual Fan?
Bret Boone chats with Ben & Woods about the hype that the US Men's Soccer team brought to the coutnry for their brief run...but will the attention stay?
No Team Is Standing Out
Bret Boone chats with 105.3 The Game in Dallas to talk about the struggles the Rangers are still going through. Boonie says no team in the AL has really separated themselves yet.
Bret Boone The Soccer Star?
Bret Boone hops on 97.3 The Fan in San Diego to talk MLB and some World Cup. Bret even reveals how we almost saw him on the pitch instead of the baseball diamond.
Players Today Are Different, But For The Better
Bret Boone sits down with some familiar friends - Ben Higgins and Steven Woods from "Ben & Woods" radio show on 97.3 The Fan in San Diego. Boonie & the gang discuss whether the US Men's Soccer team brought a new level of interest in the US. Then, they the difference in mentality from players back in the day, to players of this generation.
If You Can Play Shortstop Here, You Can Play Anywhere
Bret Boone hops on 97.3 The Game in San Diego to talk about the revolving changes to the Padres infield and if those changes will bring wis to San Diego.
Boonie Bites: Dusty Baker's All-Time Charisma
Bret Boone chats with MLB Great, Dusty Baker, about his infectious personality and how it's one of the most memorable in Baseball.
Boonie Bites: Dusty Doesn't Like Where The Game Is Headed
Bret Boone and Dusty Baker chat about the changes in the game since Dusty has gone from player, to coach, to executive. But change isn't always good...
Dusty Baker Says Bring Back Real Coaches
Bret Boone reconnects with a long-time friend, Dusty Baker. The two discuss Dusty's new book, where his all-time great personality came from and he even gives his perspective on how the game has changed with his role with the Giants.
Quick Hits: The AL Struggles
Bret Boone gives his quick-hitting thoughts on why the American League as a whole seems to be struggling with only a few teams prospering.
Is It Time To Blow It Up In Texas?
Bret Boone joins 105.3 The Fan in Dallas as the struggles for his old team are not getting any better. Is it time for a restart for the Texas Rangers?
Did Jazz Chisholm Get The Message?
Bret Boone joins the guys at 97.3 The Fan in San Diego to give his perspective on one of the hottest topics in Baseball - as his Brother and Yankees Manager, Aaron Boone, had to straighten one of his stars out after a questionable decision.
Who Will Buyers Or Sellers At The Trade Deadline?
Bret Boone is joined by Bryan Hoch, Yankees reporter for MLB. They discuss just how far ahead of the rest of the American League the Yankees are and if they should be big buyers at the Trade Deadline. Also, they debate Tarik Skubal's movement and if the Tigers should hold onto to their star pitcher.