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Clear the Field Podcast

Paul Jackson and Ted Walker
Baseball
Chicago Cubs
Houston Astros
Baseball History
Detroit Tigers
New York Mets
Forfeits
World War II
Huey Jennings
Detroit
Chicago White Sox
Philadelphia Phillies
Comiskey Park
New York Giants
Baseball Names
Tiger Stadium
Yellow Baseball
Boston Red Sox
Brooklyn Dodgers
Dodger Stadium

Clear the Field is a baseball history podcast about when the game goes sideways. From the sepia-toned malarky of the 19th century game to the psychedelic mayhem of the swingin’ 70s, these true stories of baseball’s forfeits, mad scientists, and general mayhem are brought to you by two writers, history nuts, and lifelong fans. www.project-318.com

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This Week’s Lineup:

- Why they sell a Cubs-themed parrot at Wrigley Field

- Broadcast shenanigans in Houston

- Recapping Pope Hat Night and tipping our mitres to the supreme homer

- Brand-new old gloves

- Travis Bazzana brings cricket into baseb... more

In the conclusion of our deep-dive into a rare baseball forfeit in 1949, an outraged crowd unleashes a veritable grocery store on three stoic umpires.

Here’s the first part of the story, in case you need it:

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- The fiercest wolv... more

In 1949, a team of showboating umpires tangled with the last group of fans still being served (non-alcoholic) drinks in glass bottles. It didn’t end well.

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- The Philadelphia Phillies’ mid-life identity crisis

- Three performati... more

This Week’s Lineup:

- A visit to the National Ballpark Museum in Denver

- Keeping tabs on author Eric Nusbaum

- Wrigley Field needs an F-16 rule

- Cal Raleigh and Hack Wilson

(Here’s an outstanding write-up of Hack Wilson, the good and the ugly,... more

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Hosts

Ted Walker
Co-host of Take Note; baseball/history writer with a pocket-notebook storytelling approach.
Paul Jackson
Baseball writer, historian, storyteller; driving force behind Project 318's baseball history content.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Well researched and a lot of fun

    Stories I'm often unfamiliar with even though I'm a lifelong baseball fan. Well researched and fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    __scoots__
    United States10 months ago
  • Engrossing, entertaining, and informative

    Jumped in cold and enjoyed it immensely. High marks for conversation, content, and production. Good show chaps!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greekstreek
    United Statesa year ago

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Engrossing and informative with high production quality and strong conversations.
Well-researched and entertaining storytelling that covers lesser-known baseball moments.
Great for fans who want more context and color around historical baseball events.

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The Best Garden In Baseball
Q: What did 1971 reveal about the gardening philosophy behind the rivalry?
The host and Paul discuss the origins of Weaver and Santarone's methods, noting how their approaches reflected broader beliefs about control, patience, and the idea that gardening could influence a ballgame as much as pitching or hitting.
The Best Garden In Baseball
Q: Is there any change in the tomato situation, Pat? Can you speak to that?
Pat explains that the tomato rivalry ebbed and surged, with alternating bursts of competitiveness and collaboration with Weaver, highlighting ongoing strategic plantings and bragging rights that extended into the World Series frame.
The Case of the Looted Locker Room
Q: Had you ever heard of this?
Absolutely not. Not a whisper.
Forfeits: The Best of Baseball's Worst
Q: When you think of a baseball forfeit, does any one particular come to mind?
Paul identifies Disco Demolition Night as particularly iconic, while Ted reflects on the Tencent Beer Night forfeit.
Cork Hunt '87
Q: What was the significance of the bat checks instituted after the controversies?
The bat checks limited managers to one investigation per game to reduce the paranoia and accusations surrounding players, but teams quickly started finding workarounds.

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Fans of this baseball history show are drawn to quirky, back-then-and-now storytelling that makes obscure or bizarre moments feel vivid and relevant. Across recent episodes, the hosts explore forfeits, promotional stunts, oddball scandals, and colorful characters from American baseball history, all tied together with strong narrative reporting and social context. The tone blends humor with cultural insight, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy deep-dive history told through lively, character-driven storytelling. Notable strengths include a consistent co-host dynamic, accessible historical research, and a knack for turning arcane anecdotes into compelling narratives about the game's wilder side.

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Clear the Field Podcast launched a year ago and published 41 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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