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Milwaukee's Tailgate Brewers Podcast

Milwaukee's Tailgate Brewers Podcast

By MKE Tailgate Podcast Network

Jaymes Langrehr, Paul Noonan and Ryan Topp discuss the latest news about the Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball, and the Brewers' minor league affiliates. These fans are locked in to reviewing everything on tap each week.
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Episode 165 | The Bloomin' Onion is Delicious

Milwaukee's Tailgate Brewers PodcastNov 23, 2020

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Episode 325 | 2024 Big Season Preview

Episode 325 | 2024 Big Season Preview

It's time once again for our big annual preview, starting with the NL Central, the rest of the league, postseason picks and answers to your questions on the eve of the season.

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Mar 25, 202401:48:19
⁠Episode 324 | 2024 Brewers Pitching Preview⁠

⁠Episode 324 | 2024 Brewers Pitching Preview⁠

We continue our preview of the 2024 season with an in depth look at the Brewers pitching, including the shakeup to the bullpen caused by the Devin Williams injury, the depth of staff, some picks to breakout and your questions.

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Mar 18, 202401:20:50
⁠Episode 323 | 2024 Brewers Positional Preview

⁠Episode 323 | 2024 Brewers Positional Preview

It's time again for our annual multi-part season preview, kicking off with an in depth look at the offense, how they compare with last year, what we expect in 2024 and your (mostly) offense related questions.

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Mar 11, 202401:18:14
 ⁠Episode 322 | The Wrong Contreras

⁠Episode 322 | The Wrong Contreras

It was a pretty quiet week in Brewers camp, but the guys discussed it and tried to assess where things stand in a couple of positional battles.

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Mar 04, 202456:05
 ⁠Episode 321 | Paul Hates Families

⁠Episode 321 | Paul Hates Families

This week Steve sat in with Paul and Ryan to talk about Brandon Woodruff's return, the beginning of the Cactus League season, translucent pants and Alpine Valley escape routes.

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Feb 26, 202401:03:57
Episode 320 | Hot Rivets or The Sanchize

Episode 320 | Hot Rivets or The Sanchize

Spencer sat in with Jaymes and Ryan to discuss the opening of big league camp, Sal Frelick's positional wanderlust, the missing Sanchize and where things stand with ownership these days, plus a whole bunch of questions.

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Feb 19, 202401:18:25
Episode 319 | That Extra Little Spice

Episode 319 | That Extra Little Spice

It was a newsy week in Brewer-land, with the additions of both Jakob Junis and Gary Sanchez and the release of playoff odds for the guys to discuss, along with your questions.

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Feb 13, 202401:12:23
Minor League Extra Teaser | Ben Badler⁠ Interview
Feb 05, 202428:54
Emergency Podcast | Corbin Burnes to the Orioles

Emergency Podcast | Corbin Burnes to the Orioles

We meant to take the week off, but Matt Arnold had other ideas and traded Corbin Burnes to the Orioles for Joey Ortiz, DL Hall and a pick. Steve joined Paul and Ryan to talk all about it and take your questions.

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Feb 02, 202401:01:31
Episode 318 | Rhys Hoskins is a Brewer

Episode 318 | Rhys Hoskins is a Brewer

On this week's show, the guys discussed the how well Rhys Hoskins fits their needs, how it impacts the rest of the roster, what else they might do, and of course, the history of Syphilis.

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Jan 29, 202401:15:26
 Episode 317 | Do Not Speak To Mr. Yelich Unless Spoken To

Episode 317 | Do Not Speak To Mr. Yelich Unless Spoken To

On this week's show we took some looks forward with some high profile prospect lists that came out and looked back remembering some guys and some SI articles.

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Jan 22, 202401:14:56
Episode 316 | I Hate it

Episode 316 | I Hate it

On this week's show, Jaymes and Ryan were joined by Spencer to talk about the Brewers arbitration settlements, building around hitting versus pitching and the next batch of international signings.

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Jan 15, 202401:16:26
Episode 315 | International Brotherhood of Backup Catchers

Episode 315 | International Brotherhood of Backup Catchers

On this week's show, the guys discussed a couple more minor moves, predicted some other moves that might happen and looked ahead to the future of the young core of position players.

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Jan 09, 202453:20
Episode 314 | Pi-COTA Projections

Episode 314 | Pi-COTA Projections

The guys returned to look at the trade with the Mets, the early PECOTA projections, what we think happens with Burnes now and our favorite pies.

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Jan 01, 202401:09:04
Episode 313 | Define What a F#*&@^$ Swing Is

Episode 313 | Define What a F#*&@^$ Swing Is

Spencer joined Jaymes and Ryan to discuss another couple fliers the Brewers took on pitching, the outlook for adding international players and what we'd do if we were commissioner for a day.

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Dec 18, 202301:00:40
 ⁠Episode 312 | Sho Him The Money
Dec 11, 202301:24:15
Episode 311 | Future Manager Brian Anderson

Episode 311 | Future Manager Brian Anderson

On this week's show the guys discussed the Jackson Chourio extension from every possible angle, talked out-of-the-box trades for the Winter Meetings and past future managers.

