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Full Seam Ahead - A Houston Astros Podcast

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Houston Astros
Major League Baseball
Los Angeles Dodgers
Framber Valdez
Trade Deadline
Alex Bregman
Pittsburgh Pirates
Texas Rangers
Ronel Blanco
Yordan Alvarez
Miami Marlins
Kyle Tucker
Oakland Athletics
Hunter Brown
Seattle Mariners
Tampa Bay Rays
Yusei Kikuchi
Minnesota Twins
Shohei Ohtani
Colorado Rockies

Join Zo, Angel, and Steban at the conclusion of each Astros series for a recap of the series, a look ahead to the next opponent, and some chatter from around the league.

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Latest Episodes

- The Astros lost their first two games of the 2026 season but bounced back to win the next two, splitting the four-game series against the Angels.

- Recap LAA series

- Starting pitching struggled mightly

- Bullpen threw more innings than the star... more

- Lorenzo and Steban reunite to kick things off on Opening Day, getting you ready for the Astros’ 2026 season!

- Lookover Lorenzo's 26-man Opening Day roster projections

- Opening Day rosters are finalized and Lorenzo was so close to nailing them

more

- The Houston Astros have started playing spring training games this past week and there are some topics of discussions to get to.

- New offensive approach so far this spring

- The Astros lead the league in walks (65) in nine games. However, have t... more

- The Houston Astros have officially settled in at West Palm Beach for one week!

- Infield depth continues to be the talk of town

- Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes on trade rumors

- Who's the odd man out?

- Lorenzo believes Walker will stay pu... more

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Recent Guests

Stevon Fidding
Longtime Astros fan and guest on the podcast
Episode: Astros Sweep the A's
Christian Walker
New first baseman for the Houston Astros
Houston Astros
Episode: The Astros Are Not Done Yet
Omar Vizquel
11-time Gold Glove winner, former Major League Baseball infielder
Former MLB player, Coach with the Detroit Tigers
Episode: 11-time Gold Glover Omar Vizquel joins the show!

Hosts

Zo Cantuz
Host of Full Seam Ahead, aligned with Full Seam Ahead - A Houston Astros Podcast
Steban
Co-host of Full Seam Ahead, part of a Houston Astros-focused show
Angel
Co-host of Full Seam Ahead, contributes across episodes

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • My favorite Astros Podcast!!!!

    These guys know what their talking about and they make it fun for Astros fans! If I miss the game I know I can come back on here and get caught up to date. From recaps to awards, this is the best Astros podcast for Astros fans to follow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SalD14
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 STAR ASTROS PODCAST!

    This podcast is VERY VERY active on the Houston Astros. I get all my latest rumors, news, and information on the Astros from Zo and Cantu. The guys do a very good job keeping you engage with their shout-out segment and keep you up to date everyday on Twitter/X.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yeese956
    United States2 years ago
  • Highly recommend, the best Astros podcast I’ve listen to!

    These guys give me the best insight on what’s happening in the Astros organization! The interviews they had with Morgan Ensberg and Billy Wagner were fantastic. Can’t wait for baseball to start and listen to their game recaps, great job guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Strosgirl75
    United States2 years ago
  • Houston Love

    Love a good Astros podcast. These guys have good social media presence as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mikeknottsealofapproval
    United States2 years ago
  • Love Houston and the Astros!

    Love getting updates all the time from these guys! Doing a great job as always and love the giveaways!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kwishbx
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Praise for depth of Astros insight and engaging banter makes it a go-to for fans.
Listeners appreciate timely updates on trades, injuries, and spring training
Guests and interviews are noted as high quality and informative for team followers
Audience notes strong social media presence and regular updates

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#25
Poland/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#59
South Africa/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Astros Head To West Palm Beach
Q: Who's going to be your surprise player this upcoming season?
I think for me, it's Jacob Melton who makes his presence known for the Astros organization; he's a highly regarded prospect.
Astros Head To West Palm Beach
Q: Who do you want to see take a leap forward into this season?
It's going to be Jeremy Pena on the defensive side; he did a really great job of kind of picking up his offensive numbers last year.
Astros Head To West Palm Beach
Q: What are you expecting in this spring training?
I think in this spring training, Jose Altuve will be playing a lot of left field just to get comfortable with that position.
Astros Spanish Broadcaster, Francisco Romero
Q: What is the best advice you can give someone who is trying to pursue a career in broadcasting?
Get a degree in a relevant field, practice broadcasting, learn editing skills, and use technology to create content.
Astros First Half. 2nd Half Starts Now!
Q: Who do you think will be the second-half hero?
Kyle Tucker is anticipated to be pivotal once he returns to the lineup.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Full Seam Ahead

What is Full Seam Ahead about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on recaps of Houston Astros series, opponent previews, and broader league chatter, with hosts Zo Cantuz, Angel, Steban, and Cantu sharing inside baseball, lineup strategies, and off-season moves. Episodes frequently cover spring training developments, pitching depth, coaching changes, arbitration news, World Baseball Classic coverage, and promotional/market updates around the team. The format blends banter, expert insight, and guest-driven conversations, appealing to die-hard Astros fans and listeners who want quick, informed takes on player performances, roster decisions, and team direction. A notable strength is its accessible yet informed discussion of complex baseball decisions, plus occasional cross-pod guest appearanc... more

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