Skip to main content
This Week In APBA Anchor preview

This Week In APBA Anchor preview

By John Asalon

Announcing our new podcast platform!
Available on
Apple Podcasts Logo
Google Podcasts Logo
Overcast Logo
Pocket Casts Logo
PodBean Logo
RadioPublic Logo
Spotify Logo
Currently playing episode

WE HAVE A NEW PODCAST PROVIDER!!!

This Week In APBA Anchor previewFeb 21, 2019

00:00
02:57
Pre-convention update from John Herson

Pre-convention update from John Herson

It’s here!! The 2023 APBA National Convention in Alpharetta, Georgia! John Herson gives us the lowdown for the festivities to look forward to!!
Jun 21, 202324:40
This Week in APBA with special guest, David Macias

This Week in APBA with special guest, David Macias

David Macias is another APBA solo and league player who also has a fascinating career in the music business. He and I chat about both in this episode.
Apr 12, 202336:05
The History of APBA; according to Fritz Light, Part 5

The History of APBA; according to Fritz Light, Part 5

Fritz wraps up talking about his years with the game company and answers questions submitted by the community.
Feb 21, 202353:30
The History of APBA, according to Fritz Light. (Part 4)

The History of APBA, according to Fritz Light. (Part 4)

Fritz becomes the president of the game company after the passing of founder, Dick Seitz. But APBA faces tough times as the decade of the ‘90s comes to a close
Feb 05, 202301:04:08
The History of APBA….according to Fritz Light (Part 3).

The History of APBA….according to Fritz Light (Part 3).

We explore the APBA GAME COMPANY through the 1980’s. Fritz fills us in on how the game company upgraded its business through the use of “new tech”. He also shares insight to the creation of the computer version of APBA BASEBALL.
Jan 20, 202301:08:52
The History of APBA…according to Fritz Light, Part 2, with John Herson and John Asalon

The History of APBA…according to Fritz Light, Part 2, with John Herson and John Asalon

Fritz discusses his early years at the game company beginning in 1972.
Jan 10, 202356:22
Happy Holidays and thank you from TWIA!

Happy Holidays and thank you from TWIA!

John Herson joins me to to say thank you to the APBA community and wishing all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Dec 14, 202220:45
The History of APBA with Fritz Light

The History of APBA with Fritz Light

Part one of a series of episodes covering the history of APBA through the eyes of former game company president, Fritz Light. Current president, John Herson joins the party, as well.
Nov 30, 202240:56
Herson and Asalon on APBA….and everything else.

Herson and Asalon on APBA….and everything else.

Let’s get granular!
Nov 07, 202203:38
Herson and Asalon on APBA….and everything else.

Herson and Asalon on APBA….and everything else.

Let’s get granular.
Nov 07, 202204:15
Herson and Asalon on APBA and everything else.

Herson and Asalon on APBA and everything else.

King Charles and College Football coaching changes.
Oct 25, 202204:55
Herson and Asalon on APBA and everything else.

Herson and Asalon on APBA and everything else.

The launch to a new TWIA feature segment.
Oct 24, 202210:56
TWIA BONUS-CAST

TWIA BONUS-CAST

Herson and Asalon play prognosticators of the gridiron (that term shows you how old I am). Let’s go!!!
Oct 07, 202215:55
TWIA Bonus Segment

TWIA Bonus Segment

John Herson joins me for a quick bonus segment to discuss the new 1984R baseball set and other news.
Sep 22, 202215:55
John Scott joins me to talk about his uncle, John Morton, and his extensive APBA collection.

John Scott joins me to talk about his uncle, John Morton, and his extensive APBA collection.

John Scott was taught to play APBA by his uncle, John Morton. When his uncle John became to ill to play, the nephew was asked to find a good home for his extensive collection. It’s a story of love and respect of family and how the APBA community played a part in finding a home for Mr. Morton’s favorite hobby.
Sep 19, 202233:12
Episode 116 with Jack Dolan

Episode 116 with Jack Dolan

I have a conversation with APBA Premier Soccer League commissioner, Jack Dolan, about the second incarnation of the League and his hopes of growing it further.
Sep 04, 202201:03:21
2022 APBA TOURNAMENT WINNERS

2022 APBA TOURNAMENT WINNERS

I interview most (not all) of the 2022 APBA convention tournament winners; Dick Moore (football), Chuck Sorce (hockey), Wally Skomoroh (soccer) and Mike Kehrer (baseball). ENJOY!!
Aug 30, 202201:07:30
Fritz Light Q&A at 2022 APBA Convention

Fritz Light Q&A at 2022 APBA Convention

Greg Wells conducts a compelling interview with APBA icon, Fritz Light, at this year’s National Convention in Alpharetta.
Jul 30, 202250:40
TWIA 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees Episode

TWIA 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees Episode

I have the pleasure of chatting with the newest members of the APBA Hall of Fame. Ted Knorr, Ken Shultz and Gilles Thibault talk about their moment at most recent APBA convention and what it means to be a part of that special club.
Jul 15, 202201:02:08
Episode 112: 2022 APBA convention recap with John Herson.

