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The Book of Joe with Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci

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Borrowing the podcast title from their forthcoming book, three-time Manager of the Year Joe Maddon and three-time Sportswriter of the Year Tom Verducci provide exclusive insight, commentary and discussion on the MLB postseason, from the stars to the strategy.

As manager of the 2016 Cubs team that broke a 108-year championship drought, Maddon knows what it takes to navigate October pressure. Part ... more

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci have been impressed with the games from the World Baseball Classic! Tom explains how he's been very impressed with the DR lineup and the one breakout star from the Classic. The Phillies extend Jesus Luzardo and Joe... more

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci the difference between Spring Training and the World Baseball Classic. What makes it so popular and great for baseball? Tom notes the growing popularity of the event as it starts its 6th year.

Konnor Griffin has... more

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci open with Arte Moreno saying winning isn't in the top 5 of the needs of the Angels. Joe explains what he believes the owner meant in the statement for the fans of the LA Angels. Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski passed aw... more

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci open with the future of Nick Castellanos with the Padres. Tom looks at what's ahead for Mike Trout this season while Joe suggests a plan for the team to follow for success. It's time for the ABS system in baseball ... more

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Danny Funt
Author of Everybody Loses, The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling
Episode: The Book of Joe: The Rise and Acceptance of Gambling in Sports
Ken Lazarus
Co-founder and CEO of Infinite Sky AI, a company focused on AI for athletic performance.
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Episode: The Book of Joe: Ken Lazarus, CEO of Infinite Sky AI
Jane Leavy
Author of 'Make Me Commissioner' and renowned biographer
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John Wood
Caddy on the PGA Tour and golf analyst
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Episode: The Book of Joe: NBC Golf Analyst John Wood/The Masters
Jerry Seinfeld
Noted comedian and lifelong baseball fan
Episode: The Book of Joe: Jerry Seinfeld (Part One)
Greg Maddux
Hall of Fame pitcher and guest on The Book of Joe Podcast
Episode: The Book of Joe: Hall of Famer Greg Maddux
Glenn Fleisig
Biomechanics Research Director at the American Sports Medicine Institute
American Sports Medicine Institute
Episode: The Book of Joe: Baseball in Crisis?
Travis Bazzana
Top MLB draft prospect and standout player at Oregon State University
Oregon State University
Episode: The Book of Joe: Top MLB Draft Prospect Travis Bazzana
Adam Lazarus
Author of 'The Wingmen'
Episode: The Book of Joe: 'The Wingmen' author Adam Lazarus

Hosts

Tom Verducci
Co-host and renowned baseball journalist with deep postseason access; frequent collaborator with Joe Maddon; long-time TV and print presence.
Joe Maddon
Co-host with a track record as MLB manager; known for leadership insights, strategic perspective, and cultural observations from the dugout.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Love the show. Please fix the audio!

    Amazing insight from two legends. The show audio is quiet. Sponsorship adds come through at regular volume but the show itself I have to max out my speakers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    860go
    United States21 days ago
  • The only only way

    The only only thing way thing I could do do think about is if you have have to to get get the a vaccine test and done a a couple test

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nsihxihejf
    United States9 months ago
  • GO Pirates

    Great insights from both men as to aspects of the game’s inner workings and fun banter. I start anxiously looking forward to the next pod to drop; thanks guys!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TVR ECUPirate
    United Statesa year ago
  • My favorite baseball podcast!!

    I’m an avid baseball fan. Joe Maddon is one of my top five favorite managers of all time! Tom Verducci is one of my favorite baseball writers… I’ve read everything he’s written through the years… for these two to pair up and do this podcast is fantastic! The interviews and the quote of the day at the end is so inspiring… the book is also fabulous… so many leadership principles that I apply every single day! This is probably my favorite baseball podcast! Thanks guys for doing this. I look forward... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carolinaboy1781
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best athlete

    Jim Thorpe was the greatest! Jim Brown and Bo Jackson and Leroy Keyes they were better athletes than Shohei Ohtani.Shohei is over rate and going to be over paid.Joe you overrated Shohei way too much:

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Warlord99
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the deep, insider baseball knowledge and the guests' leadership perspectives.

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#148
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#37
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The Book of Joe: Angels goals, Top hits survey, and another rule change?
Q: With the new base-coach rule changes underway, how do you see teams adapting their signaling and coaching strategies to stay competitive without crossing into unsafe territory?
Teams will need to keep signals in the box, rely on camera-based oversight only when necessary, and emphasize clear on-field communication and practice disguising signals in legal ways while avoiding dangerous or deceptive tactics that could compromise safety or fairness.
The Book of Joe: Angels goals, Top hits survey, and another rule change?
Q: You noticed, that Bill Mazeroski, the Hall of Fame second baseman, hit probably the most famous home run in baseball history. What is your take on the top clutch hits of all time and how is that measured?
The top clutch hits are defined not just by a moment, but by their impact on victory probability; in practice, game seven moments like Mazeroski's homer, Rajai Davis's run-scoring plays, and Will Smith's game-ending homer are evaluated through a combination of historical memory and statistical measures to illustrate which plays swung championships.
The Book of Joe: Ken Lazarus, CEO of Infinite Sky AI
Q: What do you do with a guy like that?
Focus on his command metrics and analyze specific situations in which he struggles to tailor his approach toward improvement.
The Book of Joe: Ken Lazarus, CEO of Infinite Sky AI
Q: Could you talk about that a little bit? Because to me, that might be the most important thing.
Lazarus explains how their tracking system can help understand command performance and identify potential injuries early by analyzing pitching mechanics.
The Book of Joe: Free Agency and Hall of Fame Votes
Q: Who are you voting for in the Hall of Fame?
If I can get over the steroid issue, I would choose Bonds, Clemens, and Sheffield, otherwise, Delgado, Mattingly, and Valenzuela.

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What is The Book of Joe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran baseball figures provide insider-level discussion on MLB postseason, leadership, strategy, and the human side of the game. Episodes mix tactical analysis, behind-the-scenes memories, and leadership takeaways, often tying in management philosophy, team culture, and high-profile player moves. Notable moments come from deep dives into postseason dynamics, leadership lessons, and cross-era insights, making it a compelling listen for executives, coaches, players, and serious fans who want practical takeaways and candid perspectives on how October drama shapes the sport.

A standout aspect is the duo's rare access and long-running rapport, which yields conversations that blend tactical rigor with personal anecdotes, car culture, and r... more

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