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Bandwagon Beach

John Gennaro
San Diego Padres
San Diego FC
San Diego Football Club
Major League Soccer
Dallas Mavericks
Padres
Sports Media
Luka Doncic
St. Louis City Soccer Club
LA Galaxy
Border Control
Super Bowl LIX
San Diego Sports Media
Unemployment
Juan Soto
Peter Seidler
Media Coverage
Podcasting
Roki Sasaki
San Diego Fires

John Gennaro is a longtime San Diego sports fan who occasionally blogs and podcasts about his fandom, his family and his life. Occasionally, he's joined by friends! bandwagonbeach.com

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With so many known unknowns about the 2026 San Diego Padres, I thought now would be a perfect time to chat with Dylan from Letters to A.J. about all of them. We talked about Tatis hitting cleanup, faith in Nick Castellanos, Luis Campusano losing a ma... more

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Nick Burke is friends with John Gennaro and a former baseball player at UCSD. As such, the two of them don't always agree when it comes to their favorite baseball team, the San Diego Padres.

In this episode, John lays out all of the reasons he's wor... more

YouTube

Hey y’all! This morning I decided to go live over on YouTube to talk about the flurry of moves the San Diego Padres have made over the last few days.

I talked about how there are now four players fighting for two starting jobs in the lineup (1B & DH... more

Earlier this morning, I went live on Substack to talk about how and why my San Diego Padres pessimism is maybe turning into some optimism after Sheel Seidler dropped her lawsuit against the other team owners.

After that, I broke down last night’s i... more

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Cesar Hernandez
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Episode: PREVIEW: Cesar Hernandez reacts to the World Cup draws for USA & Mexico
Mikey Yvatas
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Mikey Varas
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Episode: Mikey Varas reflects on the end of San Diego FC's season
Karim Zidan
Investigative journalist and author of Sports Politika
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Episode: PREVIEW: Preparing for a chaotic World Cup
Sean Kelly
Virtual Statman Statistician for Formula 1
Episode: Padres check-in & Abu Dhabi Grand Prix preview
Corey Baird
Professional soccer player for San Diego Football Club
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Episode: Weekend Recap & SDFC/Minnesota United preview
Keith Costigan
Soccer analyst and commentator for AppleTV ML
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Episode: PREVIEW: Keith Costigan talks 2026 World Cup & 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs
Tyler Heaps
Sporting Director of San Diego Football Club
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Episode: San Diego FC is a breath of fresh air

Hosts

Darren Smith
Longtime San Diego sports radio host known for his engaging and personal style of sports commentary.
John Gennaro
Blogger, podcaster, and producer extraordinaire with expertise in sports media and pop culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • You’ll love it!

    If you’ve been searching for a podcast where two middle aged white men agree with each other on how much they dislike conservatives, this is the show for you! They also sometimes talk about things the other person hasn’t seen and occasionally talk Padres. $5 well spent. Enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Brad in 619
    United States3 months ago
  • thank you darren

    superb listen. thank you darren and john! lovely walk down memory lane. RIP Randy Jones

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    needlejuice
    Ireland4 months ago
  • Thank you!

    As a longtime Darren fan, it’s so great to hear his voice coming out of my speakers again! Really enjoy your guys’ dynamic. John, you’re the man for making this happen and it’s great to finally hear what you’ve got to say on this side of the mic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GpPpbOaM
    United Statesa year ago

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Feedback emphasizes a nostalgic connection with the hosts, particularly honoring past contributions in sports broadcasting.
Listeners appreciate the engaging dynamic between the hosts, often commending their candid conversations and relatable anecdotes.

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#101
Ireland/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#109
Mexico/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#193
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Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs Preview (with Joe Lowery)
Q: Joe, can you talk about the significance of qualifying for CONCACAF Champions Cup?
Qualifying for the CONCACAF Champions Cup is vital for San Diego as it enables them to compete regionally and can enhance their legacy in Major League Soccer.
Preparing for a chaotic World Cup
Q: Do you think there will be pro-Palestinian protests during the World Cup?
Yes, there will be shows of solidarity, but they will be met with significant restrictions.
Preparing for a chaotic World Cup
Q: How much of the politics are you expecting on Friday?
The politics are just part of the show now.
Padres check-in & Abu Dhabi Grand Prix preview
Q: What strategy should McLaren adopt heading into this weekend?
Treat it as business as usual unless the race conditions force them to intervene in drivers' orders to ensure Norris wins the title.
Padres check-in & Abu Dhabi Grand Prix preview
Q: What can you tell me about the Abu Dhabi track?
The track surface is really smooth, almost like a billiard table, and tends to be quite dull, generally resulting in a one-stop race.

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Content created focuses primarily on sports conversations in and around San Diego, touched with personal experiences and cultural insights. Listeners can anticipate engaging discussions on various sports topics, including local teams like the San Diego Padres and San Diego FC, as well as broader topics in the sports world such as player trades, team dynamics, and upcoming events like the World Cup. Notably, the hosts weave in narratives from their personal lives and reflect on local sports culture, creating a relatable and engaging environment that extends beyond pure sports commentary.

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2. Cesar Hernandez
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