Episode 112: 2022 APBA convention recap with John Herson.

Get the party started!! The first in a string of podcasts dedicated to the 2022 APBA NATIONAL CONVENTION in Alpharetta, Georgia. Company president, John Herson kicks things off with his thoughts and observations.
Jul 02, 202256:08
TWIA Episode #111 with special guest, Geoff Giordano.

TWIA Episode #111 with special guest, Geoff Giordano.

Check out the latest episode of This Week in APBA as I chat with one of the “football guys”, Geoff Giordano. Geoff has been a long time fan and promoter of the APBA FOOTBALL game. We talk about that and his newest project, the APBA Football Club Podcast.
Jun 18, 202244:07
This Week in APBA: Episode #110

This Week in APBA: Episode #110

A mini-pod with John Herson talking new products and updates….and maybe a tease for the 2022 APBA Convention.
May 10, 202237:53
TWIA Episode #109 with guest, Chuck Paul

TWIA Episode #109 with guest, Chuck Paul

APBA re-player extraordinaire, Chuck Paul, joins the podcast. Chuck has virtually replayed every baseball season from 1956 through 1968 and has compiled the stats, as well.
Apr 29, 202237:43
This Week in APBA episode 108: Q&A with John Herson

This Week in APBA episode 108: Q&A with John Herson

The long awaited question and answer sit down with APBA CEO John Herson is here!! Sit back and listen as John answers queries you, the APBA community have submitted.
Mar 15, 202201:18:47
This Week in APBA: Episode #107 with special guest, Dominick Provisiero

This Week in APBA: Episode #107 with special guest, Dominick Provisiero

I chat with long time friend of the podcast, Dom Provisiero, about his new found freedom in retirement and his new project, Breakfast with APBA.
Mar 03, 202247:36
This Week In APBA, Episode 106

This Week In APBA, Episode 106

The boss (John Herson; not Springsteen) talk February product update and other crap…
Feb 06, 202237:34
This Week in APBA Episode #105

This Week in APBA Episode #105

He rang out 2021 and now brings in 2022….John Herson is my guest, and is entertaining, as always.
Jan 20, 202201:17:56
This Week in APBA Episode #104 with special guest, John Herson.

This Week in APBA Episode #104 with special guest, John Herson.

On this Thanksgiving edition of TWIA, I chat with the guy all of the APBA community is thankful for, company President, John Herson.
Nov 24, 202101:18:03
This Week In APBA Episode #103

This Week In APBA Episode #103

Join me and my guest, Brian Wells, as we discuss his 18 year affiliation with APBA games and it’s conventions. Brian, 28, brings an interesting take on the game through the eyes of the younger APBA player.
Nov 21, 202132:10
This Week In APBA episode #102

This Week In APBA episode #102

Another special edition, APBA Convention podcast. This time, I re-live convention weekend with a variety of interviews and re-caps that shows the fun and frivolity of the event.
Nov 06, 202101:00:35
This Week in APBA Episode #101: 2020-21 APBA Convention Hall of Fame Edition

This Week in APBA Episode #101: 2020-21 APBA Convention Hall of Fame Edition

I chat with the newest members of the APBA Hall of Fame, including Dr. Rebecca Peterson and Steve Ryan, who is joined by his wife, Chastity. APBA CEO, John Herson interviews, yours truly about my induction.
Sep 24, 202153:22
Episode #100!!!!!!! Skeet Carr Q & A at the APBA Convention.

Episode #100!!!!!!! Skeet Carr Q & A at the APBA Convention.

Greg Wells asks the questions and long time APBA employee and legend, Skeet Wells answers them at the 2021 convention.
Sep 06, 202137:43
This Week In APBA: Episode #99 with special guest, John Herson (with cameos from Ray and Roy).

This Week In APBA: Episode #99 with special guest, John Herson (with cameos from Ray and Roy).

Our pre-convention podcast featuring APBA CEO, John Herson with brief cameos from early arrivals, Ray Dunlap and Roy Langhans.
Aug 26, 202125:36
This Week in APBA: Episode #98 with special guest, Ted Knorr.

This Week in APBA: Episode #98 with special guest, Ted Knorr.