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Dec 04, 202301:05:56
Episode 310 | Resting Manager Face

Episode 310 | Resting Manager Face

It was an insanely busy week in Brewers land, with the hiring of a new manager, a bunch of promotions within the coaching staff, the non-tender of Brandon Woodruff and a whole basket full of smaller moves for Jaymes, Spencer and Ryan to discuss.

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Nov 20, 202301:29:30
Episode 309 | Everyone Besides Hank The Dog On The Block?

Episode 309 | Everyone Besides Hank The Dog On The Block?

The whole crew was back this week to take your Counsell questions, play a spirited round of the blame game and a look forward into a now more unsettled offseason.

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Nov 13, 202301:02:43
Paul's Emergency Counsell Pod

Paul's Emergency Counsell Pod

Paul was busy when it all went down, but wanted to get his two cents in.

Nov 10, 202332:40
EXPLICIT | Craig Counsell Emergency Podcast

EXPLICIT | Craig Counsell Emergency Podcast

There are F-bombs.

Lots of them.

Don't say we didn't warn you.

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Nov 07, 202350:09
Episode 308 | Next Time on "As The Counsell Turns"
Nov 06, 202301:03:20
Episode 307 | Break Glass in Cast of Emergency

Episode 307 | Break Glass in Cast of Emergency

Craig Counsell is out and interviewing elsewhere, so the guys discussed his prospects for staying and who might replace him if he goes, some potential player moves for the winter and how the organization has changed since Stearns stepped down.

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Oct 30, 202301:04:23
Episode 306 | Zack Greinke Walks Alone

Episode 306 | Zack Greinke Walks Alone

The guys are back this week to discuss the Wooddruff injury news, the ongoing Counsell saga and the stadium deal now working it's way through the legislature. They also talked walkup music that slaps.

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Oct 23, 202356:04
Episode 305 | Winker, Taylor, Owen, Cry

Episode 305 | Winker, Taylor, Owen, Cry

Well, that sucked, but we're here to get you through the untimely end to the Brewers season and to start glancing forward to what promises to be an interesting offseason.

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Oct 06, 202301:32:30
Episode 304 | Sources Close to my Google Machine

Episode 304 | Sources Close to my Google Machine

The playoffs are starting this week and the guys looked back at a successful regular season and ahead towards a wild card matchup with the Diamondbacks and where this Craigtember ranks in the pantheon.

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Oct 02, 202301:03:44
Episode 303 | The Platonic Ideal of Funny Position Player Pitching

Episode 303 | The Platonic Ideal of Funny Position Player Pitching

This week the guys discussed the playoff clinching victory, what remains to be done this season, some Brewers history and a potential entertainment district.

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Sep 25, 202301:15:54
Episode 302 | Be On The Supply Side

Episode 302 | Be On The Supply Side

The guys discussed what was a pretty outstanding week for the Brewers, David Stearns finally landing with the Mets, how things are setting up for the playoffs and of course those stinkin' patches.

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Sep 17, 202301:18:19
Episode 301 | You Don't Win Friends With Salad

Episode 301 | You Don't Win Friends With Salad

On this week's show the guys talked about the no hitter that wasn't, potential playoff matchups, alternate Brewers histories and, of course, the Great Brian Anderson Staring Contest of 2023.

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Sep 11, 202301:08:12
Episode 300| Inevitable Heat Death of the Universe

Episode 300| Inevitable Heat Death of the Universe

Steve joined Jaymes and Ryan to talk about a .500 week against a couple of playoff contenders, make sense of the Josh Donaldson acquisition, play a few hits and look back at 300 episodes of the podcast.

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Sep 04, 202301:10:56
 Episode 299 | Craigtember™

Episode 299 | Craigtember™

The Brewers have won 8 in a row and the guys broke down the week that was, looked forward to the Cubs series and the rest of the season, guessed at some roster moves and took a look way back to 2008.

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Aug 28, 202301:22:02
Episode 298 | The Brewers Horny Weekend

Episode 298 | The Brewers Horny Weekend

This week, Spencer joined Jaymes and Ryan to discuss what turned out to be a good road trip, Rowdy Tellez's return, September roster expansion and how the Texas heat got to the Brewers broadcasters.

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Aug 21, 202301:05:51
Episode 297 | It's Steve! It's Steve!

Episode 297 | It's Steve! It's Steve!

Steve joined Paul and Ryan this week to discuss a good week for the Crew, the sustainability of the bullpen performance and the futures of Sal Frelick, Joey Wiemer and WIlly Adames. They also talked about beer festivals.

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Aug 14, 202301:01:44
Episode 296 | The Secret of Stadium Sauce

Episode 296 | The Secret of Stadium Sauce

On this week's episode, Jaymes, Paul, and Spencer discuss the trades we did not get to last week, Brice Turang's hot streak, the Yelich rebound, the problem with Luis Urias, who starts in the playoffs, and sausage condiments. They also answer all of your questions, except one that they didn't understand.


