
In a world filled with Seattle Mariners podcasts, The Blight Bat is another one. New episodes twice a month. Great guests and a mediocre host try to divine meaning and purpose through the examination of baseball's most uniquely cursed franchise. thelightbat.substack.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 12 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Categories | Society & CultureSports | ||||

It is widely understood at this point that podcasting is a blight on the land, and one that may be directly traceable to the once-slow but now seemingly-accelerating decline of western civilization. That said, with the Mariners leading the Blue Jays ... more
What a week of podcasting it has been, and what a grand finale we have for you with today’s show.
An ensemble episode welcomes Jage, who you know from recapping Jerry Dipoto’s radio shows back in 2022-2023 AKA: HELL. Also joining the show from Locke... more
These are unfamiliar times for Mariner fans. With the team enjoying not only its sixth-ever playoff appearance, but also its first ever playoff bye, we are unmoored and untethered from ourselves. Into this space between our souls and terra firma we g... more
Another day, another audio treat for you, the erstwhile Seattle Mariner Experiencer.
Today’s guest, Danny O’Neil of The News Tribune, joins the show for a lively discussion on the 2025 Mariners. This is the first episode in some time to discuss what... more
Edgar Martinez, Eagle Hardware, and I all love this podcast. Mariber foreber!
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A unique take on the world of baseball fans, this podcast engages in passionate discussions about the Seattle Mariners, a team often seen as emblematic of struggle and disappointment. With a blend of humor and insightful analysis, episodes typically revolve around the team's performance, management decisions, and the emotional complexities of being a Mariners fan. The conversations often feature notable guests from the sports journalism industry, providing a well-rounded perspective on both current events and historical contexts within the team's narrative. Listeners can expect to hear personal anecdotes, new theories about the team's strategies, and a strong sense of community among fans who share in the collective hopes and frustrations o... more
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Recent guests on The Blight Bat include:
1. Jordan Shusterman
2. Danny O'Neil
3. Mike Duncan
4. Meg Rowley
5. David Roth
6. Patrick Dubuque
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