Ted gives us a synopsis of his simulated series between the 1921 World Champion, New York Giants and the 1921 Negro League champs, the Chicago American Giants.
Aug 18, 202145:18
TWIA Episode #97 with special guest, John Herson.

TWIA Episode #97 with special guest, John Herson.

APBA CEOJohn Herson and I chat about the upcoming convention in August.
Jul 05, 202157:31
Episode #96 APBA Convention Tournament Director’s’ Special.

Episode #96 APBA Convention Tournament Director’s’ Special.

Jack Dolan (soccer), Ray Dunlap (football) and Steve Skoff (hockey) detail this year’s APBA tournaments.
Jun 26, 202159:09
This Week In APBA EPISODE #95

This Week In APBA EPISODE #95

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
My guest this week is Paul Tambrino, a New York native and big Yankee fan who has been playing APBA since 1954. He talks about his fantasy team matchups and the broadcasts of some of those games he puts out every Friday.
Jun 21, 202130:25
This Week In APBA episode #94 with special guest, John Herson.

This Week In APBA episode #94 with special guest, John Herson.

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
Check out all the news that’s fit to podcast when APBA CEO, John Herson joins me.
May 19, 202101:12:34
This Week in APBA episode #94 with special guest, Roger Mills

This Week in APBA episode #94 with special guest, Roger Mills

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
We go allllllll the way back to the turn of the century.....the 20th century, that is, and talk to Roger Mills about his 1901 replay; the first installment of our “70th Anniversary of APBA” replay project.
Feb 24, 202139:00
TWIA episode #93 with special guest, Bob Morris.

TWIA episode #93 with special guest, Bob Morris.

Long time APBA gamer, Bob Morris, joins me for a stroll down “league play memory lane” as we reminisce about the FBNBA and the QLBL. Bobby also catches us up on the 2021 TGA golf tournament, which he is a part of this season. Check it out; you won’t regret it!
Jan 30, 202142:03
This Week In APBA welcomes in the New Year (and not a moment too soon) with John Herson.

This Week In APBA welcomes in the New Year (and not a moment too soon) with John Herson.

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
The “John and John Show” open up the first podcast of 2021 and chat it up about new APBA products, an ambitious proposal to chart an APBA replay for every year beginning in 1901, and just about anything that pops into our heads. Sit back and enjoy!!
Jan 12, 202101:26:39
John Asalon’s broadcast of the 1964 All-Star Game from his APBA replay of of that season.

John Asalon’s broadcast of the 1964 All-Star Game from his APBA replay of of that season.

A play-by-play journey back to 1964 when the All-Star game was held at the brand-spanking new, Shea Stadium in New York. TWIA host, John Asalon, uses his replay of the first half of that season to construct the rosters and lineups of both the Senior and Junior Circuits; complete with between inning commercials from the day. So sit back and enjoy the 1964 All-Star Game!!
Dec 12, 202003:42:48
This Week In APBA: Episode #90

This Week In APBA: Episode #90

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
Larry Van Beek joins me for a trip down Memory Lane as he chats about his father, Cliff, who invented National Pastime, the prototype for APBA Baseball.
Nov 24, 202033:23
TWIA preview

TWIA preview

Yes, we’re still here!!
Oct 29, 202003:03
This Week In APBA Episode #89

This Week In APBA Episode #89

Today Ken Kraft talks to us about his 1958 C&D replay and a self made pitching chart which he says will limit “APBA-ball”
Sep 17, 202045:43
This Week In APBA Episode 88

This Week In APBA Episode 88

Game company CEO, John Herson is back to update us on anything and everything new at APBA!
Sep 04, 202057:34
This Week In APBA episode #87 with special guest, Roy Langhans.

This Week In APBA episode #87 with special guest, Roy Langhans.

APBA Hall of Famer, Roy Langhans, joins me to talk about the 20th Anniversary of his “Game of the Day” project.
Aug 13, 202047:41
This Week In APBA Episode #86 with special guest, Todd Radom.

This Week In APBA Episode #86 with special guest, Todd Radom.

Had a great discussion with graphic designer and mega-sports fan, Todd Radom. We talked about his extensive work in designing team and event logos over the years as well as the two books he has authored.
You don’t want to miss this interview!
Jul 24, 202058:32
This Week In APBA Episode #85 with special guest, John Herson.

This Week In APBA Episode #85 with special guest, John Herson.

APBA CEO and President, John Herson joins me to talk about the newest products available at the APBA store and much more.
Jul 18, 202054:57
This Week In APBA with special guest, Steve Craig.

This Week In APBA with special guest, Steve Craig.

This week I have a chat with Atlanta radio personality, Steve Craig, who is a new member to the APBA community through the golf game.
Jul 10, 202054:42