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The Show Before the Show: Episode 433

Ben, Sam, Tyler share past, present, futures of their careers
November 22, 2023

Check out the latest episodes of The Show Before the Show, MiLB.com's official podcast. A segment rundown is listed below, in case you want to skip to a particular section. Like the podcast? Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts. The podcast is also available via Spotify, Megaphone and other

Check out the latest episodes of The Show Before the Show, MiLB.com's official podcast. A segment rundown is listed below, in case you want to skip to a particular section. Like the podcast? Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts. The podcast is also available via Spotify, Megaphone and other podcast-listening apps. This episode can also be found on Minor League Baseball's official YouTube page. Send questions or feedback to [email protected], and follow hosts Sam Dykstra (@SamDykstraMiLB) and Benjamin Hill (@bensbiz) on X.

Intro/Sam Dykstra segment (0:00)

With Thanksgiving arriving up this week and Americans from coast to coast gathering around the table, Ben, Sam and Tyler have decided to hold their own Turkey Day-like discussion, this time on the past, present and future of their careers covering Minor League Baseball in all its aspects. Sam's up first with a look at how he arrived at prospect writing.

Tyler Maun segment (36:17)

Tyler shares his road to the broadcasting booth and answers what he'd like his signature moment to be behind the mic.

Benjamin Hill segment (1:01:37)

Ben delves into his winding road to becoming the king of Minor League business and culture coverage.

Josh Jackson interrupts (1:34:29)

No Ghosts of the Minors this week, but Josh Jackson -- er, a character named Josh Jackson -- talks about his background in the national pastime.

Wrapping up (1:35:37)

The guys end the pod by talking about what makes them thankful heading into this holiday season.