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Aug 07, 202352:00
Episode 295 | Before the Deadline

Episode 295 | Before the Deadline

On this week's show, the guys discussed the Santana and Canha trades, what they got and what they gave up, what still might be coming and where things stand after 4 straight losses.

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Aug 01, 202301:15:49
Episode 294 Repost (Apple Podcast Users)

Episode 294 Repost (Apple Podcast Users)

We've gotten reports that even 4 hours after Ryan corrected his mistake and posted the correct audio file, Apple Podcasts (and perhaps others?) have not yet updated. For those users, here is the correct audio file.


Jul 24, 202301:29:16
Episode 294 | The Legend of Sal Frelick

Episode 294 | The Legend of Sal Frelick

The guys talked about A LOT of things this week, including the coming trade deadline, the potential for internal help, and other things...but let's be honest, this is the Sal Frelick episode.

Editor's Note: When this podcast was first posted, Ryan stupidly uploaded episode 284 instead of 294. It has now been fixed. Sorry about that everyone!

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Jul 24, 202301:29:16
Episode 293 | What If They Just Keep Winning?

Episode 293 | What If They Just Keep Winning?

On this week's show Jaymes and Ryan were joined by special guest Spencer Michaelis to talk about the sweep of the Reds, the Brewers draft class and the upcoming trade deadline.

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Jul 17, 202301:17:44
Episode 292 | Break TIme!

Episode 292 | Break TIme!

On this week's show the guys discussed the highs and lows of the last week, whether a corner has been turned against LHP, who should go from the current roster and Ryan being cursed.

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Jul 10, 202301:07:18
Episode 291 | Live from the Bates Motel

Episode 291 | Live from the Bates Motel

This week the guys discussed the hugely successful road trip, that frustrating loss on Friday, the trade deadline and whether or not the Brewers are boring.

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Jul 03, 202301:25:28
Episode 290 | This Team is Jerry Seinfeld

Episode 290 | This Team is Jerry Seinfeld

On this week's show the guys discussed the ups and downs of the team, Corbin Burnes and Freddy Peralta, the Reds and Joey Wiemer.

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Jun 26, 202301:15:25
Episode 289 | Levitating Above the Pile of Crap

Episode 289 | Levitating Above the Pile of Crap

On this week's show the guys tried to make sense of the week, looked ahead to the trade deadline, reassessed the Teheran outlook, contextualized Mark A ending up on the A's relocation committee and that stupid bobblehead.

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Jun 19, 202301:09:26
Episode 288 | I Tend to be a Bleeder

Episode 288 | I Tend to be a Bleeder

Paul returned to the pod just in time to talk all about the Brewers sweep at the hand of lowly A's. The guys attempted to make sense of that, where things stand now and what the future looks like.

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Jun 12, 202301:11:04
Episode 287 | Brewers 2023: What is Going On Here?

Episode 287 | Brewers 2023: What is Going On Here?

This week JR Radcliffe joined Jaymes and Ryan to discuss the seemingly endless string of injuries facing the team, the various pop up surprise performances that are keeping them in it and how all of this bodes for the future. The guys also talked hometowns, internet connections and potatoes.

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Jun 05, 202301:13:59
Episode 286 | Join Me On Twitter Spaces For More

Episode 286 | Join Me On Twitter Spaces For More

Steve stepped in for Paul this week and, well, you'll just have to listen to find out just how off the rails one podcast can go.

Please note the explicit tag on this one. We mean it.

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May 29, 202356:11
 Episode 285 | Not Even One of the Best Rays

Episode 285 | Not Even One of the Best Rays

On this week's show, the guys discussed the rough road trip, the continued issues against LHP, Willy Adames future, where pitching help might come from and the strangeness of the Trop.

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May 22, 202359:49
Episode 284 | Pauper Joey Votto

Episode 284 | Pauper Joey Votto

On this all questions episode, the guys talked about Christian Yelich's backness, Eric Lauer's bullpeness, Luke Voit and Keston Hiura's hurtness, Darrin Ruf's Brewerness and Tyler Black's Vottoness.

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May 16, 202301:22:33
Episode 283 | The Offense Again?

Episode 283 | The Offense Again?

On this week's show the guys talked about the rough road trip, the offensive struggles, reverse platoon splits, and Luke Voit's spot on the roster. Also discussed were the SP plan post 2024 and where Hader stands today.

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May 08, 202301:10:55
Episode 282 | Cannibalistic Cheese

Episode 282 | Cannibalistic Cheese

Steve joined Jaymes and Ryan this week to talk about where things stand a month into the season, the NL Central race, the injury outlook, the bullpen, free soccer tickets and, of course, cheese on cheese cannibalism.

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May 01, 202301:06:48
Episode 281 | Paul Peels his Thumb
Apr 24, 202301:18:16