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My Baseball History

Dan Wallach
Baseball
Negro Leagues
Cleveland Guardians
Cleveland Indians
Card Collecting
Baseball Cards
Mickey Mantle
Cooperstown
Chicago White Sox
League Park
1920 World Series
TCMA
NY Yankees
Baseball History
Baseball Memorabilia
Cy Young
Shoeless Joe Jackson
Ray Chapman
Tris Speaker
Bob Feller

My Baseball History is a long form interview podcast. Each episode, host Dan Wallach talks to someone new who has some sort of association to the game of baseball, learns about how they fell in love with the game, and how they got where they are today.

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On part two of this two-part episode, Dan Wallach talks with Robert K. Fitts, who is an award-winning author and researcher, with a focus on modern baseball history in Japan and the in-stadium experience in the Japanese ballpark today.

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On part one of this two-part episode, Dan Wallach talks with Robert K. Fitts, who is an award-winning author and researcher whose focus is the history of baseball in Japan and Japanese baseball cards.

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On this episode, Dan Wallach talks with Maybelle Blair, who is a women's baseball pioneer and former player in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League with the Peoria Redwings.

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On this episode, Dan Wallach talks with Adam Darowski, who is the Executive Director of Design at Sports Reference, and a Negro Leagues and Latin American baseball historian focused on the intersection of statistical analysis and historical preservat... more

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Recent Guests

Robert K. Fitts
Award-winning American researcher and author focused on baseball history in Japan
Rob's Japanese Baseball Cards, LLC / SABR Asian Baseball Committee
Episode: Episode 0508 - Robert K. Fitts, Part 1
Maybelle Blair
Former All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player and women's baseball pioneer
All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAAGPBL); International Women's Baseball Center (IWBC)
Episode: Episode 0507 - Maybelle Blair
Adam Darowski
Executive Director of Design at Sports Reference; Negro Leagues historian
Sports Reference
Episode: Episode 0506 - Adam Darowski
Bob Kendrick
President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (Kansas City)
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Episode: Episode 0505 - Bob Kendrick
Gary Cieradkowski
Renowned baseball historian, author and artist
Studiogaryc.com / The Infinite Baseball Card Set
Episode: Episode 0504 - Gary Cieradkowski
Ed Wheatley
St. Louis Cardinals historian, author
Episode: Episode 0502 - Ed Wheatley
Larry Lester
Author, historian, co-founder of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Episode: Episode 0501 - Larry Lester & Stephanie Liscio
Stephanie Liscio
Author and researcher
Cleveland-area baseball history research
Episode: Episode 0501 - Larry Lester & Stephanie Liscio
Nancy Faust
Former White Sox organist, pivotal figure in game-day entertainment
Nancy Faust (artist/organist)
Episode: "Nancy Faust At The Game"

Host

Dan Wallach
Host of the show and long-form interviewer focused on baseball history, culture, and archival storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Detailed, enjoyable history of baseball with thoughtful interviews

    I’ve very much enjoyed the deeply thoughtful, extended interviews. Dan know his stuff. He goes beyond the surface to gather details most shows would miss. A please to listen to the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshuaPlatt
    United States2 months ago
  • Comprehensive and well done

    So informative, detailed, and enjoyable to listen to! Make sure to check out the liner notes, lots of extra info

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not happy w/ App
    United States3 months ago
  • Love the Podcast

    I thoroughly enjoy all of your podcast! Especially the one with Bob Kendrick! Thanks for the mention of C.I. Taylor! Keep up the great work! You have a fan in me!

    Scott Busch-Out of the Shadows Project

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jen Coffee
    United States4 months ago
  • Fave baseball podcast!

    Host Dan Wallace is a terrific interviewer and puts great questions to all his interesting guests. The latest program, with two historians of the Negro Leagues, is superb.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    philipsturner
    United States9 months ago
  • Comprehensive and well done

    So informative, detailed, and enjoyable to listen to! Excellent liner notes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not happy w/ App
    United States9 months ago

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Fans praise the depth and preparation of interviews and liner notes.
Listeners highlight the thorough, well-researched storytelling and great range of guests.
The show's unique segment with the host's mom adds a personal, memorable touch.
Audience appreciates the engaging, long-form format and the host's thoughtful questioning.

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#60
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 0501 - Larry Lester & Stephanie Liscio
Q: What were the seven Negro League organizations MLB recognized as major leagues, and what criteria did they meet?
Lester explains the seven leagues included in MLB's recognized major leagues and describes the criteria: solid scheduling, robust news coverage, and consistent operations that distinguished them from other leagues, which helped MLB formalize their status in the record books.
Episode 0409 - Josh Rawitch
Q: What is Josh Rawitch's current role and what are his core responsibilities as president of the Hall of Fame?
As president, he oversees the administration of the Hall, curation, archives, and library, while shaping strategic direction, fundraising, and public outreach. He also coordinates with MLB but emphasizes the institution's independence and mission to tell baseball's broader story, including modern exhibits and maintaining the Plaque Gallery.
Episode 0508 - Robert K. Fitts, Part 1
Q: Tell me about Motoshi Fujita.
Fujita was a notable Japanese baseball figure whose card sparked Rob Fitts' early interest; the discussion expands to how personal discoveries in collecting can lead to deeper historical understanding.
Episode 0506 - Adam Darowski
Q: How did you come to focus on the Negro Leagues and the 4,000-hit project?
Adam describes a shift from his Hall of Stats work to researching where players accumulated hits across multiple leagues, Latin America, and the Negro Leagues, driven by new data and the discovery of gaps in existing records.
Episode 0404 - Michael Aronstein
Q: What gave you the idea to invite fellow card collectors to your basement in 1970?
Michael tells us that the idea came from wanting to meet others who had the same interest in collecting cards, noting the significant gathering as a landmark in hobby history.

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Frequently Asked Questions About My Baseball History

What is My Baseball History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form interviews with baseball insiders, historians, artists, and researchers who explore the game's history, culture, and cross-cultural influence. Episodes often feature deep-dive conversations on overlooked figures, archival discoveries, and the archival notes or liner notes that accompany each episode, offering listeners a thorough, research-driven view of baseball's past. A standout element is the host's preparation and ability to draw nuanced stories from a wide range of guests, from museum leaders to data researchers and artists, with a recurring segment that adds a personal touch. This makes it a strong fit for listeners who love baseball history, archival storytelling, and expert perspectives that connect sport to culture, dipl... more

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1. Robert K. Fitts
2. Maybelle Blair
3. Adam Darowski
4. Bob Kendrick
5. Gary Cieradkowski
6. Ed Wheatley
7. Larry Lester
8. Stephanie Liscio

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