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High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast

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Philadelphia Phillies
Phillies
Bryce Harper
Major League Baseball
Baseball
Kyle Schwarber
Zach Wheeler
World Series
Aaron Nola
New York Mets
Trey Turner
METS
Rob Thompson
Alec Bohm
Nick Castellanos
Zack Wheeler
MLB Playoffs
Trade Deadline
Los Angeles Dodgers
Ranger Suarez

Jack Fritz and James Seltzer break down the happenings of the Phillies on and off the field. The guys discuss what the Phillies need to do in the future to get back to the World Series, with special guests, interviews, and fun.

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Cristopher Sanchez breaking the Phillies scoreless streak record and the team sweeping San Diego. Later, Jack proposes an unorthodox way to improve the team's power in the outfield.

Presented by Miller Lite.

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Cristopher Sanchez threw 7 shut-out innings on Wednesday, setting a new Phillies scoreless streak record and sweeping the Padres in the process. Jack Fritz reacts to the historic afternoon and looks ahead to a weekend series in LA.

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are reassessing the Phillies on Memorial Day, breaking down this weekend's loss to Cleveland and previewing the upcoming west coast trip to San Diego and Los Angeles.

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Aaron Nola's latest struggles and wonder if there is any fix for the Phillies former ace who still has four years left on his contract. The guys also go through some general baseball talk, discussing the state of... more

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Recent Guests

Tucker Bagley
Savant of numbers, guest analyst on the episode
Freelance stat analyst / contributor
Episode: Are the Phillies Finally Showing Some Fight?
Jody Mack
Broadcaster, inventor of the term 'Flyered Up'
Flyers/Philadelphia sports media
Episode: Final Out: Phillies Bats Come Alive!
Bryce Harper
Professional baseball player, Phillies outfielder
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Holding Seltzer Hostage To Tell Him About The Quality Of The Phillies' ABs
Dave Dabrowski
President of Baseball Operations / Team executive
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Holding Seltzer Hostage To Tell Him About The Quality Of The Phillies' ABs
Trea Turner
Phillies shortstop and National League batting champion
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Live From The Red October Rally With TREA TURNER!
David Robertson
Veteran closer recently signed by the Phillies
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Phillies Lose To Angels, But Bryce Is Hot And David Robertson Is Here!!!
Mike Schmidt
Hall of Famer and former third baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: MLB Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt Talks Phillies Career and New Documentary | 'The Bret Boone Podcast'
Preston Mattingly
General Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: PHILLIES GM PRESTON MATTINGLY JOINS THE POD!
Aidan Miller
A promising baseball prospect in the Phillies organization
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Reacting to The Middleton Article and AIDAN MILLER JOINS THE PODCAST!

Hosts

Jack Fritz
Host of High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast; frequent contributor on WIP and Phillies-related programs.
James Seltzer
Co-host of the Phillies-focused show; regular on WIP and related Phillies coverage.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • James

    Why does James have to be on top of the camera? He's too close! It's distracting because he also can't sit still! Love the pod but I guess better to listen than to watch on YouTube.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rozbarn
    United States3 months ago
  • Yo.

    Always feel validated by the the Fritz and Seltzer perspective. Let’s get away from the Yo-ho-ho’s though and back to the sentiment dependent flat Yo’s or big Yooooo’s!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A. Valko
    Denmark4 months ago
  • Jack’s what?? He uses the royal We in this one.

    As the Phillies sit at the same crossroads, with the same Christmas tree of dashboard lights flashing for a third straight winter; I find myself instead deeply contemplating the contours of ‘Jack Fritz’s Milieu’

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slice_Em
    United States5 months ago
  • Best Phillies Show

    Best Phillies show hands down!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jenenenbedbbd
    United States6 months ago
  • Good listen

    I do really like the show. I think it’s one of the more informed Phillies fanalyst shows but it’s become a much harder listen recently since Seltzer never lets Jack talk and cuts him off/finishes his thoughts constantly. It’s gotten worse and worse. I don’t know how someone in radio for that long hasn’t been given any feedback on it. It kills conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Average Listener DO
    United States8 months ago

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Some reviews critique audio quality and on-mic banter, noting it can overshadow analysis.
Listeners praise in-depth Phillies insights and authentic fan perspective.
Overall sentiment highlights strong host chemistry and compelling game-focused storytelling.
Sponsors and live reads are appreciated for adding credibility and context to episodes.

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#241
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#29
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Talking Points

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Opening Day is HERE- Phillies open the 2026 season tomorrow!
Q: What was the thinking behind locking Sanchez up long term?
They bet on Sanchez's work ethic and continued development, believing his presence and performance would anchor the rotation for years.
EMERGENCY POD: JESUS LUZARDO SIGNS 5-YEAR CONTRACT EXTENSION
Q: Rank the six pitchers who were signed for 27 million a year.
The host ranks Yamamoto first, then Sale, then Fried, followed by Luzardo, with Glasnow and Rodin completing the list, reflecting personal evaluation of 1-year and multi-year candidates.
Bryce Harper Trade Rumors? Nope, Don't Like Them
Q: This is the Bryce thing. So what do you make of it?
I don't like it.
Monday Night Victory Mailbag Pod
Q: Where does Nola fit in?
Nola is going to take down a playoff star and he's going to be in the rotation.
Phillies Trade Deadline Reaction with GM PRESTON MATTINGLY!
Q: What made Durand the right fit for the Phillies?
Durand's caliber and multiple years of control made him the right fit for our needs.

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A fast-paced Phillies-focused show that blends deep baseball analysis with fan banter and behind-the-scenes team context. Episodes commonly cover pitching staff development, lineup construction, management decisions, and potential mid-season moves, often weaving in minor-league call-ups, trade chatter, and ballpark experiences. The hosts lean into authentic fan perspectives, with moments of humor and rivalry banter that keep the conversations lively, while sponsor reads and live call-ins add a relatable, radio-show energy. Notable strengths include a strong pulse on player development and a willingness to critique lineups and managerial decisions, making it a go-to for fans seeking both technical breakdowns and first-hand team sentiment.

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Recent guests on High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast include:

1. Tucker Bagley
2. Jody Mack
3. Bryce Harper
4. Dave Dabrowski
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6. David Robertson
7. Mike Schmidt
8. Preston Mattingly

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