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Power Stacks with Giesenschlag & Goldsmith

The Growler Network
Cincinnati Reds
Elly De La Cruz
Terry Francona
Major League Baseball
Hunter Greene
Chase Burns
Andrew Abbott
Hunter Green
Nick Lodolo
Sal Stewart
Trade Deadline
Los Angeles Dodgers
New York Mets
Bullpen
Noelvi Marte
Milwaukee Brewers
Spencer Steer
Great American Ballpark
TJ Friedl
Will Benson

Cincinnati Reds pregame show host Brian Giesenschlag and reporter Charlie Goldsmith bring you what they’re hearing about the Reds, share interviews from the clubhouse and break down the latest Elly De La Cruz highlight. They’re along for the 162-game ride as the Reds try to take the next step.

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Latest Episodes

Terry Francona has managed the stretch run of the season in an interesting way as the Reds play more of the young guys. Brian and Charlie dive into how it’s gone and what the priorities have been, and hear from Francona on the process. Brian and Char... more

The Reds have moving pieces as the calendar flips to September. Brian and Charlie detail what the Reds will do with Chase Burns, how Brandon Williamson fits the rotation and what they’re seeing from new faces Héctor Rodríguez and Juan Brito. Hear fro... more

JJ Bleday delivered one of the highlights of this Reds season has he hit for the cycle last week. Recently, he sat down with us to rewatch his at-bats, breaking down in detail how he got it done. He talks hitting, approach and the celebration.

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The Reds played their most entertaining game of the year on Wednesday. Brian and Charlie go through what happened and what the game showed them. They also hear from Terry Francona on the big picture of the 2026 season, and they talk about Joey Votto’... more

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Recent Guests

Brady Singer
MLB pitcher, role in Reds rotation
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: The Most Interesting Things About The Reds Right Now
Nick Lodolo
Cincinnati Reds pitcher
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: Nick Lodolo gets a grip
Héctor Rodríguez
Rookie outfielder/center field contender
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: What we’ve learned in the outfield
CC Sabathia
Hall of Famer, former MLB pitcher
Former MLB player
Episode: The Chase Burns deep dive
Joe Katuska
Reds amateur scouting director
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: The Chase Burns deep dive
Nick Martinez
MLB pitcher, mentor to Burns
Napoli/ Reds organization
Episode: The Chase Burns deep dive
John Sadak
Reds play-by-play announcer
ESPN / Cincinnati Reds
Episode: Talking Reds with John Sadak
Sal Stewart
National League rookie and All-Star candidate for Reds
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: More moving pieces
Chase Burns
Reds pitcher, All-Star
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: More moving pieces

Hosts

Brian Giesenschlag
Host of Power Stacks; Reds coverage and team insight.
Charlie Goldsmith
Co-host and Reds reporter; provides in-depth reporting and Reds coverage.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 130 ratings
  • Too many ad reads

    The content is great. The ad reads make it unlistenable. I had to give up. Love Charlie, hope he gets his own podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BL_45243
    United States4 months ago
  • Charlie is bought and paid for

    Working hard for that Reds.com job. Cheerleader. Spins everything. Garrett Hampson is a joke. The Reds should have never given him at-bats. Then they CUT him. Then the cardinals cut him. Get real.

    Also, stop saying “twenty twenty three/four/five” so much. It’s like you’re trying to be paid by minutes spoken.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    OhioState4444
    United States8 months ago
  • Stack Pack

    Love the show, great content and insight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danny Mac 25
    United Statesa year ago
  • Instant Favorite

    Both these guys are among the best at what they do. This instantly becomes one of my favorite podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PTCoaching
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must Listen Monday Show

    As a lifetime Reds fan, I absolutely love the inside info that comes from Brian and Charlie on this Power Stacks podcast. They have gobs of chemistry, thoughtful analysis and several moments of fun mixed in. Brian quizzing Charlie on traveling to out of town games is great.

    This is new appointment listening for me every Monday. Keep up the great work guys and go Reds!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    da mess
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans praise chemistry between hosts and deep Reds coverage.
Guests and topics feel highly Reds-centric with strong on-field analysis.
Some listeners note heavy ad reads but still rate content high for insights.

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#103
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Apple Podcasts
#119
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Apple Podcasts
#193
Japan/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A last-minute splash in San Francisco
Q: How does Tito view his role as manager in a season that's unfamiliar and challenging?
He frames his role as guiding the team through leadership, clear communication, and staying focused on long-term goals rather than getting bogged down by daily fluctuations.
Nick Lodolo gets a grip
Q: What exactly changed in Lodolo's grip and why now?
Lodolo adjusted his index-finger grip due to blister issues, experimenting with a more comfortable hand position to protect the blister while trying to preserve the effectiveness of his breaking ball; the idea is to balance grip safety with maintaining performance in key moments.
A redemption story, and a trip in the weeds
Q: How did Tito Francona's management style influence Santillan's role going forward?
Francona's willingness to entrust Santillan with high-leverage opportunities, even during rough stretches, signaled a belief in his process and contributed to Santillan regaining his confidence and reliability.
A redemption story, and a trip in the weeds
Q: What was the impact of Tony Santillan's appearance on Tuesday night on the team's bullpen dynamics?
Santillan's appearance revitalized the bullpen, showing elite velocity and command that helped stabilize late-inning pressure and boosted overall confidence in the relief corps.
The sweeping Reds are heating up
Q: What stood out there for you?
The interviewees highlighted Friedl's breakout performance and the delayed but noticeable evolution of bullpen depth, with Santillan and Nicholas contributing to a broader, more versatile relief corps.

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Two Cincinnati-based hosts deliver a Cincinnati Reds pregame show that blends on-field analysis, scouting notes, and clubhouse interviews with the goal of helping listeners understand team-building, player development, and win-now strategies. Episodes frequently feature deep dives into roster decisions, prospects like Elly De La Cruz, and strategic discussions around pitching staff and lineup construction, all tied together with in-stadium color and behind-the-scenes insights. The show stands out with its mix of analytics, storytelling, and branded sponsor segments, making it a practical listen for fans who want both context and color around the Reds' season-long arc.

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